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Fall 2015 Graduate School Course Offerings Degree and Non-Degree Students Ph.D. in Biomedical Science Ph.D. in Public Health Graduate Program in Public Health Master of Dental Science Master’s in Clinical and Translational Research Combined Degree Programs
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GRADUATE SCHOOL CALENDAR …………………………..……………….............. 3
DEGREE STUDENTS:
Registration Details ……………………………………...……...…………………………...… 4-5
Tuition and Payment Details…………………………............................................................. 6
Enrollment Schedule for M.D/Ph.D. Students………………………….............................. 7
Enrollment Schedule for D.M.D/Ph.D. Students…………………………......................... 8
Ph.D. Biomedical Sciences - Daily Schedule………………………………...……............. 9
Ph.D. Biomedical Sciences Course Listing and Descriptions………............................... 10-15
Doctoral Research, Dissertation Prep, and Continuous Registration………………… 16
Master of Clinical and Translational Research Course Listing and Descriptions ………… 17
Master of Dental Science - Daily Schedule………………………….................................. 18
Master of Dental Science Course Listing and Descriptions………................................. 19-21
Master of Public Health Course Listing and Descriptions……….................................... 22-29
Masters Research, Thesis Prep, and Continuous Registration………………………… 29-30
NON-DEGREE STUDENTS:
Registration Details………………………….............................................................................. 31
Fees and Payment Details..…..................................................................................................... 32
Non- Degree Registration Form…………………………....................................................... 33
Course offerings, financial charges and refunds are subject to change without notice.
2FALL 2015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Mon Mar 30 Registration for MPH, PhD & MSDS degree students begins
Mon Apr 06 Registration for non-degree MPH students begins
Mon Aug 31 Official start of Fall semester and Ph.D. Fall Lab Rotations
Mon Sept 07 Labor Day-No Classes
Mon Sept 14 Last day to:
Register without penalty [including Continuous Registration]
Last day to drop a course without a “W” (withdrawal)
Last day to add a course without permission of the UConn Health
Graduate School Associate Dean
PeopleSoft registration closes
Mon Nov 02 Last day for graduate students to drop a course without major
advisors written recommendation & special permission from
Associate Dean of the Graduate School
Fri Nov 20 Last day to announce an oral defense of a
doctoral dissertation for conferral of a Fall 2015 degree
Th.-Fri Nov 26-27 Thanksgiving Break
Fri Dec 04 Last day to defend a master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation
for conferral of a Fall 2015 degree
Fri Dec 11 Last day of Fall semester classes
Fri Dec 18 Last day to submit thesis and dissertation final copies to
Digital Commons and related paperwork to
the Graduate School for conferral of a Fall 2015 degree
Sun Dec 20 Conferral date for Fall 2015 degrees
Wed Dec 23 Grade Deadline (after this date, grades are due 72 hours after final class)
Summer 2015 degree conferral: Mon. August 24
Mon July 27 The last day to announce an oral defense of a doctoral dissertation for
conferral of a Summer 2015 degree
Mon Aug 10 The last day for public defense of a doctoral dissertation for
conferral of a Summer 2015 degree
Fri Aug 21 The last day for degree candidates to submit thesis and dissertation final
copies to Digital Commons and related paperwork to the Graduate School(Storrs)
3REGISTRATION FOR DEGREE STUDENTS:
A) Log-In/Registration Instructions:
1. Go to PeopleSoft: WWW.STUDENTADMIN.UCONN.EDU
2. Enter Net ID
3. Enter Password
After you sign in, navigate as follows:
1. Self Service
2. Enrollment
3. Enrollment: Add Classes
4. Click Applicable Term (Fall 2015)
5. Enter Class Number (4 Or 5 Digit Number Which Can Be Found In Course Catalog)
6. Click Continue To Step 2
7. Click Continue To Step 3 – Finish Enrolling
B) Class Search: the feature to search for course information is available in PeopleSoft. All
courses labeled GRAD are listed under the STORRS campus. All other courses (MEDS,
DENT, CLTR or PUBH) are listed under the UConn Health Center campus in the drop down
menu.
C) Consent: certain courses require the consent of the instructor, and Independent Study and
Lab Rotations require the filing of the forms below:
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_indstudy.pdf, or
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_labrotation.pdf
Completed forms are submitted to the Registrar’s Office, AM039 for processing.
D) Continuous Registration:
ALL STUDENTS MUST REGISTER EACH SEMESTER TO MAINTAIN AN ACTIVE STUDENT
STATUS. If you are NOT taking a course, you need to register for Continuous Registration, which is non-credit
bearing but retains your status as an active student. The deadline for all registration including continuous registration
is Monday, September 14, 2015.
Students self-register for continuous registration based upon the appropriate option as described below:
Master’s students: Grad 5998 Special Readings (for “Plan B” non-thesis students)
Grad 5999 Thesis/Dissertation Preparation (Plan A on file)
Ph.D. students: Grad 6998 Special Readings (Doctoral): Doctoral students not yet engaged
in dissertation research (not grad assistants) or writing; prior to
passing the General Exam.
Grad 6999 Thesis/Dissertation Preparation: Thesis/Dissertation Preparation after
passing the General Exam.
** When searching for CONTINOUS REGISTRATION select the STORRS CAMPUS. **
4E) General Registration Information
1. Course registration and fee payment must be completed by the end of the first day of classes.
2. Open/self-enrollment runs through the tenth day of the Fall and Spring semesters. Please refer to the
Graduate School Academic Calendar, pg. 2 of this publication, for specific dates.
3. After the tenth day of class, all enrollment adjustments require the student to complete a Schedule
Revision Request form and return to the UConn Health Registrar’s Office for processing.
Adding a Course: After the beginning of a semester, adding a course is at the instructor’s discretion. After
the fourth week of the semester, permission of the Associate Dean for the Graduate School is also required.
Dropping a Course: Any course dropped after the tenth day will be reflected on a student’s transcript with a
“W” grade for “withdrawal”. Dropping a class after the ninth week (November 02), requires written consent
of both the advisor and the Associate Dean. Cancellation of course registration will not automatically drop a
course from a plan of study.
5) Auditing a Course: A student may be permitted to register to audit a course under the following
conditions:
An audit card is obtained, completed, and submitted to the Registrar’s Office, AM039.
Regular fees for courses are paid (no fees for degree students registered for 9 or more credits)
Courses audited will appear on the permanent record. The privileges of an auditor are limited. The auditor is
not eligible to receive grades on any part of the course.
F) General Billing Information
1) Payment is due by the first day of the semester. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve a student of
responsibility for payment of fees by the specified due date. A student who fails to make payment on time of any
outstanding bill may be barred from all privileges. Additionally, any pending University of Connecticut
employment authorization may not receive approval or may be subject to cancellation. For registration completed
after the first day of the semester, payment is due at the time of registration.
2) Refund Policy: Prior to the first day of the semester, a signed schedule revision card dropping ALL courses for
which the student is registered must be filed with the Registrar’s Office in order to be eligible for a full
refund/cancellation of charges (less non-refundable fees). **No Refunds Will Be Issued For Dropping Any
Class While Enrolled In Other Classes** Once classes begin, the refund is prorated; please refer to the
University of Connecticut refund policy located at http://www.bursar.uconn.edu/cancel_policy_g.html
3) Tuition Deferment: Students awarded financial aid may defer their tuition payments while awaiting the
disbursement of their financial aid funds. A promissory note must be signed before the first day of the semester to
enact this deferment.
5TUITION & FEES 2015-2016
*Please refer to the Graduate School Bursar’s website(http://bursar.uconn.edu/)
for information on the fee schedule for Academic Year 2015-2016
*In State(per Session)
Matriculation Infrastructure
Credits Tuition Fee Activity fee Fee Total
0 $ 42.00 $ 59.00 $ 101.00
1 $ 724.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 841.00
2 $ 1,448.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 1,565.00
3 $ 2,172.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 2,289.00
4 $ 2896.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 3,013.00
5 $ 3,620.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 3,795.00
6 $ 4,344.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 4,519.00
7 $ 5,068.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 5,243.00
8 $ 5,792.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 5,967.00
9+ $ 6,513.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 234.00 $ 6,805.00
*Out of State(per session)
Matriculation Infrastructure
Credits Tuition fee Activity fee Fee Total
0 $ 42.00 $ 59.00 $ 101.00
1 $ 1,879.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 1,996.00
2 $ 3,758.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 3,875.00
3 $ 5,637.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 5,754.00
4 $ 7,516.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 59.00 $ 7,633.00
5 $ 9,395.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 9,570.00
6 $ 11,274.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 11,449.00
7 $ 13,153.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 13,328.00
8 $ 15,032.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 117.00 $ 15,207.00
9+ $ 16,906.00 $ 42.00 $ 16.00 $ 234.00 $ 17,198.00
Continuous Registration for students who are not Graduate Assistants is $101.00. For questions related to billing
contact the UConn Health Graduate School Bursar’s Office at (860) 679-1632.
Escrow Account: For students who are registering as a degree student for the first time, there is an additional
one- time charge of $50 for the establishment of an escrow account. This deposit, minus any fines or deductions,
is refunded by the bursar’s office upon completion of the degree or notification of withdrawal. For graduate
assistants who are receiving a fellowship, this fee is not covered by the fellowship and is the responsibility of the
student.
3rd Party Payment: If fees are to be paid by a third party, a letter from the agency or organization providing the
funds must be submitted to the Graduate Bursar’s Office, 860-679-1632.
On-Line Payment Procedures: Credit Card or E-Check (credit card payments must be made on-line)
Please follow the directions below to make payment on-line:
Log onto PeopleSoft www.studentadmin.uconn.edu
Enter your user id and password
Click on: Self Service Student Center Make a Payment
Once payment is completed you may view &/or print a receipt
6Graduate School Enrollment Schedule for MD/Ph.D. Students
During Years 1-4 in Medical School
*Medical School courses are open to qualified graduate students only*
First Year Medical Students Required Enrollment in the Graduate School
MEDS 5309-F40 (class#13703) Molecular Basis of Disease 2 credits
MEDS 6404-F40 (class#13704) Correlated Medical Problem Solving Part A 2 credits
MEDS 6406-F40 (class# 13705) Human Development and Health 1 credit
MEDS 6456-F40 (class# 13709) Human Systems Part A 6 credits
Second Year Medical Students Required Enrollment in the Graduate School
MEDS 6406-F40 (class#13705) Human Development and Health 1 credit
MEDS 6407-F40 class# (13706) Mechanisms of Disease: Part A 4 credits
MEDS 6414-F40 (class#13710) Adv. Correlated Med Prob Solving Part A 2 credits
Third Year Medical Students Required Enrollment in the Graduate School
MEDS 6411-F40 (class#13707) Clinical Practicum 12 credits
Fourth Year Medical Students Required Enrollment in the Graduate School
MEDS 6412-F40 (class#13708) Adv. Clinical Practicum 11 credits
7Enrollment Schedule for D.M.D./Ph.D. Students- Fall 2015
D1 and D2 Students:
Combined D.M.D. / Ph.D. students entering in the Fall of 2015 will be registered full-time in the School of
Dental Medicine. They are required to maintain their status in the Graduate School by registering for
Continuous Registration, GRAD 6998. Students have the option of registering for courses for formal credits but
are not required to do so. Please contact Dr. Mina Mina for course registration.
D1 Students Course: GRAD 6998-001 - Continuous Registration
Dental School (class# 3893)
D2 Students Course: GRAD 6998-001 - Continuous Registration
Dental School (class# 3893)
Third Year:
Ph.D. Program Studies
Fourth Year:
Ph.D. Program Studies
Fifth Year:
Ph.D. Program Studies
D3 Students Course: GRAD 6999-001 - Continuous Registration
Clinical Training (class# 3894)
D4 Students Course: GRAD 6999-001 - Continuous Registration
Clinical Training (class# 3894)
8Biomedical Science Ph.D - Daily Schedule –Fall 2015
MONDAY
9:00---10:30am MEDS 6448 F40 Foundations of Biomedical Science I
12:00 – 1:00pm MEDS 6497 F40 MB and B Journal Club
12:00 – 1:00pm MEDS 6497 F41 Cell Biology Journal Club
12:00 – 1:00pm MEDS 5323 F40 Genetics and Developmental Biology Journal Club
1:15 – 2:45pm MEDS 5341 F40 Molecular Neurobiology of Excitable Membranes
1:30----2:30pm MEDS 6447 F40 Tool Kit for Scientific Communication (cancelled)
3:00----5:00pm MEDS 5418 F40 Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology
3:00 –- 5:00pm MEDS 5309 F40 Molecular Basis of Disease
TUESDAY
9:00 –-10:30am MEDS 5329 F40 Immunobiology I (Sept – Oct)
9:00---10:30am MEDS 5330 F40 Immunobiology II ((Oct – Dec)
9:30 – 11:30am MEDS 5372 F40 Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
11:00-12:00pm MEDS 6445 F40 Skeletal Biology
1:30--- 2:30pm MEDS 5351 F40 Biochemistry II
2:30 – 4:30pm MEDS 5335 F40 Advanced Molecular and Cellular Immunology
4:00 – 7:00pm CLTR 5359 F40 Principles of Clinical and Translational Research III
5:00 – 8:00pm MEDS/BME 6450 F40 Optical Microscopy & Bio-imaging
WEDNESDAY
9:00--- 10:30am MEDS 6448 F40 Foundations of Biomedical Science I
12:00 – 1:00pm MEDS 6497 F44 Neuroscience Journal Club
12:00 – 1:30pm MEDS 6497 F43 Immunology Journal Club
1:15 – 2:45pm MEDS 5341 F40 Molecular Neurobiology of Excitable Membranes
3:00----5:00pm MEDS 5418 F40 Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology
4:00----7:00pm MEDS 6455 F40 Introduction to Systems Biology
4:00----7:00pm BME 6086 F40 Introduction to Systems Biology
4:00 –- 7:00pm CLTR 5357 F40 Principles of Clinical and Translational Research I
THURSDAY
9:00 – 10:30am MEDS 5329 F40 Immunobiolgy I (Sept – Oct)
9:00 – 10:30am MEDS 5330 F40 Immunobiology II (Oct – Dec)
9:30 – 10:30am MEDS 5372 F40 Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
11:00-12:00pm MEDS 6445 F40 Skeletal Biology
1:30 --- 2:30pm MEDS 5351 F40 Biochemistry II
2:30 –- 4:30pm MEDS 5335 F40 Advanced Molecular and Cellular Immunology
3:00----5:00pm CLTR 5000 F40 Graduate Seminar in Clinical and Translational Res.
3:00----5:00pm MEDS 5384 F40 Brain Microcircuits
3:00----5:00pm BME 6086 F40 Brain Microcircuits
3:00----5:00pm MEDS 5378 F40 Computational Neuroscience
FRIDAY
9:00--10:30am MEDS 6448 F40 Foundations of Biomedical Science I
12:00--1:00pm MEDS 6497 F42 Skeletal, Craniofacial & Oral Biology Journal Club
12:00--1:00pm MEDS 6497 F45 Cell Analysis & Modeling Journal Club
9Biomedical Science Ph.D. Courses: Fall 2015
MEDS 5309-F40 Molecular Basis of Disease (2cr.)
(Class#13703)
The Molecular Basis of Disease is designed for first year MD/PhD students and first and second year PhD students. There are no
formal requirements. This course investigates the molecular basis of a broad range of human diseases, starting with fundamental
biological concepts and covering current controversies in disease mechanisms. The format is lecture, discussion, and group
debate. The final exam is a news and views topic paper on one of the diseases covered in the course.
Instructor: K. Dodge-Kafka 860-679-2452 dodge@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/31/15-12/07/15
Day/Time: Mondays 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Location: E-2036
MEDS 5323-F40 Genetics and Developmental Biology Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13711)
Reading and discussion of current research in the field of developmental biology with emphasis on molecular aspects. Periodic
presentation of research papers and active discussion will be expected of all participants.
Instructor: W. Mohler 860-679-1833 wmohler@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/31/15-12/07/14
Day & Time: Mondays, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Location: R 1401(400 Farmington Ave)
MEDS 5329-F40 Immunobiology I (2cr.)
(Class#13712)
An overview of basic concepts in immunology including the development and function of cells that comprise both the innate and
adaptive arms of the immune system.. Followed by MEDS 5330-F40. Students must register for each course separately.
Instructor: L. Cauley 860-679-3866 lcauley@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/01/15-10/22/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: EG052
MEDS 5330-F40 Immunobiology II (2cr.)
(Class#13713)
This course is a continuation of MEDS 5329. Material covered will include immune responses to tumors, infectious disease, organ
transplants and vaccination, as well as the underlying mechanisms of hypersensitivity and autoimmunity.
Prerequisite: MEDS 5329-F40 or equivalent
Instructor: L. Cauley 860-679-3866 lcauley@uchc.edu
Dates: 10/27/15 12/17/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:00--10:30a.m.
Thursdays, 9:00--10:30a.m.
Location: EG052
MEDS 5335-F40 Advanced Molecular and Cellular Immunology (4cr.)
(Class#13714)
Advanced publications from peer reviewed journals will be used for in-depth group discussion of a diverse range of topics within the
field of Immunology. Emphasis will include relevance to human health and translational science.
Students should have completed Immunobiology I and Immunobiology II before taking this course. These requirements may
be waived by the course director on a case-by-case basis.
Students are requested to notify the director when they register for the course (kkhanna@uchc.edu)
10Instructor: K. Khanna 860-679-4610 kkhanna@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/03/15-12/15/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 2:30- 4:30p.m.
Thursdays, 2:30- 4:30p.m.
Location: L-3094
MEDS 5341-F40 Molecular Neurobiology of Excitable Membranes (3 cr.)
(Class#13715)
Ion channels play central roles in many cellular activities, including membrane excitability and synaptic transmission. The purpose of
this course is to provide students with an opportunity to learn about the structure, function, and biophysical properties of all major
classes of ion channels, including potassium channels, sodium channels, calcium channels, chloride channels, TRP (transient receptor
potential) channels , and ligand-gated channels (e. g. acetylcholine receptors). Reference for this course will include the book Ion
Channels of Excitable Membranes by Bertil Hille (Third edition), review articles on specific topics, and high-impact research articles.
Grades will be based on participation in the class discussion as well as a presentation at the end of the semester. Postdoctoral fellows
and upper level graduate students are welcome to audit this course and participate fully in the discussions.
Faculty teaching this course (based on last year): Srdjan Antic, Duck O. Kim, Eric S. Levine, Leslie M. Loew, Richard Mains,
Douglas L. Oliver, Boris Slepchenko,, Zhao-Wen Wang, Lixia Yue
Please contact Dr. Zhao-Wen Wang (zwwang@uchc.edu) if you need further information.
Instructor: Z. Wang 860-679-7659 zwwang@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/02/15-12/16/15
Day/Time: Mondays, 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.
Wednesdays 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.
Location: E-4036
MEDS 5351-F40 Biochemistry II (Biophysical Methods) (3cr)
(Class#13716)
Modern biochemistry utilizes a wide range of powerful and sophisticated instrumentation to analyze the properties and interactions of
biological molecules in vitro and in vivo. Biochemistry II is a 3-credit course that revisits fundamental aspects of biochemistry from
the perspective of modern methodological approaches. The course meets twice a week. There will be a weekly homework set
consisting of specific data to analyze or interpret that will be due before the following week.
.
Instructor: J. Hoch 860-679-3566 Hoch@Uchc.edu
Dates: 09/01/15-12/11/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 1:30- 2:30p.m.
Thursdays, 1:30-2:30p.m.
Location: L-2009
MEDS 5372-F40 Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience (3cr)
(Class#13717)
This one-semester course is organized in the form of (1) seminars, (2) paper discussions, and (3) laboratory exercises using computer
simulations. The first part (Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience) provides an introduction to basic concepts in the study of
neurophysiology and molecular neurobiology, such as neurotransmitter synthesis and release, electrical and calcium signaling, cellular
basis of memory formation and neurological disease. The second part (Developmental Neurobiology) investigates the principles and
mechanisms that guide the formation of the nervous system from stem cells to the complex multicellular arrays needed for function.
Topics include neural induction and directed migration; genetic and molecular regulation of lineage decisions leading to neurons or
glia, etc. MEDS 5372 Course is an excellent addition to the strong stem-cell research effort at the University of Connecticut, focused
on cell replacement therapies for severe neurological diseases. Prerequisite: College-level biology
Instructor: R. Mohan 860-679-2020 Mohan@uchc.edu
R. Bansal 860-679-1133 bansal@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/01/15-12/10/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: E-4036
MEDS 5378-F40 Computational Neuroscience (3cr.)
(Class#13718)
Students will study the function of single neurons and neural systems by the use of simulations on a computer. The course will
combine lectures and classroom discussions with conducting computer simulations. This course is intended for graduate students and
11senior undergraduate students, and is a part of: Neuroscience Program, UConn Health, and Biomedical Engineering Program,
University of Connecticut. Permission of instructor required.
Instructor: D. Kim 860-679-3690 kim@uchc.edu
Dates: 9/03/15-12/10/15
Day & Time: Thursdays, 3:00-5:00p.m.
Location: E-4036
MEDS 5384-F40 (2cr) & BME 6086-002(3cr) Brain Microcircuits
(Class#13719)
Brain Microcircuits is a course for graduate students who wish to undertake a detailed analysis of the neuronal and synaptic
organization of the central nervous system. The focus of the course is the brain microcircuitry as seen in invertebrates and vertebrate
species, the cellular organization of the brain, and mechanisms that govern the activity of networks of neurons. Students will learn
about the relationship of structure to function and discuss the neurons and organizations that create specific brain regions with
specialized functions. The emphasis will be on the nervous system in species for neuroscience research. The course assumes some
prior exposure to neuroscience. The course is conducted in informal, small-group sessions and is designed for graduate students and
upper level undergraduates who are engaged in research.
Each week all students are assigned an original research article or a chapter in the text to present. Grades are based on classroom
discussion and a final term paper.
Required texts: Shepherd G, Grillner S. (2010) Handbook of Brain Microcircuits, First Edition. Oxford Univ Press,
ISBN13: 9780195389883; ISBN10: 0195389883.
Prerequisite: All students are expected to have some familiarity with neuroscience from previous courses. Graduate
Students: An introductory neuroscience course is preferred, (e.g. PNB 5301, MEDS 5372, MEDS 5371). Permission of
instructor is required for BME 6086.
Undergraduates: Instructor consent for MEDS 5384 is required. BME students: Instructor consent required.
Instructor: D. Oliver 860-679-2241 doliver@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/03/15-12/10/15
Day & Time: Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Location: L-4031
MEDS 5418-F40 Stem Cells & Regenerative Biology (3 cr.)
(Class#13720)
Taught by a team of experts, this course is largely based on current literature. It is designed to introduce the basic molecular cell
biology and genetics of embryonic and adult stem cells as well as the induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation
into major cell lineages. The course will emphasize the use of stem cells in modeling human development and disease in a dish, and
studying the mechanisms of disease and drug discovery, topics that should impact any major discipline of the biomedical sciences.
Grade is based on class participation, paper presentation and writing a brief review article on a major recent development.
Instructor: A. Das 860-679-3405 adas@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/31/15-12/16/15
Day & Time: Mondays 3:00--5:00p.m.
Wednesdays 3:00--5:00p.m.
Location: E-5036
MEDS 6445- F40 Skeletal Biology (2cr)
(Class#13729)
Skeletal Biology is a combination lecture and literature discussion course with a focus on the appendicular skeleton in development,
bone homeostasis, disease and repair. Topics include limb skeletal patterning, endochondral ossification, genetic disorders of bone and
cartilage, molecular and hormonal control of bone remodeling, mechanical stress and fracture, osteoimmunology, osteoarthritis, and
bone and cartilage tissue engineering. The course introduction and the weekly lectures will include broad background material. In
addition, we will go in depth into topics where UConn Health faculty has active research programs.
12The course will meet twice per week. The format is a one-hour lecture, typically on Tuesdays, and a one-hour discussion of an
assigned paper relevant to that lecture mostly on Thursdays.
Instructor: P. Maye 860-679-7347 pmaye@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/01/15-12/15/15
Day & Time: Tuesdays 11:00 a.m.-12:00p.m.
Thursdays 11:00 a.m.-12:00p.m.
Location: E-2036
MEDS 6447-F40 Tool Kit for Scientific Communication Cancelled (1cr.)
(Class#15029)
Effective communication is critical to success in a scientific career. Through weekly lectures and workshops, this Pass-Fail course
will build skills in scientific communication including seminars, posters, abstracts, manuscripts, curriculum vitae and more. Writing
skills will include basic elements of style, organization, and development of hypotheses, rationale, and specific aims. Presentation
skills will emphasize clarity, logical sequence, and verbal expression. Students will write an abstract and an aims page; critique
seminars, posters, aims and papers for style and effectiveness; and practice giving short oral summaries of their research project. This
is not a grants-writing course.
Instructor: C Dealy 860-679-1193 dealy@uchc.edu
Dates 08/31/15-12/14/15
Day /Time: Mondays, 1:30- 2:30p.m.
Location: EM 029
MEDS 6448-F40 Foundations of Biomedical Science I (4cr)
(Class#14939)
Due to the diverse background of our entering first-year students and the recognized importance that each student should enter their
thesis research years with a solid foundation of biomedical knowledge, this course has been designed to encompass topics considered
fundamental to any student pursuing a Ph.D. in any Area of Concentration in the Biomedical Science Graduate Program. The course
will combine an introduction to fundamental concepts along with a more in-depth analysis of the research that underlies some of these
ideas. A variety of topics will be examined in approximately one-week modules that will include a basic, introductory one hour
lecture on Mondays, a more in-depth discussion of one to two critical historical papers on an aspect of the topic on Wednesdays and
then a small group discussion on a more modern paper related to the area on Fridays. Periodically, the course will include
Consolidation weeks that discuss key methodologies in the context of new concepts or concepts previously discussed. The course is
designed to be taken in conjunction with its partner course Foundations of Biomedical Science II in the spring.
Instructor S. Chamberlain 860-679-4433 chamberlain@uchc.edu
A. Cowan 860-679-1449 acowan@uchc.edu
C. Heinen 860-679-7639 cheinen@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/31/15-12/18/15
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Location: TBA
MEDS 6450- F40 & BME 6450-001 Optical Microscopy & Bio-Imaging (3cr)
(Class#13730)
This course will cover several aspects of state of the art biological and biophysical imaging. We will begin with an overview of
geometrical optics and optical and fluorescence microscopy, with an emphasis on instrumentation. The bulk of the course will focus
on advanced imaging techniques including nonlinear optical processes (multi-photon excitation, second harmonic generation, and
stimulated Raman processes), as well as laser tweezers and single molecule microscopy. Special emphasis will be given to current
imaging literature and experimental design.
Instructor: J. Yu 860-679-7680 jyu@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/31/15-12/15/15
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: R-1609 (400 Farmington Ave)
MEDS 6455-F40/BME 6086-001 Introduction to Systems Biology (3cr)
(Class#13733)
The course will guide students into a biology world as seen by engineers, physicists,
mathematicians and computer scientists. We will discuss different kinds of predictive mathematical models
and their dynamical behavior; stability, switching and stochasticity of a biological system; resources needed
13to start building a model; models exchange, simulation and visualization; public databases and software tools
available for a modeler. The goal is to provide the necessary background to read modeling papers, choose
Systems Biology resources that will help in biological projects, and be able to select a modeling technique
appropriate for a given biological project.
Instructor: M. Blinov 860-679-6081 blinov@uchc.edu
I. Moraru 860-679-2908 moraru@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/02/15-12/09/15
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Location: R 1673 (400 Farmington Ave)
MEDS 6495-F40 Independent Study (Credits: 1-6)
Please complete the Independent Study Registration form and submit to the Office of the Registrar – AM-039.
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_indstudy.pdf
A reading course for those wishing to pursue special topics in the biomedical sciences under faculty supervision.
Consent of instructor required.
Instructor: TBA
Location: TBA
MEDS 6496-F40 Laboratory Rotation (Credits: vary)
Please complete the Laboratory Rotation Registration form and submit to the Office of the Registrar – AM-039.
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_labrotation.pdf
Instructor: TBA
Location: TBA
MEDS 6497-F40 Molecular Biology & Biochemistry Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13745)
Students will learn how to critically read papers and present scientific information clearly and succinctly to an interested audience.
Students will also learn to participate in scientific discussion as active members of a scientific community
Instructor: K. Dodge-Kafka 860-679-2452 dodge@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/14/15-12/07/15
Day/Time: Mondays, 12:00- -1:00p.m.
Location: E-2036
MEDS 6497-F41 Cell Biology Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13746)
Students are expected to learn the art of scientific presentation, by transforming from being a student to becoming a teacher in a
friendly environment. Fellow students and participating faculty will help your transformation by demonstrating how interesting papers
of students’ choice are selected, how to organize the presentation, and how to answer questions from the audience. Special emphasis is
encouraged to pick papers relevant to current research in the field of cell biology. Typical presentation may come from many fields
including immunology, neuroscience, cancer biology, basic cell and molecular biology, systems biology, genomics, and informatics.
Students are expected to participate in periodic presentation of research papers and active discussion. All students who are in the Cell
Biology area of concentration are required to enroll in the Journal Club until the final date for thesis defense is set
Instructor: D. Han 860-679-2444 han@nso1.uchc.edu
G. Fong 860-679-2373 fong@nso2.uchc.edu
Dates: 09/14/15-12/14/15
Day/Time: Mondays, 12:00 - 1:00p.m.
Location: E-5036
MEDS 6497-F42 Skeletal, Craniofacial and Oral Biology Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13747)
This is a journal club devoted to the area of skeletal and craniofacial biology in development, disease, and regenerative medicine. This
class is open to any graduate student, and is a required course for students in the Skeletal, Craniofacial and Oral Biology
concentration. Weekly presentations are given of either a current literature paper, or for more advanced students, the student’s own
14graduate research. The class is attended by interested faculty, postdoctoral fellows and staff. Following the presentation and questions,
the student is given the opportunity to hear specific comments regarding areas of strengths and areas for potential improvement from
the faculty. This course provides an opportunity for a student to develop skills in assimilating and presenting current literature, or their
own work, in a seminar setting, and to friendly critical input from faculty and colleagues. Research presentations from SCOB faculty
and postdoctoral fellows are also incorporated into the Journal Club schedule when possible. This provides an opportunity for
participants to become aware of the types of research ongoing within the Skeletal, Craniofacial, and Oral Biology program, and
facilitates interactions among individuals in various research programs. Suggested topic areas for SCOB Journal Club are: cartilage
and bone biology; skeletal tissue regeneration; limb and craniofacial development; growth factors and signaling in skeletal tissue; oral-
skeletal genetics and disease; biomaterials in skeletal tissue repair.
Instructor: S-K Lee 860-679-8177 slee@uchc.edu
A. Sanjay 860-679-4649 asanjay@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/04/15-12/11/15
Day/Time: Fridays, 12:00 - 1:00p.m.
Location: EM-029
MEDS 6497-F43 Immunology Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13748)
The Immunology Journal Club represents weekly sessions that are an important part of the Immunology Training Program. Students,
in consultation and with guidance from faculties and the Director of the IJC, select a current research article that has made a
significant contribution to the field, and present appropriate background related to the paper, introduction, methods, experimental
results (the figures included in the article itself) and discussion. The articles selected by the students have to be approved by the
course director. The student leads the discussion of the paper and receives feedback from the faculty, students and post docs that
attend the journal club. The integral part of the presentation is to highlight overall significance of the paper for basic science and give
clinical and translational relevance, indicate strengths and weaknesses and give a prospective to the field. Presentations are evaluated
by two faculty and two student referees who provide presenters with written evaluation forms that reflect strengths and weaknesses
and suggestions to improve. The journal club offers a valuable opportunity for the students to learn about the state of the current
research and provides an invaluable setting for the exchange of scientific ideas.
Instructor: A. Medvedev 860- 679- 7979 medvedev@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/02/15-12/16/15
Day/Time: Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:30p.m.
Location: L-3094
MEDS 6497-F44 Neuroscience Journal Club (1cr.)
(Class#13749)
Instructor: R. Mohan 860-679-2020 Mohan@uchc.edu
D. Kim 860-679-3690 kim@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/02/15-12/16/15
Day/Time: Wednesdays 12:00 – 1:00p.m.
Location: E-4036
MEDS 6497-F45 Cell Analysis and Modeling Journal Club (1 cr.)
(Class#13750)
Instructor: M. Blinov 860-679-6081 blinov@uchc.edu
Dates: 09/03/15-12/17/15
Day/Time: Fridays 12:00--1:00p.m.
Location: Demo Room, R1401, 400 Farmington Avenue
15DOCTORAL RESEARCH CREDITS, DISSERTATION PREPARATION,
AND CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION
GRAD 6950 Doctoral Research (1-9 Credits)
This course is to be used by those students who are candidates for the doctoral degree who are performing required research for the
Ph.D. dissertation or DMA paper on a full-time basis. Other courses may be taken concurrently and students may hold a
graduate assistantship. Full time-enrollment = total of 6 credits with an assistantship, 9 credits without. Section numbers equate to the
number of credits. The class number is listed after the catalog number and section.
GRAD 6950-001 (Class#3882) GRAD 6950-004 (Class#3885) GRAD 6950-007 (Class#3888)
GRAD 6950-002 (Class#3883) GRAD 6950-005 (Class#3886) GRAD 6950-008 (Class#3889)
GRAD 6950-003 (Class#3884) GRAD 6950-006 (Class#3887) GRAD 6950-009 (Class#3890)
The majority of Ph.D. students will register for this course for Doctoral Research Credits.
GRAD 6960-001 Full-time Doctoral Research (3cr.)
(Class#3891)
This course is to be used by those students who are candidates for the doctoral degree and who are performing required research for
the Ph.D. dissertation or DMA paper on a full-time basis. No other courses may be taken concurrently. Students cannot hold
graduate assistantships while taking this course. This course constitutes full-time enrollment.
Instructor: Student’s Major Advisor
Day/Time: By Arrangement
Location: By Arrangement
GRAD 6930-001 Full-time Directed Studies (3cr.)
(Class#3892)
This course denotes that the student is participating in a full-time internship, field work experience, or other course of off-campus
study required by the student’s doctoral program. No other courses may be taken concurrently. This course constitutes full-time
enrollment status.
Instructor: By Arrangement
Day/Time: By Arrangement
Location: By Arrangement
GRAD 6998-001 Special Readings (Doctoral) (0cr)
(Class#3893)
Non-credit course used for Continuous Registration for students, excluding Graduate Assistants, who have not yet passed the general
examination
.
GRAD 6999-001 Thesis/ Dissertation Preparation (0cr)
(Class#3894)
Non-credit course used for Continuous Registration for students, excluding Graduate Assistants, who have passed the general
examination.
16MASTER OF CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH
Courses--Fall 2015
CLTR 5000-F40 Graduate Seminar in Clinical and Translational Research (3cr)
(Class#13690)
The Introduction to Clinical Research Course, utilizing lecture, the textbook Designing Clinical Research by Hulley and Cummings, et
al. (Fourth Edition) and practical application writing a research proposal, provides training in the methods of clinical investigation to
physicians and other health professionals. Permission number is required.
Instructor: Anne Kenny 860-679-4928 kenny@uchc.edu
Day & Time: Thursdays 3:00-5:00 p.m.
Start & End dates: 9/10/15 – 12/03/15
Location: Surgical Research Center Conference Room, L-1099 (UConn Health)
CLTR 5357-F40 Principles of Clinical and Translational Research I (3cr.)
(Class#13687)
This is the first core course in research methods in clinical and translational research. The course covers observational studies, case
control and nonrandomized designs, survey research, experimental intervention studies, exposure, and genetic studies. Also covered
are: Issues in human subjects research, research ethics, participant recruitment and retention, computerized data management, grant
writing and searching the literature. (Open to students in the Master of Science program in Clinical and Translational Research
only) Permission number is required.
Instructor: Howard Tennen 860-679-5466 tennen@uchc.edu
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 4:00--6:55 p.m.
Start & End dates: 9/2/15 – 12/16/15
Location: Neuroscience Conference RoomARB-E4036 (UConn Health)
CLTR 5359-F40 Principles of Clinical and Translational Research III (3cr.)
(Class#13688)
This is the third core course in Research Methods, Biostatistics and Topics in Clinical and Translational Research. The course includes
information on the FDA, Instrument Development, and Secondary Data Analysis. Other topics include writing and presenting
scientific information. (Open to students in the Master of Science program in Clinical and Translational Research only).
Permission number is required.
Instructor: Richard Stevens 860-679-5475 bugs@uchc.edu
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 4:00--6:55 p.m.
Start & End dates: 09/01/15-12/15/15
Location: Neuroscience Conference RoomARB-E4036 (UConn Health)
CLTR 5407-F40 Clinical and Translational Research Practicum (Variable credits: 1-12)
(Class#13689)
This course seeks to provide practical training in the formulation and conduct of clinical and translational research. Specific aspects
that will be covered during the 9-12 total hours of the practicum will be: the identification of a specific research question and its
specification as one or more aims, review of the relevant literature, and specification of the methods to be employed in the conduct of
the study, including experience in recruitment and retention of subjects, an IRB application and HIPAA documents preparation. The
student will initiate a research project and participate in data collection and analysis, culminating in a report of the findings. These
activities will be monitored and mentored by a research advisor who is a member of the Graduate Faculty. (Open to students in the
Master of Science program in Clinical and Translational Research only). Permission number is required.
Instructor: Anne Kenny/ Various Faculty 860-679-4928 kenny@uchc.edu
Day & Time: TBA
Start & End dates: 08/31/15-12/11/15
Location: TBA
MEDS 6495-F40 Independent Study (Credits: 1-6)
Please complete the Independent Study Registration form and submit to the Office of the Registrar – AM-039.
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_indstudy.pdf
A reading course for those wishing to pursue special topics in the biomedical sciences under faculty supervision.
Consent of instructor required.
Instructor: To be arranged
Location: To be arranged
17MASTER OF DENTAL SCIENCE
Daily Schedule—Fall 2015
MONDAY
7:30am-9:00am DENT 5438 Craniofacial Growth & Development
5:15pm-7:15pm DENT 5437 Principles of Oral Microbiology & Infections
TUESDAY
8:00 am-9:30am DENT 5435 General Pathology
5:15pm-6:45pm DENT 5439 Research Methods in Epidemiology
WEDNESDAY
10:00am-12:00pm DENT 5440 Integrating Biotechnology with Clinical Dentistry
THURSDAY
8:00am. – 9:30 a.m. DENT 5444 Epidemiology of Oral Diseases: Interpreting the Literature
FRIDAY
8:00am--9:30am DENT 5457 Evidence Based Dentistry
By Arrangement with Instructor
DENT 5442 Biomechanics in Dental Science 2
DENT 5449 Perio-Pathobiology II
DENT 5500 Oral Maxillofacial Diagnostic Imaging and Interpretation
DENT 5502 Oral Maxillofacial Diagnostic Imaging and Interpretation
DENT 6461 Clinical Radiation Sciences: Physics and Biology (Part A)
Additional Course Offerings
DENT 5495 Independent Study in Dental Science
GRAD 5950 Master’s Thesis Research
GRAD 5960 Full-time Master’s Research
GRAD 5930 Full-time Directed Studies
GRAD 5998 Special Readings (Master’s) – Continuous Registration – No Plan A on File
GRAD 5999 Thesis Preparation – Continuous Registration – Must Have Plan A on File
GRAD 5998-001 Special Readings (Master’s) – Continuous Registration for Plan B (0cr.)
(Class#3933)
Non-credit course used for Continuous Registration for students who do not have an approved plan of study on file who are not taken
credit bearing course work in the Graduate School for the semester.
GRAD 5999-001 Thesis Preparation- Continuous Registration for Plan A (0cr.)
(Class#3881)
Non-credit course used for Continuous Registration for students who do have an approved plan of study on file who are not taking
credit bearing courses in the Graduate School for the semester.
DENT 6000-F40 Practicum—Full time Residency (0 cr.)
(Class#15515)
Enrollment restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Dental Science who are registered full-time for clinical work.
18MASTER OF DENTAL SCIENCE COURSES: FALL 2015
DENT 5435- F40 General Pathology (2cr.)
(Class#13691)
Instructor: Y. Frontera
Dates: 9/15/15 – 12/22/15
Day/Time: Tuesday, 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Location: MDL Classroom (McManus room)
DENT 5437-F40 Principles of Oral Microbiology & Infections (2cr.)
(Class#13692)
This course provides an overview of microbiology and host-pathogen interactions in relation to oral diseases. Various topics
will be covered including basic microbiology and immunology principles. These are intended to provide the students with
necessary knowledge to further understand the mechanisms behind a variety of oral-related infectious diseases. The most
common infections related to the oral cavity will also be specifically discussed including the microorganisms associated with
them, the host responses they engender and the means for their control and destruction
Instructor: P. Diaz 860-679-3702
Dates: 9/7/15 – 12/14/15
Day/Time: Monday 5:15--7:15p.m.
Location: L-7106, Periodontology conf room
DENT 5438-F40 Craniofacial Growth & Development (2cr.)
(Class#13693)
Instructor: M. Upadhyay
Dates: 9/7/15 – 12/14/15
Day/Time: Monday 7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Location: L7075
DENT 5439-F40 Research Methods in Epidemiology (1cr.)
(Class#13694)
Instructor: R. Aseltine 860-679-3282
Dates: 10/06/15 – 11/24/15
Day/Time: Tuesday 5:15 – 6:45 p.m.
Location: LM034 Friend’s Lecture Room
DENT 5440-F40 Integrating Biotechnology with Clinical Dentistry (3cr.)
(Class#13695)
Molecular, cellular and tissue mechanisms operating during normal and abnormal development. Illustrate current
biochemical microdissections and tissue culture procedures as applied to developmental biology. Lectures and discussion
Instructor: E. Rossomando
Dates: 9/2/15 – 12/09/15
Day/Time: Wednesday 10:00a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: L7075
DENT 5442-F40 Biomechanics in Dental Science 2 (1cr.)
(Class#13696)
History and critical review of orthodontic appliance systems. The relationship between treatment planning and therapy is
explored. Detailed biomechanical analysis of appliance therapy. Lectures, seminars and demonstrations. Prerequisite:
DENT 5441
Instructor: R. Nanda 860-679-2349 nanda@uchc.edu
Dates: By arrangement
Day/Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
19DENT 5444-F40 Epidemiology of Oral Diseases: Interpreting the Literature (2cr.)
(Class#13697)
The goal of this course is to provide the student with a basic understanding of epidemiologic principles to enable the critical
review of the literature and to provide a methodological framework with which to better understand basic statistics. An
overview of the specific epidemiology of oral diseases will be provided. Enrollment limit: 12
Instructor: D. Pendrys 860-679-3820 pendrys@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/27/15-12/10/15
Day & Time: Thursday 8:00 – 9:30a.m.
Location: L-6105
DENT 5449-F40 Perio-Pathobiology II (3cr.)
(Class#13702)
Instructor: S. Thacker
Dates: By arrangement
Day & Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
DENT 5457-F40 Evidence Based Dentistry (2cr)
(Class#13698)
Instructor: D. Pendrys 860- 679-3820 pendrys@uchc.edu
Dates: 08/28/15-12/4/15
Day & Time: Friday 8:00 – 9:30a.m.
Location: L-6105
DENT 5500-F40 Oral Maxillofacial Diagnostic Imaging & Interpretation (2cr.)
(Class#113699)
Seminar course examining interpretation of images produced by various techniques used in diagnosis of diseases involving the
oral maxillofacial complex.
Instructor: A. Lurie 860-679-4049 lurie@uchc.edu
Dates: By arrangement
Day & Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
DENT 5502-F40 Oral Maxillofacial Diagnostic Imaging & Interpretation (2cr.)
(Class#13700)
Seminar course examining interpretation of images produced by various techniques used in diagnosis of diseases involving the
oral maxillofacial complex.
Instructor: A. Lurie 860-679-4049 lurie@uchc.edu
Dates: By arrangement
Day & Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
DENT 6461-F40 Clinical Radiation Sciences: Physics and Biology (Part A) (2cr.)
(Class#13701)
Instructor: A. Lurie 860-679-4049 lurie@uchc.edu
Dates: By arrangement
Day & Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
20DENT 5495-F40 Independent Study in Dental Science (credits: 1-6)
(Please Completed Independent Study Registration form and submit to the Office of the Registrar- AM-039.
http://studentservices.uchc.edu/registrar/gradschool/forms/form_indstudy.pdf
Independent Study (MSDS or PhD Students only)
A reading course for those wishing to pursue special topics in dental Science under faculty supervision
Instructor: By arrangement
Date/Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
GRAD 5930-001 Full-time Directed Studies (3cr.)
(Class#3880)
This course denotes that the student is participating in a full-time internship, field work experience, or other course of off-
campus study required by the student’s master’s program. No other courses may be taken concurrently.
Instructor: By arrangement
GRAD 5950 Master’s Thesis Research (1-9 credits)
This course is to be used by those students who are performing required research for the Master’s Thesis paper. Other
courses may be taken concurrently and students may hold a graduate assistantship. Full-time enrollment = total of 6 credits.
Section numbers equate to the number of credits. The class number is listed after the catalog number and section.
GRAD 5950-001 (Class#3870) GRAD 5950-004 (Class#3873) GRAD 5950-007 (Class#3876)
GRAD 5950-002 (Class#3871) GRAD 5950-005 (Class#3874) GRAD 5950-008 (Class#3877)
GRAD 5950-003 (Class#3872) GRAD 5950-006 (Class#3875) GRAD 5950-009 (Class#3878)
Instructor: Student’s Major Advisor
GRAD 5960-001 Full-time Master’s Research (3cr.)
(Class#3879)
This course is to be used by those students who are candidates for the master’s degree and who are performing required
research for the master’s thesis on a full-time basis. No other courses may be taken concurrently. Students cannot hold
graduate assistantships while taking this course.
Instructor: Student’s Major Advisor
21GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
COURSE OFFERINGS: FALL 2015
August 31 – December 11, 2015
David Gregorio, Director (860) 679-5480
Morgan Spencer, Program Coordinator (860) 679-5489
Barbara Case, Administrative Assistant (860) 679-1503
Lauri McCarthy, Administrative Assistant (860) 679-1510
NOTE: Master of Public Health and doctoral students are encouraged to register early to assure entry into courses of
choice; registration for degree students begins on March 30, 2015. Registration opens for non-degree students on April 6.
Thanksgiving Recess is Sunday, November 22- Saturday, November 28.
PUBLIC HEALTH DAILY SCHEDULE-FALL 2015
Location Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Farmington PH Research Health Administration* Law & Public Health* Intro to
Methods* Epidemiology/Biostats
I*
Public Health Women, PH & Maternal and Child Topics in Intermediate
Agencies Reproduction Health Biostatistics
Human Rights and Health SAS Injury & Violence
Data Prevention
Mgmt.
Envio
Impacts
Childs
Health
Htfd Health Care Risk Mgmt & Insurance
Mgmt & Org.
Online Foundations
of PH &
Disability
Storrs Critical Issues in Health Program Planning Spec
Promotion and Evaluation Topics
Health
Wellness
*Core MPH Courses
** PhD Courses
22PUBH 5403- F40 Health Administration (3 cr.)
(Class#13773)
Examination of past, present, and proposed approaches to the organization and management of health care services. Emphasis is on
the role and functioning of the manager and the evolution of health care policy and trends as they affect managerial roles. Permission
numbers required from MPH Office. Enrollment Limit: 35
Instructor: Pamela Kilbey-Fox 860-912-0032 kilbeyfox@uchc.edu
Date/Time: 9/01/15 - 12/8/15, Tuesday, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Farmington, Lecture Hall A, LM036, Main Floor
PUBH 5406-F40 Law and Public Health (3 cr.)
(Class#13776)
An introduction to the American legal system as it relates to health care and public health. Sessions present important applications of
law to health including the powers of state governments, public health at the federal level, hospital, physician and HMO liability,
emergency care and medical research, mental health law, reproductive health and the right to privacy, the right to refuse treatment and
end of life issues, privacy and confidentiality in health care, infectious disease law and disability discrimination, and public health
policy and advocacy. Permission numbers required from MPH Office. Non-Degree student enrollment only with instructor’s
permission. Enrollment limit: 50
Instructor: Zita Lazzarini 860-679-5494 lazzarini@uchc.edu
Date/Time: 9/2/15 - 12/09/15, Wednesday, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Farmington, Patterson Auditorium, Ground Level
PUBH 5407-F40 Practicum in Public Health (3 cr.)
(Class#13778)
Under faculty guidance, students undertake an organized set of activities that responds to an identified need of a public health agency
or health-related organization. The activities may involve the policy development, planning, implementation, administration or
evaluation of public health services, or a combination of such activities. Students should be appropriately advanced before initiating
the practicum. Permission numbers required from MPH Office after consent from instructor.
Instructor: By arrangement
Date/Time: By arrangement
Location: By arrangement
PUBH 5408-F40 Introduction to Epidemiology & Biostatistics I (3 cr.)
(Class#13779)
This is the first of a two-course sequence introducing students to concepts and methods of epidemiology, biostatistics and
public health research. Topics include nature of variability, common probability distributions,
causal reasoning, control of bias and confounding, descriptive and analytic design of observational and experimental
studies, principles of disease screening and clinical efficacy. Permission numbers required from Program office.
Instructor: Scott Wetstone 860-679-4440 wetstone@uchc.edu
Date/Time: 9/03/15 - 12/10/15 Thursday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Farmington, Lecture Room A, LMO36, Main Floor
PUBH 5419-F40 Public Health Agencies (3 cr.)
(Class#13780)
Takes organization and management theory into practice. The focus is on governmental and non-profit agency management and
administration. Emphasis is on developing and defending budgets, personnel management, working within the political context, with
the community and with multiple agencies. This elective addresses Public Health Assurance. Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: Karen Spargo 203-881-3255 karenspargo@nvhd.org
Date/Time: 8/31/15 - 12/07/15, Monday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Farmington, Classroom TBD, Main Floor
PUBH 5431-F40 Public Health Research Methods (3 cr.)
(Class#13781)
Introduction to conceptualization, methods, and analysis in public health research including: formulation of research questions and
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