Anatomy: Course Descriptions

ANA 451 Medical Histology
The microscopic anatomy of cells, tissues, and organ systems of the human body is studied through laboratories, lectures, and self-instructional material. Fine structural specializations relating to tissue function are emphasized along with the histological architecture that characterizes each. FA [3-4-5] [84 hours]

ANA 462 Introduction to Neurobiology
The development, morphology, and functional significance of the human nervous system are presented in lecture and by demonstrations. Fixed human brain preparations and series of neurological slides are used as visual aid materials. Prerequisite: courses in human biology or anatomy and physiology or comparative anatomy, and permission of instructor. [4]

ANA 471 Medical Human Anatomy I
The structure and function of the human body are examined topographically through laboratory dissection, lectures, and preceptorials. Laboratory dissection is conducted regionally, encompassing the thorax, abdomen, pelvis, perineum, head and neck, back, and extremities. Radiological anatomy, living anatomy, and clinical correlations are emphasized. The course also provides a survey of embryology and organ-system development. FA [3-5-6] [98 hours]

ANA 472 Medical Human Anatomy II
Continuation of ANA 471. Embryology is introduced where pertinent. WI [3-5-6] [72 hours]

ANA 505 Embryology
This course focuses on human embryonic and fetal development. Selected readings in developmental biology and genetics will be assigned for discussion purposes. WI [4-0-4]

ANA 511 Graduate Histology
See Histology (ANA 451). This course designation for graduate students includes additional discussion, microscopic slide work, and exam components adapted for graduate study. FA [4-5-7]

ANA 512 Graduate Neurobiology
See Medical Neurobiology (NEU 451). This course designation for graduate students includes discussion and additional readings for graduate students, and exam components adapted for graduate study. [7-3-9]

ANA 513 Graduate Human Anatomy I
See Human Anatomy I (ANA 471). This course designation for graduate students includes additional discussion, dissection, and exam components adapted for graduate study. FA [3-7-8]

ANA 514 Graduate Human Anatomy II
See Human Anatomy II (ANA 472). This course designation for graduate students includes additional discussion, dissection, and exam components adapted for graduate study. WI [3-7-8]

ANA 560 Special Topics in Histology
Introduction to histologic methods and a survey of histology and cell biology of selected organ systems tailored to students' interests. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. [v-v-v]

ANA 581 Research Methods in Anatomy
Discussion, demonstrations, and directed laboratory work provide exposure to general histological techniques as well as introduction to selected methods adopted by the student's research advisor. Consult program director.
[2-4-4]

ANA 589 Proseminar in Skeletal Biology
Proseminars offered on topics of skeletal biology by faculty or visiting faculty. Provide knowledge on background of the following topics in skeletal biology; molecular biology, cell biology, biomechanics, biomaterials, and diseases in musculoskeletal tissue. P/N grading. [1]

ANA 590 Special Topics in Anatomy
Exploration of literature dealing with cell and molecular mechanisms and topics related to ongoing research in the department. A paper is generally required that can serve as the basis for background literature review for development of thesis/dissertation documents. Consult program director. [v-v-v]

ANA 591 Teaching Assistantship
Provides a directed experience in instruction and presentation techniques. Prerequisite: Consult program director. [1-4-3]

ANA 595 Journal Club
[v-0-v]

ANA 598 Master's Thesis Research
Laboratory research project and preparation of the
master's thesis. A letter grade is provided for this course. [v]

ANA 600 Thesis/Dissertation Supervision
Supervision while student is writing the master's thesis or doctoral dissertation following all required course work. Repeated until thesis/dissertation has been accepted for presentation/defense. Student pays enrollment fee. No credit.

ANA 601 Surgical Anatomy
A short-term laboratory program for medical students of regional dissections, demonstrations, or special dissections oriented to clinical and surgical aspects of anatomy. Prerequisite: ANA 471-2 or equivalent and permission of instructor. [0-v-v]

ANA 602 Advanced Anatomy
An independent laboratory-based microscopic or dissection opportunity for graduate students. Prerequisites: ANA 501, or 503, 504, or equivalent, and permission of program director. [0-v-v]

ANA 603 Advanced Histology/Cell Biology
A short-term practicum for medical students on selected organ systems. Prerequisite: ANA 451 or equivalent.
[0-v-v]

ANA 699 Research
Research devoted to the preparation of a dissertation in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the degree program. Prerequisite: permission of program director. This is a pass/no pass course. FA WI SP SU [0-v-v]

ANA 900 Independent Study
[v]