CNBPHNU

Courses of Instruction

The terms indicated are expected but are not guaranteed. For the courses offered during any given term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

Cell and Neurobiology (CNB)

462 Physiology for the Health Professions (4, Sp) (Enroll in PHBI 462)

501ab Gross Human Anatomy (3-4, FaSp) A complete dissection of the adult human body. Supplementary lectures and demonstrations. Emphasis on correlating development, structure and function. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

511abL Microscopic Anatomy (3-3, FaSp) Lectures and laboratory in microscopic anatomy emphasizing embryonic origin of the basic body plan, cells, tissues, and organs; ultrastructural and functional correlations. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

512L Pharmacology I (5, Fa) Actions, chemical properties, bodily distribution, and toxicology of drugs. Laboratory. (Duplicates credit in former PHNU 510L.) Prerequisite: departmental approval.

513 Pharmacology II (3, Sp) Continuation of 512L. (Duplicates credit in former PHNU 511.) Prerequisite: CNB 512L.

521 Neuroanatomy (3, Sp) Structure and function of the human nervous system with emphasis on central conduction pathways, especially those of clinical significance. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

525 Developmental Neurocytology (2, 2 years, Fa) Ultrastructural features of the nervous system, with particular emphasis on aspects of development and plasticity in the mammalian nervous system. Cellular biology background and departmental approval required.

530 Anatomy for the Artist (1-2, Irregular) This course includes lectures and demonstrations of human anatomy specifically for the artist, and art instruction on drawing the human figure. Requires departmental approval.

531 Cell Biology (4, Fa) (Enroll in INTD 531)

534 Molecular Aspects of Neuropharmacology (2, FaSp) Current advances in selected areas of molecular neuropharmacology, e.g., mechanisms by which drugs affect neurotransmitter systems, neural plasticity, treatment of neurological and psychiatric diseases. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

550 Cell and Neurobiology Seminar (1, max 6, FaSp) Reports and discussion on recent advances in anatomy. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former ANCB 550.)

551ab Approaches to Teaching and Research in Cell and Neurobiology (1-1, 2 years, Fa) Sequence of seminars devised to supplement graduate training in literature analysis, oral communication, research techniques and philosophy of teaching. (Duplicates credit in former ANCB 551.) Prerequisite: departmental approval.

561 Molecular Genetics (4, Sp) (Enroll in INTD 561)

562 Systems and Integrative Physiology (4) (Enroll in PHBI 562)

571 Biochemistry (4, Fa) (Enroll in INTD 571)

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

594 Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

598 Introductory Laboratory Rotations (1-3, FaSp) Introductory laboratory rotations wherein students are directed in individualized research, reading and discussion to provide perspective and supplemental background in areas of faculty research interests.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSp) Special topics provides background for instruction and research in the Department of Cell and Neurobiology through lectures, discussions, assigned readings, and student presentations. (Duplicates credit in former ANCB 599 and PHNU 599.)

600 Literature Tutorial (1, FaSp) Individualized readings and discussions culminating in a literature-review paper; to promote the acquisition of critical thinking skills in the evaluation of scientific problems. Prerequisite: departmental approval; recommended preparation: background in biological sciences.

601L Advanced Regional Dissections (2, FaSp) Advanced dissection of various anatomical regions of the adult human body. Lab, 8-12 hours a week. Prerequisite: CNB 501ab.

603 Current Topics in Vision Research (2, Sp) Basic science (e.g., anatomy, cell biology, electrophysiology) and clinical aspects of the eye: cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve. USC faculty and authorities from other institutions will lecture. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

604 Current Topics in Animal Development (2, 2 years, Sp) Current research in selected aspects of mammalian and nonmammalian developmental biology, including the molecular genetics and molecular biology of organogenesis, morphogenesis, lineage specification, and differentiation. Prerequisite: INTD 561 and CNB 542 or departmental approval.

631 Morphogenesis and Regeneration (2, 2 years, Sp) Analysis of developing and regenerating systems: historical and recent interpretations of morphogenetic movements, tissue interactions, fields, gradients, differentiation, and determination. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

641 Brain-Endocrine Interactions in Reproduction (2, 2 years, Fa) Past and current experimental approaches to morphology and endocrinology at hypothalamic, pituitary, and gonadal levels in both males and females. Prerequisite: CNB 511abL or a general endocrinology course or departmental approval.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Pharmacology and Nutrition (PHNU)

520ab Seminar in Nutrition (2-2, FaSp)

521 Drug-Nutrient Interactions (3, Irregular) Interactions between foods, nutrients, and commonly used drugs that alter nutritional status and drug efficacy; specific effects in absorption, distribution, metabolism and clearance will be discussed.

523 Current Issues and Controversies in Nutrition (3, Sp) Research, education, marketing, current practices in nutrition; alternative education in nutrition and health supplementation; health food and commercial food industries; politics of health and nutrition.

527 Introduction to General Nutrition (3, Fa) Dietary role of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, and minerals in metabolism; food faddism and diet therapy; food additives and toxicology.

531 Nutrition Assessment (2, Sp) Nutrition assessment techniques, tools and theories used in research and intervention programs by nutritionists and other health professionals; use of appropriate methods for specific groups.

532 Research Methods in Nutrition (3, Fa) An examination of research and evaluation methods for nutrition research projects and studies.

536 Fetal Pharmacology and Fetal Nutrition (3, Fa) The influence of drugs and nutrition upon fetal tissues and organs; transport, metabolism and elimination of drugs by placenta and fetal tissues. Prerequisite: general biochemistry and human physiology recommended.

540 Advanced Topics in Nutrition (2, Sp) Detailed presentations of the research techniques used to examine the role of nutrition in the causation and treatment of disease.

541 Naturally Occurring Toxicants in Food (3, Sp) Toxicants and carcinogens of plant, animal and microbial origin, as well as man-made chemicals (formed during processing, additives and residues) will be examined relative to metabolic detoxification and food safety.

542 Nutritional Epidemiology (2) Basic principles of epidemiology as applied to the study of relationships between diet and chronic disease. Overview of the study design and methods in analyzing/assessing epidemiologic research, dietary intake and implications of measurement errors.

545 Current Concepts in Clinical Nutrition (2, Fa) Experimental sequences leading to accepted nutritional concepts used in therapy, including evaluation of the disease mechanism as related to the efficacy of the nutritional therapy.

561 Behavioral Theories and Nutrition (3) Overview of behavior theory as it pertains to nutrition; the use of theoretical models to develop dietary intervention methods and improve compliance with dietary regimens.

571 Advanced Nutrition: Macrominerals and and Trace Minerals (3, Sp) An opportunity for in-depth discussion of mineral metabolism, functions, and requirements. Clinical concerns related to mineral deficiency and toxicity will also be explored.

572 Advanced Nutrition: Fat and Water Soluble Vitamins (3, Fa) An in-depth discussion of the fat and water soluble vitamins including metabolism, requirements, deficiency, toxicity, interactions with other nutrients and roles in major diseases.

573 Advanced Nutrition: Proteins, Carbohydrates and Lipids (3) An in-depth discussion of the energy-providing macronutrients (plus dietary fiber) covering their metabolism, functions, interrelationships and roles in health and disease.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the Master of Science in Nutrition Science degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC. Open only to students in the Master of Nutrition Science degree program.

594abz Master's Thesis in Preventive Nutrition (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

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