Program: ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Bio-Med I: Introduction to Biology
Here we provide a brief overview of Windsor University School of Medicine’s Pre-Med I curriculum. Students receive a rich and diverse foundation in preparation for Pre-Med II and Pre-Med III. For more information, download our brochure, or call or email us today.
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The primary goal of General Biology I is to provide students with the strong foundation needed to become a successful biologist. During the term you will learn:
- The major principles of cellular organization and metabolic processes, the principles of gene action and inheritance, and the fundamentals of evolution, speciation and population genetics
- The essential skills to become an active learner of science;
- Some basic laboratory techniques that are required to pursue your chosen field of science;
- Some approaches for finding and reading relevant biology research articles;
- The proper approach to collecting and analyzing data and then communicating the results using the writing and critical thinking skills presented in labs.
Overview
General Biology I is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Biology (eg. Cell Biology, Genetics, and Evolutionary Biology). General Biology I consists of 36 lectures (3 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of General Chemistry I ignite your passion for chemistry by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of chemistry. During the term you will learn:
- Recognize why quantum mechanism was developed and differentiate between the four principle quantum numbers and use them to assign electron configurations for atoms and ions.
- Interpret the periodic table based on the electron configuration and explain periodic properties of the elements using the concept of Effective Nuclear Charge.
- Explain how the pH scale is derived and how acids and bases change the pH of aqueous solutions. Use the mole concept to balance chemical equations.
- Learn the key concepts related to Lewis theory.
- Describe the types of intermolecular forces and use them to explain and understand the physical properties of substances.
Overview
General Chemistry I is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Chemistry. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines, including Medicine, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biology. General Chemistry I consists of 36 lectures (3 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of English Composition I is to prepare students to write effectively using appropriate words, constructing clear sentences, paragraphs which will in turn help students to write effective thesis or research papers. This course will also familiarizes students to various documentation style. At the end of the course student should be able to:
- Write for different audiences and various purposes.
- Write clear, focused, coherent essays using the conventions of English grammar and style.
- Use of appropriate choice of word in English composition
- Understanding Multilingual writers and ESL challenges
- Search for and synthesize outside source material into written work.
- Apply appropriate punctuations through the documentation
Overview
The overall goal of this course is to introduce you to collegiate level writing with more emphasis on writing research paper. It will also help to build critical reading skills and write effectively. Working on word choice, sentence construction, paragraph construction, and overall organization with an audience in mind will give you better use of the English language. The other goal of this class is to help you formulate a plan to write thesis. You will think better if you have an active familiarity with different ways of argumentation. English Composition I consists of 48 lectures (4 hours lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Pre-Calculus is to ignite your passion for mathematics by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of algebra, functions, graphs and trigonometry. During the term you will be able to:
- Understand, use and translate Basic Algebraic Operations, equations and graphs.
- Know types of Functions and apply in various mathematical problems.
- Build a mental framework of Trigonometry that serves as a foundation for future learning.
- See yourself as a confident and capable user and communicator of mathematics.
- Develop skills and habits for effectively learning mathematics.
Overview
Pre-Calculus is a lecture course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Mathematics. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Pre-Calculus consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week).
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The primary goal of communication skills in medicine is to provide Comprehend of major communication theories, apply the major theories in the field to communicate effectively in a variety of settings, recognize the role of diversity and freedom of expression in a global community. At the end of the course student should be able to:
- Analyze the factors that influence the development of the patient-doctor relationship
- Identify the elements that enhance or threaten the maintenance of the patient-doctor relationship
- Define common barriers to open communication
- Distinguish strategies for successfully discussing difficult topics with patients
- Identify the etiology, prevalence, risk factors, signs and symptoms of aggression and violence
- Understand the fundamental terminology and concepts related to sexual development and adult sexuality that form the building blocks necessary to effectively communicate with patients about sex and sexuality
- Identify key developmental stages of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood
- Understand the relationship between aging, loss, and grief.
- Distinguish between key concepts of behavior theory including classical conditioning and operant conditioning
- Analyze components of motivational interviewing and how to apply them in the context of helping a patient change behavior
- Analyze factors that contribute to substance use behaviors
Overview
This course offers an overview of the field of health communication with attention to analysis and practice of health communication relationships and messages. Health Communication focuses on patient‐provider communication, healthcare systems, culture of medicine, care giving, end of life communication, medical decision making, health promotion and behavior change campaigns, worksite health promotion, health narratives, telemedicine, computer‐mediated social support, health information seeking, and health entertainment and popular culture. The focus is on understanding how a constitutive model of communication informs the study and understanding of the aforementioned health issues. In this course, students will learn foundational communication skills which will guide them in perusing field of medicine communication skills in Medicine consists of 36 lectures (3 hours lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Psychology is to ignite your passion for psychology by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of psychology. During the term you will learn:
- Identify major concepts, theories and topics in psychology.
- Distinguish between and identify the relative strengths and weaknesses of various theories in psychology.
- Apply concepts and theories from psychology to everyday problems.
- Ask questions about topics in psychology.
- Interpret statistical information presented in tables or graphs.
- Apply DSM criteria to provide the most plausible diagnosis for a set of psychological symptoms.
- Identify common research designs used in psychology.
Overview
Introduction to Psychology ranges from issues such as brain structure and communication, to issues such as the way the behavior of those around us affects our own behavior. Introduction to Psychology will give you a general sense of some different approaches to the study of psychology highlighting some of the most interesting findings within each approach. This introductory course will put you in a good position to know which sub-areas of psychology you find most interesting. Introduction to Psychology consists of 36 lectures (3 hours lecture per week).
Bio-Med II: Anatomy, Psychology & More
Students of Windsor University School of Medicine will build on the foundations of Pre-Med I in our Pred-Med II curriculum. These courses deliver an understanding of basic anatomy, psychology, physiology and more. Contact our office, or download our brochure to learn more.
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The primary goal of General Biology II is to provide students with the strong foundation needed to become a successful biologist. During the term you will learn:
- The major principles of plant and animal form and function;
- The key concepts of ecology focusing on the interactions among organisms and between organisms and their environment;
- An examination of the diversity of life in the plant, animal and fungal kingdoms;
- Ask questions about topics in psychology.
- Some basic laboratory techniques that are required to pursue your chosen field in science;
- Some approaches for finding and reading relevant biology research articles;
- The proper approach to collecting and analyzing data and then communicating the results using the writing and critical thinking skills presented in labs.
Overview
General Biology II is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Biology (eg. Cell Biology, Genetics, and Evolutionary Biology). General Biology II consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of General Chemistry II is to ignite your passion for chemistry by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of chemistry. During the term you will learn:
- Apply prior knowledge of intermolecular forces and thermochemistry to solution formation. Apply Henry’s Law to problems involving solubility of gases.
- Understand equilibrium constant expressions and perform related calculations. Predict how a system at equilibrium responds to disturbances based on Le Chatelier’s principle.
- Apply the concept of acid ionization constant, base ionization constant and the ion product constant for water. Calculate the pH of weak acids and bases.
- Predict the effectiveness of a buffer and calculate the pH of buffers using HendersonHasselbach equation.
- Understand the concept of chemical reaction rate. Propose reaction mechanisms based on chemical kinetics.
- Understand the basic structure and function of the four macromolecules: lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Overview
General Chemistry II is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Chemistry. General Chemistry I might have given you a taste of this, but in General Chemistry II we’re going to take things even further. We’ll be continuing to teach you the fundamentals of the subject, but our hope is that this course will also give you an appreciation for the depth and importance of this discipline. General Chemistry II consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of General Physics I is to provide students with the strong foundation needed to become a successful physicist. We will introduce the concepts, approaches, and tools the physicist uses to describe the physical world while laying the foundation for classical and modern mechanics. During the term you will learn:
- Identify and define the vocabulary used in Physics to describe types of motion and their causes.
- Use techniques for analytical and numerical problem solving that go beyond “plug-in-the formula”.
- Interpret and give examples of the laws of Nature governing the field of Newtonian mechanics.
- Using mathematics as the basic scientific language, employ techniques of single-variable calculus to model, simplify, and solve physical problems.
- Recognize and apply the fundamental laws describing wave and oscillatory phenomena.
- Employ individual and group problem-solving skills to the analysis of physical systems, in the form of: experiments, conceptual and phenomenological questions, and multi-concept detailed problems.
- Recognize the existence of a basic model for the study of Physics and translate this model into tools and learning skills useful in other disciplines.
- Develop strategies to implement the acquired organization, study, and discipline skills learned in the course to future academic and professional areas.
Overview
General Physics I is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Physics. General Physics I consists of 36 lectures (3 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of English Composition II is to prepare students to write effectively using appropriate words, constructing clear sentences, paragraphs which will in turn help students to write effective thesis or research papers. This course will also familiarizes students to various documentation style. At the end of the course student should be able to:
- Write word rich research paper or assignment
- Effective construction and inclusion citation in research paper
- Demonstrate the ability to avoid Plagiarism
- Use an appropriate documentation style.
- Demonstrate an understanding of writing as a multi-stage recursive process.
- Demonstrate a familiarity with the basic rhetorical strategies in argumentative discourse.
Overview
The overall goal of this course is to introduce you to collegiate level writing with more emphasis on writing research paper. It will also help to build critical reading skills and write effectively. Working on word choice, sentence construction, paragraph construction, and overall organization with an audience in mind will give you better use of the English language. The other goal of this class is to help you formulate a plan to write thesis. It allows you for better thinking if you have an active familiarity with different ways of argumentation. English Composition II consists of 48 lectures (4 hours lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Calculus I is to ignite your passion for mathematics by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of calculus. During the term you will learn:
- How to apply Trigonometric Functions, Identities, and Limits.
- How to properly use derivatives, the rules of differentiation and implicit differentiation.
- Understand, use and translate between multiple representations of integrals, differential equations, and series.
- Solve complex and novel problems using tools from differential and integral calculus.
- Build a mental framework of calculus that serves as a foundation for future learning.
- See yourself as a confident and capable user and communicator of mathematics.
- Develop skills and habits for effectively learning mathematics
Overview
Calculus I is a lecture course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Mathematics. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Calculus I consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week).
Bio-Med III: Understanding Basic Medical Sciences
Windsor University School of Medicine’s Pre-Med III program gives students the opportunity to continue a well-rounded medical education. To learn more and begin your medical education, enroll today.
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The primary goal of Introduction to Biochemistry is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of biochemistry. During the term you will learn:
- Expand your understanding of the structure of proteins
- Address the important role proteins play as enzymes, signaling molecules and structural molecules in the cell.
- The importance of primary structure, protein folding and post-translational modifications as it relates to determining tertiary and quaternary protein structure and function.
- The significance of the role amino acid interactions play in protein folding. Specifically, we will address how amino acids influence structure from secondary through quaternary.
- We will evaluate the critical role of protein; protein interactions related to cellular function.
Overview
Introduction to Biochemistry is a lecture course designed to encourage students to have the knowledge and experience to interpret the structure and function. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical. Introduction to Biochemistry consists of 60 lectures (5 hour lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Organic Chemistry I is to ignite your passion for organic chemistry by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of chemistry. During the term you will learn:
- Identify and name major classes of organic compounds.
- Describe and distinguish between different types of bonding and their effect on physical properties of molecules.
- Give examples of different types of nucleophiles and electrophiles and show electron movement in reactions using curved arrows.
- Predict major and minor products of reactions based on reaction data and explain why they are formed.
- Compare and contrast thermodynamic versus kinetic products and conditions for formation of each.
- Classify reactions as substitution, elimination, addition and choose between factors and conditions that favor one type versus others.
- Convert 2-dimensional chiral structures into 3-dimensions and determine R or S stereochemistry.
- Distinguish between enantiomers, diastereomers, meso and other forms of isomers.
- Anticipate and validate the stereochemical outcome of reactions involving stereocenters.
- Propose and design syntheses of given compounds using retrosynthetic analysis.
Overview
Organic Chemistry I is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Chemistry. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Organic Chemistry I consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of General Physics II is to provide students with the strong foundation needed to become a successful physicist. We will introduce the concepts, approaches, and tools the physicist uses to describe the physical world while laying the foundation for classical and modern mechanics. During the term you will learn:
- Identify and define the basic vocabulary used in the study of Wave motion and related phenomena, Electricity and Magnetism, and Special Relativity.
- Use techniques of analytical and numerical problem solving that go beyond “plug-in-theformula”.
- Interpret and give examples of the physical laws governing electric and magnetic interactions, electromagnetic waves, and relativistic phenomena.
- Recognize the important change in paradigm that led to the development Special Relativity and the beginning of what is known as Modern Physics.
- Using mathematics as the basic scientific language, employ techniques of single-variable calculus to model, simplify, and solve physical problems.
- Employ individual and group problem-solving skills to the analysis of physical systems, in the form of: experiments, conceptual and phenomenological questions, and multi-concept detailed problems.
- Recognize the existence of a basic model for the study of Physics and translate this model into tools and learning skills useful in other disciplines.
- Develop strategies to implement the acquired organization, study, and discipline skills learned in the course to future academic and professional areas.
Overview
General Physics II is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Physics. General Physics II consists of 48 lectures (4 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Molecular Biology I is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of molecular biology. During the term you will learn:
- Use biological terminology with correct scientific meaning and appropriate context.
- Explain how light impacts life in different ways.
- Explain selection and its role in evolution.
- Describe the cell theory in biology and relate this theory to other biological concepts.
- Describe the importance of membranes, and different mechanisms of membrane transport.
- Relate biological structure and function at the level of the cell, organ, and organism.
- Identify key similarities and differences between bacteria, archaea and eukaryotic cells.
Overview
Introduction to Molecular Biology I is a lecture course designed introduce theory and modern experimental techniques in cell biology Emphasis will be on eukaryotic cells. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical. Introduction to Molecular Biology I consists of 48 lectures (1 x 4 hour lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Medical Terminology is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of medical terminology. During the term you will learn:
- Divide medical terms into component parts.
- Analyze, pronounce and spell medical terms using common combining forms, suffixes and prefixes.
- Know some medical and pathological terms related to the different body systems.
- Learn diagnostic procedures relating to the different body systems.
Overview
Introduction to Medical Terminology is a lecture course designed to encourage students to have a better grasp of the terms used within the medical profession. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Introduction to Medical Terminology consists of 48 lectures (1 x 4 hour lecture per week).
Bio-Med IV: Hands-On Experience in Biology, Chemistry & More
With the completion of Windsor University School of Medicine’s Pre-Med IV curriculum, our students should find themselves well-prepared for our intensive MD courses. Download our brochure to learn more about our program offerings and St. Kitts campus, or call us today.
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The primary goal of Introduction to Molecular Biology II is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of molecular biology. During the term you will learn:
- Compare and contrast major biochemicals and biochemical pathways (including cellular respiration, photosynthesis, cell signaling).
- Compare and contrast different mechanisms regulating gene expression.
- Describe processes of mitosis and how the cell cycle works in eukaryotic cells.
- Describe how chromosome movement during meiosis reflects Mendel’s principles of independent assortment and segregation. Solve Mendelian genetics problems involving one or two genes
- Describe the relationship between genes, alleles, proteins and phenotype.
- Describe the mechanisms that can lead to genetic diversity, identify patterns of inheritance relating to sex linkage, gene linkage, codominance and incomplete dominance
- Describe basic techniques used in recombinant DNA technology and their significance
Overview
Introduction to Molecular Biology II is a lecture course designed introduce theory and modern experimental techniques in cell biology Emphasis will be on eukaryotic cells. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, biotechnology and pharmaceutical. Introduction to Molecular Biology II consists of 48 lectures (1 x 4 hour lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Organic Chemistry II is to ignite your passion for organic chemistry by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of chemistry. During the term you will learn:
- Identify and name major classes of organic compounds.
- Describe and distinguish between different types of bonding and their effect on physical properties of molecules.
- Give examples of different types of nucleophiles and electrophiles and show electron movement in reactions using curved arrows.
- Predict major and minor products of reactions based on reaction data and explain why they are formed.
- Compare and contrast thermodynamic versus kinetic products and conditions for formation of each.
- Classify reactions as substitution, elimination, addition and choose between factors and conditions that favor one type versus others.
- Convert 2-dimensional chiral structures into 3-dimensions and determine R or S stereochemistry.
- Distinguish between enantiomers, diastereomers, meso and other forms of isomers.
- Anticipate and validate the stereochemical outcome of reactions involving stereocenters.
- Propose and design syntheses of given compounds using retrosynthetic analysis.
Overview
Organic Chemistry II is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Chemistry. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Organic Chemistry II consists of 48 lectures (1 x 4 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Microbiology is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of microbiology. During the term you will learn:
- Understand the role of microorganisms as nutrient cyclers and how these organisms interact with host organisms-both beneficial and determinate interactions
- Use correct terminology/scientific names in scientific writing
- Understand and apply the role of cell wall components, structural components and effector molecules in pathogenicity of bacteria
- Understand the basic components of viruses and compare and contrast the main structure of bacteriophages with those of animal viruses
- Understand the types of horizontal gene transfer and genetic exchange in microorganisms
- Apply basic microbiological techniques to the growth of bacterial culture
- Evaluate scientific data from experimentation and understand the limitations of data collection and produce logical hypotheses based on experimentation
- Evaluate the role of genetic exchange in the evolution of antimicrobial resistance
- Compare and contrast the nature of bacterial and archaebacterial cell walls
- Evaluate the role of bacterial cell structure, virulence factors and pathogenicity factors in host immune responses to pathogens
Overview
Introduction to Microbiology is a lecture course designed to encourage students to have a better grasp of the microbes that interact with us and how those miniature microbes can knock us down. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Introduction to Microbiology consists of 48 lectures (1 x 4 hour lecture per week).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Anatomy is to ignite your passion for anatomy by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of anatomy. During the term you will learn:
- Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to anatomy.
- Describe the anatomical positions, understanding surface landmarks of the body.
- Identify major parts of the bones and their clinical importance.
- Identify all the structures present in the upper and lower limb, thorax and abdomen, head and neck, and pelvis.
Overview
Introduction to Anatomy is a lecture and laboratory course designed to encourage students to think broadly and critically about some major areas of study in Anatomy. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines, including Medicine, Neuroscience, and Biology. Introduction to Anatomy consists of 60 lectures (1 x 5 hour lecture per week) and five labs (five 3-hour lab practical every two weeks).
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The primary goal of Introduction to Physiology is to ignite your passion for medicine by creating a meaningful learning environment with many real-life applications of physiology. During the term you will learn:
- Define and explain terms in human physiology.
- List the different systems of the human body.
- Describe the function of each system in the human body.
- Explain homeostasis and the relationship between internal and external environments.
- Define the organization of the different body systems.
Overview
Introduction to Physiology is a lecture course designed to encourage students to have a better grasp of how the different systems in our body work to keep it running smoothly. The knowledge you gain in this course is applicable in diverse disciplines. Introduction to Physiology consists of 60 lectures (1 x 5 hour lecture per week).