Electives - Course descriptions

202 Conversational Chinese II
Continuation of Conversational Chinese I. (2/20)

206 Conversational Korean I
Basic vocabulary and phrases for students who plan to visit or study in Korea. (2/20)

207Conversational Korean II
Continuation of Conversational Korean I. (2/20)

444 Oriental and Western Therapeutic Exercise
An introduction to Oriental and Western Therapeutic exercise to treat disease, traumatic injury, and accelerate the physical rehabilitation of the body. Indications, contraindications, and therapeutic effects of exercise will be discussed. 
Prerequisites: 313 Anatomy and Physiology III; 351N Introduction to Acupuncture I; 361 Fundamental Theories of Chinese Medicine; and 365N Five Elements. (3/30)

461 Ching The Book of Changes
"Without understanding the I Ching, it is not possible to become a supreme doctor." Sun Si-Miao. An introduction to one of the oldest extant Chinese Classics, this course will present various methods of casting Hexagrams and the theories needed to interpret them. Examinations of Future and Inner Hexagrams, Trigrams, and moving lines will be covered with emphasis on the medical indications of the Trigrams and Hexagrams. 
Prerequisite: 361 Fundamental Theories of Chinese Medicine. (3/30)

462 Feng Shui: Chinese Geomancy I
Feng Shui is a form of geomancy which examines how to align ourselves, our buildings and interiors with the energy fields around us. This class introduces the theoretical foundations, history and origins, East-West teaching, and the Eight Orientations of a building. 
Prerequisite: 361 Fundamental Theories of Chinese Medicine. (2/20)

463 Feng Shui: Chinese Geomancy II
A continuation of 462 Feng Shui: Chinese Geomancy I, this class will examine more in depth understanding of magnetic field theory, magnetic field number system, use of a geomancer's compass (10 p'an), and more practical application exercises. 
Prerequisite: 462 Feng Shui: Chinese Geomancy 1. (2/20)

464 Feng Shui: Chinese Geomancy III
Application of advanced theory to more case studies. This class will focus more on the step by step process for doing advanced level analysis out in the field. Students team up to do field exercises. Class meetings will include discussions on advanced magnetic field number systems, number combinations and their significance. Certification from the American Feng Shui Institute issued upon successful test evaluation. Prerequisite:

539 Herbs of America
Identification of herbs native to and/or available in North America; substitutions for Chinese herbs.
Prerequisite: 334 Chinese HerbologylV. (2/20)

554 Korean Constitutional Acupuncture
An introduction to theory and techniques of Korean Constitutional Acupuncture common to Korean practitioners. 
Prerequisite: 458 Acupuncture Techniques II. (3/30)

561-69 Oriental Medical Therapeutics
A series of advanced courses in specialized subjects in Oriental Medicine. Admission with consent of the instructor.
561 OMT 1: Psychological Disorders (3/30)
562 OMT 2: Pediatrics (3/30)
563 OMT 3: Respiratory Disorders (3/30)
564 OMT4: Cardiovascular Disorders (3/30)
565 OMT 5: Gastrointestinal Disorders (3/30)
566 OMT 6: Advanced Gynecology (3/30)
567 OMT 7: Pain and Related Conditions (3/30)
568 OMT 8: Yellow Emperor s Classics (3/30)
569 OMT 9: Ophthalmology (3/30)

570-75 Classics of Chinese Medicine
A series of advanced studies of the Chinese Classics. Admission with consent of the instructor.
570CMM 1: Survey of the Classics (3/30)
571CMM 2: Treatise on Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun) (3/30)
572CMM 3: Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Coffer (Jin Gui YaoLue) (3/30)
573CCM 4: Studies of Thermic Diseases (Wen BingXue) (3/30)
574CCM 5: Great Compendium of Acumoxatherapy(ZhenJiu Da Cheng) (3/30)
575CCM 6: Oriental Doctor's Treasured Reference (Dong Eui Bo Gam) (3/30)

576 OMT 10: Orthopedics
An introduction to acupuncture orthopedic evaluation and treatment. This class will examine the twelve traditional muscle channels, mechanisms of acupuncture in pain and muscular dysfunction, trigger points and referred pain, and skills related to functional assessment and treatment.
Prerequisites: Completion of all Point Location and Acupuncture Technique courses. Recommended Preparation: 444 Oriental and Western Therapeutic Exercise; 541 Tuina I. (3/30)

577 OMT 11: Stroke Rehabilitation
This class will examine the various traditional Chinese therapeutics used in the field of physical rehabilitation with emphasis on stroke rehabilitation. Acupuncture techniques (including scalp acupuncture), and therapeutic exercises will be covered.
Prerequisites: Completion of all Point Location and Acupuncture Technique courses. Recommended Preparation: 444 Oriental and Western Therapeutic Exercise; 541 Tuina I. (3/30)

580 Seminar
The University frequently offers seminars presented by a member of the faculty, a guest lecturer or a Foreign Scholar. Students may enroll for credit if they have the appropriate academic preparation for the subject matter. (Credits variable)

581 Special Topics
A student or group of students may petition the University to offer a topic of study not regularly scheduled. (Credits variable)

582 Thesis
A library and/or clinical research project of a topic related to Oriental medicine, including a written report and an oral presentation before the faculty and students. 
Prerequisite. Consent of the Dean. (Credits variable)

640 Herbal Formula Construction II
Advanced study and experience in the construction and preparation of herbal formulae. 
Prerequisite: 540 Herbal Formula Construction I. (3/30)

656 Auricular Acupuncture
Advanced techniques in auricular acupuncture. (2/20)

657 Scalp Acupuncture
Advanced techniques in the various systems of scalp acupuncture with emphasis on physical rehabilitation. 
Prerequisites: Completion of all Acupuncture Technique Classes. (2/20)

658 Korean Hand Acupuncture
Introduction to the study of the points, meridians, usages, and benefits of Korean Hand Acupuncture. 
Prerequisites: 354 Microsystems; 355 Acupuncture Therapeutics I. (3/30)

659 Japanese Meridian Therapy
Introduction to Japanese meridian therapy and its practice in Japan and America. This course covers palpatory techniques as a means of diagnosis, and Japanese needling and moxibustion techniques for the treatment of a variety of syndromes. Prerequisite: 353N Acupuncture Point Energetics;

684A Advanced Clinical Internship A
A continuation of Clinical Internship training with advanced responsibilities for patient care having the minimal amount of supervision as required bylaw. (2/40)

684B Advanced Clinical Internship B
A continuation of Clinical Internship training with advanced responsibilities for patient care having the minimal amount of supervision as required bylaw. (4/80)

684C Advanced Clinical Internship C
A continuation of Clinical Internship training with advanced responsibilities for patient care having the minimal amount of supervision as required bylaw. (6/120)

684D Advanced Clinical Internship D
A continuation of Clinical Internship training with advanced responsibilities for patient care having the minimal amount of supervision as required bylaw. (8/160)

693 Oriental Medical Research
Critical review of the extant research literature concerning the effective ness of acupuncture and Oriental medicine in treating various disorders and patterns of imbalance. Consideration of limitations of past research and formulation of future research directions. Prerequisites: 361 Fundamental Theories of Chinese Medicine;(3/30)

698 State Board Review: Written Examination
A thorough review of all main areas covered by the California Acupuncture Licensing Examination.

699 State Board Review: Practical Examination
A hands on review of all areas outlined by the Acupuncture Committee's Guide for the California Acupuncture Licensing Examination Clinical Examination.