Spring 2022 - HSCI 440 D100

Cell Pathophysiology Laboratory (4)

Class Number: 5801

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 21, 2022
    Thu, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    HSCI 321 and one of BISC 357, MBB 308, or MBB 309W, all with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A review of pathophysiological mechanisms of disease with an emphasis on the molecular, cellular and genetic bases of pathology. Laboratory includes cell-biology experiments, histological preparations, and microscopic examination of normal and diseased tissues.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will provide students with hands-on experience in techniques in molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology to investigate mechanisms involved in cellular pathophysiology.  Topics will include cell growth, apoptosis, cell differentiaion and cell migration.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

The objectives of this course are to provide students with  knowledge in research techniques that can be used to investigate topics in cell biology as it relates to biological mechanisms governing disease pathogenesis in humans.  At the end of this course students are expected to be able to discuss the basis for normal and pathological states at the molecular, cellular and tissue level. 

Grading

  • Lab Reports 50%
  • Tests 30%
  • Quiz 10%
  • Participation 10%

NOTES:

Students must bring their own lab coat to each class.  The professor may make changes to the syllabus if necessary, within Faculty / University regulations.

This course is offered in lecture/lab/demonstration format. Notes from class presentations will be provided as PowerPoint presentations. Some assignments, readings and articles will be available from Canvas.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

No required textbook for this course.  A course handbook will be distributed in the first class.

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.