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Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

Degree Programme

THE THIRD YEAR

MEDICAL STUDENTS

Map of The 3rd Year

Semester 1 Mid-Year Vacation Semester 2

Head &

Neck M

odu

le

(3 C

H)

Endocrine

System (4 CH)

Reproductive

System (5 CH)

Renal and Urinary Systems

(5 CH)

Nu

trit

ion

an

d M

eta

bolism

Modu

le (1 C

H)

Gastro-Intestinal System

(6 CH)

Central Nervous system & Special

senses

(7 CH)

Fore

nsic

Medic

ine &

Toxic

olo

gy

(2 C

H)

E

lecti

ve M

odu

les

(2 C

H)

Medical Ethics and Islamic Ethics in Medicine-I (1 CH) Medical Ethics and Islamic Ethics in Medicine-II (1 CH)

Islamic Culture-III (2 CH) Islamic Culture-IV (2 CH)

The 3rd

Year – Semester (1)

Module Name Code

No. CH

Module Units

Theoretical Practical

Independent

Learning (IL) Lecture

(L)

Tutorial

seminar

(T/S)

Problem

Based

Learning

(PBL)

Case

presentation

Case Study

(CP/CS)

Skill Lab

(SL)

Practical

(P)

Field

Training

(F)

Head & Neck SYS

321 3 26 10 4 ---- ---- 19 ---- ----

Endocrine

System SYS

322 4 30 ---- 8 2 1 10 ---- 7

Reproductive

System SYS

323 5 37 5 6 3 4 12 ---- 9

Renal and

Urinary

Systems

SYS

324 5 35 5 4 4 2 14 ---- 3

Medical Ethics

and Islamic

Ethics in

Medicine-I

INT

312 1 11 3 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 1

Islamic

Culture-III ISLM

103 2 26 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----

Credit Hours Total = 20

The 3rd

Year – Semester (2)

Module Name Code

No. CH

Module Units

Theoretical Practical

Independent

Learning (IL) Lecture

(L)

Tutoria

l

seminar

(T/S)

Problem

Based

Learning

(PBL)

Case

presentation

Case Study

(CP/CS)

Skill

Lab (SL)

Practical

(P)

Field

Training

(F)

Nutrition &

Metabolism

SYS

325 1 10 5 ---- 1 ---- ---- ---- 4

Gastro-intestinal

system

SYS

326 6 49 11 4 4 3 18 ---- 9

CNS and Special

Senses

SYS

327 7 64 9 6 6 6 8 ---- 11

Forensic Medicine

and Toxicology

INT

311 2 22 ---- ---- ---- ---- 8 ---- ----

Medical Ethics

and Islamic Ethics

in Medicine-II

INT

313 1 11 3 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 1

Elective Module ELC

341-

346

1 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----

Elective Module 1 ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----

Islamic Culture-

IV

ISLM

104 2 26 6 ---- 3 ---- ---- ----- ----

Credit Hours Total = 21

Head and Neck Module

Module Code No. Module Units Credit

Hours Theoretical Practical Training

Head and Neck SYS 321 40 19 ---- 3

Objectives:

The objectives of the Head & Neck module are to enable the student to:

1. Comprehend the surface anatomy & anatomical structures of the head neck

region by actual dissection, prosection or by museum study.

2. Apply the anatomical knowledge and skills in solving clinical problems of head

and neck.

Module Content:

The contents of the Head & Neck module include the study of bones, muscles,

vessels, nerves, viscera and regions of the head and neck. It also includes study of the organs

of special sense (eye, ear, and tongue), histology and embryology of head and neck. Surface

and radiological anatomy (including CT scanning and MRI) of Head and Neck will be

studied. Clinical application and correlation of structure with function will be stressed.

The instructional methods of this module include lectures, tutorials/seminars,

practicals in the form of dissection and examination of prosected specimens, clinical skills

lab, problem-based learning as well as independent learning sessions.

Module Texts:

1- Clinical Anatomy for Medical students. By Snell. Little Brown and Co.

2- Langman's Medical Embryology. By Salder. Williams and Wilkins Co.

Endocrine System



Endocrine System SYS 322 40 11 ---- 4

Objectives:

The objectives of the Endocrine System module are to enable the student to: 1. Study the structure and function of endocrine organs in relation to health and disease

states.

2. Study the inter-relationship between various endocrine organs in relation to health &

disease states.

3. Study the structure, and cellular and molecular effects of different hormones and

drugs related to the endocrine system.

Module Content:

This module deals with structure and function of the endocrine glands in health and

disease. It also discusses the structure and molecular effects of hormones and drugs related to

the endocrine system.

Module Texts:

Basic & Clinical Endocrinology. By Greenspan & Strewler eds. Appleton & Lange

Reproductive System



Reproductive System SYS 323 51 16 ---- 5

Objectives:

The objectives of the Reproductive System module are to enable the student to:

1. Understand the processes of human reproduction from the production of gametes and

the establishment of the embryo to independent life by the newborn infant.

2. Learn common problems and disorders of the male and female reproductive tract, the

mechanism of contraception and the sexual transmissions of diseases.

3. Demonstrate skills and working Knowledge and understanding of the principles and

concepts applicable to the reproductive system, in general.

Module Content:

The contents of this module include the study of the anatomy, physiology and

embryological origins and normal & abnormal development of the male and female

reproductive tracts as well as their hormonal control.

Students are introduced to common diseases and tumors of the male & female tracts, the

breast & the prostrate. The course deals with family planning, infertility, psychosexual

disorders and the menopause.

The instructional methods in this module are lectures, tutorials/seminars, problem based

learning, case study, skills lab training, practical & independent learning.

Module Texts:

Essential Reproduction. By Johnson. Blackwell.

Renal and Urinary Systems



Renal and

Urinary Systems SYS 324 48 16 ---- 5

Objectives:

The objectives of the Urinary System module are to enable the student to:

1. Acquire sufficient knowledge of the structure of the urinary tract in order to

understand the normal function and common clinical abnormalities.

2. Acquire skill and working knowledge for understanding of the principles and

concepts applicable to the urinary system.

3. Appreciate the role of the kidneys in controlling the volume and composition of

body fluid and the way in which they respond to departures from normal

parameters of volume, electrolyte concentration and systematic haemodynamics.

4. Understand renal cellular function in order to comprehend the basis of relevant

therapeutics.

Module Content:

The contents of the Urinary System module include the structure, function, pathology

and common clinical notes of the kidney, ureter, bladder and urethra. It also includes the

histology, embryology, pharmacology, and clinical skills related to the urinary system.

The instructional methods of this module include lectures, tutorials/seminars,

practicals, clinical skills lab, problem-based learning, case presentation, as well as

independent learning sessions.

Module Texts:

1- Renal Pathophysiology. By Rose. Lippincott williams & Wilkins. 2- Smith’s General Urology. By Tanagho. Mc Graw- Hill

Medical Ethics and Islamic Ethics in Medicine Modules I and II



Medical Ethics and

Islamic Ethics in

Medicine-I

INT 312 14 ---- ---- 1

Medical Ethics and

Islamic Ethics in

Medicine-II

INT 313 14 ---- ---- 1

Objectives:

The objectives of the Medical Ethics module are to enable the student to observe Islamic

principles and ethics in his/her medical practice and be able to explain the principles on

which ethical decisions are based especially on Islamic teachings and the existing law.

Module Content:

The contents of the module deal with: Islamic principles and ethics in medical practice,

doctor-patient relationships and communications, duties of physicians towards patient and

community practices in the allocation of resources, emerging ethical problems & Islamic فقة in health and disease.

Module Texts:

الهيئة السعىدية للتخصصبت الصحية. -أخالقيبت مهنة الطت 1

بمية ثيروت الطجيت ادة وفقه تأليف د/ زهير أحمذ السيذ و د/ محمذ عجذ الجبر، النبشر دار التعليم دمشق والذار الش 2

Nutrition and Metabolism



Nutrition and Metabolism SYS 325 16 ---- ---- 1

Objectives

The objectives of the Nutrition and Metabolism module are to enable the student to 1. Study the relation of diet to the energy requirements and other needs of the body.

2. Study the composition of diet required in various conditions of health and disease

states.

3. Study the effect of deficiency or overload of certain diet components on health.

4. Study the control of thermal content and temperature of the body.

Module Content:

This module contains information on composition of diet in health and disease states

and the effect of dietary deficiency or overload on health. It also studies the relation of diet

to energy production and the control of thermal content and temperature of the body.

Module Texts:

1. Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews (Biochemistry), Champe, Pamela. & Harvey.

Williams & Wilkins.

2. Textbook of Biochemistry with Clinical Correlations, by Devlin, Wiley.

3. Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry. Murray, and others. Lange.

Gastro-intestinal System



The gastrointestinal

system SYS 326 68 21 ---- 6

Objectives:

The objectives of the gastro-intestinal system module are to enable the student to:

1. Learn the normal the structure (gross and histological), function and development of

the human gastro-intestinal system and compare it with abnormal structure and

function

2. Understand the assessment of the gastro-intestinal system and how its function is altered in common disease states.

3. Acquire skills and working knowledge of the principles and concepts applicable to

the gastro-intestinal system in general.

4. Recognize the basis for of common clinical conditions and disorders, with

performing simple clinical procedures related to the gastro-intestinal system

5. Learn the basic principles of management of gastro-intestinal illnesses.

Module Content:

The contents of this gastro-intestinal system module include the function, structure and

development of the gastro-intestinal system. The pathology and common diseases of different

etiology of the gastro-intestinal system and their management are also included.

The instructional methods of this module include lectures, tutorials/seminars, practical,

clinical skills lab, problem-based learning, case presentations as well as independent learning

sessions.

Module Texts:

The Digestive System. By Smith & Morton. Churchill Livingstone.

Central Nervous System and Special Senses



Central Nervous System

and Special Senses SYS 327 85 14 ---- 7

Objectives:

The objectives of the Central Nervous System & Special Senses module are to enable the

student to:

1. Learn the basic topography of the Head and Neck and its development;

2. Understand the overall organization of the Central Nervous System and the location

of the fundamental relation between nervous system structure and function as

illustrated by both normal and pathological conditions.

3. Study the structure and organization of special senses in relation to normal and

abnormal functions.

4. Acquire skills and working knowledge of the principles and concepts applicable to

the CNS and special senses, in general.

5. Acquire skills of data acquisition, analysis and problem solving in the context of the

structure and function of the CNS.

Module Content:

The content of this CNS and special senses module include the function, structure and

development of the CNS and the special senses. Also, it includes the pathology and common

diseases affecting them. The management of these diseases is also included.

The instructional methods of this module include lectures, tutorials/seminars, practicals,

clinical skills lab, PBL, case presentations as well as independent learning sessions.

Module Texts:

1- Review of Medical Physiology. By Ganong. Applleton & Lange.

2- Neuroanatomy: An Illustrated color Text. By Crossman & Neary. Churchill Livingstone.

Forensic Medicine & Toxicology



Forensic Medicine and

Toxicology INT 311 22 8 ---- 2

Objectives: The objectives of the Forensic Medicine & Toxicology module are to enable the student to:

1. Study the fundamentals of forensic medicine and toxicology.

2. Acquire the knowledge about the gross changes of medico-legal significance.

Module Content: The content of this module includes the different methods of identification of human

corpses and the verification of the causes of injury and death. It also includes the different

analytical methods for medico-legal cases. The diagnosis and management of common and

highly dangerous poisons are also included.

Module Texts: Handbook of Poisoning, Preventive, Diagnosis & Treatment. By Dreisbach. Lange

Medical Publishers.

Elective Module: Genetic Basis of Body Functions

Module Code No. Module Units

Credit Hours Theoretical Practical Training

Genetic Basis of Body

Functions ELC 341 15 ---- ---- 1

Objectives

This module is for third year students. The aim is to introduce the genetic basis of the body

function mechanisms, and to enable the student to apply the basic knowledge of physiology

on a clinical scale.

Module Contents:

The contents of the course contain metabolic and molecular bases of inherited

diseases, evaluation and treatment of myopathies, genetic basis of complex sexual behaviors,

communications through body odors, and pathogenesis and treatment of sickle cell anemia.

The methods of instruction consist of a series of lectures and clinically oriented tutorials.

Module Texts:

1. Handbook of Physiology: Section 14: Cell physiology by Hoffman and Jamieson, Oxford

University Press.

2. The metabolic and molecular basis of inherited diseases, Seriver et al. McGraw-Hill.

Elective Module: Cell Culture



Cell Culture ELC 342 10 5 ---- 1

Objectives:

The objectives of this module are to enable the students to:

1. Describe the basics of cell culture techniques and media preparation.

2. Recognize primary cell lines, maintenance of culture and essentials for spotting.

3. Explain cell culture contamination, cell subculture and storage by cryopresrvation in

liquid nitrogen vapor.

Module contents:

A. Lectures: 1-Introduction to cell, tissue, and organ culture

2-Cell culture media and cell feeding

3-Cell growth and growth curve

4-Primary cell culture and subculture trypsinization

5 -Cryopreservation

6-Cell contamination

7-Cell passage, confluent, subconfluent, and superconfluents cell layer sprouting

8-Setting cell culture facility laminar flow hood, inverted microscope, CO2 incubator

autoclave

9- Techniques for cell isolation, culture enzymatic dissociation, mechanical explants

and avoiding and solving problems

10-The present and future prospects

B. Practical: 1 -Aseptic technique, preparation and sterilization of used items (glassware. pipettes,

etc.), laboratory safety and biohazards

2 -Primary cell culture and collagenase isolation technique.

3- Cell counting and platting of cells onto culture flask

4- Cell feeding.

5-Cell subculture

Module texts: 1- Cell and tissue culture for medical research. by Doley and Griffith. John, Wiley and

Stones.

2- Methods and Tissue Culture: Vol. 1 by Moscoma., Trowell. And Willmer. Academic

Press.

Elective Module: Biological Micro-techniques



Biological Micro-

techniques ELC 343 8 10 ---- 1

Objectives:

This module will help the students to develop practical skills and provides essential

information about the methods of preparing the cells and tissues for light and electron

microscopic examination.

Module Contents:

This course includes lectures and laboratory work for tissue sampling, fixation, tissue

processing, microtomy, including frozen, and theory of staining and its practical implications.

The methods of instruction consist of a series of lectures, tutorials or seminars and laboratory

skills training sessions in practice of histological techniques.

Module textbooks:

1. Theory and practice of histological techniques by Bancroft and Gamble Churchill &

Livingstone.

2. Histological Technique by Carleton , Drury and Wallington, Oxford University Press.

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Elective Module: Cytopathology



Cytopathology ELC 344 15 ---- ---- 1

Objectives

The objectives of this module are to enable the students to recognize the concepts of exfoliate

and aspiration biopsy cytology and its application in the diagnosis of many human diseases ,

most importantly cancer.

Module Content:

The contents of the course consist of introduction, preparation methods, exfoliative cytology

of female genital tract, nipple discharge, buccal smears and sputum, fine needle aspiration of

breast, lymph node and thyroid. The instructional methods include lectures, tutorials, and

seminars.

Module Text:

1. Essentials of exfoliative cytology: Gia-Khan Nguyen, Tildes Kline, Igaku-Shoin New

York-Tokyo.

2. Essentials of Aspiration Biopsy cytology: Gia-Khan Nguyen, Tildes Kline, Igaku-Shoin

New York-Tokyo.

3. Ackerman’s Surgical pathology: Juan Rosa Mosby Company.

Elective Module: Basic Molecular techniques



Basic Molecular

techniques ELC 345 15 ---- ---- 1

Objectives

The objective of this module is to enable the students to have a broader spectrum about

different molecular techniques, their principles and application. By the end of this course the

student will be able to know the concept of cloning and their application in medical field,

genotyping and it importance and DNA fingerprinting.

Module content

The contents of this module consist of PCR basic principles, different methods for

identification of PCR products. Real-time PCR and its advantages over the routinely used

PCR techniques. Cloning and it applications in medical field. Genotyping its application and

different techniques used with special reference to Hepatitis C virus. DNA sequencing

principles and application. DNA fingerprinting principles with special reference to its

application in forensic medicine in case of disputed paternity. The methods of instruction

consist of lectures and tutorials.

Module texts:

1. Molecular Biology of the Cell by Schmid. The American society for cell biology

2. DNA Structure and Function by Sindena. ademic Press.

3.. Molecular Techniques in Medicine by Hildebrandt , Igarashi , eds Springer-Verlag

Elective Module: Immuno-histochemistry



Immuno-histochemistry ELC 346 8 7 ---- 1

Objectives:

The objectives of this module are to enable the student to:

1- Define the basis of immunohistochemical techniques.

2- Explain the benefits of using this method in histopathological diagnosis.

3- Describe the steps of the technique.

Module contents:

The contents of this module include: Introduction to immunohistochemistry, Tissue

processing, Antigen retrieval, and Immunohistochemical technique.

Module texts:

1- Introduction to immunocytochemistry by Polak, Noorden, Publisher: Taylor and

Francis Group.

2- Microscopy, immunohistochemistry and antigen retrieval methods for light and

electron microscopy by Hayat, Publisher: Plenum.