Courses in the School of Graduate Studies

School of Graduate Studies

Courses

Pathology

• PATH 291 - GENERAL AND SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY I

  [4 Credits]

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  Four hours of lecture. This course introduces students to the study and language of human disease, its causes, and mechanisms and effects on the body by in-depth discussion of the general principles and reactions to different types of injury shared by most tissues.
• PATH 291A - GENERAL AND SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY I LABORATORY

  [2 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PATH 291A003 – GENERAL AND SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY I LAB Six hours of laboratory. A laboratory course that enables the student to study gross organs and microscopic slides of tissues containing characteristic features of the disease processes studied in Pathology 291. Prerequisite: concurrent registration in Pathology 291.
• PATH 292 - GENERAL & SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY II

  [4 Credits]

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  Four hours of lecture. This course introduces the student to the characteristic effects of common types of injury and of diseases on specific organ systems. The major disease processes are studied in terms of etiology, pathogenesis, and lesions. Prerequisite: Pathology 291A
• PATH 292A - GENERAL & SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY II LAB

  [2 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PATH 292A002 – GENERAL & SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY II LAB Six hours of laboratory. A laboratory course that enables the student to study gross organs and microscopic slides of tissues containing the characteristic features of the disease processes studied in Pathology 292. Prerequisite: Pathology 291A and concurrent registration in Pathology 292.
• PATH 293 - CLINICAL PATHOLOGY

  [4 Credits]

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  Four hours of lecture. This course introduces the students to general concepts in clinical pathology and to the diagnostic and prognostic application of laboratory testing to patients with various diseases of metabolism and of the hematopoietic, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems studied in Pathology 292 and 292A. Prerequisite: Pathology 291A and 292.
• PATH 293A - CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY

  [2 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PATH 293A002 – CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY Six hours of laboratory. A laboratory course designed to enable students through laboratory exercises, case studies, and microscopic examination of blood and urine specimens to evaluate the significance of clinical laboratory test results in the management of disease. Prerequisites: Pathology 291, 291A, 292, 292A and concurrent registration in Pathology 293.

Pharmacology

• PHARM 195 - GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY

  [5 Credits]

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  Course consists of lectures, laboratory exercises, conferences, and demonstrations leading to a broad general understanding of the effects of drugs.
• PHARM 202 - HISTORY OF PHARMACOLOGY

  [2 Credits]

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  Two hours of faculty/student presentations and discussions on the history of pharmacology and experimental therapeutics, with an emphasis on classical experiments.
• PHARM 203 - METHODS IN PHARMACOLOGY

  [1-3 Credits]

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  Course provides instruction in classical methods used in investigating the action of drugs. Hours by arrangement.
• PHARM 204 - CURRENT CONCEPTS IN PHARMACOLOGY

  [2 Credits]

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  Two hours of faculty/student presentations and discussions on recent advances in the field of pharmacology. All areas of pharmacological research will be included, with an emphasis on the implications of recent research findings.
• PHARM 205 - PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  This course is designed to introduce basic concepts in pharmacology to beginning students. The course will introduce students to pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles, drug metabolism, and a comprehensive discourse on drug receptor interactions. The application of these principles to specific endeavors will also be discussed.
• PHARM 206 - PRINCIPLES OF PHARMCOLOGY II: INTEGRATIVE & SYSTEMS PHARMCOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  The course utilizes an experimental approach to understanding the development of therapeutic agents for the treatment of diseases. Lectures will provide the pathophysiological basis of diseases and the rationale for developing specific therapeutic agents.
• PHARM 221 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN PHARMACOLOGY

  [1-4 Credits]

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  Lecture/laboratory hours to be arranged depending on topic. This course is designed for advanced studies of special groups of drugs.
• PHARM 222 - ADVANCED TOPICS IN PHARMACOLOGY

  [1-4 Credits]

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  Lecture/laboratory hours to be arranged depending on topic. This course is designed for advanced studies of special groups of drugs.
• PHARM 225 - SENSORY PHARMACOLOGY

  [2 Credits]

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  Lecture and discussion of drugs acting on the neural pathways involved in perception of sensory information. Drugs used in therapeutics, diagnoses and research will be included. A paper written on a subject involving a sensory system(s) and a drug/drug class or related topic is required for successful completion of the course.
• PHARM 231 - DRUG ABUSE

  [3 Credits]

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  This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of behavioral and pharmacological principles underlying various problems of drug abuse. The course will expose the student to both basic science and clinical issues as they relate to drug abuse and dependence.
• PHARM 232 - AUTONOMIC PHARMACOLOGY

  [2-3 Credits]

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  Lecture, discussion, and laboratory exercises designed to provide the student with the basics of peripheral autonomic functions and their regulation by CNS mechanisms. Course will also cover advanced mechanisms including newer receptor sub-types and co-transmitters.
• PHARM 233 - NEUROPHARMACOLOGY

  [2-3 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PHARM0233003 – NEUROPHARMACOLOGY Lectures and discussions will be on chemical transmitters in the central nervous system with special emphasis on drug modifications of transmitter action and neuronal function.
• PHARM 234 - PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  Lecture and laboratory designed to provide the student with an understanding of the effects of drugs on behavior. Special emphasis is given to pharmacological methods useful in the elucidation of normal and abnormal behaviors.
• PHARM 236 - GASTROINTESTINAL PHARMACOLOGY

  [2 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PHARM0236006 – GASTROINT PHARM Lecture and reading assignments designed to provide students with a basic understanding of drugs affecting selected aspects of gastrointestinal function through central nervous system and peripheral mechanisms.
• PHARM 238 - CARDIOVASCULAR PHARMACOLOGY

  [2-3 Credits]

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  Legacy Course: PHARM0238001 – NO CARDIOVASCULAR PHARMACOLOGY The study of drugs used to treat cardiovascular disorders with the primary emphasis on their fundamental mechanisms of action.
• PHARM 240 - BEHAVIORAL PHARMCOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  Basic principles of the experimental analysis of behavior, including operant and classical conditioning are discussed. The utility of using scheduled controlled behavior to investigate drug effects is the primary focus of the course. Behavioral mechanisms of drug action are discussed within the context of a variety of environmental situations.
• PHARM 250 - SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS, VERBAL & WRITTEN

  [3 Credits]

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  This course will provide instruction and practical experience in data communication skills. The course will focus on writing skills, conference presentations, and didactic lecture techniques. Students will critique papers, write abstracts, prepare posters, present 15 and 30 minute data-oriented talks and a 45 minute lecture. Attendance and participation is mandatory. Course limited to 8 students. Perquisite: Permission of instructor.
• PHARM 251 - RESEARCH IN PHARMACOLOGY

  [1-6 Credits]

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  This course offers an in-depth experience in research development and design. Projects are limited in scope. Students develop their findings under the guidance and direction of faculty preceptors.
• PHARM 298 - SEMINAR

  [1 Credit]

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  Topic to be arranged.
• PHARM 300 - THESIS RESEARCH

  [1-6 Credits]

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  Research related work for PhD degree students prior to passing Preliminary Exam.
• PHARM 400 - DISSERTATION RESEARCH

  [1-9 Credits]

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  Research related work for PhD candidates.
• PHARM 999 - EXAM ONLY

  [0 Credit]

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  Students may register for “Exam Only” when they have completed their Preliminary Exam and expect to complete PhD requirements and graduate within 3 semesters. Students are allowed to register for “Exam Only” for a maximum of 3 semesters.

Physiology

• PHYSIO 201 - RESEARCH IN PHYSIOLOGY

  [1-9 Credits]

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  A research course designed to acquaint new graduate students with a research laboratory. This represents research credit before the qualifying process.
• PHYSIO 205 - BASIC PHYSIOLOGY

  [6 Credits]

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  Function of tissues, organs, and organ systems; mechanisms of control and integration of the various functions. An introduction to the pathophysiology of some diseases will be included.
• PHYSIO 212 - CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  This course covers normal function and pathophysiology of the heart and circulation. Emphasis will be placed on using the literature to gain a greater depth of understanding of cardiovascular function.
• PHYSIO 216 - ENDOCRINOLOGY

  [3 Credits]

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  The focus of this course is the in depth understanding of the neuroendocrine mechnisms that regulate organ function. The format of the session will be active discussion of selected current topics covering novel aspects related to hormone secretion, signaling and cellular effects and their regulation. Reading assignments will be made based on recent review articles and these will used to expand basic endocrine physiology concepts. Final grade will be based on two essay question-based exams and on an oral presentation of a topic selected by the student based on her/his particular research or discipline interests. (This is the same course as Biochemistry 216).
• PHYSIO 220 - MEDICAL SPANISH

  [2 Credits]

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  This course focuses on teaching basic terminology and phraseology used during the medical interview and physical exam. The course provides the opportunity for students to learn more about the Hispanic culture. Lectures are combined with mock interviews and exams among the students or with invited “patients.” Basic knowledge of the Spanish language assessed by the course director is required for participation. The elective prepares students with basic communication skills necessary to interview Spanish-speaking patients. This elective is open to all LSUHSC-NO students.
• PHYSIO 221 - TECHNOLOGY FOR BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH

  [2 Credits]

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  This course teaches a number of advanced technologies in modern biomedical research. The course introduces the principles, instrumentations and applications of these technologies, so that the students learn how to utilize them in their research. The class will meet once a week for a lecture (2 hours 30 minutes), immediately followed by the lab visit (-30 minutes). The grade will be based on the oral presentation and final essay of a proposed research project related to his/her research interests. Second-year graduate students are preferred.
• PHYSIO 250 - SCIENTIFIC WRITING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

  [2 Credits]

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  Two hours of lecture discussion per week. Topics covered include grammar, usage, and writing style; writing and submitting articles to scientific journals; writing research proposals, grant applications, dissertations, abstracts and test questions; and preparing curriculum vitae. Students must contribute portions of their ongoing writing projects for use in class discussions.
• PHYSIO 289 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSIOLOGY

  [1-4 Credits]

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  Lecture/laboratory time distribution to be independently arranged for each course as appropriate. An opportunity to explore, in an organized format and under supervision, specialized areas or specific subjects not adequately covered in other scheduled courses. By permission of the Head of the Department of Physiology only.
• PHYSIO 290 - PHYSIOLOGY JOURNAL CLUB

  [1 Credit]

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  A weekly course designed for graduate students in the reading and application of current scientific literature related to systems in physiology.
• PHYSIO 299 - SEMINAR IN PHYSIOLOGY

  [1 Credit]

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  A maximum of four credits towards the PhD may be earned.
• PHYSIO 300 - THESIS RESEARCH

  [1-6 Credits]

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  Research related work for PhD degree students prior to passing Preliminary Exam.
• PHYSIO 400 - DISSERTATION RESEARCH

  [1-9 Credits]

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  Research related work for PhD candidates.
• PHYSIO 999 - EXAM ONLY

  [0 Credit]

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  Students may register for “Exam Only” when they have completed their Preliminary Exam and expect to complete PhD requirements and graduate within 3 semesters. Students are allowed to register for “Exam Only” for a maximum of 3 semesters.