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340.855.01
SS/R: Biological Basis of Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology

Location
East Baltimore
Term
4th Term
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
In-person
Class Time(s)
Monday, 3:30 - 5:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Other Year
Next Offered
2025 - 2026
Prerequisite

340.751, 340.752, 340.753

Description
Overview of cardiovascular pathophysiology specifically geared for students without a clinical medicine background. Topics covered include cardiovascular physiology, coronary heart disease, hypertension, heart failure, kidney disease, stroke, cardiovascular imaging, and electrocardiograms. Topics are covered by a combination of selected readings, invited speakers, and class discussions.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Discuss normal and abnormal cardiac and vascular anatomy and physiology
  2. Describe pathophysiologic processes involved in common cardiovascular disease states, including atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, and heart failure
  3. Describe biological mechanisms through which cardiovascular risk factors, including hypertension, kidney disease and diabetes, affect the cardiovascular system
  4. Identify the diagnostic techniques used to assess common cardiovascular disease states, including invasive and non-invasive imaging techniques
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 50% In-class Exercises
  • 50% Participation
Special Comments

location: Welch Center: 2024 E Monument St; Whelton Conf Room 2-600