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2015-2016 Academic Catalog (Jan 2016)

2015-2016 Academic Catalog (Jan 2016) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Dentistry Electives
	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-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: David A Tipton Instructor of Record, Spring: David A Tipton
	ELEC 508 - Oral Surgery Externship Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies) This course is designed to provide advanced clinical experience in oral surgery to a selected group of seniors. The students will be assigned to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery on a full-time basis during the summer session of their senior year. During this period they will receive individual experience with advanced procedures such as preprosthetic surgery and surgical removal of impacted teeth. Experience in dentofacial trauma and hospital procedures will be derived from an on-call rotation with the oral surgery resident. Course not currently offered. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 only; Special Permission Required Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Lawrence W Weeda Instructor of Record, Spring: Lawrence W Weeda
	ELEC 510 - Forensic Dentistry Cr Hrs: 1 (8-10-0) The course will be an introduction to forensic odontology to include dental identification, bite mark investigation, mass disaster identification, and expert witness activities. It consists of lecture/seminars and hands-on laboratory instruction. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture and lab-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-3 or higher; Special Permission Required Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Holland Maness Instructor of Record, Spring: Holland Maness
	ELEC 511 - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies) This elective allows selected D-4 students to pursue further studies in oral and maxillofacial surgery departmental activities. The students will devote a portion of their clinic time to this specialized elective. It is expected that the students will gain additional experience in performing more advanced oral surgery procedures as well as in starting IVs. Each student will be encouraged to submit an article for publication prior to graduation. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: James Mintzer Christian Instructor of Record, Spring: James Mintzer Christian
	ELEC 513 - Advanced Pediatric Dentistry Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-80) Two (2) fourth-year dental students are offered an elective course consisting of four clinical days for two (2) weeks. Students will be scheduled a variety of patients which will include case work-ups and treatment planning. A number of the patients will be medically or physically compromised in some manner. During the assignment students will be scheduled for hospital dentistry conferences and rounds, and may attend dental operating room cases as an assistant. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Harry K Sharp Instructor of Record, Spring: Harry K Sharp
	ELEC 514 - Research Methods in Periodontal Pathobiology Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies) This course is designed to allow dental students (open to students at any stage of training, D-2 through D-4) to gain experience in the design, performance and documentation of a laboratory research project. Individuals are expected to devise their own research projects within a framework outlined by the Course Director. Projects will vary with students’ previous experience and interests. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Research-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-2 through D-4 only: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Sidney H Stein
	ELEC 515 - Elective Periodontal Surgery Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-20) This course is designed to expand the knowledge of selected students in the field of Periodontology by assigning reading material, discussion in seminar sessions and clinical activities. Each participant will be required to perform at least two different periodontal surgeries and the necessary postoperative procedures. All clinical procedures performed in this course will be credited towards the requirements in perio for the Junior year. Attendance in the course is mandatory except when other blocks are assigned. Students must inform the course director if they have any conflict. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Max per section: 15 Instructional Method: Seminar and clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-3 only: Special Permission Required Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Jacob Shiloah Instructor of Record, Spring: Jacob Shiloah
	ELEC 519 - Comprehensive Implant Dentistry Cr Hrs: 1 (4-12-8) The course will consist of didactic and laboratory sessions in which participating students will learn the history, implant biomaterials, treatment planning, surgical placement, ridge augmentation and implant restoration of fixed and removal prosthetic appliances. Students will have the opportunity to surgically place implants in patients who are approved by the course instructor. If surgical procedures are performed within time allowances, students will uncover and restore implants that they have placed. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture and lab-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-3 and D-4 only; Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Terence C Hilger Instructor of Record, Spring: Terence C Hilger
	ELEC 523 - Clinical Oral Pathology Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-40) This elective course is designed to provide exposure to the clinical practice of oral pathology. The student(s) will experience and participate in examination of diagnosis and treatment of the diseases, conditions, and neoplasms that are typically seen in clinical practice. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required, DSOM 302 Oral Diagnosis Clinic , DSOM 305 Advanced Dental Radiology , DSOM 311 Basic Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Kenneth M Anderson Instructor of Record, Spring: Kenneth M Anderson
	ELEC 524 - Project Smile Cr Hrs: 2 (24-0-24) This course will assist young dentists and dental students to achieve practical real world skills in dentistry in the areas of general, cosmetic and practice management while helping people in need. The objectives include: 1) serve the underserved and the poor; 2) learn real life dentistry; 3) develop relationships with practicing dentists; 4) learn some practice management principles; 5) learn some cosmetic dental procedures; 6) see how cases are diagnosed and worked up in private practice; and 7) complete general dental procedures. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 only; Special Permission Required Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Phillip A. Kemp Instructor of Record, Spring: Phillip A. Kemp
	ELEC 526 - Advanced Prosthodontics Elective Cr Hrs: 1 (0-20-20) Clinical and laboratory experience in complicated removable, fixed and implant combination cases. Treatment planning required of the student. Cases directed by a single case facilitator. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical and lab-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-3 or D-4 only; Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Terence C Hilger Instructor of Record, Spring: Terence C Hilger
	ELEC 528 - Research in Oral Biology Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies) This elective is an introduction to research methodology to acquaint the students with evidence-based approaches to solving problems in oral and craniofacial health care. Research training areas include: Techniques in cell and organ culture; Characterization of connective tissue components of the gingival, periodontal ligament, and temporomandibular joint in health and disease; Adhesive glycoproteins in periodontal reattachment; Crevicular fluid components from normal and inflamed gingiva; Saliva glycoproteins and their role in bacterial adhesion; cellular activities in invasive bone tumors; Cell migration and chemotaxis; Periodontal pathogens and the oral micro-organisms; inflammation and inflammatory mediator; Proteomics and tumor biomarkers; Interaction of oral tissues and micro-organisms with implant materials; Craniofacial development; Biomechanical properties of dental and implant materials. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Mustafa K Dabbous
	ELEC 529 - Advanced Clinical Orthodontics Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies) This elective course will be primarily clinical in nature. It is designed to provide select dental students with an advanced knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of orthodontic problems and a hands-on experience in treating clinical cases that require limited orthodontic intervention. Typical cases will include (1) minor dental crowding or spacing with a harmonious soft tissue profile and balanced occlusion and (2) cases that require limited orthodontic intervention in preparation for additional dental treatment such as creating space for a dental implant. The primary objective of this course will be to teach students how to take good quality orthodontic records, analyze the collected record, diagnose orthodontic problems, develop and present a treatment plan that addresses the patient concerns. Additionally, students are expected to start treatment and place orthodontic brackets on some limited orthodontic patients after the approval of the course instructor and under his direct supervision. May be repeated up to 2 credit hours. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Max per section: 16 Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
	ELEC 530 - Physical Examination of the Hospital Patient Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-8) This course provides an overview of the basics of physical examination and history taking for the hospitalized patient. Learning objectives for students completing this course are 1) to have an understanding of history taking for the patient who will be or is a hospital admission; 2) complete a physical examination on a hospital patient; and 3) record the H & P in a systematic manner, consistent with hospital protocol. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar and clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: James Mintzer Christian
	ELEC 531 - Elective Laser Course Cr Hrs: 1 (6-3-0) This course incorporates both lectures and laboratory experiences to prepare the D4 student to treat patients using laser instrumentation. The course will present concepts in the physics, history, and safe usage of laser instruments. Emphasis is placed on usage of “Diode” and “Erbium” lasers in soft and hard tissue therapy. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lab-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: D-4 Only:Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Paul N Gregory Additional Instructor 1, Fall: William R Callahan III Additional Instructor 2, Fall: John Charles Ford Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Cesar A. Migliorati Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Erica Krohn Jany Migliorati Instructor of Record, Spring: Paul N Gregory
	ELEC 552 - Biochemical Research Techniques Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies) Designed primarily for students who are interested in research, this elective will provide a working knowledge of a variety of research techniques which best suit individual projects. The techniques are treated as independent units so that variable credit is given for each technique studied. The techniques offered will vary from year to year, and a list will be available prior to registration from the course coordinator. Techniques available will include radioimmunoassay, sub cellular fractionation, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, and disc electrophoresis. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Mustafa K Dabbous Instructor of Record, Spring: Mustafa K Dabbous
	ELEC 553 - Microbiology Research Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies) Qualified students may undertake research in microbiology for which credit and hours will be arranged. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Research-based Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: DMSC 201 Microbiology ; Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: David R Nelson Instructor of Record, Spring: David R Nelson
	ELEC 554 - Special Topics in Clinical Dentistry Cr Hrs: 1 (Varies) ELEC 554 is a clinical course designed to provide students with more clinical patient experiences when it is deemed that they have not had sufficient experiences during the usual two-year clinical experience. This could involve a dearth of experiences in one discipline or several disciplines. May be repeated up to 1 credit hours. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Mark Edward Jensen Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Bernard J Blen Additional Instructor 2, Fall: William R Callahan III Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Patricia P Dingeldein Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Paul N Gregory Instructor of Record, Spring: Mark Edward Jensen
	ELEC 555 - Special Topics in Clinical Dental Hygiene Cr Hrs: 1 (Varies) ELEC 555 is a clinical course designed to provide dental hygiene students with more clinical patient experiences when it is deemed that they have not had sufficient experiences during the usual clinical experience and/or wish to maintain clinical skills while taking other idactic courses. May be repeated up to 1 credit hours. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Prerequisites: Special Permission Required Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Beth A Mobilian Instructor of Record, Spring: Beth A Mobilian
Endodontics
	ENDO 201 - Essential Endodontics I (Lecture) Cr Hrs: 1 (9-0-0) This is a basic course in endodontic technique. This course runs concurrently with the Lab in Essential Endodontics I (ENDO 202). Although the major portion of the course covers clinical skills, biology of the normal and irreversibly injured pulp will be introduced. Much of the lecture material will cover basic clinical techniques, which will enable the new clinician to treat pulpal and periapical problems in the clinic. The main emphasis will be on root canal preparation, canal debridement, disinfection and obturation of the root canal space. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Antheunis Versluis
	ENDO 202 - Essential Endodontics I (Lab) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-25-0) ndamental Lab in endodontics that runs concurrently with the Lecture in Essential Endodontics I (ENDO 201). Students will be taught contemporary canal preparation techniques involving state-of-the-art nickel titanium rotary endodontic instruments, along with a historically relevant obturation technique-lateral compaction of cold gutta percha. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lab-based Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
	ENDO 203 - Essential Endodontics II (Lecture) Cr Hrs: 1 (5-0-0) This course in endodontic technique builds on the foundational knowledge from the previous semester. This course runs concurrently with the Lab in Essential Endodontics II (ENDO 204). Emphasis will be placed on restoring teeth to adequate clinical function, dealing with the endodontic emergency and pain control. The importance of accurate clinical diagnosis will be highlighted as the biologic basis and foundation for endodontic treatment reinforcing the terminology and special pulp sensibility tests previously studied through the case-based learning modules. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Daranee Versluis Instructor of Record, Spring: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
	ENDO 204 - Essential Endodontics II (Lab) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-23-0) This is a preclinical Lab in endodontics that furthers understanding of endodontic techniques, focusing on multi-rooted teeth. This course runs concurrently with the Lecture in Essential Endodontics II (ENDO 203). Students will be taught contemporary canal preparation techniques involving state-of-the-art nickel-titanium rotary endodontic instruments, canal debridement and disinfection, obturation and post preparation. Training will also be provided in restoring endodontically treated teeth to adequate clinical function. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lab-based Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Instructor of Record, Spring: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
	ENDO 301 - Clinical Endodontics Cr Hrs: 1 (9-0-0) The clinical Lecture series in endodontics is designed to introduce the dental student to a multitude of endodontically-related conditions and their management. Dealing with pulpal and periapical pathoses and decision making based on tooth restorability will be an everyday practice throughout a dental career and the importance of making sound, ethical treatment choices with best evidence will be emphasized. In addition, problem-solving in diagnostic dilemmas, endodontic retreatment, relevance of implants in endodontic practice, adjunct techniques, and dealing with dentoalveolar trauma in the permanent tooth. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: George Huang Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Instructor of Record, Spring: Jeffrey G Phebus
	ENDO 302 - Endodontics Clinic Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-42) The third and fourth year students have the opportunity to perform clinical endodontics under the supervision of Instructors. In addition, students receive training in differential diagnosis, treatment planning and management of the emergency patient. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Felicity Hope Shelton Instructor of Record, Spring: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
	ENDO 401 - Advanced Endodontics Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-0) This course is designed to broaden the student’s knowledge by examining the biological aspects of endodontics and enhance skills in the management of the more complex problems. In addition, new materials, alternate techniques and controversial subjects are examined with respect to the more routine clinical practice. Relevance of implants in endodontic practice, dealing with dentoalveolar trauma in permanent dentition, establishing relationships for referral-based practice, endodontic surgery and advanced imaging will be discussed Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Instructor of Record, Spring: Jeffrey G Phebus
	ENDO 402 - Endodontics Clinic Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-78) Senior students will have the opportunity to perform clinical endodontics under the supervision of endodontists and group leaders. Students are expected to critically interpret diagnostic information from a multitude of specialties and formulate best practice dentistry. Management of the emergency patient, concurrent with rotations through ER, and problems arising from inter-appointment flare-ups are taught along with best evidence contemporary endodontics, with emphasis on restoring the tooth to function. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Jeffrey G Phebus Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Josanne Mildred O’Dell Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Felicity Hope Shelton Instructor of Record, Spring: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
Epidemiology for Nursing
	BION 712 - Principles of Epidemiology Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0) This course offers the basic principles of epidemiology Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Term offered: Not currently offered
Family Medicine Clerkship
	FME1 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine Cr Hrs: 14 40 The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Knoxville (FME2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (FME3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Instructional Method: Clinical rotation Location offered: Memphis, Jackson, Nashville Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Muneeza Khan Instructor of Record, Spring: Muneeza Khan
	FME2 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine Cr Hrs: 14 40 The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Knoxville (FME2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (FME3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 4 Instructional Method: Clinical rotation Location offered: Knoxville Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Muneeza Khan Instructor of Record, Spring: Muneeza Khan Additional Instructor 1, Spring: M David Stockton
	FME3 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine Cr Hrs: 14 40 The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Knoxville (FME2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (FME3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 4 Instructional Method: Clinical rotation Location offered: Chattanooga Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Muneeza Khan Instructor of Record, Spring: Muneeza Khan Additional Instructor 1, Spring: J Mack Worthington
Family Nurse Practitioner
	FNP 800 - Advanced Family Nursing I Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0) This course is the first of two advanced practice nursing courses focusing on specialization, expansion, and advancement of research based knowledge and skills related to the advanced practice of nursing in primary care. Emphasis is on the development of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision-making and the beginning definition of a model of practice with the family as the unit of service. Grade Mode: Standard Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: PATN 605 - Advanced Pathology , PHAN 830 - Advanced Pharmacology , and NSG 824 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis Co-requisites: FNP 801 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice I Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Jacqueline Lee Burchum Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Ragan N Johnson
	FNP 801 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice I Cr Hrs: 3 (0-3) This is the first in a series of advanced practice nursing courses designed to provide student experiences in the practice setting. Emphasis is on defining a nursing practice model with the family as the unit of service. The focus ranges from health promotion and disease/injury prevention to diagnosis and management of selected acute and chronic problems that commonly occur across the lifespan. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Experiential-based Prerequisites: PATN 605 - Advanced Pathology , PHAN 830 - Advanced Pharmacology , and NSG 824 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis Co-requisites: FNP 800 - Advanced Family Nursing I Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Stacy A Emerson Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Laura K Reed Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Ragan N Johnson Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Nina K Sublette
	FNP 802 - Advanced Family Nursing II Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0) This course is the second in a series of advanced practice nursing courses preparing family nurse practitioners. It focuses on expansion and advancement of evidence-based knowledge and skills related to the advanced practice of nursing across the lifespan in primary care. Emphasis is on the continuing development of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision-making and the beginning refinements of a model of practice with the family as the unit of service. Grade Mode: Standard Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: PATN 605 - Advanced Pathology , PHAN 830 - Advanced Pharmacology , and NSG 824 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis Co-requisites: FNP 803 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice II Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Jacqueline Lee Burchum
	FNP 803 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice II Cr Hrs: 3 (0-3) This is the second in a series of advanced practice nursing courses focusing on development of the advanced practice knowledge and skills required to provide primary care services to families. This clinical rotation includes management of common problems of children, common gynecological problems of women and selected chronic and self-limiting diseases of adults. Emphasis is on the continuing development and use of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision making (based on critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning). Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 8 Instructional Method: Experiential-based Prerequisites: PATN 605 Advanced Pathology , PHAN 830 Advanced Pharmacology , and NSG 824 Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis Co-requisites: FNP 802 Advanced Family Nursing II Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Stacy A Emerson
	FNP 804 - Advanced Practice Practicum Cr Hrs: 4 (0-4) The practicum experience focuses on the refined development of role preparation as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a primary care setting. The practicum provides an immersion experience under the guidance and direction of an experienced practitioner. The Family Nurse Practitioner role is actualized through study and practice in the clinical discipline. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 8 Instructional Method: Experiential-based Prerequisites: FNP 801 Advanced Family Clinical Practice I , FNP 803 Advanced Family Clinical Practice II Term offered: Summer Instructor of Record, Summer: Stacy A Emerson
	FNP 806 - Integrated Behavioral Health Care Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0) This course guides the student in integration of behavioral health care in the primary care setting. Content focuses on the recognition and management of selected behavioral health problems that occur across the lifespan and commonly present in primary care settings. Neurophysiological, genomic, environmental/social, and developmental theories are presented to explain the etiology and presentation of common behavioral health conditions. Psychopharmacological and nonpharmacological principles and modalities for managing common behavioral health problems are included. Grade Mode: Standard Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: PATN 605 Advanced Pathology, PHAN 830 Advanced Pharmacology, and NSG 824 Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Laura K. Melaro
	FNP 807 - Management of Complex Health Problems Cr Hrs: 4 (2-2) This course focuses on care of patients and families coping with complex health problems. Emphasis centers on the management of unstable chronic conditions, co-morbidities, disability, and end-of-life care within the context of evidence-based and patient/family-centered practice. Strategies for optimizing interprofessional collaboration and facilitating patient transitions from home to acute and sub-acute settings are stressed. Grade Mode: Standard Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture and experiential-based Prerequisites: FNP 802 Advanced Family Nursing II, FNP803 Advanced Family Clinicial Practice II Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Laura K Reed
Foreign trained - Oral Diagnosis
	FBID 602 - Independent Study in Oral Diagnosis, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and Oral Medicine Cr Hrs: 11 The course is designed to determine the competency level of the Faculty member in Oral Diagnosis. The candidate will demonstrate competence in oral diagnosis, treatment planning, exposure and interpretation of radiographs, and diagnosis and management of dental emergencies. Experience is obtained by treatment of patients in the Oral Diagnosis Clinic. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and as demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if competency has been demonstrated at the level of a graduating student doctor of the College of Dentistry. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical and Seminar Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Marjorie A Woods Instructor of Record, Spring: Marjorie A Woods
	FBID 604 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Cr Hrs: 6 The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. The candidate will demonstrate competence in the appropriate terminology and working concepts of the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical signs and symptoms, histology, radiographic appearance (if applicable), treatment, and prognosis of oral and maxillofacial lesions. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and as demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical and Seminar Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Kenneth M Anderson Instructor of Record, Spring: Kenneth M Anderson
Foreign trained - Endodontics
	FEND 602 - Independent Study in Endodontics Cr Hrs: 8 The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in endodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a dental graduate. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or specialty certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate endodontics program will be exempt from the course requirements. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical, lab-based, and Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Instructor of Record, Spring: Jeffrey G Phebus
Foreign trained - Oral and Maxiofacial Surgery
	FOMS 602 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Cr Hrs: 11 The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate oral and maxillofacial surgery program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Lawrence W Weeda Instructor of Record, Spring: Lawrence W Weeda
Foreign trained - Operative Dentistry
	FOPE 602 - Independent Study in Operative Dentistry Cr Hrs: 17 This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of operative dentistry. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar, lab-based and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Janet A Harrison Instructor of Record, Spring: Janet A Harrison
Foreign trained - Orthodontics
	FORT 602 - Independent Study in Orthodontics Cr Hrs: 4 The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Orthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate orthodontics program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar, lab-based and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Terry Martin Trojan Instructor of Record, Spring: Terry Martin Trojan
Foreign trained - Pediatric Dentistry
	FPDC 602 - Independent Study in Clinical Pediatric Dentistry Cr Hrs: 5 This course provides the individual with the clinical experience necessary to manage the diagnostic, prevention and treatment needs of the pediatric patient. Emphasis is given to detailed case workup, analysis of dental problems, provision of preventive services and comprehensive dental treatment, management of behavior, and evaluation of post-treatment results. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Pediatric Dentistry. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate pediatric dentistry program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar, lab-based and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Billy Westmoreland McCann Jr Instructor of Record, Spring: Billy Westmoreland McCann Jr
Foreign trained - Periodontology
	FPER 602 - Independent Study in Periodontology Cr Hrs: 0 or 13 This course provides the opportunity for an advanced placement student to demonstrate their clinical competency in the examination, diagnosis and treatment planning, periodontal instrumentation and disease control evaluation of chronic periodontitis patients. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Periodontology. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate periodontics program will be exempted from this course. Patient care. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Paul S Bland Instructor of Record, Spring: Paul S Bland
Foreign trained - Prosthodontics
	FPRO 602 - Independent Study in Removable Prosthodontics Dentistry Cr Hrs: 14 This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of removable complete and partial prosthodontics. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered along with the responsibilities of the dentist and laboratory technician. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Prosthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate prosthodontic program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar, lab-based and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Russell A Wicks Instructor of Record, Spring: Russell A Wicks
	FPRO 604 - Independent Study in Fixed Prosthodontics Dentistry Cr Hrs: 14 This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of fixed prosthodontics. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered along with the responsibilities of the dentist and laboratory technician. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Prosthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate prosthodontic program will be exempted from this course. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar, lab-based and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Michael A McBride Instructor of Record, Spring: Michael A McBride
General Practice
	GENP 230 - Basic Life Support (CPR) Cr Hrs: 1 (2-4-0) This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to certify the student in basic life support by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the student to continue clinical treatment of patients. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture and Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Morris L Robbins Jr Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Mary A Aubertin Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Paul S Bland Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Lloyd A George Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Janet A Harrison Instructor of Record, Spring: Morris L Robbins Jr
	GENP 307 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry Cr Hrs: 2 (65 contact hours over 2 terms) This course is a continuation of the application of the principles of dentistry, to be discussed in a clinical environment, prior to subsequent treatment of patients. The purpose of the course is to provide the student with necessary skills in the application of evidence-based dentistry to the treatment of their patients in a comprehensive care environment. For D-3 students Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: William Howard Noyes Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Patricia P Dingeldein Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Frank T Dalton Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Bernard J Blen Instructor of Record, Spring: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 308 - Dental Jurisprudence Cr Hrs: 1 (14-0-0) This course is a study of the laws pertaining to the practice of dentistry in Tennessee and elsewhere. The legal aspects of the doctor patient relationship, contracts, and practice agreements are emphasized. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Glenn T Hart
	GENP 330 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57) These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 334 - CPR Recertification Cr Hrs: 1 (4-0-0) This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to continue certification of the student in basic life support as required by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the student to continue treatment of patients. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Morris L Robbins Jr Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Mary A Aubertin Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Paul S Bland Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Lloyd A George Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Janet A Harrison Instructor of Record, Spring: Morris L Robbins Jr
	GENP 336 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57) (Cr hrs initially listed as 3 in error) These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 407 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry Cr Hrs: 2 (65 contact hours over 2 terms) This course is a continuation of the application of the principles of dentistry, to be discussed in a clinical environment, prior to subsequent treatment of patients. The purpose of the course is to provide the student with necessary skills in the application of evidence-based dentistry to the treatment of their patients in a comprehensive care environment. For D-4 students Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Seminar Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall through Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: William Howard Noyes Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Patricia P Dingeldein Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Frank T Dalton Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Bernard J Blen Instructor of Record, Spring: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 409 - Advanced Treatment Planning Cr Hrs: 1 (11-0-0) This course is designed to prepare the senior dental student for more difficult or complex patient treatment planning. A multidisciplinary group of Faculty will present complex treatment cases/treatment considerations in a seminar format designed to encourage student participation. Emphasis will be placed on appropriate treatment options and sequencing. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Lecture Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Paul N Gregory
	GENP 430 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57) These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: John Douglas Seeberg Instructor of Record, Spring: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 432 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice) Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57) This courses involves applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: John Douglas Seeberg
	GENP 434 - CPR Recertification II Cr Hrs: 1 (0-4-0) This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to continue certification of the student in basic life support as required by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the senior student to continue treatment of patients. Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Instructional Method: Clinical Location offered: Memphis Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Morris L Robbins Jr Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Mary A Aubertin Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Lloyd A George Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Paul S Bland Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Janet A Harrison
Graduate Dental Science
	PDSC 820 - Research Methods Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course is a hybrid course, combining both lecture and on-line material. The biostatistics portion of this course introduces students to widely used methods for analysis of experimental and observational data with orientation toward statistical inference from dental research. The research methods aspect of this course serves as an introduction to research, including methods for handling experimental data. Grade Mode: P/N Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Mark Scarbecz
	PDSC 821 - Dental Ethics Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) Sixteen online modules available through the American College of Dentists identified as particularly relevant to postgraduate dental education and the specialty practice of dentistry will constitute this course. Following completion of online activities, students review modules with individual Postgraduate Program Directors to explore and reinforce ties between ethics concepts learned and specific applications in dental specialty practice. Grade Mode: P/N Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: David Richard Cagna
	PDSC 822 - Oral Sciences I Cr Hrs: 1 (23-0) This course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge on the development, morphology, histology and function of basic tissue, dentofacial structures including the salivary glands, teeth, and the temporomandibular joint. The understanding of this science is essential because it lays the foundation for an insight into the form and structure of the human body in general and the orofacial and dental tissue in particular. This is an online course with topic handouts and faculty guidance provided online. Reference to the highly recommended reading list is encouraged and advised. Grade Mode: P/N Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Judith W McGuire
	PDSC 823 - Oral Sciences II Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This course is conducted by experts in the areas of biochemistry, microbiology, virology, inflammation and immunology, cell biology, and pediatric dentistry and oral biology. Included are lectures on classification, structure, and function of major periodontopathic bacteria, and virulence factors and pathogenesis of oral microbial diseases. Other microbiology topics include bacterial etiology of dental caries and the role of fluoride therapy, fungal diseases, herpes viruses, hepatitis, and HIV. Host defense topics include inflammation, basic principles of immunology, immunologic mechanisms and cytokines in periodontitis and pulpitis, and the clinical significance of immunologic and other research techniques. Additionally, information on the expanded knowledge of physiologic and biochemical principles involved in oral function are covered. Topics are selected to develop an appreciation of the oral cavity and its associated structures as an integral part of a larger functional unit. Lectures in oral biology provide an overview of the role of the extracellular matrix in maintenance of tissue function in health and in oral diseases; wound healing, tissue repair, joint destruction/ TMJ pathology and bone resorption; stem cells and oral tissue regeneration; mesenchymal stem cell therapy; mechanism of oral tissue infection; the role of saliva as a biologic fluid; pulp biology & pathology; pain management in dental practice; the biology of oral cancer progression and tumor markers. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Mustafa K Dabbous, David A Tipton Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Jegdish P Babu Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Edwin L Thomas Additional Instructor 3, Spring: James Patrick Ryan Additional Instructor 4, Spring: Lorraine Albritton
	PDSC 824 - Biomechanics & Biomaterials Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This graduate course is designed to teach dental residents basic biomechanical and biomaterial concepts needed to critically assess and integrate dental materials related literature into their clinical specialties. Metals, polymers, and ceramics are ubiquitous throughout the various dental disciplines. Providing a high quality of oral healthcare requires basic understanding of the physical response of these materials. To stay informed and exploit contemporary and emerging insights, dental professionals must stay current with the biomaterials literature. This course will help students gain experience in the critical reading and evaluation of the biomaterials research literature. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Antheunis Versluis Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Daranee Versluis Additional Instructor 2, Fall: James F Simon Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Franklin Garcia-Godoy Additional Instructor 4, Fall: James C Ragain Jr
	PDSC 825 - Clinical Head and Neck Anatomy Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This course presents a detailed study of anatomic structures fundamental to dental specialty training. Emphasis is placed on functional (rather than architectural) relationships as they relate to growth, development, and clinical treatment. Participants review standard texts of anatomy and radiology, and other professional literature, in order to support specialty-specific questions/topics. Instructor will guide discussion, add and source information, present clinical case(s), sample corollaries and questions. Groups, with representatives from each dental specialty, will present a topical overview followed by clinical correlates and imagery. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Judith W McGuire Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Werner Harumiti Shintaku
	PDSC 826 - Advanced Applied Pharmacology Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course is designed to teach dental postgraduate students how to integrate current knowledge of pharmacology into their clinical specialties (i.e., periodontics, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and orthodontics). A wide range of drug classifications pertinent to specialty-level dental therapy are addressed. Issues of age-related alterations in pharmacodynamics, the problems of poly-pharmacy, and important drug-drug interactions are illustrated and discussed. The course incorporates self-study through an online instructional instrument and correlative seminar sessions devoted to evidence-based literature reviews covering topics of particular interest to dental specialists. The course is limited to postgraduate dental students currently enrolled in dental residency programs. Participants are expected to already have a basic understanding of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Trevor W Sweatman
	PDSC 827 - Oral Diagnostics and Oral Medicine Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course covers basic concepts of the various oral diagnostic disciplines and adds current concepts of oral medicine and patient management of common oral and maxillofacial diseases. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Kenneth M Anderson Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Cesar A. Migliorati Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Werner Harumiti Shintaku
Graduate Endodontics
	PEND 800 - MDS (Endodontics) Research & Manuscript Cr Hrs: 1-4 This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. In this course, students will work on individual research projects under the supervision of an individual advisor experienced in research methodologies and scientific writing. Students will work on the inception, implementation, and submission for publication of a research project with an individual advisor. Student activities include library research, writing a literature review, developing a research protocol, hands-on research, gathering and analyzing data, interpreting experimental results, developing conclusions, and publishing outcomes. Submission for publication of the original research is required. May be repeated up to 24 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Research-based Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Instructor of Record, Spring: Melissa Andreia Marchesan Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Adam Lloyd
	PEND 810 - Classic Endodontic Literature Review Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0) This course consists of continuous weekly seminars devoted to review of endodontic and related literature and discussion of research methods. Selected articles in a particular topic are carefully reviewed and analyzed. The residents learn to critically read and evaluate the scientific evidence that supports endodontic principles and practice. May be repeated up to 24 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: David J Clement Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Adam Lloyd Instructor of Record, Spring: Adam Lloyd
	PEND 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Endodontic Journal Club Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course has a basic journal club format, and involves surveying major dental periodicals to identify important articles, reviewing those articles, and discussing each article in an open face to face format. Journal Club provides a mechanism for surveying dental periodicals with high impact factors to identify important articles, reviewing those articles, and discussing each article in an open seminar format. Contemporary Evidenced-Based Journal Club I will meet for 2 hours weekly. This schedule is necessary to stay abreast of the ever-expanding volume of endodontic literature. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Adam Lloyd Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David J Clement Instructor of Record, Spring: Melissa A. Marchesan
Graduate Orthodontics
	PORT 800 - MDS (Orthodontics) Research & Manuscript Cr Hrs: 1-9 This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs.Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulation established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Research-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Edward F Harris Instructor of Record, Spring: Edward F Harris
	PORT 810 - Classic Orthodontic Literature Seminar Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty and student evaluations of historically significant orthodontic literature. Key historical literature based on reading lists compiled by the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Board of Orthodontics and the faculty is presented in Lecture by the graduate students. The students are also exposed to the historical development of orthodontics, additional treatment philosophies by through guest speakers and relevant new developments in treatment. Students in the Advanced Orthodontic Program participate in this seminar each semester of their three-year residency. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Edward F Harris Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Holland Maness Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Terry Martin Trojan Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh Instructor of Record, Spring: Edward F Harris Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Holland Maness Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Terry Martin Trojan
	PORT 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Orthodontic Journal Club Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty and student evaluations of contemporary orthodontic literature. Current research articles in the key journals in orthodontics are reviewed as they are published. The assessment of current literature for its evidence-based value is critical. Journal Club provides a mechanism for surveying major orthodontic periodicals to identify important articles, reviewing those articles and discussing each article in an open seminar format. Students in the Advanced Orthodontic Program participate in this seminar each term of their three-year residency. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Nathan Reed Hamman Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Holland Maness Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Edward F Harris Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Terry Martin Trojan Instructor of Record, Spring: Nathan Reed Hamman Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Holland Maness Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Edward F Harris Additional Instructor 3, Spring: Terry Martin Trojan
	PORT 820 - Radiology and Cephalometrics Cr Hrs: 2 (16-16) The course provides a thorough understanding of craniofacial radiographic techniques with emphasis on cephalometric roentgenography. The course is designed to acquaint the student with the use of radiographs, radiation hygiene, radiographic evidence of pathology, and cephalometric techniques to assure proficiency in technical skills and in interpretation as needed for diagnostic procedures. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Prerequisites: Admission to either the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Holland Maness Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Terry Martin Trojan Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
	PORT 840 - Special Topics in Orthodontics Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) Directed readings or special course in topics of current interest. Student will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from student’s advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Research-based Prerequisites: Recommendation and approval of Program Director Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Terry Martin Trojan Instructor of Record, Spring: Terry Martin Trojan
	PORT 850 - Craniofacial Growth Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This course provides an overview of the events of human growth and the analytic approaches used to study growth, particularly from birth to adulthood. Discussions center around the nature of growth, mechanisms of growth, general body development, and genetic and environmental influences on growth. Emphasis is given to the head and neck region Topics in growth malformations and dysplasias are presented. The etiology, presentation, differential diagnosis, and orthodontic treatment of comparatively common pharyngeal arch syndromes and sequences are described, with extended discussion of cleft lip and palate. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry Program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Edward F Harris
	PORT 855 - TMD and Occlusal Concepts Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) Orthodontic treatment has many ramifications for the stomatognathic system. The temporomandibular joint depends on proper occlusion for health and function. This course requires the student to read the appropriate literature, understand the intricacies of the interrelationship of the occlusion and the TMJ, and apply these principles to the correction of orthodontic malocclusion. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based, Lab-based and clinical Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontic Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Joe L Wasson Instructor of Record, Spring: Joe L Wasson
	PORT 860 - Craniofacial Anomalies Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) The orthodontic graduate student must be trained to deal with and to competently treat patients who present with various skeletal and dental anomalies. This course’s purpose is to cover the literature on the various syndromes and developmental anomalies that affect the teeth and the face. With emphasis on the interdisciplinary care required during the treatment of such anomalies, visiting lecturers from across the spectrum of healthcare delivery address the class and explain the intricacies of dealing with these problems from the perspective of their respective specialty. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Clinical Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry Program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: William G Parris
	PORT 865 - Orthodontic History and Ethics Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This course is an introduction to the history of the development of the specialty of orthodontics, with an emphasis on the personalities involved in the development and evolution of the specialty. There are also ethical dilemmas in orthodontics that are discussed and studied. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: David H Crowder
	PORT 870 - Biomechanical Principles Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This course is a comprehensive survey of biomechanical principles utilizing Newtonian mechanics to describe the interplay between forces applied by fixed and removable orthodontic appliances and the resulting movement of teeth. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: David H Crowder
	PORT 875 - Scientific Writing and MDS Research Protocol Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) The theory and practice of writing a scientifically based manuscript are presented. The purpose, structure, and style of all the parts of a manuscript are described. The practical application of this series of lectures is the development of the student’s MDS manuscript. The theory and practice of preparing a sound protocol preparatory to MDS-level research is discussed in detail. Various research designs are discussed. Additionally, style and content of a grant proposal are reviewed. May be repeated up to 2 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Edward F Harris Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh Instructor of Record, Spring: Edward F Harris
	PORT 880 - Speech and Myofunctional Therapy Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) The objective of this course is to provide an understanding of speech development and production and diagnostics and therapeutic interventions for speech-related disorders, primarily in children. Attention will be directed toward detailed definition, description, evaluation, and treatment, providing an overall understanding of the profession and available services; thereby, enhancing the process of collaboration between the professions of dentistry, orthodontics and speech-language pathology. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate program Term offered: Not currenlty offered
	PORT 885 - Surgical Correction of Dentofacial Deformities Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of options available to patients who require surgical correction of significant dentofacial deformities. Attention will be directed towards the surgical diagnosis of such patients and review of the common surgical procedures required to treat these patients. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: Completion of the first year of the postgraduate Orthodontics Program Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: James Mintzer Christian Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Terry Martin Trojan
Graduate Periodontics
	PPER 800 - MDS (Periodontology) Research & Manuscript Cr Hrs: 1-9 This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs. Time commitment will average 4-hours per week during each semester of pursuit. Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulation established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lab-based Prerequisites: PPER 814 Research in Periodontal Pathobiology Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Sidney H Stein Instructor of Record, Spring: Sidney H Stein
	PPER 810 - Classic Periodontology Literature Review Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0) This seminar is conducted regularly throughout the first two years of the residency program under the direction of the postgraduate periodontics staff. The purpose of this seminar is exposure to classic and current concepts in various subject areas, as well as written and verbal evaluation of the literature reviewed. May be repeated up to 16 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Seminar-based Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Rania Livada Instructor of Record, Spring: Rania Livada
	PPER 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Periodontology Journal Club Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) This seminar is conducted regularly throughout the three year residency period. Major journals devoted to periodontics are reviewed selectively. Selected articles are also reviewed from other major journals. The purpose of this seminar is to provide experience in reading, abstracting and evaluating the most recently published ideas and concepts in the field of periodontics. May be repeated up to 8 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Seminar-based Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Martyn S Green Instructor of Record, Spring: Martyn S Green Instructor of Record, Summer: NWILSON4
	PPER 814 - Research in Periodontal Pathobiology Cr Hrs: 3 (32-16) This course will provide each resident with the opportunity to engage in periodontal research. It may include both clinical and laboratory research, with the emphasis in one or the other research areas. Each resident will be assigned a research mentor who is trained and experienced in research methodologies and writing of scientific papers. Instruction will be given by appropriate Faculty members on an individualized basis. Resident activities will include research of relevant literature, writing of appropriate literature reviews, hands on research, gathering and analysis of data, interpretation of results, drawing conclusions and writing papers appropriate for publication. The course will be integrated with the remainder of the curriculum throughout the 36 month duration of the program. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based, Seminar-based, and Lab-based Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Sidney H Stein
	PPER 815 - Orthodontics-Periodontics Seminar Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0) This seminar course is conducted by members of the Orthodontics and Periodontology faculties. Included are lectures on the interrelationships of orthodontic and periodontic approaches to common treatment situations. Emphasis is placed on the basic science mechanisms underlying periodontic and orthodontic therapies. Selected literature of common interest to the students of Orthodontics and Periodontics is reviewed. Graduate students present cases for diagnosis and treatment planning as well as cases treated in an interdisciplinary manner. The purpose of this seminar is to encourage greater interaction and understanding between orthodontist and periodontist, including the identification of patients to be treated jointly by graduate students in orthodontics and periodontics. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Lecture-based and Seminar-based Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
Graduate Prosthodontics
	PPRO 800 - MDS (Prosthodontics) Research & Manuscript Cr Hrs: 1-9 This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs. Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulation established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Lab-based Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow Instructor of Record, Spring: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
	PPRO 810 - Classic Prosthodontic Literature Review Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0) erature in various subject areas associated with prosthodontics and related sciences. Periodic and critical abstracting of this literature is accomplished by seminar attendees in order to maintain a database of condensed, topic-oriented summaries. Students in the Advanced Prosthodontic Program participate in this seminar each semester of their three-year residency. Twenty-four broad topics pertinent to prosthodontics are covered on a rotational basis over a three-year period. Eight topics are covered during each year of the students’ three-year residency program. Seminars are led by the Assistant Director of the Advanced Prosthodontic Program. Other members of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center faculty are invited to participate when their expertise on the seminar topic is considered beneficial to the learning experience. May be repeated up to 18 credit hours. Grade Mode: Standard Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow Additional Instructor 1, Fall: David Richard Cagna Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Gregory J Paprocki Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Russell A Wicks Instructor of Record, Spring: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow Additional Instructor 1, Spring: David Richard Cagna Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Gregory J Paprocki Additional Instructor 3, Spring: Russell A Wicks
	PPRO 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Prosthodontics Journal Club Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0) Ongoing review of current, pertinent, professional literature is fundamental to the successful practice of prosthodontics. For postdoctoral students, knowledge of current professional literature is essential to developing theoretical and practical patient management skills. The assessment of current literature for its evidence-based value is critical. Journal Club provides a mechanism for surveying major dental periodicals to identify important articles, reviewing those articles, and discussing each article in an open seminar format. Twice weekly, one-hour seminars are conducted throughout the three-year program. This schedule is necessary to stay abreast of the ever-expanding volume of prosthodontic literature. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours. Grade Mode: P/N Instructional Method: Seminar-based Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program Term offered: Fall, Spring Instructor of Record, Fall: David Richard Cagna Additional Instructor 1, Fall: Gregory J Paprocki Additional Instructor 2, Fall: Russell A Wicks Additional Instructor 3, Fall: Tom V. Korioth Additional Instructor 4, Fall: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow Instructor of Record, Spring: David Richard Cagna Additional Instructor 1, Spring: Gregory J Paprocki Additional Instructor 2, Spring: Russell A Wicks Additional Instructor 3, Spring: Tom V. Korioth Additional Instructor 4, Spring: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
Health Informatics and Information Management
	HIM 511 - Health Information Science I Cr Hrs: 3 Introduction to the field of health information management, including history of patient records, and functions of a health information/medical record department. In-depth study of components, development and use of the record and flow of patient information through the facility; design of forms and computer views; Survey of related systems for other health facilities included. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Rebecca B Reynolds
	HIM 513 - Organization and Administration I Cr Hrs: 3 Application of principles of organization, administration, supervision, and human relations to the health information/medical record department. Includes utilization of financial and physical resources, financial management of health care facilities, development of systems, procedures, services, and equipment; controlling quality of departmental functions, and professional ethics. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Marcia Y Sharp
	HIM 515 - Directed Experience I Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-40 clinic) Clinical rotation and simulation course. Directed practical experience in information management procedures, management of personnel, and interdepartmental relationships in health care facilities. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Instructional Method: Clinic-based Prerequisites: Prerequisite or co-requisite courses: HIM 511 Health Information Science I , and HIM 513 Organization and Administration I . Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Instructor of Record, Fall: Rebecca B Reynolds Instructor of Record, Spring: Rebecca B Reynolds
	HIM 521 - Health Information Science II Cr Hrs: 3 Principles of coding and classification with in-depth coverage of the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification, 10th Edition (ICD-10-CM/PCS) and Current Procedural Terminology/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (CPT/HCPCS). Coverage is also included on encoders, ethical coding, and managing the coding function. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: HIM 511 Health Information Science I , and HIM 550 Clinical Foundations of Health Information Management Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Elizabeth Davis Bowman
	HIM 523 - Organization and Administration II Cr Hrs: 3 Includes an in-depth study of quality and performance improvement methodologies both in clinical and administrative settings. Includes use of clinical information in quality, utilization management, case management, risk management, and peer review activities. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Prerequisites: HIM 511 Health Information Science I Term offered: Spring Instructor of Record, Spring: Stacy Jowers Dorris
	HIM 525 - Directed Experience II Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-40 clinic) This course provides the students with an opportunity to complete management projects in local health facilities, and to gain knowledge of alternative health care facilities through rotations and assignments. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Instructional Method: Clinic-based Prerequisites: HIM 515 Directed Experience I and HIM 521 Health Information Science II Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Instructor of Record, Fall: Rebecca B Reynolds Instructor of Record, Spring: Rebecca B Reynolds
	HIM 535 - Directed Experience III Cr Hrs: 2 Directed practice experience in information management procedures, management of personnel, and interdepartmental relationships in health care facilities. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Instructional Method: Clinic-based Prerequisites: HIM 521 Health Information Science II , HIM 523 Organization and Administration II , HIM 511 Health Information Science I , HIM 515 Directed Experience I and HIM 525 Directed Experience II . Term offered: Offered as needed Instructor of Record, Fall: Rebecca B Reynolds Instructor of Record, Spring: Rebecca B Reynolds
	HIM 537 - Management Affiliation Cr Hrs: 3 (0-0-160 clinic) The management affiliation is the capstone course in the preparation of a competent entry-level health information administrator. The purpose of the management affiliation is to provide a structured field work experience in health informatics and information management. Students complete an on-site management assignment as an intern in a healthcare facility. Student will gain experience in activities and responsibilities of department directors and other HIIM roles. This experience allows the student to synthesize all that has been learned in the professional curriculum and serves to integrate the knowledge, behaviors, and professional attributes acquired throughout the curriculum and to refine the skills needed for successful HIIM practice. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Instructional Method: Clinic-based Prerequisites: All of the required HIM 500 level courses. Co-requisites: All of the required HIM 500 level courses. Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer Instructor of Record, Fall: Rebecca B Reynolds Instructor of Record, Spring: Rebecca B Reynolds
	HIM 541 - Health Information Technology and Systems Cr Hrs: 3 A review of information systems, the evolution and implementation of the electronic health record, including the necessary supporting information and technology infrastructure; and the application of new techniques to the handling of information in patient care situations. Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25 Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture-based Term offered: Fall Instructor of Record, Fall: Seth Micah Johnson

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ELEC 507 - Table Clinics

ELEC 508 - Oral Surgery Externship

ELEC 510 - Forensic Dentistry

ELEC 511 - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

ELEC 513 - Advanced Pediatric Dentistry

ELEC 514 - Research Methods in Periodontal Pathobiology

ELEC 515 - Elective Periodontal Surgery

ELEC 519 - Comprehensive Implant Dentistry

ELEC 523 - Clinical Oral Pathology

ELEC 524 - Project Smile

ELEC 526 - Advanced Prosthodontics Elective

ELEC 528 - Research in Oral Biology

ELEC 529 - Advanced Clinical Orthodontics

ELEC 530 - Physical Examination of the Hospital Patient

ELEC 531 - Elective Laser Course

ELEC 552 - Biochemical Research Techniques

ELEC 553 - Microbiology Research

ELEC 554 - Special Topics in Clinical Dentistry

ELEC 555 - Special Topics in Clinical Dental Hygiene

ENDO 201 - Essential Endodontics I (Lecture)

ENDO 202 - Essential Endodontics I (Lab)

ENDO 203 - Essential Endodontics II (Lecture)

ENDO 204 - Essential Endodontics II (Lab)

ENDO 301 - Clinical Endodontics

ENDO 302 - Endodontics Clinic

ENDO 401 - Advanced Endodontics

ENDO 402 - Endodontics Clinic

BION 712 - Principles of Epidemiology

FME1 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine

FME2 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine

FME3 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine

FNP 800 - Advanced Family Nursing I

FNP 801 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice I

FNP 802 - Advanced Family Nursing II

FNP 803 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice II

FNP 804 - Advanced Practice Practicum

FNP 806 - Integrated Behavioral Health Care

FNP 807 - Management of Complex Health Problems

FBID 602 - Independent Study in Oral Diagnosis, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and Oral Medicine

FBID 604 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

FEND 602 - Independent Study in Endodontics

FOMS 602 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

FOPE 602 - Independent Study in Operative Dentistry

FORT 602 - Independent Study in Orthodontics

FPDC 602 - Independent Study in Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

FPER 602 - Independent Study in Periodontology

FPRO 602 - Independent Study in Removable Prosthodontics Dentistry

FPRO 604 - Independent Study in Fixed Prosthodontics Dentistry

GENP 230 - Basic Life Support (CPR)

GENP 307 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry

GENP 308 - Dental Jurisprudence

GENP 330 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice)

GENP 334 - CPR Recertification

GENP 336 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice)

GENP 407 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry

GENP 409 - Advanced Treatment Planning

GENP 430 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice)

GENP 432 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice)

GENP 434 - CPR Recertification II

PDSC 820 - Research Methods

PDSC 821 - Dental Ethics

PDSC 822 - Oral Sciences I

PDSC 823 - Oral Sciences II

PDSC 824 - Biomechanics & Biomaterials

PDSC 825 - Clinical Head and Neck Anatomy

PDSC 826 - Advanced Applied Pharmacology

PDSC 827 - Oral Diagnostics and Oral Medicine

PEND 800 - MDS (Endodontics) Research & Manuscript

PEND 810 - Classic Endodontic Literature Review

PEND 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Endodontic Journal Club

PORT 800 - MDS (Orthodontics) Research & Manuscript

PORT 810 - Classic Orthodontic Literature Seminar

PORT 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Orthodontic Journal Club

PORT 820 - Radiology and Cephalometrics

PORT 840 - Special Topics in Orthodontics

PORT 850 - Craniofacial Growth

PORT 855 - TMD and Occlusal Concepts

PORT 860 - Craniofacial Anomalies

PORT 865 - Orthodontic History and Ethics