Undergraduate Programs

This course analytically introduces the structure and function of biological macromolecules, especially proteins, lipids and carbohydrates. Important medical concepts include bioenergetics and metabolism, proteins as biological catalysts, and essential metabolic pathways. In addition, this course covers nucleic acids structure and function, enzyme classification and function, water and electrolytes balance in biological systems, and the role of vitamins and minerals in metabolism.

This course is designed to introduce undergraduate nursing students to the concepts of; nursing as a profession, health and illness, therapeutic safe hospital environment, basic human needs, comfort, rest and sleep, nutritional needs, urinary elimination, medical and surgical asepsis, hygienic care, vital signs, medication, heat and cold applications, as well as first aid. The theoretical base required for providing the skills of assessing and providing basic nursing care to adult patients, based on their needs, will be emphasized. In addition, this course focuses on professional code of ethics for nursing practice, nurses’ rights, patients’ duties and rights, legal and moral principles pertaining to health, newly arising dilemmas, rules, policies in health care practice.

This course provides undergraduate nursing students with the opportunities to develop clinical competencies necessary for assessing and providing basic nursing care to adult patients, based on the identified needs and in a safe, legal, and ethical manner. It provides students with a non-threatening environment in which they apply basic nursing skills accurately and safely through practice and return demonstration in a skill nursing laboratory. Co/Pre-Req: NURS 207.

This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. It introduces the physiology of homeostasis and the structure and functions of body systems including: blood, central and peripheral nervous system, renal system, respiratory system, lymphatic/immune, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, digestive and reproductive system. Common human disease processes are emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. Laboratory practice includes studies of the human skeleton, human heart and its big blood vessels, human lungs and their pleurae, and abdominal and pelvic viscera.

This course introduces the junior health care student to the pathophysiological changes incurred in various body systems. These systems comprise the respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine and neurological systems. Symptoms as pain, ischemia, inflammation, allergy and altered clotting will be emphasized. Co-Req: NURS 215.

University Requirement

This course studies the characteristics and classification of microorganisms and bacteria, emphasizing mechanisms by which they replicate and reproduce, their means of growth and growth requirements, and the general properties of bacterial cultures and their properties. The course includes: i) Fundamentals of microbiology (The microbial world; Observing microorganisms through a microscope; Microbial metabolism; Microbial growth; Microbial genetics; and Microbial biotechnology); ii) A Survey of the microbial world (Classification of microorganisms; The prokaryotes: Domains bacteria and archaea; The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths; and Viruses, Viroids, and Prions); iii) Interaction between microbe and host (Microbial mechanisms of pathogenicity; and Antimicrobial drugs); iv) Microorganisms and human disease; and v) Environmental, applied and industrial microbiology.

This course provides undergraduate nursing students with the knowledge base related to the nursing process of immediate and long-term care of patients with cardiovascular, GIT, hepatic and biliary disorders, diabetes mellitus and thyroid gland, rehabilitation, common diagnostic procedures and fluids and electrolytes balance and imbalance. Pre-req: NURS207

This course is designed to introduce the beginning-nursing students to the field of nursing practice, particularly skills related to caring in the hospital setting. The nursing process is utilized as a systematic approach to identify and provide nursing care. Emphasis is placed on developing skills needed to assess, implement and monitor nursing interventions provided to patients with cardiovascular, GIT, hepatic and biliary disorders, diabetes mellitus and thyroid gland disorders, and fluids and electrolytes balance and imbalance. Nursing role in rehabilitation and while obtaining common diagnostic procedures are focused. The role of the nurse as a member of the healthcare team is emphasized. Co/ Pre-req: NURS216

The course focuses on assessment of health across the life span and provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed to assess the health status of individuals throughout life cycle from infancy through old age. An emphasis is placed on assessment of the physical, developmental, psychosocial (cognitive, affective, and behavioral), cultural, and spiritual dimensions of the individual and/or families. The course facilitates opportunities to integrate the knowledge and skills necessary for history taking, physical and psychosocial examination, and documentation. Pre-req: NURS 215

This course provides students with knowledge underlying the care of patients presenting with medical and traumatic emergencies with a review on the underlying patho-physiological processes. Emphasis is on triage, disaster management, basic and advanced life support, primary and secondary assessments, and immediate interventions of common various medical and traumatic emergencies. Poisoning, drug overdose, collection and preservation of evidence, legal and forensic considerations are addressed. Critical thinking and problem solving are both focused in each topic. Co/ Pre-req: NURS207.

This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and toxicology. It addresses the principles of pharmacodynamics and mechanisms of drug actions, and the utilization of their properties in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Focus is placed on interaction of drugs with specific receptors, fundamentals of how chemicals produce toxicity, aspects of dose-response, handling of toxicants following exposure, mechanisms of toxic action and their modification by chemical, environmental and biological factors. Pre-req: NURS 215, PATH 203

University Requirement

This course will overview psychological, social, and behavioral theories and principles as they relate to the experiences of illness and disability. The course will help in understanding the various health behaviors, health care utilization, and decision making in the context of health. It emphasizes on the patient motivation and life satisfaction, restructuring social support systems, and changes in psychosocial/developmental needs. Attention will be given to the changing role of the health professional as direct care provider, manager, consultant, and advocate.

This course is a continuation of Adult Health Nursing I course. It is designed to develop the student’s knowledge in the nursing care of adult patients/families with cardiovascular disorders, respiratory disorders, burn, perioperative care, pain and cancer. Theoretical concepts and knowledge related to basic health sciences are incorporated in the didactic information. Pre-req: NURS216.

This course focuses on application of theories gained from Adult Health Nursing II as well as critical thinking, decision making skills in special medical and surgical settings. It is designed to develop the student’s skills in the nursing care of adult patients/families with cardiovascular disorders, respiratory disorders, burn, perioperative care, pain and cancer. Co/ Pre-req: NURS307.

This course focuses on the response of critically ill patients to actual or potential life threatening conditions. It provides students with the necessary in-depth knowledge and understanding of nursing and medical management of patients with acute and/or multi -systems failures as well as the theoretical base of the critical and technical skills required for practice. It also explores the interrelationship of the three dimensions of the critical care nursing practice and examines the theoretical basis and nursing process for alterations in human functioning as consequences of critical illness and care. Co/ Pre-req: NURS207.

The course provides students with the necessary skills of assessment and provision of comprehensive quality nursing care for patients with life threatening conditions, different body system alterations, attached with different types of supportive devices, and encountered in various critical care settings. Students are given the chance to reflect on their clinical practice through students’ portfolio collecting their experience over the course. Nursing process is used as an approach of providing holistic patient care. Critical thinking, clinical judgment, decision making and team work are emphasized in this course. Co/ Pre-req: NURS319.

University Requirement

University Elective

This course is related to research and covers topics related to research designs and methodologies as well as various components of research proposal and work. In addition, it will cover Sackett's model of evidence-based practice, in which students formulate a clinical question, acquire, and appraise literature for quality and applicability. In addition, this course allows students to integrate research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values in order to make the best clinical decisions.

This course is a continuation of adult health nursing Ι & ΙΙ courses. It focuses on the knowledge as well as critical thinking and decision making skills as well as nursing therapeutics in special medical and surgical settings. It focuses on adult patients/families with orthopedic, urology, neurology and neurosurgery, ophthalmology, and ear disorders. Pre-req: NURS307.

This course covers scientific knowledge enabling students to develop their own approach to care of pediatrics and their families. Growth and development theories will be explored as a basis of understanding health care needs of well and sick children. This course addresses the prevention of illnesses and accidents, common pediatric health problems, and communicable diseases. This is achieved through utilizing the nursing process, problem solving techniques, critical thinking skills, and family centered approached in the provision of empowered care. Pre-requisite: NURS310.

This course allows students to utilize the nursing process in the provision of care of normal pediatric population or those who are at high risk or experiencing disruptions in bio/psycho/social/cultural and spiritual needs and their families. Emphasis is also placed on therapeutic communication and teaching to children and their families. Co/ Pre-req: NURS318.

This course provides students with the chance to apply knowledge gained thorough the adult health nursing III: theory course. It focuses on application of theories, critical thinking and decision making skills, as well as nursing therapeutics to patients with orthopedic, urology, neurology and neurosurgery, ophthalmology, and ear disorders. Co/ Pre-req: NURS310

University Elective Course

Major Elective Course

General introduction to the science of epidemiology, biostatistics and distribution of diseases in a given population emphasizing on infectious disease epidemiology. In addition, the course will cover the statistical methods in assessing epidemiological distributions. Topics include research methods and design, descriptive statistics, performance characteristics of diagnostic tests, graphical methods, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, p-values, regression and correlation, and clinical trials.

This course introduces the concepts and principles of obstetrical nursing. It presents the maternal cycle and provides students with knowledge related to care of mothers during antenatal, labor, delivery and postnatal periods as well as care of women with different gynecological health problems. Pre-req: NURS310.

This course allows students to provide skills related to care of mothers during antenatal, labor, delivery and postnatal periods and care of women with different gynecological health problems. It will help students to appreciate the client as a holistic individual. Co/Pre-req: NURS405.

This course examines the constructs of mental health and mental illness, and analyze factors that contribute to the development and course of mental illness. Students will examine factors that modify behavior, cognition, and emotion and promote restoration of health and functioning.

The course provides knowledge and practical application of caring for patients with mental illness. It also provides opportunities for students to participate in the provision of mental health services to well and sick individuals and families, as well as learning the relationship between mind and body and impact of the biopsychosocial state on physical and mental health.

University Elective

The course aims to foster the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours that facilitate effective interprofessional (IP) collaborative practice among health care providers. Through interactive learning students will explore ways in which their professions can work together in order to optimize patient’s care respecting each other’s roles and responsibilities. The course employs a variety of interactive methods and technologies

The course provides students with knowledge necessary to meet health care needs of the individuals and families in the community within the context of primary healthcare. Tools for community assessment and diagnosis, concepts of health promotion and maintenance, prevention and early detection of diseases and disabilities, and rehabilitation and restoration of the highest possible level of health are covered. Special emphasis will be on the theoretical base of the elderly population care, theories and concepts of aging, the physiologic and psychosocial changes and problems, as well as ethical and legal aspects related to their care. Pre-req: NURS310, NURS318, NURS405.

This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity for clinical application of the knowledge related to community and gerontological health nursing. Critical thinking skills will be utilized as students participate in clinical prevention and population-focused interventions, with attention to risk assessment, health promotion, disease prevention, and rehabilitation and restoration of the highest possible level of health. Special emphasis will be on the application of elderly care related theories while providing care to this population, considering ethical and legal aspects of their care. Co/Pre-req: NURS406.

This course enables students to acquire and utilize scientific inquiry and theory in the management of the health care units and organizations and apply advanced knowledge in making decisions affecting the management of health care system. It assists the students employ relevant philosophies as these contribute to the management of health care units and organizations, and to utilize knowledge of the law and legislations and health policy in making decisions. In addition, it enables them to apply communication strategies and to demonstrate the ability to think critically in the Nurse Administrator role, as well as to demonstrate leadership skills in the performance of the Nurse Administrator role. Pre-req: NURS310.

A clinical course designed for students in the final semester before graduation to facilitate the transition from nursing student to professional nurse. Students will have the opportunity to increase the quality and quantity of the clinical experience. Decision making skills will be enhanced through working with preceptors in different nursing specialties which have been taught in the previous academic years. Co/Pre-req: NURS322.

Major Elective Course

تقديم إطار عام للغة العربية لغير المتخصصين، وتتناول الموضوعات التالية: العربية بين لغات العالم، النظام الصوتي، النظام الصرفي، النظام النحوي والنظام الكتابي، كما تتناول العربية والتعريب، والعربية والحاسوب، ثم كيف تكتب مقالاً علمياً.

This course aims at introducing students to the principles of human rights and its foundations. The importance of human rights in our societies not only from a theoretical point of view, rather more from a practical one will be highlighted throughout the course. Special attention shall be given to certain global themes on human rights, which touch on critical topics related to our society.

A general course that enhances language skills and provides coverage of basic grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing for foundation students. It deals with basic competence in reading, through exercises on getting main ideas, guessing meaning from context, understanding details, predicting and inferencing. Writing development from paragraph to composition, proceeding through writing and developing of topics sentences, supporting sentences and paragraph writing is the focus of the course. Writing and reading build vocabulary through exercises and dictionary use and cloze exercises. The latter develop grammar where the use of nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs, transition signals, the reconstructing of sentences and main and subordinating clauses is practiced.

An introductory level course that covers the fundamental principles of cell biology, membrane transportations, genetics, human biology, evolution and ecology, morphology and physiology of body systems, with emphasis on the different types of cells and cellular structures. Moreover, the course will cover the organization of life, energy transfer through living systems, and diversity of life. This course includes: i) The molecular basis of life; ii) The biology of the cell; iii) Genetic and molecular biology; iv) Evolution; v) The diversity of life; vi) Plant form and function; vii) Animal form and function; and viii) Ecology and behavior.

This course is an introduction to basic concepts of chemistry, chemical reactions and calculations, the three physical states of matter (gases, liquids and solids), solutions, chemical equilibrium, ionic equilibrium. The periodic table and properties of the elements, nomenclature are discussed. Theories of atomic structure, atomic spectra, and chemical bonding are also included.

This course introduces basic concepts in organic chemistry, macromolecules, stereoisomerism, and their basic structure and interactions. Organic chemistry applications and biosynthesis of biological compounds are also studied. The course includes the study of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and ethers and alcohols. In addition, it covers carboxylic acid derivative reaction mechanisms, with emphasis on biological macromolecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

General introduction to the science of epidemiology, biostatistics and distribution of diseases in a given population emphasizing on infectious disease epidemiology. In addition, the course will cover the statistical methods in assessing epidemiological distributions. Topics include research methods and design, descriptive statistics, performance characteristics of diagnostic tests, graphical methods, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, p-values, regression and correlation, and clinical trials.

This course studies the structure (brief anatomy) and function (detailed physiology) of the following body systems: muscular, nervous, endocrine, blood, lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. The student is also introduced to topics in metabolism, nutrition, and general heredity within a physiological and homeostatic environment.

University Requirements

This course analytically introduces the structure and function of biological macromolecules, especially proteins, lipids and carbohydrates. Important medical concepts include bioenergetics and metabolism, proteins as biological catalysts, and essential metabolic pathways. In addition, this course covers nucleic acids structure and function, enzyme classification and function, water and electrolytes balance in biological systems, and the role of vitamins and minerals in metabolism.

This course studies the characteristics and classification of microorganisms and bacteria, emphasizing mechanisms by which they replicate and reproduce, their means of growth and growth requirements, and the general properties of bacterial cultures and their properties. The course includes: i) Fundamentals of microbiology (The microbial world; Observing microorganisms through a microscope; Microbial metabolism; Microbial growth; Microbial genetics; and Microbial biotechnology); ii) A Survey of the microbial world (Classification of microorganisms; The prokaryotes: Domains bacteria and archaea; The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths; and Viruses, Viroids, and Prions); iii) Interaction between microbe and host (Microbial mechanisms of pathogenicity; and Antimicrobial drugs); iv) Microorganisms and human disease; and v) Environmental, applied and industrial microbiology.

The course centers around the understanding the significance of healthcare law and bioethics. The main focus of this course includes: Introduction to medical law, ethics, and bioethics; The legal system and its environment; Importance of the legal system for the physician and the healthcare professional; Professional liability and medical/biomedical malpractice; Public duties of the healthcare professional; Workplace law and ethics; The medical record; Ethical and bioethical issues in healthcare; Ethical issues relating to life.

This course introduces basic concepts in performing research in the clinical laboratory and professional methodologies in writing up a research project.

As the given name of this course indicates, Introduction to Clinical Laboratory introduces the MLT student to the nature and depth of a biomedical laboratory environment and practicum. The main topics covered in this course are: What is the nature of a biomedical laboratory? Introduction to being a health care worker and medical terminology commonly used in the medical laboratory; The administrative professional procedures and technology handled by medical laboratory technologist; Medical assisting and laboratory skills; Management and organization of a biomedical/clinical laboratory; Career opportunities for medical laboratory technologists and scientists (employability and leadership).

University Requirement

A course primarily designed to study diagnostic virology, an offshoot of medical microbiology, covering the basic principles of viral structure and classification. It will also discuss viruses of medical significance, emphasizing on their control and possible prevention, in addition to laboratory techniques used for diagnosis. In addition, the course investigates the general characteristics and classification of various classes of fungi. Their mode of infection, disease spectrum, laboratory diagnosis and treatment of medically significant fungi will be covered. Pre-req: BIOL 226.

A course primarily designed for understanding human and animal parasitology, including classification, morphology, development and the diseases they cause in man. Laboratory techniques used in the diagnosis of parasitic infections and the treatment of medically significant parasites will be discussed. Pre-req: BIOL 226.

The course will focus on studying the basic and medical aspects of the structure and function of formed elements of blood, bone marrow and plasma, production, release and survival; morphological characteristics of normal and abnormal cells; quantitative and qualitative abnormalities. The course will also introduce students to different blood disorders with emphasis on coagulation and hemostatic disorders, white blood cell anomalies, anemias, and leukemias.

This course is designed to teach the basic tenants of immunology and serology. It also undertakes areas of contemporary immunological knowledge and simultaneously provides a historical view of the discoveries that have built the groundwork of modern immunological thought and mechanism of fighting disease. The two functional divisions of the immune system, the innate and the adaptive immune system, antigens, antibodies and lymphocytes are studied, along with the cells and the soluble factors responsible for the immune response. The course also describes principles of immunology applicable to concepts in clinical medicine; introduction to diagnosis and management of human immuno-pathologic disorders. There are two major sections of this course: i) basic immunology; and ii) medical immunology and serology with particular emphasis on the immunoassays useful in the medical laboratory. The following subsections are serving ILOs of this course: Part 1 – Basic principles include: Innate immunity; Specific acquired immunity; Antibodies; Membrane receptors for antigens; The primary interaction with antigen; Immunological methods and interactions; The anatomy of the immune response; Lymphocyte activation; The production of effectors; Control mechanisms; and Ontogeny and phylogeny. Part 2 – Clinical applications include: Adversarial strategies during infection; Vaccines; Immunodeficiency; Allergy and other hypersensitivities; Transplantation; Tumor immunology; and Autoimmune diseases. Part 3 – Immunology electronic databases include: Electronic databases use in immunology and serology testing.

The purpose of this course is to expose students to basic understanding of the implementation of quality assurance principles in different areas of health care laboratories through the application of national and international standards and benchmarking. The course will also help students to identify and amend errors in quality assurance procedures through gaining a basic understanding of the principles of good laboratory practice regulations (GLPR), as they impact laboratory quality systems. The main topics covered in this course are: Introduction to laboratory quality management system (LQMS); Facilities and safety; Equipment; Purchasing and inventory; Process control: Sample management; Process control: Introduction to quality control; Process control: Quality control for quantitative tests; Process control: Quality control of qualitative and semi-quantitative procedures; Assessment: Audits; Assessment: External quality assessment (EQA); Assessment: Norms and accreditation; Medical laboratory personnel; Customer service; Occurrence management; Process improvement; Documents and records; Information management; and Organization.

University Requirement

The course enables the student to study analytical techniques and methods in identifying drugs in laboratory specimens, with emphasis on the clinical skills that help to assess and diagnose in the laboratory common disorders with referral to chronic and complicated cases.

The course introduces students to the principles and procedures of various tests performed in Clinical Chemistry. It presents the biochemical and physiological basis for tests, the principle and procedure for the test, and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. It also includes basic chemical laboratory technique, chemical laboratory safety, electrolytes and acid-base balance, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, enzymes, metabolites, endocrine function and toxicology. The course includes theoretical and direct applications of main medical laboratory tests: hematology, serology, urine, and stool analysis. Pre-req: BCHM 215.

The course explores the major blood group systems that affect the practice of transfusion medicine and examines the processing and distribution of blood products supplied by transfusion services. The topics to be covered include donor screening, collection, preparation, and storage of blood products, prevention of transfusion reactions through identification of unsuspected antibodies and compatibility testing, transfusion-associated conditions and diseases. Pre-req: MELS 305.

Clinical Laboratory Bacteriology is based on the students’ understanding of the basic principles of clinical microbiology. This course studies the characteristics and classification of microorganisms and bacteria from a medical perspective, emphasizing mechanisms by which they replicate and reproduce, their means of growth and growth requirements, and the general properties of bacterial cultures and their properties. The main topics covered in this course are: Development of diagnostic microbiology; The host’s encounter with microbes; Safety and specimen collection; Cultivation of microorganisms; Presumptive identification and final identification; Aerobic gram-positive cocci; Aerobic gram-negative cocci; Aerobic gram-positive rods; Enterobacteriaceae; Anaerobic bacteria; Mycobacterium species; Intracellular microorganisms; Physiological and body system bacteriology; and Opportunistic and nosocomial infections. Pre-req: BIOL 226.

University Elective

The course will give a profound insight into human genetics, comprising the structure and function of genes at a molecular level. Classification and diagnostic screening of genetic disorders will also be covered, as well as biotechniques applied in genetics and molecular biology.

This course deals specifically with tissue pathology and abnormalities, study of smears and aspirates. This course will provide further understanding of the relation of cell, tissue, and organ microscopic and submicroscopic structure (mammals primarily) with function, and develop expertise in tissue handling techniques, preparation and staining of specimens.

This is the 1st part of the clinical rotations required as hospital or private laboratory training in partial fulfillment of the requirements for graduation with a MLT degree.

Major Elective Course

The course aims to foster the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours that facilitate effective interprofessional (IP) collaborative practice among health care providers. Through interactive learning students will explore ways in which their professions can work together in order to optimize patient’s care respecting each other’s roles and responsibilities. The course employs a variety of interactive methods and technologies

This course introduces the student to basic principles of diagnostic testing in the medical laboratory. The student is familiarized with the various departments comprising a medical laboratory setup and the kinds of tests routinely used for specimen’s assessment and analysis, in addition to understanding the significance of test results reporting with accuracy and precision.

This course deals with the basic concepts of body fluid analysis, including urine, cerebrospinal fluid, vaginal secretions, semen and pulmonary fluids for diagnostic purposes in the identification of infection, inflammation and other-related disorders. In addition, students are introduced to measurement of drugs in urine and toxicity assessment and contraindications.

This is the 2nd part of the clinical rotations required as hospital or private laboratory training in partial fulfillment of the requirements for graduation with a MLT degree.

A seminar in which students are trained to read recently published scientific papers in medical journals, summarize, and present the information. This process also involves discussion and debate of the presented and/or published manuscripts.

تقديم إطار عام للغة العربية لغير المتخصصين، وتتناول الموضوعات التالية: العربية بين لغات العالم، النظام الصوتي، النظام الصرفي، النظام النحوي والنظام الكتابي، كما تتناول العربية والتعريب، والعربية والحاسوب، ثم كيف تكتب مقالاً علمياً.

This course aims at introducing students to the principles of human rights and its foundations. The importance of human rights in our societies not only from a theoretical point of view, rather more from a practical one will be highlighted throughout the course. Special attention shall be given to certain global themes on human rights, which touch on critical topics related to our society.

A general course that enhances language skills and provides coverage of basic grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing for foundation students. It deals with basic competence in reading, through exercises on getting main ideas, guessing meaning from context, understanding details, predicting and inferencing. Writing development from paragraph to composition, proceeding through writing and developing of topics sentences, supporting sentences and paragraph writing is the focus of the course. Writing and reading build vocabulary through exercises and dictionary use and cloze exercises. The latter develop grammar where the use of nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs, transition signals, the reconstructing of sentences and main and subordinating clauses is practiced.

An introductory level course that covers the fundamental principles of cell biology, membrane transportations, genetics, human biology, evolution and ecology, morphology and physiology of body systems, with emphasis on the different types of cells and cellular structures. Moreover, the course will cover the organization of life, energy transfer through living systems, and diversity of life. This course includes: i) The molecular basis of life; ii) The biology of the cell; iii) Genetic and molecular biology; iv) Evolution; v) The diversity of life; vi) Plant form and function; vii) Animal form and function; and viii) Ecology and behavior.

This course is an introduction to basic concepts of chemistry, chemical reactions and calculations, the three physical states of matter (gases, liquids and solids), solutions, chemical equilibrium, ionic equilibrium. The periodic table and properties of the elements, nomenclature are discussed. Theories of atomic structure, atomic spectra, and chemical bonding are also included.

This course introduces basic concepts in organic chemistry, macromolecules, stereoisomerism, and their basic structure and interactions. Organic chemistry applications and biosynthesis of biological compounds are also studied. The course includes the study of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and ethers and alcohols. In addition, it covers carboxylic acid derivative reaction mechanisms, with emphasis on biological macromolecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

General introduction to the science of epidemiology, biostatistics and distribution of diseases in a given population emphasizing on infectious disease epidemiology. In addition, the course will cover the statistical methods in assessing epidemiological distributions. Topics include research methods and design, descriptive statistics, performance characteristics of diagnostic tests, graphical methods, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, p-values, regression and correlation, and clinical trials.

This course studies the structure (brief anatomy) and function (detailed physiology) of the following body systems: muscular, nervous, endocrine, blood, lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. The student is also introduced to topics in metabolism, nutrition, and general heredity within a physiological and homeostatic environment.

University Requirement

This course analytically introduces the structure and function of biological macromolecules, especially proteins, lipids and carbohydrates. Important medical concepts include bioenergetics and metabolism, proteins as biological catalysts, and essential metabolic pathways. In addition, this course covers nucleic acids structure and function, enzyme classification and function, water and electrolytes balance in biological systems, and the role of vitamins and minerals in metabolism.

This course studies the characteristics and classification of microorganisms and bacteria, emphasizing mechanisms by which they replicate and reproduce, their means of growth and growth requirements, and the general properties of bacterial cultures and their properties. The course includes: i) Fundamentals of microbiology (The microbial world; Observing microorganisms through a microscope; Microbial metabolism; Microbial growth; Microbial genetics; and Microbial biotechnology); ii) A Survey of the microbial world (Classification of microorganisms; The prokaryotes: Domains bacteria and archaea; The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths; and Viruses, Viroids, and Prions); iii) Interaction between microbe and host (Microbial mechanisms of pathogenicity; and Antimicrobial drugs); iv) Microorganisms and human disease; and v) Environmental, applied and industrial microbiology.

The course centers around the understanding the significance of healthcare law and bioethics. The main focus of this course includes: Introduction to medical law, ethics, and bioethics; The legal system and its environment; Importance of the legal system for the physician and the healthcare professional; Professional liability and medical/biomedical malpractice; Public duties of the healthcare professional; Workplace law and ethics; The medical record; Ethical and bioethical issues in healthcare; Ethical issues relating to life.

This course overview the physiological needs for energy, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamin and minerals. The the mechanisms of action of macronutrients and micronutrients, food sources, and the recommended intakes of carbohydrates, protein, fat, individual vitamins and individual minerals will be covered. The relationships between diet and specific lifestyle diseases as well as the deficiency or over intake of each nutrient will be stressed on.

University Elective

University Requirement

This course will overview psychological, social, and behavioral theories and principles as they relate to the experiences of illness and disability. The course will help in understanding the various health behaviors, health care utilization, and decision making in the context of health. It emphasizes on the patient motivation and life satisfaction, restructuring social support systems, and changes in psychological/developmental needs. Attention will be given to the changing role of the health professional as direct care provider, manager, consultant, and advocate.

The course includes the chemical composition of foods, food composition tables and how the composition can affect the physical and sensory properties of food and consequently their acceptability or rejection by the consumer. The course discusses the chemical changes in the composition of food under various circumstances such as storage or processing. Pre-req: CHEM 215

The course discusses in depth the nutritional, biochemical, and physiological aspects of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins and minerals. It focuses on the absorption mechanisms and transportation storage, mobilization and metabolism of the different nutrients. Pre-req: NUTR 212, BCHM 215.

Focuses on the planning of a nutritional sound meal in such a way to fulfill all the nutritional needs of the individual in view of his physiological and nutritional status. It also includes meal planning for population groups. The course includes practical training in diet planning. Pre-req: NUTR 212.

The course introduces the foundations of nutritional assessment on both the community and individual levels. The various nutritional assessment tools including dietary methods, anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests and clinical examination will be discussed. The sensitivity, reliability and reproducibility of each technique will be emphasized. The students will be provided with practical training to be familiar to each technique. Pre-req: NUTR 212.

University Requirement

This course is related to research and covers topics related to research designs and methodologies as well as various components of research proposal and work. In addition, it will cover Sackett's model of evidence-based practice, in which students formulate a clinical question, acquire, and appraise literature for quality and applicability. In addition, this course allows students to integrate research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values in order to make the best clinical decisions.

The course focuses on the technical aspects of food processing with emphasis on food industries common in the region. The course includes field visits to food processing establishments.

The course focuses on the nature, composition and specific needs of individuals throughout their life span. It covers the physiological changes and requirements during infancy, childhood and adolescence, adulthood and the elderly with special emphasis, on the needs during periods of physiological stress such as pregnancy and lactation. Pre-req: NUTR 212.

The course discusses the various methods used in the nutrition education of the individual and the community. It focuses on the selection of the appropriate method of communication according to the target group of the education program. The student will be trained on the development of educational material that suits the conditions prevailing in the Middle East area. Pre-req: NUTR 212.

This course focuses on the role of diet in the management of diseases. The course introduces the principles of the nutritional care process as the basis for the dietary management of diseases. The etiology, pathophysiology, clinical picture of some nutrition related diseases will be discussed. The students will be trained on the development of individualized modified nutrition care plans for patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders, liver, gall bladder, pancreatic and rheumatic diseases as well as cancer. Pre-req: NUTR 315, NUTR 319.

University Elective

The course will study the causes, symptoms and diagnosis of the nutrition deficiency diseases prevailing in the community. The course will concentrate on macronutrient deficiencies and micronutrient deficiencies. It focuses on the nutrition intervention programs at the community level according to the nutritional problems prevailing in the community in view of the social, cultural, educational factors and the available economic resources. Pre-req: NUTR 310, NUTR 315.

The course focuses on implementation of nutritional care plans provided for patients with diet related disorders based on the principles of the nutritional care process. The medical nutritional therapy of specific disorders including diabetes mellitus, obesity, cardiovascular and renal diseases, will be discussed in details.. The etiology, patho-physiology, clinical manifestations and specific nutritional needs of these diseases will be explored. The students will be trained on formulation of modified meal plans for patients suffering from the specified disorders. Pre-req: NUTR 320.

The course focuses on the nutrition requirements of athletes practicing different types of sports, the nature, composition and timing of the meals appeal before and after competition, supplementation and its impact on physical performance. Pre-req: NUTR 315.

Focuses on the preparation of food under the best hygienic condition to guarantee its safety for the consumers. It covers the hygienic practices for the preparation of meals, milk, fish and dairy products. The course includes the principles of food toxicology with emphasis on the toxins present in natural food and food products.

The course focuses on the role of nutrition in the development of non communicable diseases such as diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, osteoporosis and obesity. The course emphasizes the increasing prevalence of non communicable diseases in developing and developed countries, the factors enhancing the prevalence and the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment. Pre-req: NUTR 310, NUTR 315.

The course covers the technical and managerial aspects of food establishments including supervision, evaluation and intervention in various activities. The course includes field trips to food establishment followed by reporting and group discussion.

University Elective

The course aims to foster the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours that facilitate effective interprofessional (IP) collaborative practice among health care providers. Through interactive learning students will explore ways in which their professions can work together in order to optimize patient’s care respecting each other’s roles and responsibilities. The course employs a variety of interactive methods and technologies

The course covers the role of the nutritionist in the community. It deals with the identification of the nutritional problems prevailing in the community and how to recommend and apply the necessary corrective programs. The role of various community program in the promotion of the nutritional status of the community will be discussed. Pre-req: NUTR 310, NUTR 322.

Under the supervision of a staff member, students will carry out a research project in the field of nutrition and dietetics, or each student will be assigned to make a literature review in specific topic in nutrition or dietetics. A scientific report will be presented and evaluated. Pre-req: NUTR 310, NUTR 322.

This course is directed to study the recent trends and development in the field of nutrition and dietetics. The main focus of the course will be management of metabolic disorders and nutrition support. Pre-req: NUTR 320.

The course will provide practical training through case studies presentation for various disease condition and further discussion of the corresponding medical nutrition therapy. The students will have experience in assessment, diagnosis and management of hypothetical cases. It includes group discussions as well reporting the potential management of the case presented. Pre-req: NUTR 409.

Major Elective Course

تقديم إطار عام للغة العربية لغير المتخصصين، وتتناول الموضوعات التالية: العربية بين لغات العالم، النظام الصوتي، النظام الصرفي، النظام النحوي والنظام الكتابي، كما تتناول العربية والتعريب، والعربية والحاسوب، ثم كيف تكتب مقالاً علمياً.

This course aims at introducing students to the principles of human rights and its foundations. The importance of human rights in our societies not only from a theoretical point of view, rather more from a practical one will be highlighted throughout the course. Special attention shall be given to certain global themes on human rights, which touch on critical topics related to our society.

A general course that enhances language skills and provides coverage of basic grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing for foundation students. It deals with basic competence in reading, through exercises on getting main ideas, guessing meaning from context, understanding details, predicting and inferencing. Writing development from paragraph to composition, proceeding through writing and developing of topics sentences, supporting sentences and paragraph writing is the focus of the course. Writing and reading build vocabulary through exercises and dictionary use and cloze exercises. The latter develop grammar where the use of nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs, transition signals, the reconstructing of sentences and main and subordinating clauses is practiced.