Basic Cancer Biology (CANB601)

This course will focus on molecular and cellular mechanisms behind cancer initiation and progression. Particular focus on the control pathways will provide students the background to the cutting edge of drug design for targeted cancer therapy.

Credit Hours : 2

Human Physiology 1 (PHY601)

The Human Physiology course will provide students with the core concepts of human physiological linking molecular, cellular and system/organ aspects in the study of human Neural, gastrointestinal, endocrine and reproductive physiology and disease.

Credit Hours : 2

Human Physiology 2 (PHY602)

The Human Physiology course will provide students with the core concepts of human physiological linking molecular, cellular and system/organ aspects in the study of human cardiovascular, respiratory and renal physiology and disease. The goal is to allow students to acquire broad knowledge of functional principles at the cellular and organ levels in order to describe the concepts of integrated systems physiology in humans. Consequently they will be challenged to explore how to apply these basic physiological principles to research strategies addressing current and emerging relevant health issues.

Credit Hours : 2

Prerequisites

• PHY601

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Evaluate the physiology of water balance, glomerular filtration, solutes handling by the nephron and the mechanisms of production of concentrated and diluted urine
2. Illustrate the renal clearance, the role of kidney in acid-base balance, the physiological changes in renal failure and physiology of micturition.
3. Evaluate the respiratory and the non-respiratory function of the respiratory system, the physical laws governing gas pressure and flow, the mechanics of breathing, the lung function and gas exchange and transport and ventilation-perfusion ratio
4. Assess the control of breathing, the role of the respiratory system in acid-base balance and the pathophysiology of respiratory disorders
5. Analyze the electrical events of the cardiac cycle, cardiac output and its regulation and the autonomic supply to the heart and blood vessels
6. Illustrate cardiac arrhythmias, the vascular system and the short-term and long-term regulation of the blood pressure

Human Physiology 3 (PHY603)

The Human Physiology course will provide students with the core concepts of human physiological linking molecular, cellular and system/organ aspects in the study of human neural, integrative responses and physiology of aging. The goal is to allow students to acquire broad knowledge of functional principles at the organ and system levels in order to describe the concepts of integrated systems physiology in humans. Consequently they will be challenged to explore how to apply these basic physiological principles to research strategies addressing current and emerging relevant health issues.

Credit Hours : 2

Advanced Electrophysiology (PHY611)

This course is aimed at students who have an interest in Electrophysiology.

Credit Hours : 2

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Explain The Basic Principles And Procedures Involved In Conventional Microelectrode Recording.
2. Explain The Basic Principles And Procedures Involved In Fluorescence Photometry.
3. Explain The Basic Principles And Procedures Involved In Video Edge Motion Detection.
4. Describe The Biophysical Properties Of Cell Membranes And Techniques To Evaluate Cell Electrophysiology.
5. Describe The Methods Used To Isolate Cells And Maintain Cells In Culture.
6. Gain Practical Experience In The Operation And Application Of Electrophysiology Equipment In The Laboratory Setting.

Introductory Physiology (PHYL101)

This course is designed to provide accurate and essential information about the function of the human body in an interesting manner to those students who are pursuing careers in food system education, science and allied health fields. The course is delivered for students who have minimal backgrounds in physical and biological sciences. The course is organised in groups of related subjects beginning with a discussion of the physical basis of life and proceeding through levels of increasing complexity. Each unit will include at the beginning objectives and a narrative outline, which meant to help students in reviewing them before the class. In addition, students will be involved in the learning process. Finally, the course is designed to stimulate the students interests in the subject matter, and help them relate their classroom knowledge to their future vocational experiences.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss the basic physiological and functional anatomy concepts
2. Discuss the physical basis of life and proceeding through levels of increasing complexity
3. Discuss the role of organs and organ systems in functional integrity
4. Apply appropriate knowledge in understanding physiology

Human Physiology 1 (PHYL109)

This course begins with an introduction to human physiology and continues with introductions to the physiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The general introduction includes cell transport systems, basic electrophysiology of excitable cells, generation and conduction of action potentials, transmission of signals across gap junctions and the neuromuscular junction. It also includes an introduction to receptor physiology, simple motor reflexes and the physiology of skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle. The cardiovascular physiology course includes the ionic basis of the cardiac muscle and pacemaker action potentials, excitation-contraction coupling, electrical and mechanical events of the cardiac cycle, cardiac output and its regulation, blood and lymph systems, autonomic regulation of the heart and blood flow. The respiratory physiology course includes the physical laws governing gas pressure and flow, mechanics of ventilation including lung volumes and capacities, the process of gas exchange and transport, control of breathing and an introduction to the pathophysiology of selected respiratory disorders. The courses will also include a variety of practical and computer based learning activities.

Credit Hours : 4

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe The Electrical Events That Take Place At The Neuromuscular Junction And The Mechanism Of Skeletal Muscle Contraction.
2. Describe The Respiratory And The Non-Respiratory Functions Of The Respiratory System And The Physical Laws Governing It.
3. Describe The Structure And Function Of The Arterial, Venous, Lymph And Special Circulatory Systems And The Effects Of Various Factors Involved In The Regulation Of Vascular Control.
4. Describe The Transport Events That Take Place In Cell Membranes And Their Relationship To The Intracellular And Extracellular Environment.
5. Discuss The Electromechanical Events Of The Cardiac Cycle, The Ionic Basis Of Sinoatrial Node And Ventricular Action Potentials And The Mechanisms Involved Excitation-Contraction Coupling And Regulation Of Cardiac Output.
6. Explain How Sensory Nerves Use Energy From The Environment To Trigger Electrochemical Signals And The Mechanisms Involved In Electrical And Chemical Synapses.

Human Physiology 2 (PHYL216)

This course covers normal function of the human body following an organ system approach. The emphasis of this part of the course is to provide the student with understanding of the integrated regulation of various body processes among the major systems. The overall aim of the course is to provide the student with an intermediate level of understanding of the physiological basis of medicine. In this course, the focus will be on blood, endocrine, renal and gastrointestinal physiology.

Credit Hours : 4

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe The Composition And The Role Of Blood Plasma, The Structure Of Erythrocytes And Their Function, The Erythropoiesis Including Its Regulation And Dietary Requirements, Blood Doping, The Structure And Functions Of Leukocytes, Blood Group And The Platelet Structure And Function And The Hemostasis Steps Including Vasoconstriction, Formation Of Platelet Plug And Blood Coagulation (Clotting).
2. Describe The Neural And Endocrine Control Gastrointestinal System, Mastication, Salivary Secretion And Esophageal Function , And The Gastric, Pancreatic, Hepatobiliary And Intestinal Functions And Secretions
3. List The Major Endocrine Organs And The Hormones They Produce And Explain Their Mechanism Of Action
4. Outline The Physiology Of Glomerular Filtration, Water And Solutes Handling By The Nephron, The Renal Clearance, The Role Of Kidney In Acid-Base Balance And Physiology Of Micturition

Human Physiology 3 (PHYL222)

This course covers four main topis: neurophysiology of the CNS, normal aging, reproduction and integrative physiological responses. The neurophysiology of CNS will explore the general organization and functioning of the peripheral nervous system, spinal cord, and brain as they provide a neurobiological framework for the understanding of the motor, and sensory functions, autonomic bodily actions, the functioning of special senses, and various faculties of cognition. The particular goal of this pat is to provide the foundation for understanding the impairments of sensation, action, and cognition that accompany injury, disease or dysfunction in the central nervous system. The part related to senescence will present an overview of how time modifies biological processes and explore in some details the effects of aging on the endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, immune, musculoskeletal system and CNS. The part related to human reproduction will explore the main hormonal axis controlling reproductive cycle in woman and man. Finally, the integrative part of the course will explore integrated bodily responses in extreme environments like when diving, or when exposed to extreme heat. The course will build upon the knowledge acquired through prior studies aiming to achieve intermediate understanding of physiology of body functions.

Credit Hours : 3

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe Basic Principles Of Organization, Functioning And Signaling Of Cns, Spinal Cord And Peripheral Nervous System In Delivering Various Bodily Sensations. Demonstrate Spinal Cord Reflexes In Control Of Movement.
2. Describe Organization, Hormonal Control Of Male And Female Reproductive System. Describe Physiological Changes That Occur During Pregnancy, Parturition And Lactation.
3. Describe The Characteristics And Mechanism Of Changes That Occur With Exercise Training Across Different Body Systems And Understand The Effect Of Changes In Temperature And Atmospheric Pressure On The Physiological Processes Of The Body.
4. Describe The Organizations Of Brain Cortices Regulating Homeostatic Responses. Describe The Organizations Of Cerebral Cortex Involved In Generation Of Higher Cognitive-Executive Functions And Memory.
5. Describe The Principles Of Organization And Functioning Of Special Sensory System.
6. Discuss The Concept Of Normal Aging And Describe Physiological Changes Associated With Aging In Different Body Systems.