Preveterinary Medicine Course Descriptions

Foundation Biology I/II
BIOL 220/221
Foundation Biology I and II can be taken in any order and are designed specifically for students in the pre-professional programs. This course aims to explain the role of macromolecules in the organization of cells and the compartmentalization of metabolic reactions, and the role of the cell cycle with regard to inheritance.

General Chemistry I and Lab
CHEM 122/123
A one-semester course in general chemistry for science related majors and pre-med students. The course will introduce basic concepts in physical and inorganic chemistry.

General Chemistry II and Lab
CHEM 124/125
A course in kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, metallurgy, non-metals, nuclear chemistry, transition elements and organic chemistry.

Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 201
Introduction to Psychology covers systematic and experimental approaches to understanding human behavior and cognition. The course is an in-depth introduction to the science and profession of psychology as it will present what is known about human nature and how it reveals general principles of the functioning of the brain, individuals and groups.

Introduction to College Reading
ENGL 104
Study and practice of reading comprehension through structure meaning and evaluation. Especially for those contemplating a college career and teachers of reading

Mathematics for Critical Thinking
MATH 130
An introduction to mathematical modeling, overcoming quantitative illiteracy and the development of mathematical competency are the main features of this course. Critical Thinking is neatly tailored to fit the needs of students who are not mathematics majors, but are taking mathematics for liberal arts purposes. The course seeks to: develop and enhance problem-solving capabilities; enable students to apply simple mathematical models as a means of solving real-world problems; and become more competent mathematically through the exercise of logic, the application of mathematical concepts and problem solving skills.

Word Processing and Internet Use
COMP 110
This course seeks to give the student an understanding of word processing and responsible use of the internet.

General Physics I
PHYS 201
This course consists basically of linear kinematics, works power and energy, momentum and a brief introduction to heat, thermodynamics and sound. This course is a non-calculus one designed for students to understand the basic principles of mechanics, heat and sound.

General Physics II
PHYS 202
This course is an introduction to basic principles of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetism, alternating current, electric fields, optics. This course is a non-calculus course.

Organic Chemistry I and Lab
CHEM 222/223
A course in nomenclature and classification of organic molecules, structure and reactivity of functional groups (hydrocarbons, alcohols, alkyl halides, alkadienes and allylic systems).

Organic Chemistry II and Lab
CHEM 224/225
An advanced course in structure and reactivity of functional groups (aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds, carbohydrates, organ metallic compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines and amino acids). This course cover all the essentials needed for biochemistry.

Review of English and Study Skills
ENGL 304
This course is designed to assist students in improving their proficiency in English. Attention is given to vocabulary, mechanics, oral expression, and study skills. Required for third year preveterinary students.

First Responder Training
GENL 101
There are 72 subjects in the First Aid course, among these subjects are artificial respiration with indirect methods, choking, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, wounds and bleeding, shock, fractures, head and spinal injuries, chest injuries, eye injuries, burn, poisoning, emergency childbirth and environmental illness and injuries. The standard first aid course is ideal for pre-med students, but gives excellent coverage of all 72 subjects, so it is suitable for persons living in less developed countries, where skilled doctors and nurses are not readily available.

Statistics
MATH 220
This course is designed to assist the student in acquiring a good intuitive grasp of statistics, specifically in terms of what it is, how and when to apply various statistical techniques, how to interpret the results and draw meaningful conclusions from the data.

Introduction to Veterinary Science and Medicine
VSCI 301
This course is for third year preveterinary medicine students, and focuses in topics such as applied animal nutrition health, and welfare. In addition, students are introduced to principles of animal handling, including restraint, and discuss case histories and physiological aspects associated with the practice of veterinary medicine.

Animal Nutrition
NUTR 205
In this course, information is presented on the principles of animal nutrition.  The material is presented with an applied (veterinary clinical) orientation.

Genetics
BIOL 320
This course is designed to introduce undergraduate students in the pre-professional programs to the principles of classical, molecular and population genetics. It will summarize one of the most dynamic and productive areas of modern biology by providing an historical background of our knowledge of heredity and a review of advances in our knowledge of gene structure and function. Students are expected to develop problem-solving skills in the course of their study. Testing will emphasize the use of problem-based questions in which students must apply principles learned in lecture to novel situations. The application of genetic principles to medicine (human and veterinary) will be emphasized throughout the course.

Microbiology
BIOL 401
This course attempts to provide a general introduction into the microbial world, with information on microbial physiology, growth and its control, nutrition, interactions within various ecosystems, biotechnology, and industrial aspects.

Molecular Biology
BIOL 321
This course is designed to help the student to develop an understanding of (1) the molecular mechanisms that biological organisms use to store and preserve genetic information, (2) the means by which they use that information to create functional biological structures, and (3) the techniques that are commonly used to manipulate and study these processes in the laboratory. A basic understanding of chemistry, biology, and biochemistry will be assumed. The goal of the accompanying laboratory sessions is to help the student to: (1) develop an understanding of the and study molecular biology in the laboratory, (2) develop an understanding of the technical limitations and potential errors that can be encountered in the laboratory, (3) develop an understanding of the scientific method and the source of the facts studied in lecture, and (4) develop the ability to interpret, organize, and present scientific information.

Physiology
BIOL 441
This course is designed to provide a fundamental basis for understanding mammalian physiology, especially human physiology. Useful for premedical, preveterinary, nursing and allied health professionals.

Anatomy
BIOL 460
Students will learn the anatomical position, anatomical terms, anatomical planes, and anatomical regions pertaining to the human body

Biochemistry
CHEM 450
This course describes the structures and functions of key biological molecules (proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and carbohydrates). It explains how the energy required by living organisms is obtained and describes how key macromolecules are synthesized and degraded.

Advanced College Writing
ENGL 305
Instruction and practice in expository writing and vocabulary expansion. Useful for teachers, professionals, and anyone who wishes to improve general communication skills.

Critical Reading Review
ENGL 306
Emphasis on critical reading of expository prose and vocabulary expansion. Improvement in reading rate and comprehension is the ultimate goal.

Social Science and Medicine
SSCI 412
This course examines several aspects of medicine. First, it examines how the health care system is a social institution with norms and beliefs systems that may differ in other countries. Second, the doctor-patient relationship is examined, and the concepts of doctor communication, patient adherence and compliance, and types of health care delivery are highlighted. Third, patients’ own behavior and how it affects their health is examined. Specifically, the course discusses stress, personality, drug sue, alcohol, smoking, diet, and pain management as important factors contributing to a person’s health. As fewer people die from infectious diseases and more people die from diseases like cancer that may be prevented through a healthy lifestyle, understanding patients’ lifestyle outside of the hospital is imperative. Overall, the course discusses health and illness within a bio-psychosocial model that is replacing the biomedical model in medicine.

Social and Behavioral Elective
The student will select an elective from the social and behavioral science courses. 

Presentations and Spreadsheets
COMP 103
This course seeks to give the student an understanding of good presentation concepts and effective problem-solving techniques using spreadsheets.

Public Speaking
ENGL 204
There are many occasions in professional and private life that call individuals to speak in public. This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of public speaking. It will consider the importance of communication and cover speech building (including the collection and collation of material, structure and content), speech writing and event management.

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