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DENTFN 502

Dental Curriculum Threads

Introduction to Biomedical Foundations

Course Directors: Elizabeth Garcia

Credits: 2
Quarters/Yr of Program: Summer / 1

Course Overview

Introduction to Biomedical Foundations covers the basics of human anatomy and other fundamental biomedical topics. This course sets the stage for developing clinical problem-solving skills. The information will prepare the student for the required and rigorous Biomedical Foundations curriculum.

Learning Objectives

The student who successfully completes this course will be able to:

1. Explain fundamental concepts of human cellular communication.
2. Explain general principles of the ligand/receptor complex.
3. Explain general concepts of action potentials.
4. Explain fundamental concepts of the study of human structures on a microscopic level.
5. Identify major human structures by their microscopic appearance.
6. Explain basic concepts of pharmacology.
7. Discuss major pharmacologic principles of human medicine.
8. Explain fundamental concepts of human anatomy.
9. Identify major anatomical structures in the human.
10. Initiate the development of presentation skills used in clinical health care.

UWSOD Competencies: CE-02, CE-03, C-03, CE-06, C-17

Date last updated: 2025-07-08