Course Descriptions for a Selection of IHS Courses Heading link

Applied Health Sciences

AHS 200. Introduction to Integrated Health Sciences. 3 hours.

Overview of the biological, behavioral, economical, and socio-cultural determinants of health from the level of the gene to society. Contextualizes health into current behavioral and social theories and paradigms. Course Information: Taught as a blended course with both online content and face to face discussion sessions. No registration restrictions for LAS students.

AHS 304. Human Sexuality and Health Science. 3 hours.

Introduction to sexuality and sexual functioning across the lifespan with particular emphasis on the intersection of sexuality and health. Course Information: Taught as a blended course with both online content and face to face discussion sessions.

AHS 330. Physical and Mental Health Issues in Rehabilitation. 3 hours.

Introduces students to common diagnostic conditions seen in rehabilitation, the physical and mental health impact of each condition, and implications for independent living and community participation. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in AHS 210, or IHS major in AHS 200. Priority will be given to students in the BS in Rehabilitation Sciences but will be open to other students with approval.

AHS 375. Ethics, Law and Professionalism in Health Sciences. 3 hours.

Examination of the ethical, legal, and professional theories, issues, and decision-making process involved in health sciences and health care environments. Course Information: Priority to senior level students in BS in Rehabilitation Sciences and BS in Liberal Arts and Sciences, majors in Integrated Health Studies, but open to all UIC students

AHS 393. Synthesis in Health/Rehabilitation Sciences. 3 hours.

Designed to allow students to synthesize major course work and practical knowledge they have gained in pursuit of their career goal(s) and to revise or further develop their career plan. Course Information: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Previous field work required. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.

AHS 402. Health Inter-professional Seminar. 2 hours.

Exposure to a variety of healthcare providers in an effort to educate students to better provide patient care and consumer services and to deliver patient-centered care and consumer services as an interdisciplinary team. Course Information: Priority will be given to students in the BS in Rehabilitation Sciences.

Disability & Human Development

DHD 101. Disability in U.S. Society. 3 hours.

Explores the variety of approaches to understanding disability in personal, social, economic, artistic, and political contexts. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll ine one Lecture-Discussion and one Discussion. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

DHD 202. Disability, Health, and Society. 3 hours. 

The notion of disability and health through the use of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) focusing on influence of family, culture, and policies. Individual and Society course.

Human Nutrition

HN 196. Nutrition. 3 hours.

Provides a foundation in the basic principles of human nutrition in maintaining and promoting health through good dietary choices. Natural World – No Lab course.

HN 307. Human Nutrition and Metabolism. 3 hours. 

Human nutrient requirements and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals and non-nutritive substances found in foods. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): HN 196 and one semester of college level general chemistry; or consent of the instructor.

Kinesiology

KN 152. Introduction to Exercise Physiology and Health. 3 hours.

Provides students with the fundamental knowledge of the structure and function of the human body, particularly as it relates to the interaction between physical activity and health and disease. Course Information: Recommended background: High school chemistry, biology and/or physiology. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory-Discussion and one Lecture-Discussion. Natural World – With Lab course.

KN 237. Sport and Exercise Psychology. 3 hours. 

Presents the psychological basis for exercise and sport motivation and behavior. Focus on application of theoretical models of exercise and sport and psychological strategies to improve participation in exercise and improve sport performance. Course Information: Previously listed as KN 335. Credit is not given for KN 237 if the student has credit in KN 335.

KN 230. Anatomy and Physiology Lecture I. 3 hours.

The structure and function of mammalian cells and tissues and human skeletal, muscular and nervous systems are discussed. Integrating the functions of the various systems is emphasized. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Credit for KN 230 is not given if the student has credit in KN 251 or KN 253. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in BIOS 110 and cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5

KN 231. Anatomy and Physiology Lecture II. 3 hours.

The structure and function of the human endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, sensory, and reproductive systems are discussed. Integrating the functions of the various systems is emphasized. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): KN 230. Credit for KN 231 is not given if the student has credit in KN 252 or KN 254.

KN 232. Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I. 2 hours.

Course to complement KN 230. Includes wet and dry lab activities. Human cadavers used in instruction. Course Information: Credit for KN 232 is not given if the student has credit in KN 251 or KN 255. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in KN 230 or the equivalent.

KN 233. Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II. 2 hours.

Course to complement KN 231. Includes wet and dry lab activities. Human cadavers used in instruction. Course Information: Credit for KN 233 is not given if the student has credit in KN 252 or KN 256.Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in KN 231 or the equivalent.

KN 253. Human Anatomy and Physiology I. 4 hours.

The structure and function of mammalian cells and tissues and human skeletal, muscular and nervous systems are discussed. Integrating the functions of the various systems is emphasized. Course Information: Credit is not given for KN 253 if the student has credit for KN 251. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in BIOS 110; Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.

KN 254. Human Anatomy and Physiology II. 4 hours. 

The structure and function of the human endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, sensory, and reproductive systems. Emphasis on integrating the functions of the various systems. Course Information: Credit is not given for KN 254 if the student has credit for KN 252. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): KN 253; or KN 251.

BIOS 110. Biology of Cells and Organisms. 4 hours.

Introductory biology at the molecular, cellular, and organismal level. Topics include: Scientific skills, biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, cell division, molecular genetics, diversity, anatomy and physiology. Course Information: Previously listed as BIOS 100. Animals used in instruction. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR SCIENCE MAJORS. BIOS 110 and BIOS 120 may be taken in any order. Credit is not given for BIOS 110 if the student has credit in BIOS 100. Credit is not given for BIOS 104 if the student has credit in BIOS 100, BIOS 101, BIOS 110 or BIOS 120. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Laboratory-Discussion. Natural World – With Lab course.

BIOS 120. Biology of Populations and Communities. 4 hours.

Introductory biology at the level of populations and communities. Topics include: Scientific skills, evolution, Mendelian and population genetics, biological diversity, and ecological systems including ecosystem processes and human impacts. Course Information: Previously listed as BIOS 101. Animals used in instruction. This course is intended for science majors. BIOS 110 and BIOS 120 may be taken in any order. Credit is not given for BIOS 120 if the student has credit in BIOS 101. Credit is not given for BIOS 104 if the student has credit in BIOS 100, BIOS 101, BIOS 110 or BIOS 120. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Laboratory-Discussion. Natural World – With Lab course.

BIOS 220. Genetics. 3 hours.

Principles of genetics, gene and chromosome structure, gene expression, inheritance of complex traits, Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, genomes, and genetic engineering. Course Information: No credit may be applied toward the biological sciences major unless credit is also obtained for BIOS 221. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110; and BIOS 101 or BIOS 120. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Lecture.

BIOS 222. Cell Biology. 3 hours.

The physiological processes that govern cell function. Topics include enzyme kinetics, metabolism, membranes, membrane transport, electrical and chemical signaling, intracellular motors, motility, and junctions. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110.

BIOS 286. The Biology of the Brain. 3 hours. 

Survey of basic neurobiology. Brain structure, chemistry, development and control of behavior (sensation, movement, emotions, memory, cognition, sex). Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110.

BIOS 310. Genetics Laboratory. 2 hours. 

Advanced laboratory techniques in gene inheritance, expression and regulation using genetic engineering, molecular biology and bioinformatic and statistical analysis to study Mendelian, microbial, molecular, human and population genetics. Course Information: Previously listed as BIOS 221. Animals used in instruction. Credit is not given for BIOS 310 if student has credit in BIOS 221. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 220.

BIOS 312. Cell Biology Laboratory. 2 hours.

Laboratory training in advanced cell biology methods used in research and clinical settings. Microscopy, protein extraction and quantification, immunoassays, cell culture, experimental design, data analysis and scientific writing are emphasized. Course Information: Previously listed as BIOS 223. Credit is not given for BIOS 312 if the student has credit in BIOS 223. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent credit in BIOS 222.

 BIOS 320. Developmental Biology. 3 hours. 

Principles governing growth and differentiation from the molecular to the organismic level. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220.

 BIOS 321. Developmental Biology Laboratory. 3 hours. 

Laboratory problems in developmental biology. Course Information: Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 320.

BIOS 340. Environmental Physiology. 3 hours. 

The performance of an organism or group of organisms in the context of their natural environment and their evolutionary background. The organism as an integrated system rather than a collection of cellular or organ processes. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110; and BIOS 101 or BIOS 120.

BIOS 343. Animal Physiological Systems. 3 hours. 

How the human body works including digestive, neuromuscular, sensory, respiratory, excretory, endocrine and cardiovascular systems using examples across animal species and human case studies. Course Information: Previously listed as BIOS 240. Credit is not given for BIOS 343 if student has credit in BIOS 240. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110; and BIOS 101 or BIOS 120. Recommended background: BIOS 222.

BIOS 350. General Microbiology. 3 hours. 

An introduction to the morphology, staining, genetics, physiology and biochemistry of microbial life. Medical significance of bacteria, archaea, fungi, protozoa, algae and helminthes. The significance of viruses, prions, and viroids. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110; and Credit or concurrent registration in CHEM 130 or CHEM 230 or CHEM 232. Recommended background: BIOS 101 or BIOS 120.

BIOS 351. Microbiology Laboratory. 2 hours. 

Laboratory experience with aseptic and pure culture techniques; staining and microscopy of microorganisms; identification of unknown bacteria; control of microbial growth; antibiotics; medical microbiology. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 350.

BIOS 352. Introductory Biochemistry. 3 hours. 

Structure and function of cellular constituents; enzymology; metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, nucleotides; molecular biology of biosynthesis of proteins and nucleic acids. Course Information: Same as CHEM 352. No credit given for BIOS 352 if student has credit in BIOS 452 or BIOS 454 or CHEM 452 or CHEM 454. No credit toward the degree in biochemistry. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or BIOS 110; and BIOS 101 or BIOS 120; and CHEM 230 or CHEM 232.

BIOS 365. Human Ecological Systems. 3 hours. 

Human-environmental interactions and feedbacks (positive and negative) and the ecological basis for health and sustainability of human-dominated landscapes. Case studies of real-world environmental issues. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BIOS 101 or BIOS 120 or EAES 101 or PSCH 100 or SOC 100; or consent of the instructor.

BIOS 399. Independent Research. 2 hours. For IHS Distinction eligibility.

Individual research. Credit is contingent on approval by the research supervisor of a written report that is submitted to the department. Course Information: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. A maximum of 5 hours of BIOS 391 and/or BIOS 399 may be credited toward the department undergraduate major requirements. Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 2.00 grade point average in biological sciences courses, approval of the department, and consent of the instructor. Recommended background: Junior standing. Class Schedule Information: This course counts toward the limited number of independent study hours accepted toward the degree and the major

BIOS 443. Animal Physiological Systems Laboratory. 3 hours. 

Discussion and laboratory exploration of mammalian physiological systems, including immune, endocrine, cardiac, vascular, nervous, pulmonary, renal, and digestive systems. Course Information: Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 343; or Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 340; or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture, one Laboratory, and one Lecture-Discussion.

BIOS 452. Biochemistry I. 4 hours. **Can Substitute BIOS 352**

Chemistry of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. Course Information: Same as CHEM 452. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in CHEM 234. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture

CHEM 115. Comprehensive General Chemistry. 5 hours. IHS collateral course.

One-semester introduction to general chemistry, including stoichiometry, periodicity, reaction types, gaseous state, solution stoichiometry, chemical equilibria, acid-base equilibria, dissolution-precipitation equilibria. Includes a weekly 3-hour lab. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 115 if the student has credit in CHEM 112 or CHEM 116 or CHEM 122 or CHEM 123. This course is intended for pre-nursing students and should not be taken by those who need CHEM 122/123 or CHEM 116. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 101; or appropriate score on the department placement test. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture, one Laboratory, and one Quiz. Natural World – With Lab course.

CHEM 116. Honors and Majors General and Analytical Chemistry I. 5 hours. IHS collateral course.

General and analytical chemistry with laboratory. Coverage of the fundamentals of chemistry including stoichiometry and equilibrium. Coverage of the principles of analytical chemistry, including the use of instrumentation. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 116 if the student has credit in CHEM 112 or CHEM 122 and CHEM 123. Prerequisite(s): Superior performance on the UIC chemistry placement examination. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory, one Lecture and one Quiz. Natural World – With Lab course.

CHEM 122. Matter and Energy. 3 hours. IHS collateral course.

An introductory one-semester course in chemical principles, including the quantum model of the atom, periodicity, bonding, reaction types, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, intermolecular forces, chemical equilibrium, acid-base equilibria. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 122 if the student has a C or better in CHEM 112 or a C or better in CHEM 116. Students should complete CHEM 123 within a semester of completing CHEM 122. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 101 or appropriate score on the department placement test. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion and one Lecture. Natural World – No Lab course.

CHEM 123. Foundations of Chemical Inquiry I. 2 hours. IHS collateral course.

Laboratory in general chemistry, including the quantum model of the atom, stoichiometry, periodicity, reaction types, intermolecular forces, and pH. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 123 if the student has a C or better in CHEM 112 or a C or better in CHEM 116. Students should complete CHEM 123 within one semester of completing CHEM 122. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 101; and concurrent registration or Grade of C or better in CHEM 122. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Discussion. Natural World – With Lab course.

CHEM 124. Chemical Dynamics. 3 hours. IHS collateral course.

A second semester course in chemical principles including chemical thermodynamics, phase transitions, spontaneity/equilibrium, electrochemistry, kinetics, bonding, molecular spectroscopy, coordination compounds, and buffer solutions. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 124 if the student has a grade of C or better in CHEM 114 or CHEM 118. Students should complete CHEM 125 within a semester of completing CHEM 124. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 116; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 122 and Grade of C or better or concurrent registration in CHEM 123; or Grade of B or better in CHEM 115 and department consent. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion and one Lecture. Natural World – No Lab course.

CHEM 125. Foundations of Chemical Inquiry II. 2 hours. IHS collateral course.

Laboratory in general chemistry including chemical thermodynamics, spontaneity, chemical equilibrium, acid-base equilibrium, electrochemistry, kinetics, bonding, order/symmetry in condensed phases, coordination compounds, and spectroscopy. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 125 if the student has a grade of C or better in CHEM 114 or CHEM 118. Students should complete CHEM 125 within one semester of completing CHEM 124. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 116; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 122 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 123; or Grade of B or better in CHEM 115 and department consent; and Grade of C or better or concurrent registration in CHEM 124. Natural World – With Lab course.

CHEM 130. Survey of Organic and Biochemistry. 5 hours. 

Chemistry of classes of carbon compounds relevant to life sciences, and an introduction to the structure and metabolism of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 115; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 116; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 122 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 123. This course is intended for pre-nursing students and should not be taken by those who need CHEM 124/125 or CHEM 118. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory, one Lecture and one Quiz. Natural World – With Lab course.

CHEM 230. Organic Chemistry of Biological Systems. 4 hours.

One-semester introduction to organic chemistry as it pertains to biological systems, biomedical sciences and chemical biology. Course Information: Credit is not given for CHEM 230 if student has credit in CHEM 232 or CHEM 234. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 124 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 125; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 118; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 130; or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Quiz.

CHEM 232. Structure and Function. 3 hours.

First semester of a one-year sequence. Structure, reactivity, and synthesis of organic molecules. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 122 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 123; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 116 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 118. Recommended background: Concurrent registration in CHEM 233. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Quiz.

 CHEM 233. Synthesis Techniques Laboratory. 2 hours.

Introductory organic chemistry laboratory. Basic techniques (distillation, crystallization, chromatography, MP and BP), reactions (substitution, elimination, Diels-alder, oxidation-reduction), instrumentation (gas and liquid chromatography, IR.). Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 230 or Grade of C or better or concurrent registration in CHEM 232; and Grade of C or better in CHEM 122 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 123; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 116 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 118. Class Schedule Information: During the fall and spring terms, combined section final exam will be held on Monday of finals week from 6 to 8 p.m.

CHEM 234. Chemical Synthesis. 3 hours. 

Continuation of CHEM 232. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in CHEM 232; and Grade of C or better in CHEM 124 and Grade of C or better in CHEM 125; or Grade of C or better in CHEM 118. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Quiz.

 

Anthropology

ANTH 216. Medicine, Culture, and Society. 3 hours.

Medical anthropology explores illness and health as both embodied and socially constructed. It maintains that illness reflects cultural understandings of the body, social/structural inequalities, and differential distributions of power. Course Information: Recommended for pre-health students who plan to work in multi-cultural settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the English Composition requirement; or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion/Recitation. Individual and Society course, and World Cultures course.

Economics

ECON 106. Tobacconomics. 3 hours.

A comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of tobacco use and its consequences, tobacco control, and related issues, from both a US and global perspective. Course Information: Previously listed as ECON 115. Individual and Society course, and Natural World – No Lab course.

 ECON 120. Principles of Microeconomics. 0-4 hours.

Scarcity and choice, price system, decision making by consumers, individual and market demand, optimal input decisions by firms, perfect and imperfect competition, international trade. Course Information: College of Business Administration undergraduate students will enroll for 3 hours and all other students will enroll for 4 hours. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

ECON 121. Principles of Macroeconomics. 0-4 hours.

Determinants of the level of economic activity, inflation, unemployment, interest rates, the roles of fiscal and monetary policies, exchange rates, international trade. Course Information: College of Business Administration undergraduate students will enroll for 3 hours and all other students will enroll for 4 hours. ECON 121 may be taken before or after taking ECON 120 – this is not a sequence. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

ECON 215. Health Economics. 3 hours.

Supply and demand for health services, the role of insurance in the health care industry, public policy issues, cost and quality regulation. Course Information: Previously listed as ECON 354. Prerequisite(s): ECON 120 

Philosophy

PHIL 116. Biomedical Ethics. 3 hours.

Moral issues as they arise in biomedical research and practice and the use of principles from general ethics to address them. Topics may include euthanasia, paternalism, allocation of medical resources, and healthcare disparities. Course Information: Course is offered in both face-to-face and online formats. Check the class schedule for details on specific sections. Note that the online format involves heavy computer usage; computer and internet access are required. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.

Sociology

SOC 100. Introduction to Sociology. 3 hours. 

Analysis of human societies, organizations and groups, and the interrelations among individuals, groups, and societies. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture-Discussion. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

SOC 105. Social Problems. 3 hours.

Contemporary social problems examined from the perspectives of social institutions, culture, inequality, organizations and groups, political and economic structure, social change, and social policy. Course Information: May be substituted for SOC 100 as a prerequisite for other sociology courses. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

SOC 251. Health and Medicine. 3 hours. 

Health care systems; special emphasis on United States; dimensions of wellness and sickness including mental health; health providers, organizations, and institutions and their relations. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or SOC 105; or consent of the instructor. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

Psychology

PSCH 100. Introduction to Psychology. 4 hours.

Survey of basic concepts of contemporary psychology. Introduction to the nervous system, perception, motivation, learning and memory, social behavior, personality, developmental and clinical psychology. Course Information: Students under 18 years of age need parental consent to participate in research experiments that are part of the course. Instructions for obtaining parental consent will be provided during class early in the semester. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture. Individual and Society course.

PSCH 231. Community Psychology. 3 hours.

Psychological principles, research and interventions concerning community settings; community human services, primary prevention, consultation, advocacy, social ecology, organizational change, and citizen participation. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): PSCH 100. Individual and Society course.

PSCH 242. Introduction to Research in Psychology. 3 hours.

Techniques and problems associated with the study of behavior. Emphasis on measurement, descriptive statistics, and the principles of experimental design. Exercises involving data collection. Participation in research. Course Information: Consult the class schedule for details on method of instruction for this course. Course taught in an online or hybrid format involves heavy computer usage; computer and internet access are required. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in PSCH 100. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.

PSCH 262. Behavioral Neuroscience. 3 hours. 

Research and theories concerning the physiological bases of behavior. Understanding of basic brain organization with emphasis on neural substrates of learning, motivation and perception. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): PSCH 100.

PSCH 270. Introduction to Psychological and Behavioral Disorders. 3 hours.

A survey course covering the assessment, description, causes, and treatments of many psychological disorders, including depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis, sexual dysfunction, and personality disorders. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): PSCH 100. Individual and Society course.

PSCH 320. Developmental Psychology. 3 hours.

Analysis of research and theory concerning social, cognitive, and biopsychological aspects of human development. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in PSCH 242.

PSCH 396. Directed Research. 1-3 hours. For IHS Distinction eligibility.

Participation in ongoing research in psychology under the direction of a faculty member. A final report describing the research and its theory is required. Course Information: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. A combined maximum of 8 hours of credit in PSCH 387, PSCH 396, PSCH 397, and PSCH 399 may be applied toward the degree. Either PSCH 396 or an additional laboratory course is required for High Distinction in Psychology. Prerequisite(s): PSCH 242 and consent of the instructor. Must consult instructor for permission to enroll.

 PSCH 415. Social Bases of Health Behavior. 3 hours. 

Psychological theory and research concerning the coronary-prone personality, pain management, controlling adherence to medical regimens, biofeedback, smoking, and weight control. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): PSCH 270 and consent of the instructor, or graduate standing.

Liberal Arts & Sciences

LAS 289. Internship. 1-3 hours.

Opportunity for students to couple academic learning with career-related experience in an off- or on- campus placement. Course Information: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. One internship allowed per semester. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours. Prerequisite (s): Declaration of a major, a cumulative grade point average of 2.5, completion of 45 hours of coursework. Approval of the LAS Internships Office required.

Pharmacy

PHAR 201. Pharmaceutical Care in the US. 3 hours. (Previously Drugs in Society)

Examines the role of pharmacies/pharmacists in U.S. healthcare, the relationship between pharmacy and society, including challenges to pharmacy equity in rural and urban communities and the opioid crisis, and efforts to reduce healthcare inequities. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Hybrid course that integrates online and face-to-face classroom activities. US Society course.

Physics

PHYS 118. Physics in Modern Medicine. 3 hours.

Survey course of physical technologies used in modern medicine and the underlying physics, including applications of optics, imaging, and nuclear medicine to diagnosis, surgery, therapy and treatment. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): High school algebra, trigonometry, and biology. Natural World – No Lab course.

PHYS 131. Introductory Physics for Life Sciences I. 4 hours.

Algebra-based physics and its relationship to the life sciences, including mechanics, waves, diffusion and fluids with applications to molecular, cell and human biology. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): High school algebra and trigonometry. Credit for PHYS 131 is not given if the student has credit for PHYS 105 or PHYS 141. To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory, one Lecture and one Discussion/Recitation. Natural World – With Lab course.

Public Health

PUBH 100. Health and the Public. 3 hours.

Students will examine both historical and contemporary public health stories focusing on the United States to begin to understand the contexts, systems, professions, tools, and skills associated with the public health enterprise. Individual and Society course, and US Society course.

My favorite class at UIC was CHEM 233: Organic Chemistry Laboratory, which I took over the summer. I genuinely enjoyed the process of learning and the hands-on experience that helped me grasp complex concepts. This class was challenging, but the supportive environment, connections with professors, and friendships I made it all the more rewarding.

Tabarak Salman  |  IHS Major, Behavioral Health Concentration

Archived Course Syllabi Heading link

This section contains syllabi for courses within the IHS major, taught over the past few semesters. Please note that not all courses have a syllabi provided. All syllabi are subject to change each semester, and students should use these for information purposes only. This section will be updated each semester.

  • IHS Syllabi

    This BOX folder provides syllabi for most of the IHS courses within both concentrations. For Psychology and Biological Sciences syllabi, please see the sections to the right.

  • Psychology Syllabi

    Please visit the Psychology Department website for the most up-to-date syllabi for PSCH courses.

  • Biological Sciences Syllabi

    Please visit the Biological Sciences Department website for the most up-to-date syllabi for BIOS courses.