المقررات الدراسية لكلية الطب البشري

Course Module

وصف المقرر الدراسي: علم الأنسجة

Course information

College: Faculty of Medicine

Department: Histology

Course Name : Histology I

Code: HIST 1102

Units: 4

European Units: 29

Overview

To understand the basic knowledge related to the cell and tissue structure and their relationship to their biological functions.
To provide practical knowledge in terms of understanding tissue structure using the basics techniques of light, electron microscopes, etc.
To discuss the basic molecular aspects of certain cellular and tissue components (Membrane, Cytoskeleton, and Matrix).
To distinguish Epithelial and connective tissue.
To understand the basic structure of genetic materials.
To understand the basics histology structure of, connective tissue, Blood and Hematopoiesis, skin, bone and cartilage, nervous tissue, muscular tissue and circulatory system tissue, immune system and lymphoid organs.
To understand the basics tissue structure of the Nervous system, Digestive system tract, Respiratory system, Urinary system, Male and Female reproductive systems, Endocrine system and sense organs.
By the end of the course, student should be able to:
Know the basic steps in preparing specimens for light and electron microscopy.
Define and describe the structure and functions of the cytoplasmic components.
Know the subunits of each nuclear component and their role in its function.
Explain the process of cell division and identify the activities that control the transition from each phase of the cell cycle to the other.
Understand the basis of cytogenetic and chromosomal aberrations.
Know the structural characteristics of the four basic tissue types.
Describe the functional capabilities of each tissue type and relate them to the structure.
Describe and compare between different blood elements and their development.
Define and discuss the basic histological structure of some systems (vascular, lymphatic, and skin).

Methods of teaching

Lectures.

Tutorials.

Practical.

Student presentations.

Midterm Exam (20%)

Written exam in different forms

Final written exam, MCQs, Matching questions, fill the blanks etc. (55%)

Practical exam. (15%)

Oral exam. (10%)

Course Module

وصف المقرر الدراسي : الطب العام والخاص

Course Information

College: Faculty of Medicine

Department: Medicine

Course Name : General and special medicine

Code: MEDI 1514

Units:13

European Units: 61

Overview

To acquire knowledge of different diseases in all systems of the body, in relation to internal Medicine, in the light of knowledge already acquired in Anatomy, Pathology, physiology, microbiology & pharmacology.
To acquire competent knowledge and skill in:
Obtaining comprehensive problem- oriented history.
Performing complete physical examination.
Demonstrating problem –solving skills and pathophysiologic derangements to specific disease entities.
To be able to suggest the proper line of investigation to reach a tentative diagnosis after enlisting relevant differential diagnosis.
To produce a plan of management including most appropriate prescribed medications, their pharmacology, indications, dosage, side effects and toxic effects,
To recognize the complications associated with the disease process.

To recognize different factors, internal. External, familial, environmental, seasonal, endemic or otherwise and to plan preventions well as eradication measures

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

Describe basic anatomy and physiology.
Determine medical symptomatology; discuss the common medical problems coming to doctors, their diagnosis, prevention and treatment, and to state the disease in the term of mental, functional and physical processes.
State the clinical manifestations and differential diagnosis of common medical problems including early manifestations of serious diseases (e.g., malignancy) and emergencies.

Identify the normal aging process, age related diseases and its treatment, and variable causes of disability

Methods of teaching

Tutorials, case based dissections.
Assignments
Clinical training, bedside teaching, clinical rounds, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, endoscopy suite.

Skills lab.

Tools of assessment

End of the fourth year introductory course (40 marks)
Continuous assessment (attendance, case presentations, participation, communication and attitudes) (20_ 30 marks)
End of courses assessment (medical photos and images, (20_ 30 marks)
Final exam (200_220 marks)
Written exam (MCQ, case scenarios, data analysis). (80 marks)
Clinical examination (short and long cases), OSCE. (100 marks)

Oral examination .(20_40 marks)

Course Module

وصف المقرر الدراسي : طب الأسرة والمجتمع

College: Faculty of Medicine

Department: Family and community medicine

Course Name : Family and community medicine

Code: FAME1413

Units:10

European Units: 30

Overview

To be aware of the physical, social, psychological, economic, and environmental determinants of health and disease.
To be able to take a leadership role with other health care members in educating, motivating, supervising and leading them in health promotion, prevention and control of diseases.
To acquire knowledge and skills regarding statistical methods that can improve critical thinking, problem solving and decision making and enhances medical research.
To understand concept of preventive medicine and importance of community medicine in implementing community based disease prevention, cancer screening and health promotion programs.
To enable students to acquire Lifelong learning competencies required for continuous professional development
Apply the scientific, evidence-based approach to the practice of family and community medicine.
Apply an in-depth knowledge of the principles of family and community medicine.
Evaluates and applies knowledge related to health, psychological and environmental problems at the individual and community levels.
Apply knowledge of the pathological and clinical features of common diseases in family medicine.
Provides effective and safe evaluation and treatment for patients at the primary health care level – Uses effective communication skills with the patient.
Implement and evaluate strategies to maintain and promote health and prevent disease with patients and colleagues.
Apply the principles of lifelong education and continuous learning.
Assesses and implements the ethical and professional responsibilities required of the family and community physician.
Apply religious, legal and professional responsibilities.

Exchange the acquired knowledge and skills with colleagues, members of the health team and the community.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

Explain the basic terms and methods used in infectious disease epidemiology, disease prevention and control trials, outbreak investigation, and evaluation of screening tests.
Define epidemiologic approaches of disease occurrence in communities: determinants, distribution and dynamics including prevention and control. Describe the MOHP programs for prevention and control of the communicable and prevailing diseases in Libya.
Define, assess, and understand the health status of populations, determinants of health and illness, factors contributing to health promotion and disease prevention of priority non-communicable and communicable diseases within the different health settings and for specific age groups, and factors influencing the use of health services.
Define different MOHP policies, systems, programs, approved standards of practice and describe the specific health programs including MCH, family planning, school health, occupational health, etc.
Describe the role of community physician in addressing local health problems, the prevention and control of vulnerable groups’ health problems.
Define the screening tests pertinent to selected morbidity conditions and the at risk approach in the application of screening tests.
Describe the different health education /communication strategies for use with clients, health care team, and the community.
Describe the quality cycles and its utilization in different public health settings.

Define basics of demography and vital statistics related to fertility, morbidity and mortality.

Methods of teaching

Lectures
Tutorials
Clinical training
Field visits
Case based dissections

Writing research proposal

Tools of assessment

Midterm exam (40marks) (20%)
Written exam: MCQs, EMQs, case studies.
Final assessment: (160 marks)
Written exam: MCQs, EMQs, fill the blanks
(80 marks) 40%
Practical exam 40 marks (20%)
Structured oral exam 30marks (15%)

Research proposal, assignments and presentations 10 marks (5%)

Course Module

وصف المقرر الدراسي : الأحياء الدقيقة

Course information

College: Faculty of Medicine

Department: Microbiology

Course Name : Microbiology

Code: MICR1308

Units:7

European Units: 41

Overview

To provide essential knowledge of the principles of microbiology, infection control and immunology disciplines with emphasis on microbial structure and function, pathogenesis, classification, host-pathogen relationship, components (cells, tissues, antibodies and immunoglobulins) involved in host defense against infectious agents.
To understand the basic concepts of clinical immunology and its associated disorders.
To Acquire the fundamentals of medical microbiology laboratory skills

To interpret methods of detection of antibiotic resistance

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

General (bacterial, viral, fungal) morphology, physiology and genetics.
The principles of growing and cultivating microorganisms and the scientific basis of using antimicrobial agents, their mode of action, application and complications in vivo and in vitro.
The host parasite relationship and microbial virulence and pathogenesis.
The immune system, its structure, normal function, beneficial and harmful or deleterious behaviour or reactions (Immunopathology).
Microorganisms of medical importance with emphasis on: morphology, culture, antigenic structure, virulence, pathogenesis, and clinical diseases they caused diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control.
Nosocomial infections, principles and methods of decontamination and infection prevention and control.
The clinical manifestations of systemic infections and different organisms causing them, and how to reach a diagnosis.

Basis of molecular biology.

Methods of teaching

Lectures.

Tutorials.

Practical.

Student presentations.

Tools of assessment

Midterm exam (20%)

Written, MCQs, quizzes, assignments.

Final exam (80%)

Course Module

وصف المقرر الدراسي : علم وظائف الأعضاء

Course Information

College: Faculty of Medicine

Department: Physiology

Course Name : Physiology II

Code: PHYS1204

Units: 6

European Units: 34

Overview

To acquire knowledge of normal function and regulation of different body systems.
To understand the mechanisms underlying the function of organ systems.
To state the functions of the respiratory, blood, and gastrointestinal systems, and recognize the mechanisms by which these functions are carried.
To know the pathophysiology underlying some respiratory, hematological, and GIT disorders.
To understand the interrelations of the various body systems.
To explain the integrated responses of the body systems to physiological stresses.
State the functions of the cardiovascular and renal systems, and explain the mechanisms by which these functions are carried.
To understand and demonstrate the interrelations of the various body systems to each other.
To explain the integrated responses of the body systems to physiological and pathological stresses.
To know the pathophysiology of some cardiac, circulatory, and renal defects pertaining to to the cardiovascular and renal systems.
State the functions of the cardiovascular and renal systems, and explain the mechanisms by which these functions are carried.
To understand and demonstrate the interrelations of the various body systems to each other.
To explain the integrated responses of the body systems to physiological and pathological stresses.
To know the pathophysiology of some cardiac, circulatory, and renal defects pertaining to the cardiovascular and renal systems.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

By the end of the course, student should be able to:
Describe the functions of the nervous, the endocrine, the reproductive, the renal and the digestive systems at the organ and at the molecular levels.
Describe the metabolism from the physiology point of view.

Methods of teaching

Lectures.

Tutorials.

Practical.
Student presentations.
Tools of assessment
Midterm Exam (written, MCQ) 20%
Final exam:
Written (MCQ, extended matching questions) 55%
15%
10%