210 Human Biology
A general study of life systems designed as an introduction to the health
care sciences.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
214 Basic Physics
A study of the physical laws relevant to the study of acupuncture, including electro-magnetism, heat
and light. The electronic equipment used in acupuncture is reviewed and theories of
electro-acupuncture are emphasized.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
215 Basic Chemistry
The fundamentals of inorganic chemistry, with an introduction to organic chemistry. Emphasis is on
theory rather than mathematical formulations.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
216 Organic and Biochemistry
An introduction to physiological chemistry, including basic cellular biology, metabolism, and the
structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids basic to the study of
nutrition.
Prerequisites: 214 Basic Physics; 215 Basic Chemistry. (3/30)
217 Western Nutrition
A study of the biochemical aspects of nutrition, including micro- and macro-nutrients, and the
diseases resulting from their deficiency.
Prerequisite: 216 Organic and Biochemistry. (3/30)
218 History of Medicine and Acupuncture
A survey of the history and development of healing systems, with emphasis on Oriental models in
contrast to Western approaches.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
220 Western Medical Terminology
A study of Western medical terminology and nomenclature, including major prefixes, roots and
suffixes.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
310 Topographic Anatomy
A study of human surface anatomy, including those landmarks important to the location of
acupuncture meridians and points. Recommended Preparation: 210 Human Biology. (3/30)
311 Anatomy and Physiology I
A study of human anatomy and physiology including the organization
of the body and the skeletal and muscular systems, lymphatic, immune and cardiovascular systems.
Prerequisites: 210 Human Biology; 215 Basic Chemistry; 220 Western Medical Terminology; 310 Topographic
Anatomy. (3/30)
312 Anatomy and Physiology II
A study of the urinary system; fluid and electrolyte balance; reproductive, respiratory and digestive
systems.
Prerequisite: 311 Anatomy and Physiology I. (3/30)
313 Anatomy and Physiology III
A study of the nervous and endocrine systems, genetics, growth and development.
Prerequisite: 311 Anatomy and Physiology I. (3/30)
422 Psychology of Patient Care
A study of relationships between patients and therapists, including personal understanding, self
actualization, communication, and trust in a therapeutic environment.
Prerequisite: 606 Clinical Observation JIB; 607 Clinical Observation II: Case Presentations. (3/30)
425 Western Pathology I
An introduction to Basic Pathology: Cell Pathology, Inflammation and Repair, Environmental and
Genetic Disorders, Hemodynamic and Hematological Disorders, Immunopathology, Neoplasia.
Prerequisites: and 311-313 Anatomy and Physiology 1-111(3-30)
426 Western Pathology II
Study of pathology of the Respiratory, Digestive, Cardiovascular and Urinary systems.
Prerequisites: 425 Western Pathology I. (3-30)
427 Western Pathology III
Study of pathology of the Endocrine, Nervous Musculoskeletal, Hematopoietic and Lymphoid
systems; disorders of sensory organs.
Prerequisites 425 Western Pathology I. (3/30)
428 Western Physical Assessment
(New course)
Study of western physical diagnostic processes, emphasizing three clinical skills: history taking,
physical examination, and logical thinking. Includes physical examination of the head, nervous system,
thorax, and abdomen.
Prerequisite: 425-427 Western Pathology I-Ill. (3/30)
429 Medical Imaging and Laboratory Data
(New course)
Development of basic skills in reading and interpreting medical ../images
(X-ray, CT scan, MRI) and ordering, reading, and interpreting common
Western medical diagnostic tests.
Prerequisites: 216 Organic and Biochemistry; 425-427 Western Pathology III. (3/30)
491 Pharmacology
A survey of Western pharmacology, with emphasis on classification,
major actions, and side-effects of commonly prescribed medications;
including the effects of such drugs on Oriental diagnosis.
Prerequisite: 216 Organic and Biochemistry~ (3/30)
492 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
Certification course in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for primary health care professionals.
Class C; BLS Healthcare provider; level of CPR is required, which includes adults, infants and
children. Prerequisite: None. (0/8)
Note: All students who do not hold a current CPR card must take this course before
beginning 601 Clinical Observation I.
493 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation: Renewal
Certification course in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Class C; BLS Healthcare provider;
level of CPR is required, which includes adults, infants and children. (0/4)
Note: All students must hold a current CPR card before applying for licensure licensure in California, and are required to
complete this course during their last two quarters.
499 Survey of Health Care Systems
An overview of Western health care systems to promote effective communication with other
practitioners in order to make effective referrals and to better understand a patient's prior treatment.
Prerequisite: None. (3/30)
590 Clinical Aspects of Western Medicine I
Principles of Differential Diagnosis: Colds, Flu, Stuffy Nose, Sore Throat, and Cough; Shortness of
Breath; Chills and Fever, Palpitations, Fatigue, Insomnia; Heartburn and Indigestion; Nausea and/or
Vomiting Without Abdominal Pain; Constipation and Diarrhea; Jaundice; Edema.
Prerequisite: 426 Western Pathology II, 427 Western Pathology [II, 428 Western Physical Assessment, 429 Medical
imaging and Laboratory data, 491 Pharmacology (491 Pharmacology can be taken concurrently).
(3/30)
591 Clinical Aspects of Western Medicine II
Principles of Differential Diagnosis: Motor impairment and sensory Loss;
Itching and Other Skin Problems; Thirst, Hunger, Weight Loss and Weight Gain; Psychiatric Disorders; Urethral discharge and
Dysuria; Gynecological and Obstetric Problems; Impotence.
Prerequisite: 426 Western Pathology II, 427 Western Pathology III, 428 Western Physical Assessment, 429 Medical Imaging and Laboratory
data, 491 Pharmacology (491 Pharmacology can be taken concurrently). (3/30)
592 Clinical Aspects of Western Medicine III
Physiological and Pathophysiological mechanisms of pain. Basics of Contemporary pain management.
Principles of Differential Diagnosis: Headache; Facial pain; Earache, Dizziness, Vertigo, and Tinnitus; Chest pain and soft tissue pain;
Abdominal pain; Backache; Pain in upper and lower extremities.
Prerequisite: 426 Western Pathology II, 427 Western Pathology III, 428 Western Physical Assessment, 429 Medical Imaging and
Laboratory data, 491 Pharmacology (491 Pharmacology can be taken concurrently). (3/30)
681 Ethics and Legal and Professional Issues
Lectures, readings and discussions of ethics, jurisprudence, and current
issues that confront the modern health practitioner.
Prerequisite: 605/606 Clinical Observation II; 607 Clinical Observation II: Case Presentations.
(3/30)
687 Medical Billing (2/20)
Provides the student with information needed to apply acupuncture training in a businesslike manner in a number of clinical settings.
Prerequisite: 688 Clinic Management. (2/20)
688 Clinic Management
Discussions of the basic organization of the medical office and clinic, with emphasis on office
management, patient record keeping, billing procedures, legal responsibilities, and related topics.
Prerequisite: 382 Clinical Internship: Phase lB. (3/30)
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