Spring 2022 - BPK 336 D100

Histology (3)

Class Number: 7183

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 19, 2022
    Tue, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    One of BPK 325, 326, BISC 305, 316.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Light and electron microscopic study of mammalian tissues and organs with emphasis on human systems.

COURSE DETAILS:

The course is 13 weeks in length, with two hours of lecture and one hour of lab time per week.

While the specific course schedule can be found on Canvas, topics covered include:

  • Introduction to histology
  • Introduction to microscopy
  • The four types of tissue

 

Histology of:

  • Skin and muscle
  • The skeletal system: cartilage and bone
  • The nervous system
  • The circulatory system and the blood
  • The respiratory system
  • The digestive system and associated organs; select endocrine glands
  • The renal and genito-urinary systems
  • The immune system
  • The reproductive systems

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Learning outcomes: Successful students will:

  • Differentiate between and knowledgeably discuss a range of histological and microscopic techniques, working from images of tissue sections in the primary literature and wider media.
  • Confidently identify and eloquently describe histological sections (or cytological smears) of most tissues and organs.
  • Describe the structure and function relationships and common pathological processes (and microscopic manifestations) affecting a subset of organs/systems.
  • Discuss a set of studies from the primary literature with critical histological findings (in written scientific and lay summaries).
  • Develop an appreciation for the art and science of histology and histopathology.

Grading

  • Written Scientific Summary (1200 words): 20%
  • Clinical Video Lesson 15%
  • Midterm Exam 25%
  • Final Exam 35%
  • Participation 5%

Department Undergraduate Notes:

It is the responsibility of the student to keep their BPK course outlines if they plan on furthering their education.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.