Department of Oral Biology: Course Descriptions
ORBIOL 0031 - MICROBIOLOGY 1
This is an introductory course in microbiology designed for nursing students with no previous microbiology background. Three major areas included are the microorganisms, the immune mechanisms of the host, and the interaction of the host and the microorganisms in the disease process and in homeostasis. This course includes a laboratory series which is coordinated with the lecture content. Major emphasis is placed on infectious diseases and infection control at the nursing level. *Enrollment Requirement Group: School of Nursing students only.
ORBIOL 0032; 0033 - MICROBIOLOGY 1 LABORATORY
Content is devoted to the development of student's basic laboratory skills, application of microbiological methods and will emphasize performance, scientific investigation, and safety. *Enrollment Requirement Group: School of Nursing students only.
ORBIOL 1020 - PRINCIPLES OF MICROBIOLOGY
An introductory course in microbiology for dental hygiene students with no previous background in microbiology. Major areas included are microorganisms, immune mechanisms of the host and the interaction of the host and the microorganisms in disease and homeostasis. Major emphasis is placed on diseases with oral manifestations and infection control in dental medicine. The laboratory component is devoted to microbiological methods, infection control and oral ecology.
ORBIOL 1025 - INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY
An overview of medical microbiology introduces the student to medically important bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites and to immunity.
ORBIOL 2150 - SEMINAR IN AGING
This course allows for critical review and discussion of current scientific literature related to aging. Assigned readings focus on a topic of interest to the students enrolled, with application to their particular professional roles. Exact content will vary with the characteristics of the students. Possible topics for discussion may include but are not limited to, biology of aging, fears of the elderly, epidemilogy of age-related diseases, or insurance coverage for older adults. Teaching methods used include directed review and discussion of specific research and/or review articles.
ORBIOL 2282 - PATHOBIOLOGY 2
Applied pathobiology provides the venue wherein residents apply pathobiology to their field of specialization. Utilizing an investigative approach, residents identify a topic of interest and demonstrate by means of a powerpoint presentation pathobiological concepts as they apply to patient care.
ORBIOL 5111 - DENTAL BIOCHEMISTRY
The objectives of this course are to familiarize the student with normal biochemical processes and their roles in the maintenance of homeostasis. The first part of the course deals with the chemical structures and composition of the building blocks of important body constituents. The second part will focus on the mechanisms of reactions and regulations of metabolic pathways. The consequences of deviation from normal metabolic processes will also be discussed. Emphasis is placed on processes occuring in the oral cavity.
ORBIOL 5120 - GENERAL HISTOLOGY
This course initially focuses on the morphological aspects and methodology of cell biology. Morphology and function of the typical cell are considered in detail. Embryological development of the human is followed from fertilization to the development of general body form. A brief presentation of the principles of genetics, and induction and differentiation is made. The histogenesis and structure of the four basic tissues is given emphasizing the relationship of structure and function, and potential dental clinical correlations.
ORBIOL 5130 - ORAL HISTOLOGY
The course begins with a detailed presentation of the development of the face and oral cavity. After postnatal facial growth is considered tooth formation and eruption is analysed. A study of the development and structure of dentin, enamel, cementum, pulp is followed by consideration of the formation and structure of alveolar bone and the periodontal ligament. The types of oral mucosa are studied with a spe cial emphasis on the gingiva and epithelial attachment. The course ends with histological study of the paraoral struc tures: salivary glands, lip, cheek, tongue, palates, & tmj.
ORBIOL 5141 - HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
Course lectures are organized by organ systems. Topics include the following systems: nervous, skeletal, cardio vascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal and endocrine.
ORBIOL 5160 - HEAD AND NECK ANATOMY
This course is designed to reinforce the student's knowledge of anatomy and to foster the application of this knowledge to the routine practice of dentistry. It includes anatomy related to local anesthesia, denture construction, dental emergencies, etc. It is intended to provide the student with an anatomical basis for solving problems in the general practice of dentistry. Course work consists of students participating in seminars, examining prosections, and doing limited dissections of selected regions of the head and neck.
ORBIOL 5214 - PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
Topics include analgesics, antibiotics, antihistamines, autonomic drugs, cns drugs, cardiovascular drugs, digestive pharmacology, drug abuse, drug laws, hypoglycemics, principles of drug action and reproductive pharmacology.
ORBIOL 5112; 5817; 5847 - DIRECTED STUDY
Undergraduate dental student who desires to pursue research interests in basic science. These areas include any one of the following: immunology, microbiology, nutrition or oral biology. The content of the course is specified by the student and this directed study is designed for the approved by the course director. The teaching format is designed to teach the student specific knowledge or skills of research using enhanced faculty interaction and personal contact.
ORBIOL 5900 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to conduct in-depth study in a particular subject area of their choice.
ORBIOL 5931 - AGING AND ORAL HEALTH
This course identifies the age-related changes that occur in the oral cavity of human and other mammalian species. Structural changes are described in both hard and soft tis sues. The functional properties of these affected tissues are considered. The clinical implications of such changes manifested in older age are emphasized. The effect of pharmacologic agents, disease states and behavioral modifi cations associated with aging are considered to demonstrate their potential impact on the tissue of the oral cavity.
ORBIOL 5942 - AGE RELTD CHNGS ORAL CAVITY
The effects of aging on the oral cavity and the impact of these changes on the human body will be reviewed. Current literature in oral biology and gerontology will serve as the basis for instruction.