BMSC.5530 Advanced Histology Laboratory
Id: 042993 Credits: 3-3Description
This senior - and graduate-level laboratory course emphasizes mastery of histological techniques and thematic tissue analysis. Students develop professional competence in fixation, embedding, microtomy, cryosectioning, routine and special staining, and digital microscopy. Following foundational training, students apply these techniques within a structured 12-week block model organized around shared histological architecture and functional similarities. Selected histopathologic examples are integrated to reinforce recognition of normal tissue morphology and enhance clinical relevance while maintaining primary emphasis on technical skill development. The course integrates technical precision, troubleshooting, comparative tissue analysis, and professional scientific communication.
Prerequisites
BIOL.1110 Principles of Biology I, and BIOL.1120 Principles of Biology II, or HSCI.1020 A&P II, and HSCI.3500HimanBiochemistry, or BIOL.4190 Biochemistry, or CHEMN.4500 Intro to Biochemistry. Pathophysiology and/or Cell Biology recommended.
Course prerequisites/corequisites are determined by the faculty and approved by the curriculum committees. Students are required to fulfill these requirements prior to enrollment. For courses offered through online or GPS delivery, students are responsible for confirming with the instructor or department that all enrollment requirements have been satisfied before registering.