Mar 28, 2024  
2016-2017 Academic Catalog (Jan 2017) 
    
2016-2017 Academic Catalog (Jan 2017) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Clinical Pharmacy

  
  • PHCY 480 - Advanced Community Practice I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) required rotation conducted in community pharmacies and which promotes the development of practice skills in comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 481 - Advanced Community Practice II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) required rotation conducted in community pharmacies and which promotes the development of practice skills in comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 482 - Advanced Community Practice III



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) required rotation conducted in community pharmacies and which promotes the development of practice skills in comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 483 - Advanced Institutional Pharmacy I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) required rotation conducted in institutional pharmacies, most often hospitals, and which promote the development of practice skills in comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 484 - Advanced Institutional Pharmacy II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) required rotation conducted in institutional pharmacies, most often hospitals, and which promote the development of practice skills in comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 486 - Public Health



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation that is conducted in a U.S. Public Health Service facility.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 487 - Community Pharmacy Management I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) rotation with a pharmacy corporation engaged in the provision of community pharmacy care. Students will gain an understanding of the skills required to manage a community pharmacy.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 488 - Community Pharmacy Management II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) rotation with a pharmacy corporation engaged in the provision of community pharmacy care. Students will gain an understanding of the skills required to manage a community pharmacy.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 489 - Advanced Institutional Management I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) rotation conducted in institutional pharmacies, most often hospitals, and which focuses upon the development of management skills appropriate for institutional pharmacy practice.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 490 - Advanced Institutional Management II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) rotation conducted in institutional pharmacies, most often hospitals, and which focuses upon the development of management skills appropriate for institutional pharmacy practice.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 492 - Pharmacy Association Management I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation based at the headquarters of the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) in Nashville. Student will participate in the day-to-day responsibilities of TPA staff and officers, including meeting planning, monthly journal publication, interfacing with Tennessee State Legislature and Tennessee Medicaid Office. Some interaction with the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy is also possible.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 493 - Pharmacy Association Management II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation based at the headquarters of the Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA) in Nashville. Student will participate in the day-to-day responsibilities of TPA staff and officers, including meeting planning, monthly journal publication, interfacing with Tennessee State Legislature and Tennessee Medicaid Office. Some interaction with the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy is also possible.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 494 - Academic Administration



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    This one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation is a unique professional experience that will allow a student the opportunity to learn about a variety of roles and responsibilities of a pharmacist in academia. This rotation is set within the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 495 - Medication Safety



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation focusing on medication safety in which students will be involved in designing and developing safe medication use systems, as well as gain an understanding of national patient safety initiatives. Activities will include documenting and evaluating medication errors and developing safeguards for prevention of future errors.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 498 - Veterinary Pharmacy



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    This one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective allows a student the opportunity to learn about pharmacology and therapeutics in a diverse animal population. The student will engage in the care of both small and large animals and will experience a variety of roles and responsibilities of a pharmacist in veterinary pharmacy.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 499 - International Studies



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    A one-month advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective conducted in pharmacy practice settings in Australia, New Zealand, France, Japan, Thailand, England, Sweden, Scotland, Denmark, or Spain. A major objective of this experience is to provide the student with an appreciation of cultural and political influences upon the practice of pharmacy.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Catherine Crill Herrington
  
  • PHCY 500 - Pharmacoeconomics II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-160)

    The Pharmacoeconomics advanced pharmacy practice experience (APPE) elective rotation will provide the student pharmacist with a basic understanding of the clinical, economic, and humanistic outcomes of healthcare interventions, focusing on pharmacoeconomics and healthcare quality assessments. The student will also be exposed to a variety of competencies used in health outcomes research and will be directly involved with conducting quality-focused, outcomes-based research-from proposal development to analysis to manuscript preparation.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Rex O Brown

Comparative Medicine

  
  • CMED 711 - Essentials of Animal Experimentation



    Cr Hrs: 2 (16-32-0)

    This course is designed to provide an overview of appropriate and effective use of animals in biomedical research. Topics to be covered include regulatory requirements, biomethodology, principles of experimental animal surgery, postoperative veterinary care, and animal care and use procedures. Emphasis is placed on practical experience with living animals and practice of techniques under anesthesia. No text is required.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David J Hamilton
  
  • CMED 712 - Biology and Pathophysiology of Laboratory Animals I



    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course expands on much of the material covered in CMED 711 Emphasis will be placed on the following species: mice, rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, and hamsters Subjects to be covered include the taxonomy, applied anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, genetics, immunology, nutrition, behavior, husbandry, use as an animal model, and in-depth pathophysiology of significant diseases of each species Emphasis will be placed on features that make a particular species uniquely suitable for certain types of research

    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: CMED 711 Essentials of Animal Experimentation  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: David J Hamilton
  
  • CMED 713 - Biology and Pathophysiology of Laboratory Animals II



    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    Continuation of CMED 712. Emphasis will be placed on the following species: dogs, cats, sheep, goats, pigs and a variety of nonhuman primates. Rarely used research species, such as amphibians, reptiles, fish, avian species, and certain invertebrates will be covered to a lesser degree. Subjects to be covered include the taxonomy, applied anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, genetics, immunology, nutrition, behavior, husbandry, use as an animal model, and in-depth pathophysiology of significant diseases of each species. Emphasis will be placed on features that make a particular species uniquely suitable for certain types of research.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David J Hamilton
    Spring - Instructor of Record: David J Hamilton

Cytopathology Practice

  
  • MCP 401 - Histology



    Cr Hrs: 2

    Designed to orient the student in tissue structure and function. The characteristics and properties of primary normal human tissues are studied in relation to organ systems.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Anand Kulkarni
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Sheila Criswell
  
  • MCP 413 - Introduction to Pathology



    Cr Hrs: 1

    Designed to orient the student to basic concepts of pathology with emphasis on the relationship of histological, physical and laboratory findings to the pathophysiology of disease. Emphasis is on vocabulary of disease and disease mechanisms.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cameila D Johns
  
  • MCP 418 - Introduction to Laboratory Sciences



    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-20-0)

    Designed to introduce new laboratory science students to the principles of Standard Precautions and safety in the laboratory, the use of the microscope and identification of basic human cells. Principles of specimen collection, dilution calculations and cell suspensions will also be covered. An introduction to medical terminology, healthcare professions, professional attributes and strategies for student success in the professional programs are discussed.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Linda Ross
  
  • MCP 420 - Histotechnology Theory I



    Cr Hrs: 3

    Basic principles of tissue grossing, fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and routine and histochemical staining are discussed. Areas covered will include demonstration of carbohydrates, connective tissue, amyloid, microorganisms, pigments and minerals, and non-enzyme muscle stains. Course objectives require discussion of quality control, quality assurance and procedure writing.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Sheila Louise Criswell
  
  • MCP 435 - Histotechnology Practice I



    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-135-0)

    Course in the practice of tissue and body fluid preparation, fixation of specimens, grossing of specimens, processing and embedding of representative samples, microtomy and routine staining of slides. Also covered are histochemical staining and interpretation of tissue for carbohydrates, connective tissue, amyloid, microorganisms, pigments and minerals, and non-enzyme muscle stains. Didactic material from Lecture in Histotechnology Theory I is reinforced.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Sheila Louise Criswell
  
  • MCP 440 - Microscopic Evaluation I



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-180-0)

    Course in the study, interpretation and diagnosis of gynecologic cytology specimens. Didactic material introduced in 451 MCP, Gynecologic Cytopathology, is reinforced.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Barbara DuBray-Benstein
  
  • MCP 451 - Gynecologic Cytopathology



    Cr Hrs: 4 (60-0-0)

    The cellular morphology of female genital tract material is specifically studied. Normal biologic variations, atypical changes, premalignancy, and types of malignancy are considered in detail. Patient management and follow-up based on cytologic findings is also presented.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Barbara Dubray-Benstein
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 461 - Diagnostic Cytopathology



    Cr Hrs: 5 (75-0-0)

    Gross and microscopic anatomy of the major organ systems is presented including the respiratory tract, urinary tract, gastrointestinal system, body cavities and central nervous system. Cytologic material, including fine needle aspirates, from these areas is presented in detail. Emphasis is placed on differential diagnosis of the various non-neoplastic and neoplastic disease processes.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: MCP 451 Gynecologic Cytopathology  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Barbara Dubray-Benstein
  
  • MCP 470 - Laboratory Techniques I



    Cr Hrs: 2 (15-45-0)

    Introduces collection, preparation and staining of cytologic specimens from the female genital tract and other body sites. Principles of laboratory safety are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 471 - Laboratory Techniques II



    Cr Hrs: 2 (15-45-0)

    A continuation of MCP 470 Laboratory Techniques I, this course is a Lecture and Lab experience in cytopreparation of all types of cytologic specimens. Special emphasis is given to fine needle aspiration material, special stains, techniques of fixation, and cell block preparation. Adjunctive techniques applicable to cytopathology such as immunocytochemistry, FISH, ISH, and HPV DNA testing methods will also be presented.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Prerequisites: MCP 470 Laboratory Techniques I  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 481 - Microscopic Evaluation II



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-180-0)

    Course in the study, interpretation and diagnosis of cytologic specimens from the respiratory tract, urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, central nervous system and body cavity fluids. Didactic material introduced in MCP 461 Diagnostic Cytopathology, is reinforced.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: MCP 440 Microscopic Evaluation I  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 494 - Principles of Research



    Cr Hrs: 2 (15-45-0)

    A lecture and Independent study course in which the basic elements of research are presented including literature searches, statistical analysis of data, and scientific writing. Students identify a particular research problem for study, review pertinent literature, prepare a bibliography, and develop a plan to collect and analyze data. Students are required to prepare a request for approval by the IRB. Students will also review and interpret selected current literature articles and give verbal presentations for discussion.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Barbara DuBray-Benstein
  
  • MCP 515 - Basic Education and Management Principles



    Cr Hrs: 2 (25-0-0)

    Principles of learning with specific application to the development of instructional objectives, strategies and evaluation for specific teaching-learning situations. Also basic principles of management with particular emphasis on the clinical laboratory. Includes the basic management process, personnel supervision, identification and allocation of resources and simulated problem solving. Provides practical application of management principles under the supervision of local laboratory managers. As a graduate course, students will be expected to analyze management case studies involving human resources and fiscal dilemmas as well as aply decision making processes in simulated laboratory problems as assigned.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Linda Ross
  
  • MCP 520 - Advanced Techniques in Molecular Biology



    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-40-0)

    Basic concepts, principles, and applications of technological advancements in laboratory science including genetic technologies, flow cytometry, HLA tissue typing, nucleic acid hybridization and amplification techniques and biosensors. Provides opportunity for students to understand how basic scientific discoveries impact patient diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. As a graduate course, students will be expected to analyze and interpret data collected from laboratory exercises, evaluate the benefits and cost effectiveness of new molecular tests and interpret current relevant research.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Thomas W Williamson
  
  • MCP 552 - Histotechnology Theory II



    Cr Hrs: 3

    The theory of enzyme histochemistry will be discussed as it relates to muscle disease and the identification of leukemic cells. Immunoenzyme-histochemistry, immunofluorescence, the selection of antibodies, preparation of controls and evaluation of the final results are included. The theory and practice of preparation of samples for examination by electron microscopy will be discussed. Course objectives require discussion of quality control, quality assurance and procedure writing.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: MCP 420 Histotechnology Theory I  and MCP 435 Histotechnology Practice I  
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Sheila Louise Criswell
  
  • MCP 560 - Microscopic Evaluation III



    Cr Hrs: 4

    Study, interpretation and diagnosis of fine needle aspiration specimens. Didactic material introduced in MCP 575 Advanced Diagnostic Cytopathology, is reinforced.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: MCP 440 Microscopic Evaluation I , MCP 481 Microscopic Evaluation II  
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Barbara DuBray-Benstein
  
  • MCP 565 - Histotechnology Practice II



    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-135-0)

    Students perform and evaluate enzyme histochemical stains and immunohistochemical procedures. Preparation of samples for electron microscopy evaluation including sample processing and staining, use of the Ultra Microtome and the use of both Transmission and Scanning Electron Microscopes is included. Didactic material from Histotechnology Theory II is reinforced.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: MCP 420 Histotechnology Theory I  and MCP 435 Histotechnology Practice I  
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Sheila Louise Criswell
  
  • MCP 575 - Advanced Diagnostic Cytopathology



    Cr Hrs: 3 (4 as of Fall 2017)

    Gross and microscopic anatomy of organ sites accessible by fine needle aspiration is presented. Emphasis is placed on the differential diagnostic criteria used to make accurate interpretations in all types of cytologic material. Special stains and other ancillary techniques such as flow cytometry, immunocytochemistry and molecular diagnostics are presented in terms of their efficacy and significance for diagnosis and prognosis.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: MCP 451 Gynecologic Cytopathology  and MCP 461 Diagnostic Cytopathology  
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Barbara Dubray-Benstein
  
  • MCP 581 - Microscopic Evaluation IV



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-180-0)

    Study, interpretation and diagnosis of all types of cytologic specimens. Students synthesize and apply the concepts of diagnostic cytopathology to microscopic evaluation. Emphasis is placed on sensitivity and specificity of diagnosis while developing proficiency in microscopic analysis of routine cytologic case material in preparation for off-site clinical rotations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: MCP 440 Microscopic Evaluation I , MCP 481 Microscopic Evaluation II , and MCP 560 Microscopic Evaluation III
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Barbara Dubray-Benstein
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 583 - Ethics and Professional Issues



    Cr Hrs: 1 (15-0-0)

    A course in professional and ethical issues as they relate to the practice of cytopathology and histotechnology. Current laboratory regulations, professional roles and responsibilities, ethical approaches to problem-solving, medical-legal issues and other special topics are discussed.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Barbara Dubray-Benstein
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 592 - Research Seminar I



    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-45)

    An independent research project course. Practicum course in which the student designs, conducts and report on a research project in the field of cytopathology or histopathology. Students also participate in discussions of current journal articles and present a known diagnostic case in a continuing education forum.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Research
    Prerequisites: MCP 494 Principles of Research  
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
  
  • MCP 593 - Research Seminar II



    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-90-0)

    An independent research project course. Presentation of a research project and submission of a written scientific paper. Students are expected to present their research data in the form of an abstract or poster at a state/regional or national meeting and/or submit their paper for publication in an appropriate scientific journal. Students also participate in discussions of current journal articles and present an unknown diagnostic case in a continuing education forum.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Research
    Prerequisites: MCP 494 Principles of Research  and MCP 592 Research Seminar I  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Keisha Burnett
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Barbara DuBray-Benstein
  
  

Dental Anatomy

  
  • DANA 101 - Histology for Dental Students



    Cr Hrs: 4 (48-61-0)

    Students will learn basic cytology, special organ histology and selected topics of embryology relevant to dentistry. In addition to lectures, the laboratories allow direct observation of prepared microscope slides.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Robert S Waters
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Paul Herron
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Kristin Marie Hamre
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Roderick T Hori
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Marcia G Honig


  
  • DANA 103 - Neuroanatomy



    Cr Hrs: 2 (22-9-0)

    Students will learn the major structures and relationships of the brain (including cranial nerves) and the spinal cord are presented. Lectures are supplemented with projected slides.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Reese Schiller Scroggs
  
  • DANA 105 - Gross Anatomy



    Cr Hrs: 6 (69-66-0)

    This course is an introduction to human gross anatomy by means of dissection supplemented with lectures. Slightly more than one half the course is devoted to detailed study of the head and neck.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: DANA 101 Histology for Dental Students  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Randall J Nelson

Dental Hygiene

  
  • DH 410 - Clinic Theory 1



    Cr Hrs: 3 (45-0-0)

    Introduction to dental hygiene including the history and growth of the profession and current roles of dental hygienists in various practice settings. Introduction to patient care including current practices for infection control; recording of medical and dental histories; techniques for recording and monitoring vital signs; guidelines for inspecting oral tissues and charting observations; and basic theory, principles and procedures of oral prophylaxis. Also includes introduction to dental/dental hygiene policies and procedures, and professional conduct.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Michelle Miles
  
  • DH 411 - Head and Neck Anatomy



    Cr Hrs: 3 (45-0-0)

    Morphology of the head and neck with emphasis on structures pertinent to dentistry. Includes cranium and soft tissue relations; origin, insertion, action, and innervation of muscles of mastication and facial expression; brain and cranial nerves; and vascular supply to the head and neck. Anatomical basis for routes of spread of dental infection and anatomical basis for dental anesthesia also discussed. Lectures and demonstrations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Bobby Lee Collins
  
  • DH 413 - Dental Embryology, Histology & Anatomy



    Cr Hrs: 4 (60-0-0)

    Overview of prenatal development, development of the face and neck, orofacial structures, tooth development and eruption. Histological and microscopic anatomy of tissues and organ systems with emphasis on oral soft tissues, enamel, dentin, pulp, tissues of periodontium. Study of the anatomy of the human dentition and supporting structures including anatomical terminology. Emphasis on anatomic form of teeth in gingival tissue, basic occlusion, morphological anomalies, and relationship of teeth and gingiva.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Bobby Lee Collins
  
  • DH 418 - Clinic Theory 1 Lab



    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-90-0)

    Laboratory and clinical exercises in the techniques of detection and removal of hard and soft deposits from tooth surfaces. Also includes introduction to dental/dental hygiene clinic policies and procedures, and professional conduct.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Michelle Miles
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Beth A Mobilian
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Elizabeth G Thomas
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Dana D Myers
  
  • DH 421 - Clinic Practice 2



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-240)

    Continuation of DH 418 Clinic Theory 1 Lab. This course is the first clinical course in a series of courses in which students gain clinical proficiency by providing dental hygiene services to patients. Experiences include rotations for clinical experiences in specialty clinics within the College of Dentistry, community and government dental clinics, and school-based programs for at-risk populations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: DH 418 Clinic Theory 1 Lab  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Beth A Mobilian
  
  • DH 423 - Transitional Clinic Practice



    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-120)

    Second clinical course in a series of courses in which students gain clinical proficiency by providing dental hygiene services to patients. Experiences include rotations for clinical experiences in specialty clinics within the College of Dentistry, community and government dental clinics, and school-based programs for at-risk populations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Beth Mobilian
  
  • DH 424 - Oral Radiology



    Cr Hrs: 3 (30-45-0)

    Basic instruction is given in contemporary dental radiology techniques, emphasizing an introduction to intraoral and extraoral techniques; radiation physics, principles of and generation of photons (x-rays); components of x-ray producing equipment; radiation hygiene and safety; introduction to radiation deleterious effects on cell biology; composition, processing and chemistry of x-ray film; intraoral and extraoral anatomical bony landmarks; recognition of operator error/ processing artifacts; and introduction to differential diagnosis in oral radiology. Special emphasis is placed on determining radiographic signs of caries, bone loss associated with periodontal and systemic diseases, periapical pathology and radiographically notable dental materials for clinical interpretation.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: John S Covington
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Elizabeth Thomas
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Lynn S Russell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Dana D Myers
  
  • DH 425 - Oral Disease Prevention & Patient Education



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    Study of oral hygiene, preventive products, and dental health teaching methods. Emphasis on cultural implications for individualized patient instruction in prevention of dental disease using behavior modification.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • DH 426 - Clinical Theory 2



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    Continuation of DH 410, Clinical Theory 1, expanding on basic theory, principles and procedures of oral prophylaxis. Lectures to supplement clinical learning experiences through integration and application of basic, dental, and dental hygiene science to problems encountered while providing dental hygiene services. (Satisfactory completion of each course is required for progression to the next in the series.)

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: DH 410 Clinic Theory 1  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Beth Mobilian
  
  • DH 427 - General and Oral Pathology



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    This course deals with the study of human diseases. The first part of the course addresses the basic mechanisms that cause disease (general pathology). The second part of the course reviews the effects of those basic disease mechanisms on various organ systems (systemic pathology). The third part of the course presents, in detail, the diseases that affect the oral cavity and adjacent tissues and structures (oral pathology). Special emphasis will be given to those pathologic mechanisms, systemic conditions, and oral diseases that are common in the population or of particular significance to oral health care providers and patients.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Shokoufeh Shahrabi Farahani
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Lynn Russell
  
  • DH 430 - Clinic Practice 3



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-240)

    Third clinical course in a series of courses in which students gain clinical proficiency by providing dental hygiene services to patients. Experiences include rotations for clinical experiences in specialty clinics within the College of Dentistry, community, government dental clinics, and school-based programs for at-risk populations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Beth A Mobilian
  
  • DH 431 - Clinical Theory 3



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    Continuation of DH 426, Clinical Theory 2, expanding on basic theory, principles and procedures of oral prophylaxis. Lectures to supplement clinical learning experiences through integration and application of basic, dental, and dental hygiene science to problems encountered while providing dental hygiene services. (Satisfactory completion of each course is required for progression to the next in the series.)

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cassandra Holder-Ballard
  
  • DH 434 - Dental Pharmacology



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    Study of basic pharmacologic principles, drugs used in dentistry, and misuse of therapeutic agents. Includes discussion of commonly prescribed drugs, their uses, side effects, and dental treatment implications of such drugs.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marilyn D Lee
  
  • DH 437 - Periodontology



    Cr Hrs: 3 (45-0-0)

    Study of the historical and scientific background of dental hygiene periodontal practice, pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, rationale for therapy, critical analysis of patient assessments, current theories of treatment, and specific rationales for techniques. (Satisfactory completion of this course is required for progression in clinical courses.)

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Ayda Wehbe Khuri
  
  • DH 438 - Community Dental Health Theory



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    This course provides a study of the principles and methods used in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating community dental health programs. Topics include, epidemiology, research methodology, biostatistics, community based prevention programs for prevention of caries, oral disease indexes, dental health education, and program planning. Students critically evaluate scientific literature, dental care delivery and mechanisms for financing dental care.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Michelle Miles
  
  • DH 448 - Dental Materials



    Cr Hrs: 3 (15-45-0)

    This course addresses the chemistry and physical properties of various materials used in dental practice. Includes Lecture and Lab exercises involving the application and manipulation of the more commonly used dental materials.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Michelle Miles
  
  • DH 525 - Clinic Theory 4



    Cr Hrs: 2 (30-0-0)

    Continuation of basic theory, principles and procedures of oral prophylaxis. Lectures to supplement clinical learning experiences through integration and application of basic, dental, and dental hygiene science to problems encountered while providing dental hygiene services. (Satisfactory completion of each course is required for progression to the next in the series.)

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn Russell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Dana Myers
  
  • DH 532 - Special Patient Care



    Cr Hrs: 3 (45-0-0)

    The goal of this course is to lead the student to discover information concerning effects of systemic diseases, conditions, and aging and how these situations will require special treatment modifications for dental care. This course should also provide the student with the knowledge and skills to meet the oral health needs of special patients listed in the course outline. Prevention and management of medical emergencies that may arise in the dental environment is also included in this course.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Beth A Mobilian
  
  • DH 536 - Anxiety and Pain Control



    Cr Hrs: 4 (30-90-0)

    This is a Didactic reviewing the procedures available for the management of pain and anxiety. Principles of local anesthesia will include anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, armamentarium, technique and complications. Principles of nitrous oxide and oxygen conscious sedation will be covered. A laboratory component will be included to prepare the students for certification in the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide. Local anesthesia is taught to laboratory and clinical competence. Nitrous oxide analgesia is taught to laboratory competence but not clinical competence.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Bobby Collins
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Dana D Myers
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • DH 538 - Community Dental Health Practicum



    Cr Hrs: 3 (15-60-0)

    This course will build upon the basics of DH 438, Community Dental Health Theory. Students will have the opportunity to develop a community dental health program which requires application of dental public health theories, principles and concepts. Students will be expected to assess, plan, and implement evidence based community dentistry projects.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Michelle Miles
  
  • DH 541 - Clinic Practice 4



    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-240)

    Final clinical course in a series courses in which students gain clinical proficiency by providing dental hygiene services to patients. Experiences include rotations for clinical experiences in specialty clinics within the College of Dentistry, community, government dental clinics, and school-based programs for at-risk populations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Beth Mobilian
  
  • DH 542 - Ethics, Jurisprudence & Practice Management



    Cr Hrs: 3 (45-0-0)

    Experience in problem solving and ethical decision making in dental hygiene based on theories and principles of ethics. Case studies are used for practical application. Study of principles of law as related to dental hygiene and dental practice, including tort and contract law. Includes preparation for the jurisprudence examination administered by the Tennessee State Board of Dental Examiners. A study of dental practice management and treatment planning.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell

Dental Hygiene (Masters)

  
  • MDH 600 - Methods and Strategies of Dental Hygiene Teaching



    Cr Hrs: 3

    The purpose of this course is to prepare graduates to teach and evaluate Didactics traditionally included in the undergraduate dental hygiene curriculum. Components of this course include: overview of adult educational theory, face-to-face and web-based instructional technology, curriculum design, and teaching strategies and evaluation techniques related to cognitive and affective teaching and learning.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • MDH 601 - Theories of Dental Hygiene Clinical Teaching and Evaluation



    Cr Hrs: 3

    The purpose of this course is twofold. First, graduates will be prepared to teach and evaluate fine psychomotor skills both in preclinical technique courses and in dental hygiene clinic. The second purpose is to prepare graduates to serve as clinical coordinators and/or clinical Faculty members. Included in this section is information related to clinic administration as it applies to both clinical Faculty and students. Developing undergraduate students’ professional behavior, clinical technique, and patient communication skills during patient treatment will be emphasized. Graduates will gain knowledge related to clinical administration as it relates to establishing clinical requirements, competencies and mock clinical exams and calibration of clinical grading.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Risa Handman Nettles
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Lynn S Russell
  
  • MDH 602 - Introduction to Research for the Health Professional



    Cr Hrs: 3

    This course is designed for basic introduction to research methods for dental hygiene educators. It will provide a step-by-step overview of the research process and development of a research paper.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: MDH 606 Introduction to Statistics in Dental Hygiene Education  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • MDH 603 - Community Oral Health Promotion



    Cr Hrs: 3

    This is a project based course that builds on knowledge and skills acquired in undergraduate preventive and community oral health.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell
  
  • MDH 606 - Introduction to Statistics in Dental Hygiene Education



    Cr Hrs: 3

    This course is designed for basic introduction to statistics for dental hygiene educators. It will provide a step-by-step overview of beginning statistics commonly used in DH education.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mark Scarbecz
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Lynn S Russell
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mark Scarbecz
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Lynn S Russell
  
  • MDH 700 - Dental Hygiene Education: Administration, Planning, and Organization



    Cr Hrs: 3

    The study of leadership theories and program administration unique to dental hygiene educational programs, including an understanding of general and specialized accreditation processes, role of state dental licensure boards, human resources, Faculty performance assessment, program financing from public funding and clinical fees, clinic administration and outcomes assessment.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Susan Jill Crim
  
  • MDH 701 - Student Services in Dental Hygiene Education



    Cr Hrs: 3

    An overview course of student services available at the community college or university level such as but not limited to student health, recruiting, admissions, financial aid, and judicial affairs.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cynthia Calhoun
  
  • MDH 702 - Internship in Dental Hygiene Education



    Cr Hrs: 3

    Each graduate student will provide pre-clinical and/or clinical instruction and evaluation in a dental hygiene program and also will assist a Professor in teaching a Didactic in a dental hygiene program. Each graduate student will work closely with graduate Faculty to identify appropriate Faculty mentors from dental hygiene educational programs in students’ home communities so this requirement can be completed at a distance from the Memphis campus.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture, Clinical
    Prerequisites: MDH 600 Methods and Strategies of Dental Hygiene Teaching  and MDH 601 Theories of Dental Hygiene Clinical Teaching and Evaluation  
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell
  
  • MDH 705 - Elective Study in Dental Hygiene Education



    Cr Hrs: 3

    Experiential course that may be offered face-to-face, hybrid or online format depending on approved elective. The purpose of this elective is to allow students the opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge in their area of interest. Suggest modules include: Advanced Dental Hygiene Clinic Practice, Dental Hygiene Program Administration, Community Oral Health Planning, Dental Hygiene Research, Instructional Technology Used in Dental Hygiene Education, Continuing Education Administration, etc.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Lynn S Russell
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • MDH 706 - Capstone Project in Dental Hygiene Education



    Cr Hrs: 3

    Each graduate student must successfully complete a Capstone Project and present findings to the graduate Faculty and/or at a regional or national professional meeting. This is a capstone activity in which students enroll during the final term of the program. Sound demonstration of writing, organizational and communication skills associated with the MDH degree is required. Students must select an MDH Faculty advisor as well as an onsite mentor where the student will complete the capstone project and present an overview of the capstone project to the graduate Faculty and/or students at the beginning of the course. Each student’s mentor as well as the proposed content must be approved by the graduate Faculty prior to initiation of the project. The graduate student must also defend the completed project.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Independent Study
    Prerequisites: MDH 600 Methods and Strategies of Dental Hygiene Teaching , MDH 601 Theories of Dental Hygiene Clinical Teaching and Evaluation , MDH 602 Introduction to Research for the Health Professional , MDH 603 Community Oral Health Promotion , MDH 606 Introduction to Statistics in Dental Hygiene Education , MDH 700 Dental Hygiene Education: Administration, Planning, and Organization , MDH 701 Student Services in Dental Hygiene Education , MDH 702 Internship in Dental Hygiene Education , MDH 707 Online Teaching Strategies  and Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lynn S Russell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Cassandra B Holder-Ballard
  
  • MDH 707 - Online Teaching Strategies



    Cr Hrs: 3

    Student will have an opportunity to learn how to teach using online strategies and study the latest technology used in distance learning.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Karen Adsit

Dental Pharmacology

  
  • DPHA 205 - Dental Pharmacology



    Cr Hrs: 4 (55-0-0)

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of drug action, drug dose-response relationships and drug interactions to provide a sound basis for understanding practical dental therapeutics. Drug categories most important for beginning dental practice are introduced in this course, such as drugs affecting the autonomic nervous system, analgesic and anesthesia drugs, and antibiotics. This course later concentrates on categories of drugs that may be encountered in dental practice, such as drugs administered for therapeutic medical treatment of patents that may affect dental health or dental practice.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: George Cook
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Trevor W Sweatman
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: George A Cook
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Lawrence W Weeda
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Kafait U Malik


  
  • DPHA 403 - Applied Pharmacology



    Cr Hrs: 1 (1-8-0)

    This pharmacology course is scheduled as part of the preparation for passage of the Dental National Board Exam, Part II. The course concentrates on the drugs that are most important for clinical practice - antibiotics, analgesics, anesthetics, and anti-inflammatory drugs- and on drug interactions pertinent to dentistry. The course incorporates self-study of information through a website, review with Faculty, qualifying evaluation and participation in (case) seminars on drug interactions as it applies specifically to dental practice.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Trevor W Sweatman

Dental Physiology

  
  • DPHY 101 - Physiology



    Cr Hrs: 5 (61-13-0)

    The properties, composition, and function of living matter and its reactions to internal and external agents are presented. The course is composed of lectures, laboratory experiences and small group conferences concerning the following organ systems: circulatory, respiratory, renal, digestive, endocrine and central and peripheral nervous system. The mechanism of integration of the various physiological systems is stressed.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Aviv I Hassid
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Donald B Thomason
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Christopher M Waters
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Kristen O’Connell

Diagnostic Sciences and Oral Medicine

  
  • DSOM 101 - Biomedical Clinical Conference (BCC), I



    Cr Hrs: 1 (8-0-0)

    This course is a conference demonstrating the clinical correlation between the biochemistry and histology of developmental disturbances. Students will be expected to be able to correlate the basic science behind these disturbances.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David A Tipton
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: John S Covington
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Sidney H Stein
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Mojdeh Dehghan
  
  • DSOM 103 - Biomedical Clinical Conference (BCC), II



    Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-0)

    This course is a conference relating to principles being taught in the D-1 basic science courses in physiology and gross anatomy. The student will be expected to correlate these principles with clinical dentistry

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: David A Tipton
  
  • DSOM 105 - Dependency & Addiction in the Dental Profession



    Cr Hrs: 1 (8-0-0)

    This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of chemical dependency/addiction, including its prevention, recognition, treatment, and impact upon the dental profession.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: K Mark Anderson
  
  • DSOM 201 - Basic Dental Radiology



    Cr Hrs: 2 (24-13-0)

    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the principles of x-ray production, the biological effect of x-radiation, radiation hygiene and protection, the making of intraoral radiographs, and the interpretation of these radiographs. Upon completion of this course the student will be knowledgeable about the proper use of this important diagnostic tool in the dentist’s armamentarium. This is a prerequisite course for Advanced Oral Radiology (DSOM 305).

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Werner Harumiti Shintaku
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Robert K Smith
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Marjorie A Woods
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: James C Cohen


  
  • DSOM 203 - Patient Evaluation



    Cr Hrs: 2 (15-15-0)

    A basic Oral Diagnosis course that introduces students to patient evaluation and examination techniques, the proper recording of collected exam data, the formulation of medical and dental summary diagnoses/problem lists, the planning of treatment alternatives for the patient’s dental diagnoses (taking the medical diagnoses into consideration), and the presentation of the treatment plan(s) to the patient.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Marjorie A Woods
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Judith W McGuire
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Eddie L Burton
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mary A Aubertin
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Marjorie A Woods
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Judith W McGuire
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Eddie L Burton
  
  • DSOM 207 - General/Systemic Pathology



    Cr Hrs: 4 (66-0-0)

    The course in general pathology instructs the student in the basic concepts of human disease and presents facts about the more commonly occurring non-oral diseases, particularly those pertinent to the practice of dentistry.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Shokoufeh Shahrabi-Farahani
  
  • DSOM 211 - Biomedical Clinical Conference (BCC), III



    Cr Hrs: 1 (8-0-0)

    This course is a conference demonstrating that a thorough understanding of basic principles of microbiology and pathology is essential in the daily practice of clinical dentistry.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David A Tipton
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Linda W Pifer
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Lawrence W Weeda
  
  • DSOM 301 - Clinical Correlation Conference



    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course provides a practical approach for the dental student by presenting case histories of patients with the most frequently seen medical problems. Clinical medical specialists will discuss specific disease processes, and the relationship of each medical disease and its therapy to the dental plan of treatment.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Cesar A. Migliorati
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
  
  • DSOM 302 - Oral Diagnosis Clinic



    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-0-114)

    The Junior Oral Diagnosis clinic emphasizes the student’s development of historical and clinical examination skills and his/her formulation of an appropriate dental treatment plan based upon each patient’s dental and medical diagnoses. Students work in a closely supervised atmosphere and are scheduled briefly into a dental emergency service where patients needing immediate care are diagnosed and treated.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Eddie L Burton
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Judith W McGuire
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Eddie L Burton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Judith W McGuire
  
  • DSOM 305 - Advanced Dental Radiology



    Cr Hrs: 1 (9-5-0)

    This course introduces the principles and techniques involved in intraoral-occlusal and extraoral radiography with special emphasis on the use of the dental panoramic x-ray machine. The indications and criteria for prescribing these radiographic views are presented as well as material concerning the interpretation of the resultant radiographs. Other lecture topics include TMJ radiography, intraoral and extraoral film processing errors, processing artifacts and radiographic quality assurance programs designed for the modern dental office.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Werner Harumiti Shintaku
  
  • DSOM 311 - Basic Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology



    Cr Hrs: 5 (70-0-0)

    This course presents the terminology and working concepts of the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical signs and symptoms, histology, radiology (if applicable), treatment, and prognosis of oral and perioral lesions. The course demonstrates the relationship between the basic sciences and clinical oral pathology.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Shokoufeh Shahrabi-Farahani
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Shokoufeh Shahrabi-Farahani
  
  • DSOM 313 - Special Patient Care



    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course provides dental students with knowledge of the special needs of patients who are mentally retarded, medically compromised, or elderly. The course is presented by a series of guest lecturers. An interdisciplinary approach is taken in an effort to familiarize dental students with the need for consultation, as well as the varied aspects of health care for this population. In addition, several lectures focus on specific handicapping conditions, and highlight cultural and social aspects of providing dental health care for handicapped and elderly patients.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
  
  • DSOM 402 - Oral Diagnosis Clinic



    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-101)

    The Senior Oral Diagnosis clinic emphasizes the student’s development of clinical judgment and patient management skills. Students are considered to be clinical interns and they examine, diagnose, and plan treatment for patients with minimal Faculty supervision. They are also scheduled into a dental emergency service where patients needing immediate care are diagnosed and treated.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Kenneth M Anderson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Robert K Smith
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Kenneth M Anderson
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Mary A Aubertin
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Robert K Smith
  
  • DSOM 403 - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Conference



    Cr Hrs: 2 (26-0-0)

    This course utilizes the clinical pathology conference format to teach students to diagnose and manage various forms of oral pathology. Case histories are utilized to present clinical diagnostic problems. The treatment of selected diseases and conditions, other than caries and periodontal disease, in which the dentist plays a major role in the recognition, diagnosis and management of the disorder will also be covered.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Shokoufeh Shahrabi-Farahani

Dentistry Electives

  
  • ELEC 504 - Student Research Fellowship Award



    Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies)

    This course is designed to expose research-oriented students to the experience of writing a competitive research proposal, including the formulation of research hypotheses, specific objectives, and experimental rationale and design. Students will gain hands- on research experience by participating in on-going research activities in the basic sciences or clinical dentistry. The research projects will be targeted to provide increased understanding of the basic mechanisms of oral diseases in order to prepare the student to provide optimum oral health care and management. May be repeated.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Research
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous
  
  • ELEC 505 - Pediatric Dentistry Research Elective



    Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies)

    This course will involve two projects. The first will look at the different ways an etch enamel surface can be damaged prior to placing a sealant or composite resin. Extracted human teeth will be used for this experiment. The etched enamel surface will be deliberately damaged, then viewed under scanning electron microcopy. The other project will be an attempt to determine the fate of the artery, vein and nerve innervating a primary tooth once root resorption has begun. Monkey jaws will be utilized. Sections will be made beginning as the vessels and nerves exit from the interior trunk and followed until these structures enter the apical foramen. There will be an attempt to determine when there is no longer innervation and vascularity to these primary teeth. Additionally, an attempt will be made to determine if these anatomical structures are lying loose within the bone or if they are in a sheath once the root of the primary root has begun to resorb.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Research
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Harry K Sharp
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Harry K Sharp
  
  • ELEC 507 - Table Clinics



    Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies)

    This elective is provided to help motivate the student to pursue any aspect of the dental field to a fuller extent. New techniques, new ideas and new concepts can be fully explored and presented by the innovative and dedicated students through the medium of the Table Clinic presentation. The Table Clinic presentations at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry during the Annual Dental Alumni Meeting will follow the guidelines of the ADA. The “Table Clinic Presentations” will be suitable for presentation at state and national meetings. The overall 1st prizewinner will represent The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry with a table clinic at the Annual ADA Convention. An orientation session will be scheduled to clarify the organization, concepts and presentation of table clinics with each dental class. May be repeated up to 4 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Research
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David A Tipton
    Spring - Instructor of Record: David A Tipton
 

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