May 09, 2024  
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
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UNLV Graduate Courses


 
  
  • OCT 757 - Introduction to Social Determinants of Health


    Credits 2

    Explores concepts surrounding the social determinants of health: root causes of ill health and the importance of addressing them in and with communities in order to improve individual health outcomes.

    Grading
    Letter Grade

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-749).

  
  • OCT 758 - Fieldwork ID


    Credits 1

    Develops pediatric practice skills at a clinical site in the community with children/adolescents. Emphasis on applying academic knowledge into treatment with children/adolescents and developing observational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

    Grading
    S/U

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-749).

  
  • OCT 760 - Fieldwork IIB


    Credits 6

    Placed in a healthcare facility for 12 weeks on a full-time basis to develop competencies as an entry-level practitioner in a specific practice. This fieldwork experience may be with adults, older adults, children or adolescents.

    Grading
    S/U

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-758).

    Corequisite
    OCT 761 

  
  • OCT 761 - Professional Dev Seminar II


    Credits 2

    Focuses on the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice documents with application to practice situations using an ethical decision-making format. Explores professional development options through participation in local, state, national, and international associations.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-758).

    Corequisite
    OCT 760 

  
  • OCT 762 - Health Poli & Advoc


    Credits 2

    Explores current healthcare policies, legislation, reimbursement models, and their impact on the delivery of occupational therapy practice. Emphasis on identifying issues that require advocacy efforts and participating in advocacy events.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-761).

  
  • OCT 763 - OT Leadership III


    Credits 2

    Examines the promotion of the profession of occupational therapy; highlights maintaining ongoing professional competencies after registration; and explores alternative roles for employment as an occupational therapist.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 720-761).

  
  • OCT 764 - Teaching & Learning II


    Credits 3

    Preparation as future educators in occupational therapy by exploring instructional design, teaching/learning processes, and pathways to academic positions.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken coursework in the OTD program (OCT 721-761).

  
  • OCT 765 - Emerging Practice Primary Care


    Credits 2

    Explores innovative, non-traditional, community-based practice areas for occupational therapists focusing on primary care delivery models and managing chronic conditions while reducing costs and improving population health.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-761).

  
  • OCT 766 - Systematic Reviews


    Credits 2

    Conduct systematic reviews through critical analyses of the occupational therapy research literature. Development of research questions, determination of inclusion/exclusion criteria, literature searches, critical evaluation of research articles, and synthesis of findings into a systematic review paper and poster presentation.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-749).

  
  • OCT 768 - Fieldwork IE


    Credits 1

    Examines fieldwork in the community as an emerging practice area: underserved population and/or rural practice. Emphasis on applying academic knowledge into treatment of underserved populations and further developing observational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

    Grading
    S/U

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD program (OCT 721-761).

  
  • OCT 800 - Capstone Preparation


    Credits 3

    Selecting an area of emphasis in occupational therapy including clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and/or theory development.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-761).

  
  • OCT 801 - Capstone Experience


    Credits 8

    Placement at a community agency on a full-time basis for a 14-week in-depth culminating experience with mentors.

    Grading
    S/U

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum.

    Corequisite
    OCT 802 

  
  • OCT 802 - Capstone Project


    Credits 4

    Culminating experience project that requires data collection/analysis, evaluation of outcomes, and dissemination. Areas include: clinical practice skills, research skills, administration, leadership, program and policy development, advocacy, education, and/or theory development.

    Grading
    Letter Grade.

    Prerequisites
    Admission to the OTD program and successful completion of all previously taken courses in the OTD curriculum (OCT 721-800).

    Corequisite
    OCT 801 

  
  • ORTH 8001 - Introduction to Orthodontics


    Credits 4

    An introduction and overview of the specialty of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics to prepare the orthodontic resident for advanced education in this dental specialty.

  
  • ORTH 8011 - Cephalometrics


    Credits 2

    To discuss the history, development and the use of cephalometrics in clinical orthodontic practice. This course will cover the basic principles of Cephalometric analysis and describe developing as well as established skeletal Class I, II & III discrepancies.

  
  • ORTH 8102 - Clinical Specialty Seminars I


    Credits 2

    Clinical Specialty Seminars I

  
  • ORTH 8103 - Clinical Specialty Seminars II


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the one-hour clinical seminars that will proceed all clinical sessions. The purpose of these seminars is for the faculty to preview the daily clinic schedule and prepare the residents for the proceedures to be performed during that clinic session.

  
  • ORTH 8104 - Clinical Specialty Seminars III


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the one-hour clinical seminars that will proceed all clinical sessions. The purpose of these seminars is for the faculty to preview the daily clinic schedule and prepare the residents for the procedures to be performed during that clinic session.

  
  • ORTH 8201 - Introduction to Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 4

    An introduction and overview of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty. Clinical attire, policies, procedures and professionalism will be discussed.

  
  • ORTH 8202 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the resident will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/ or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8203 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic maloclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8204 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the clinical sessions which provides the resident a more advanced level of material regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. These clinical sessions are used to further evaluate residents diagnostic and treatment planning skills as well as their execution of the treatment plan. Progress is measured by interaction with attending faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8205 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8206 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 12

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8207 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 12

    This course provides Orthodontics Residents a more advanced level of material regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. Residents build on their previous knowledge and experience. Residents are taught various finishing techniques and how to choose the proper retention per individual cases. Actual progress is compared to pretreatment projections. If progress is not on schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. Residents must prepare ABO written presentations for their 6 finished cases.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • ORTH 8208 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • ORTH 8209 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • ORTH 8210 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • ORTH 8415 - Advanced Biomedical Sciences


    Credits 2

     This advanced continuum provides an in-depth update in clinically related topics in growth and development, oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral medicine, and systemic diseases that affect the oral cavity.   

    Prerequisites
    ORTH 8414

  
  • ORTH 8512 - Biomechanical Principles


    Credits 2

    The biomechanics course aims to teach the first year orthodontic residents basic principles of tooth movement. It will include definitions of force vectors, force application and various biological responses based on mechanical principles.

  
  • ORTH 8513 - Growth and Development


    Credits 2

    GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

    Grading
    Letter grade

  
  • ORTH 8515 - Orthognathic Surgery


    Credits 2

    Discussion of ethical issues and patient management as well as familiarize residents with clinical integration of dental specialties in preparation for the written QE board exams.

    Grading
    S/F

  
  • ORTH 8518 - Orthodontic Materials


    Credits 2

    This course is comprised of seminar discussions of materials used in the practice of orthodontics. Students will demonstrate an understanding of: the characterization of contemporary materials, methods of testing, clinical use, and health and safety concerns with the use of common materials. This course will also provide the foundation for developing a research project involving orthodontic materials.

  
  • ORTH 8602 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8603 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic.  This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

  
  • ORTH 8604 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty.

  
  • ORTH 8605 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty, followed by a comprehensive discussion of every case.

  
  • ORTH 8606 - Diagnosis, Treatment Plan and Case Presentation


    Credits 8

    DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT PLAN AND CASE PRESENTATION

  
  • ORTH 8607 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study, diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

    Notes
    S/F grading

  
  • ORTH 8803 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

    Introduction to analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics, including classification of study designs, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature. Residents participate in critical review of research in orthodontics and craniofacial biology throughout their education and in preparation for the ABO examination.

  
  • ORTH 8804 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

    A continuation and progressively advanced level of analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics, including classification of study designs, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature. Residents participate in critical review of research in orthodontics and craniofacial biology throughout their education and in preparation for the American Board of Orthodontics certification examination.

  
  • ORTH 8805 - Literature Review


    Credits 2

    LITERATURE REVIEW/JOURNAL CLUB

    Grading
    S/F

  
  • ORTH 8808 - Literature Review IV


    Credits 1

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics including, classification of study design, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature.

  
  • ORTH 8910 - Craniofacial Anomalies


    Credits 2

    Introduce diagnostic and treatment planning principles of interdisciplinary team aproach, as well as, provide a sound basis for clinical examination, diagnosis and team management of patients with severe malocclusion associated with birth defects and craniofacial anomalies.

  
  • PAF 701 - Origins and Development of Public Policy in America


    Credits 3

    Examines the development of public policy in America especially as it is driven by citizen’s needs. In addition, it examines the impact of public policy on society.

    Same as
    PUA 751

    Prerequisites
    Graduate standing.

  
  • PAF 702 - Role of Government in Society


    Credits 3

    Evaluates the challenges of public policymaking and the moral responsibilities of public actors in a democracy. Looks at the underlying theories used to debate what government should do in society.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into a Ph.D. program or permission of instructor.

  
  • PAF 703 - Institutions and Policy Decisions


    Credits 3

    Explores the classical and contemporary approaches and issues in the study of institutional theories and the formal and informal contexts of democratic governance. Analysis from a rational choice perspective of how indivdiuals within institutions make public policy decisions. 

    Prerequisites
    Admission into program.

  
  • PAF 704 - Public Affairs as a Profession


    Credits 1

    This course is part of the doctoral program in public affairs and is designed for students to understand potential career opportunities with a Ph.D. in Public Affairs. Understanding the norms and expectations in the profession are addressed, and attention is given to expectations, strategies, and preparation for the job market to better understand what students can do with their Ph.D. degrees in public affairs.

    Prerequisites
    Admitted to a PhD program.

  
  • PAF 705 - Intellectual and Historical Foundations in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Approaches the evolution of key theories across the field of public affairs. Provides a historical perspective of the intellectual underpinnings of public administration, public management, institutions and organizations, and public policy.

    Same as
    No

    Grading
    Letter Grade

  
  • PAF 710 - Theory and Design of Research


    Credits 3

    Designed to develop in students the role of theory in designing research applicable to issues studied in public affairs. Beginning course in the Public Affairs Ph. D. program’s analytical studies sequence.

    Prerequisites
    Admission into program.

  
  • PAF 711 - Advanced Seminar in Quantitative Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Students in this course will become familiar with the conceptual foundations and appropriate applications of major social scientific approaches to data-gathering and analysis, with emphasis on quantitative multivariate analysis.

    Prerequisites
      or permission of instructor.

  
  • PAF 713 - Qualitative Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Qualitative methods with emphasis on public policy and public affairs.

    Grading
    Letter grade

    Prerequisites
    PAF 710  and PAF 711  or departmental approval. 

  
  • PAF 717 - Theory and Practice of Public Sector Survey Research


    Credits 3

    Provides theoretical and applied components of survey research. Students learn the basics of all elements of the survey process. Students will participate in an actual survey.

    Same as
    (PUA 727)

    Prerequisites
    Admission to a graduate program.

  
  • PAF 752 - Social Policy, the Individual, and Society


    Credits 3

    Examines moral and other dimensions of social policy; frameworks for the analysis and development of social policy; the social construction of social problems; the role of social science in informing social policy; and social policies as manifestations of a society’s values.

  
  • PAF 780 - Geographic Information System and Spatial Analysis for Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Explanatory spatial data analysis methods. Modeling of the spatial structure of various socioeconomic and demographic dynamics using GIS technologies. Using spatial analysis to analyze and develop policy.

    Grading
    Letter grade

  
  • PAF 795 - Directed Readings in Public Affairs


    Credits 3

    Student, under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, conducts additional readings on a topic previously explored in doctoral coursework.

    Notes
    Student may repeat the course for a total of six credits.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of core couse work and approval of the Graduate Director.

  
  • PAF 797 - Independent Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3-6

    Student, under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, conducts research on a topic within the public affairs program areas. Completion of the research should produce a publishable manuscript.

    Prerequisites
    Completion of core course work and approval of the Graduate Director.

  
  • PAF 799 - Dissertation Research in Public Affairs


    Credits 3 - 6

    Research, analysis, and writing on a topic that makes an original contribution of knowledge to the field of public affairs. Upon completion, students defend the dissertation. Students are expected to enroll in six credits a semester until the dissertation is completed; however, only twelve credits may be counted toward the degree.

    Grading
    S/F grading only

    Prerequisites
    Completion of all course work and approval of Committee Chair.

  
  • PED 703 - Readings in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation


    Credits 1

    Designed to acquaint advanced students with recent professional literature in health, physical education, and recreation.

    Notes
    Weekly conference periods conducted.

  
  • PED 705 - Philosophy of Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Study of philosophical thought influencing physical education programs in the United States.

  
  • PED 710 - Curriculum in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Study of the physical education curriculum and the process of developing a physical education guide.

  
  • PED 714 - Analysis of Teaching Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Explores a spectrum of research-based analytical tools for the systematic description, analysis and interpretation of the teaching process. Various theories of teaching and the instructional styles that complement them.

  
  • PED 715 - Supervision of Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Concepts, principles, and techniques of supervision for use by superintendents, supervisors, and teachers in the supervision of physical education programs.

  
  • PED 720 - Issues and Trends in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Identifying, analyzing, and evaluating recent developments in physical education with special emphasis on the problems of the student in an area of specialization.

  
  • PED 721 - Sport Facility and Risk Management


    Credits 3

    Provides students with an understanding of sport event and facility management. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills to evaluate functions of the facility which relate to risk analysis and event management with a specific focus on interscholastic and intercollegiate environments.

  
  • PED 731 - Financing Sport and Athletic Programs


    Credits 3

    Conventional income sources such as tax support, bonds, ticket sales, concessions and fund raising, along with more recent innovations related to licensing and corporate sponsorships for sport events will be studied. Specific focus will also include budgeting, breakeven analysis and economic impact studies used to justify sport events and facilities.

  
  • PED 732 - Collegiate Athletic Administration


    Credits 3

    Course will provide the student with an understanding of the relationships inherent in policy development in intercollegiate sport. Through analysis of literature, NCAA guidelines and current issues, students will experience the expectations placed on a sport administrator in a collegiate environment, including policy implementation, interpretation and compliance with NCAA rules.

  
  • PED 733 - Interscholastic Athletics


    Credits 3

    This course will provide students with the background and knowledge to administer interscholastic athletic programs. The students will have the opportunity to fulfill the class work toward a Registered Athletic Administrator as developed by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA).

    Prerequisites
    Graduate Standing

  
  • PED 748 - Professional Paper


    Credits 1 – 6

    Notes
    May be repeated but only two credits will be applied to a student’s program.

    Grading
    S/F grading only.

  
  • PED 750 - Biophysical Foundations of Physical Education and Sport


    Credits 3

    Integrative perspective of the biophysical foundations of physical education and sport. Emphasis on multidimensional changes that occur as an adaptation to training and other life-style factors.

  
  • PED 765 - Survey and Analysis of Professional Literature in Physical Education


    Credits 3

    Students review the current research and scholarly literature pertaining to physical education pedagogy. Articles, papers and research studies with special implications for teaching and curriculum are read, discussed and critically analyzed.

    Prerequisites
    PED 465 or consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 774 - College Teaching in Sports Education Leadership


    Credits 3

    Course provides the opportunity to develop pedagogical knowledge relative to teaching in higher education. In addition, the course will also examine topics which include, development of critical reflection, assessment and evaluation, higher education culture, teaching strategies and alternative teaching styles.

  
  • PED 780 - Colloquium in Sports Education Leadership


    Credits 1

    Examines current research topics within the subdisciplines of physical education including sport pedagogy, motor development, motor behavior, athletic administration, and coaching. Students will present research, and lead discussions on possible research questions.

    Notes
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.

  
  • PED 790 - Independent Study in Athletic Administration


    Credits 1 – 3

    Independent study of a selected topic in athletic administration.

    Notes
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits. A maximum of six hours of independent study accumulated in PED 790-795 may be counted towards a master’s degree.

    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor.

  
  • PED 794 - Independent Study in Pedagogy


    Credits 1 – 3

    Independent study of a selected topic in pedagogy.

    Notes
    May be repeated to a maximum of six credits. A maximum of six hours of independent study accumulated in PED 790-795 may be counted towards a master’s degree.

    Prerequisites
    Consent of instructor.

  
  • PGDE 8312 - Independent Research I


    Credits 3

  
  • PGDE 8313 - Independent Research II


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the research requirements, facilities and direction necessary for the orthodontic residents to successfully complete their advanced education in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. 

  
  • PGDE 8314 - Independent Research III


    Credits 1

    Independent Research III

    Grading
    S/F

  
  • PGDE 8314 - Independent Research III


    Credits 3

    Independent Research III

  
  • PGDE 8315 - Independent Research III


    Credits 3

    This course continues with advanced levels of research and scientific methodology.  Topics include literature analysis, institutional review board (IRB), informed consent, experimental design, basic statistics, method development, data analysis and reporting.

  
  • PGDE 8316 - Independent Research


    Credits 3

    At the conclusion of this course, the Orthodontic Resident will be able to:

    1. Understand the scientific method as it applies to critical review of the literature and research design

    2. Understand literature search techniques and strategies as well as the different levels of research publications ranging from opinions, case reports, blinded studies, prospective research, randomized controlled clinical studies to systematic reviews.

    3. Complete an independent research project to include an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission to an appropriate peer-reviewed scientific journal

    4. Complete Master’s Thesis
     

  
  • PGDE 8317 - Independent Research VI


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis.  

    Notes
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8318 - Independent Research VII


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8319 - Independent Research VIII


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8402 - Biomedical Sciences Core I


    Credits 4

  
  • PGDE 8403 - Biomedical Sciences Core II


    Credits 4

  
  • PGDE 8415 - Advanced Biomedical Sciences


    Credits 2

  
  • PGDE 8503 - Interdisciplinary Diagnosis and Treatment Planning


    Credits 2

    This course provides Graduate Residents a background in the current state of the art for the major clinical disciplines.  The course is conducted as a literature review of current research with summary papers to be written in each of the topics.

  
  • PGDE 8516 - Adv Clin Sci: Radiology


    Credits 4

    Provide residents with digital maxillofacial radiolgy procedures and protocols.  Introduce residents to advanced maxillofacil radiology technology, i.e.; ConeBeam CT

  
  • PGDE 8517 - TMD


    Credits 2

    This course reviews appropriate literature of stomatognathic function, diagnosis and treatment of TM Disorders. The student will review the multi-factorial theory of TM Disorders and will distinguish simple TM Disorders vs. complex TM Disorders. A plan for management of TM disorders within their clinical discipline will be developed.

  
  • PGDE 8701 - PSC: Lit Review


    Credits 2

  
  • PGDE 8702 - Res Design


    Credits 2

  
  • PGDE 8703 - Research Methods II


    Credits 2

    This course will present relevant topics in the areas of practice management, ethics, nutrition and cultural diversity.  The application of these topics to the practice of orthodontics will be emphasized.

  
  • PGDE 8704 - Research Design


    Credits 2

    Research fundamentals and practical component involving research of topics using methodologies in different laboratories. Rotation through different laboratories; conduct a short project; and submit an article for publication. Allows knowledge application of systematic literature review, organization, synthesis of information, hypothesis design, research methodology, data organization, statistical analysis and scientific writing.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8715 - PSC: Practice Management


    Credits 2

  
  • PGDE 8900 - Thesis


    Credits 6

    Process of writing proposal and thesis, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by thesis committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8901 - Dissertation I


    Credits 6

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

  
  • PGDE 8902 - Dissertation II


    Credits 1

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

     

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PGDE 8903 - Dissertation III


    Credits 1

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  
  • PHIL 601 - Ancient Philosophy


    Credits 3

    Philosophy from the pre-Socratics to Plotinus, including the Sophists, Plato, Aristotle, the Epicureans, Stoics, Skeptics, and early Christian writers.

    Notes
    This course is crosslisted wtih PHIL 401. Credit at the 600-level requires additional work.

 

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