FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM REPORT

TO UNDERGRADUATE COUNCIL CURRICULUM AND ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE

FOR THE 2016-17 CALENDAR

December 7, 2015 Approved by Faculty Executive

REPORT TO SENATE

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES SUMMARY OF CURRICULUM CHANGES FOR 2016-17

This report highlights substantive changes being proposed. For a complete review of all changes, please refer to the Faculty of Health Sciences Curriculum Report for changes to the 2016-2017 Undergraduate Calendar, found at: http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/main/documents/health_sciences_curriculum_report_2016_17.pdf NEW PROGRAMS NONE PROGRAM CLOSURES NONE MAJOR REVISIONS NONE

REPORT TO UNDERGRADUATE COUNCIL

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES SUMMARY OF CURRICULUM CHANGES FOR 2016-17

This report highlights substantive changes being proposed. For a complete review of all changes, please refer to the Faculty of Health Sciences Curriculum Report for changes to the 2016-2017 Undergraduate Calendar, found at: http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/main/documents/health_sciences_curriculum_report_2016_17.pdf BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HONOURS) PROGRAM

• Revision to Program Overview o Increase in Level I students o Specializations o Biomedical Sciences Specialization o Transfer Applicants o Bursaries

• Revision to Curriculum o BHSc

§ Level II § Level IV

o BHSc Biomedical Sciences Specialization § Level II § Level III § Level IV

• New courses • Course Deletions • Changes to Existing Courses

HONOURS BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN BIOMEDICAL DISCOVERY AND COMMERCILAIZATION PROGRAM

• Revision to Admission Requirements

o Deleted specific program names o Included a note about applicants from other programs

• Revision to Curriculum o Added two program notes relating to COMMERCE 4AK3, 1AA3 and 2AB3. Students

interested in pursuing a minor in business will be required to complete COMMERCE 1AA3 and 2AB3 instead of COMMERCE 4AK3.

o Level III § New course description for BIOMEDDC 3A03

• Revision to Courses UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL PROGRAM

• No Change BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING PROGRAM

• Revision to Admission Requirements - calendar copy only- previously approved

• Revision to Program Requirements o All Streams o Basic Accelerated - Level III o Post Diploma - Level II

• Course Deletions • Changes to Existing Courses

BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES MIDWIFERY PROGRAM

• No Change BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM

• No Change

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES 2016-2017 UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM REVISIONS

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BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HONOURS) PROGRAM

REVISIONS TO PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Registration Registration in Level I of the program is limited to approximately 160 students 180 students, with expansion to 180 students 200 students at Level II. Rationale: Increase Level 1 student in-take by 20 students from 160 to 180 effective 2015/2016 as approved by Provost. As a result Level 2 student in-take also increases from 180 to 200. Specializations The program is offering three specializations in Biomedical Sciences, Child Health and Global Health. Specializations are reviewed annually to ensure that student and program needs continue to be met. As an outcome of student feedback and program reviews, there is the possibility of changes being made to course list requirements or a specialization being phased out. Rationale: Provide clearer language and setting the stage for possible future revisions with respect to the Specializations. Biomedical Sciences Specialization The Biomedical Sciences Specialization will provide students with the option of concentrating their studies in biomedical research. Drawing on faculty from the Departments of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences and Pathology and Molecular Medicine, the specialization is designed to build on the existing principles of excellence in the BHSc (Honours) program, by incorporating fundamental concepts and experimental techniques used in biomedical research. This course of study will emphasize the development of essential skills in communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, scientific reasoning and logic, experimental design, and working both independently and in a group. These transferable skills and fundamental principles in biomedical sciences will prepare students for a future in professional school, industry, research or graduate studies. The Biomedical Sciences Specialization will provide students with the option of concentrating their studies in biomedical science and research, building on the existing principles of excellence in the BHSc (Honours) program by addressing fundamental concepts and opportunities to develop knowledge and skills appropriate for biomedical research. This course of study will emphasize content in the biomedical sciences, along with the development of essential skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, scientific reasoning and logic, experimental design, and working independently and in teams. These transferable skills and principles in biomedical sciences will prepare students for a future in graduate-level research, industry, or professional school. Upon acceptance into the BHSc (Honours) program and the completion of Level I, students will apply to this specialization in March. Rationale: Reduce emphasis on biochemistry to enable students to pursue a broader biomedical science focus. Transfer Applicants

Transfer applicants will be admitted to the BHSc (Honours) Program from other programs at McMaster and from other post-secondary institutions. The process will be competitive and will be based on the student's academic qualifications and a Supplementary Application. Enrolment is limited. Students interested in being considered for admission to Level II of the BHSc (Honours) Program must have completed the equivalent of six units of university Level I Biology and six units of university Level I Chemistry. A Grade Point Average of at least 10.0 (minimum overall average of A-) will be required for admission consideration. Transfer applicants who receive an admission offer to BHSc (Honours) and express an interest in a BHSc Specialization (Biomedical Sciences, Child Health or Global Health) may be considered on a case by case basis if space permits. However, there is no guarantee that space will be available in the specialization. In this case, Level 2 transfer students are admitted to the BHSc (Honours), regular program. Rationale: Provide clearer language for Level 2 transfer applicants with respect to the BHSc (Honours) specializations. Bursaries BHSc (Honours) students are eligible to apply for one of the following bursaries provided they are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need. Bursary application forms are available on-line through from mid-October to mid-November. Bursaries are intended to offset provincial financial assistance. Applications are available in Mosaic each Fall. The following bursaries have been generously donated to assist Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) students in financial need:

• Ruth Murray Memorial BHSc Bursary • Loucks Family and Friends BHSc Bursary • Ron and Gina Fraser Health Sciences Bursary • There are many other bursaries provided through the central campus bursary program, which will

be disbursed to students in the Fall each year. For further information about bursaries, please refer to the Financial Aid & Scholarships website. Contact Teresa Basilio, (905) 525-9140 ext. 22786.

Rationale: Provide clearer language.

REVISION TO CURRICULUM: Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) (BHSc) Level II:

1 course • HTHSCI 1BS0 - Biosafety Training

Rationale: HTHSCI 1BS0 – Biosafety Training is no longer required for BHSc (Honours) students. It is no longer required for HTH SCI 2F03 (Human Physiology & Anatomy) as directed by the Faculty of Health Sciences Safety Office.

Level IV: 6-15 units from

HTHSCI 4A09 A/B - Thesis HTHSCI 4B06 A/B - Senior Projects HTHSCI 4A12 A/B - Thesis HTHSCI 4A15 A/B S – Thesis HTHSCI 4D06 A/B – Senior Project in Engaging The City HTHSCI 4D09 A/B – Thesis in Engaging The City HTHSCI 4D12 A/B – Thesis in Engaging The City

Rationale: To provide the option for students to continue their studies and interest from HTH SCI 3DD3 Engaging the City and complete a 6-12 unit senior project/thesis in Engaging the City. Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) - Biomedical Sciences Specialization (BHSc)

1. Entry to this program begins in Level II. Students wishing to apply must successfully complete Health Sciences I.

2. While registration in HTHSCI 4X03 A/B will occur in Level IV, students will begin studies in Level I. Detailed course information is available at fhs.mcmaster.ca/bhsc/biomed_courses.html

3. Biomedical Sciences Course List: Levels III and IV Biochemistry, HTHSCI 3D03, 3I03, 3K03, 3SB3, 3U03, 3X03, 4BB3, 4G03, 4II3, 4J03, 4JJ3, 4K03, 4KK3, 4NU3, 4O03, MOLBIOL 4H03

Requirements 120 units total (Levels I to IV), of which no more than 48 units may be Level I courses Level II: 30 Units

3 units 6 units from CHEM 2OA3 - Organic Chemistry I, CHEM 2OB3 – Organic Chemistry II 3 units HTHSCI 2A03 – Statistics 3 units HTHSCI 2E03 – Inquiry II: Biochemistry 3 units HTHSCI 2G03 - Epidemiology 3 units HTHSCI 2K03 - Cell Biology – Inquiry II: Cell Biology 6 units BIOCHEM 2L06 A/B - Inquiry in Biochemical Techniques 6 units BIOCHEM 2B03 - Nucleic Acid Structure and Function, BIOCHEM 2BB3 - Protein Structure and Enzyme Function 3 units BIOCHEM 2EE3 – Metabolism and Physiological Chemistry 6 units 9 units Electives 1 course HTHSCI 1BS0 - Biosafety Training

Note *HTHSCI 2D06 A/B required for Level II transfer students Level III: 30 Units

3 units HTHSCI 3E03 - Inquiry III – Advanced Inquiry in Health Sciences 3 units HTHSCI 3G03 - Critical Appraisal of the Medical Literature 3 units HTHSCI 3BM3 – Inquiry Project in Biomedical Sciences 3 units HTHSCI 3V03 - Research and Experimental Design 6-9 units Levels III and IV Biochemistry 3 units BIOCHEM 3D03 - Metabolism and Regulation 3 units BIOCHEM 3G03 – Proteins and Nucleic Acids 3 units CHEM 2OB3 - Organic Chemistry II 9 units from the Biomedical Sciences Course List (See Program Note 3 above.) 6-9 units 6 units Electives

Level IV: 30 Units 3 units HTHSCI 4AL3 - Model Systems 3 units HTHSCI 4X03 A/B - Collaboration and Peer Tutoring 6-9 units from The Biomedical Sciences Course List (See Program Note 3 above.)

Levels III and IV Biochemistry BIOCHEM 4E03 - Gene Regulation in Stem Cells and Development HTHSCI 3SB3 - Bacterial Antibiotic Resistance HTHSCI 4II3 - Advanced Concepts in Immunology HTHSCI 4J03 - Biochemical Immunology

MOLBIOL 4H03 - Molecular Biology of Cancer 9-12 units from

BIOCHEM 4F09 A/B - Senior Thesis HTHSCI 4R09 A/B – Thesis in Biomedical Sciences HTHSCI 4R12 A/B - Senior Thesis Thesis in Biomedical Sciences

3-9 units Electives Rationale: Revised Biomedical Sciences Specialization course requirements to broaden the scope and curriculum.

NEW COURSES:

HTHSCI 3BA3 - Symptomatology 3 unit(s) This unique course will examine the science of the symptoms of various diseases. Both the physiological and molecular mechanism(s) of various symptoms will be explored pertaining to a disease state. Signals to various organs will be explored in the context of symptoms. The molecular basis of symptoms such as pain induced by cancer or cardiovascular disease will be elucidated. The course is an inquiry-based examination of symptoms. The course will be organized into small groups. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of the BHSc (Honours) Program, or BHSc (Honours) specializations, or registration in Level III or above of the BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Discovery & Commercialization Program. Rationale: Course introduced based on student interest.

HTHSCI 3BM3 - Inquiry Project in Biomedical Sciences 3 unit(s) An opportunity to explore a specialized area of biomedical sciences in preparation for Level IV Thesis in Biomedical Sciences. One term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization. Rationale: Course replaces HTH SCI 3R06 – Research Project for BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization.

HTHSCI 4D12 A/B - Thesis in Engaging the City 12 unit(s) A thesis focused on community-based participatory research conducted under the direction and supervision of a member of the Faculty. The thesis can be an extension of a student's 3DD3 Engaging the City project. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4D12, including agreement of the supervisor must be made before the end of March in Level III. Two terms Prerequisite(s): Permission of BHSc (Honours) Program Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4B06 A/B, 4A09 A/B, 4A12 A/B, 4A15 A/B S

Rationale: To provide an option for students to continue their course work in HTH SCI 3DD3 in a more in-depth community-based participatory research thesis and to introduce students who haven’t completed HTH SCI 3DD3 to a 12 unit community-based participatory research thesis.

HTHSCI 4R09 A/B – Thesis in Biomedical Sciences 9 unit(s) A thesis based on a major research project in biomedical sciences supervised by a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4R09, including agreement of the supervisor, must be made before the end of March in level III. Two terms. Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization and permission of BHSc (Honours) Program. Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4R12 A/B Rationale: To provide an option for BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization students to register in a 9 unit thesis.

COURSE DELETIONS:

HTHSCI 3R06 A/B - Research Project 6 unit(s) A project supervised by a member of the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. Assessment is based on laboratory work, poster presentation and a final report. Two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization. Permission of the Department is required. Selection is based on academic achievement and interview. Antirequisite(s): BIOCHEM 3A03, BIOCHEM 3P03 Refer to http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/biochem/undergraduate/forms_and_procedures.html for information about applying for a position. Rationale: Replace elective 6 unit project course with a mandatory 3 unit project course (HTHSCI 3BM3) for BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization.

HTHSCI 4L03 A/B - Information Literacy & Library Research Practicum 3 unit(s) This course provides an opportunity for students to explore the creation and dissemination of health information and evidence in the digital age and serve as peer tutors to other BHSc students as they develop library research and information literacy skills. Sessions arranged individually or in small groups; two terms Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor Rationale: This course has been deleted due to a lack of student interest over the past several years.

HTHSCI 4RR3 - Drugs, Devices and Desires: A Historical Exploration 3 unit(s) A problem-based approach will help students deconstruct the technological imperatives underlying modern medical practice which relies extensively on sophisticated instruments, procedures and drugs to diagnose and treat disease. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) program, or registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations, or permission of the instructor Rationale: This course has been deleted due to no instructor available to teach the course and

lack of student interest over the past several years.

HTHSCI 4SM3 - Adaptations to Microgravity 3 unit(s) The microgravity environment has tested the adaptation of the human body. As the world's space agencies focus their attention on missions to the ISS, Moon and Mars, much is still unknown as to the human capability for these missions. The medical risks sending humans to the ISS involving the neurovestibular system, cardiovascular system, sleep disturbances, and nutrition assessment will be studied. Decisions based on risk and benefit will be made. Weekly discussions will be focused on medical issues surrounding sending humans into space. Experience gained from short duration and long duration missions will be the focus. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) program, or registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations, and permission of instructor

Rationale: This course has been deleted due to no instructor available to teach.

CHANGES TO EXISTING COURSES:

HTHSCI 1E06 A/B – Inquiry Inquiry I: Introduction 6 unit(s) This course will initiate the development of a skill set required for life-long learning, in the context of the study of one or two health care issues. A problem based course applying principles of scientific inquiry to selected health issues. Three hours; two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in the BHSc (Honours) program Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 1E03, 1EE3, HTHSCI 2D06 A/B, INQUIRY 1SC3 Note: Students entering the BHSc (Honours) program after completion of Level I in another program may be required to complete HTHSCI 2D06 A/B at the discretion of the Assistant Dean of the program. Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript. HTHSCI 2D06 A/B - Inquiry II Inquiry II: Introduction & Biochemistry 6 unit(s) This course will use an inquiry-based approach. First semester will initiate the development of a skill set required for life-long learning by studying healthcare issues. Second semester will introduce key concepts in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to understand genetic, infectious and metabolic diseases. Three hours; two terms Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Assistant Dean, BHSc (Honours) program Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 1E06 A/B, HTHSCI 2E03 Note: This course is restricted to Level II BHSc (Honours) transfer students only. Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript. HTHSCI 2E03 - Inquiry II Inquiry II: Biochemistry 3 unit(s) This course will use an inquiry based format to introduce key concepts in biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedical sciences to understand illnesses such as infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, genetic diseases and cancer.

One term Prerequisite(s): HTH SCI 1E03 and 1EE3; or HTHSCI 1E06 A/B Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 2D06 A/B, 2N03 Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript. HTHSCI 2F03 - Human Physiology and Anatomy I 3 unit(s) An introduction to the principal organ systems including the endocrine, skin, CNS and locomotion. Two lectures, one tutorial, one lab; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II of the BHSc (Honours) program or registration in Level II of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations Co-requisite(s): HTHSCI 1BS0 if not already completed Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 1J03, HTHSCI 1D06 A/B, 1H03, HTHSCI 1H06 A/B, HTHSCI 2L03, KINESIOL 1A03, 1A06, KINESIOL 1AA3, 1X06, KINESIOL 1Y03, KINESIOL 1YY3, MED PHYS 4XX3, SCIENCE 4XX3 Rationale: HTHSCI 1BS0 no longer required as a co-requisite as directed by the Faculty of Health Sciences Safety Office. HTHSCI 2Q06 A/B - Fundamentals of Global Health I Health in Historical Context 6 unit(s) This course will look at the emergence of patient care in a historical context. A problem-based learning approach combined with the use of archival sources and historical objects to explore tuberculosis, polio, and other conditions that have had a major impact on Canada and the world. Three hours; two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II of the BHSc (Honours) Global Health Specialization Rationale: Course content is not changing. The title and description are being updated to better reflect the course content. HTHSCI 3A15 A/B S - Embedded Learning Experience 15 unit(s) Students will engage with global health outside the traditional academic environment. Development, initiated in Level II will form the basis for the construction/deconstruction of new understanding. Full term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the BHSc (Honours) Global Health Specialization and permission of BHSc (Honours) program. Rationale: Permission added as a requisite to review/approve project proposal prior to course registration. HTHSCI 3E03 - Inquiry III Inquiry III: Advanced Inquiry in Health Sciences 3 unit(s) This course will cover health issues that are prevalent at certain times in the developmental cycle. Topics will include reproduction, global health, health of children and adolescents, adulthood, and health care issues in the elderly. One term

Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2D06 A/B or HTHSCI 2E03 or BIOCHEM 2L06 A/B and registration in Level III of the BHSc (Honours) program; or registration in Level III of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript and remove BIOCHEM 2L06 from prerequisite since BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization students are now required to register in HTH SCI 2E03. HTHSCI 3SB3 - Bacterial Antibiotic Resistance Superbugs: Bacterial Antibiotic Resistance 3 unit(s) This course will examine the biochemistry of antibiotic resistance in bacteria. Prominent "superbugs" plaguing patients will be covered, as well as potential novel interventions to move antimicrobial chemotherapy forward. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2K03 Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript and reflective of course content. HTHSCI 3S03 - Communication Skills 3 unit(s) This course offers students a variety of learning experiences that will enable them to better understand the relationship between effective communications and desired health care outcomes. Students will be exposed to evidence based research, role playing, standardized simulations and audio-visual reviews. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2D06 A/B or HTHSCI 2E03 or BIOCHEM 2L06 A/B and registration in Level III or above of the BHSc (Honours) program; or registration in Level III or above of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations Rationale: Remove BIOCHEM 2L06 from prerequisite since BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization students are now required to register in HTH SCI 2E03. HTHSCI 3V03 - Research and Experimental Design 3 unit(s) Analytical review of fundamental experiments with a focus on experimental design, employing data sets to solve experimental problems with an emphasis on how to approach the problem. This course will serve as an accompaniment to HTHSCI 3R06 A/B or as a precursor to the BIOCHEM 4F09 A/B or HTHSCI 4R12 A/B senior thesis courses. Two lectures, one tutorial (two hours); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization or permission of instructor. Rationale: Add course permission to requisite to enable instructor to consider interest from other students. HTHSCI 4A09 A/B - Thesis 9 unit(s) A thesis-based research project conducted under the direction and supervision of a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to enrol in HTH SCI 4A09, including agreement of the supervisor, must be made before the end of March in Level III. Two terms

Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) program or BHSc (Honours) Specializations and permission of BHSc (Honours) Program Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4FF3, 4GG9, 4I03, HTHSCI 4B06 A/B, HTHSCI 4A12 A/B, HTHSCI 4A15 A/B, MOL BIOL 4R09, PHARMAC 4F09, PSYCH 4E09 Not open to students with credit or registration in BIOCHEM 4P03. Rationale: Remove Specializations from prerequisite. Specializations have their own Thesis course codes. HTHSCI 4AL3 - Model Systems 3 unit(s) Examining the use of human, animal and cell model systems in research through investigation of primary research. One lecture or workshop (three hours); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization or permission from instructor. Rationale: Add course permission to requisite to enable instructor to consider interest from other students. HTHSCI 4B06 A/B - Senior Projects 6 unit(s) A selection of information-based research projects conducted under the direction and supervision of a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4B06 A/B including agreement of supervisor must be made before the end of March in Level III. Two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) program or registration in Level IV of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations and permission of BHSc (Honours) Program Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4FF3, 4GG9, 4I03, HTHSCI 4A09 A/B, HTHSCI 4A12 A/B, HTHSCI 4A15 A/B, MOL BIOL 4R09, PHARMAC 4F09, PSYCH 4D06, 4D09, 4E09 Not open to students with credit or registration in BIOCHEM 4P03 Rationale: Remove Specializations from prerequisite. Specializations have their own Project/Thesis course codes. HTHSCI 4G03 - Pathoanatomy 3 unit(s) Students will research the anatomy, surgical approach and etiology of a pathology assigned from an anatomical system of their choosing, depending on availability of cadavers. The goal is to give students an opportunity to prepare an educational surgical specimen from human materials. Two lectures, one lab; one term Prerequisite(s): HTHSCI 2FF3 and registration in the BHSc (Honours) program Co-requisite(s): HTHSCI 1BS0 if not already completed Antirequisite(s): BIOLOGY 4G06 Rationale: HTHSCI 1BS0 no longer required as a co-requisite as directed by the Faculty of Health Sciences Safety Office. HTHSCI 4R12 A/B - Senior Thesis Thesis in Biomedical Sciences 12 unit(s)

A thesis based on a major research project in biomedical sciences supervised by a member of the Faculty. Arrangements to register in HTHSCI 4R12, including agreement of the supervisor, must be made before the end of March in level III. Supervised by a member of the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. The results will also be presented to the department in a seminar or as part of a poster session. Two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in BHSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences Specialization and permission of BHSc (Honours) Program. Permission of the Department is required. Selection is based on academic achievement and interview. Refer to http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/biochem/undergraduate/forms_and_procedures.html for information about applying for a position. Antirequisite(s): BIOCHEM 4B06 A/B, BIOCHEM 4C03, BIOCHEM 4F09 A/B, BIOCHEM 4P03, 4T15, 4Z03 Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4R09 A/B Rationale: Clearer title description for transcript and opens up thesis opportunities in other Faculty of Health Sciences departments. HTHSCI 4Y03 - Science, Culture and Identity 3 unit(s) Through selected readings and discussion, this course will explore some critiques of science and will appraise the challenge they present to scientific authority. The course will culminate in the presentation of a research project on a question developed by students individually or in groups. Three hours; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of the BHSc (Honours) program or registration in Level II or above of the BHSc (Honours) Specializations or permission of instructor. Rationale: Add course permission to requisite to enable instructor to consider interest from other students.

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DISCOVERY AND COMMERCIALIZATION PROGRAM REVISION TO ADMISSION REQUIREMETNS: Admission Requirements Selection will be based on academic achievement, a written statement of interest and an interview but requires, as a minimum, submission of an on-line application by the stated deadline, completion of Level II (or above) of a Science or Health Sciences program of the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) Program, an Honours Biochemistry program, or an Honours Life Sciences program with a Grade Point Average of at least 8.0 on the McMaster 12-point scale (equivalent to a grade of B). Applicants from other disciplines may also be a good fit depending on their educational background. Successful completion of both CHEM 2OA3 and 2OB3 (or equivalent) is strongly recommended prior to entry into the program. CHEM 2OA3 must be completed by the end of Level III and CHEM 2OB3 must be completed by the end of Level IV. The program will be open to applicants who have completed equivalent lLevel II courses at another university.

Rationale: The BDC program accepts applicants from a variety of level II (and above) programs. To reflect this, specific program names were eliminated and a note indicating that applicants from other disciplines may be a good fit for the BDC program was added. REVISION TO CURRICULUM: Program Notes 1. Students interested in pursuing a minor in Business should take COMMERCE 1AA3 and

COMMERCE 2AB3 in place of COMMERCE 4AK3. For more information on completing a minor in Business, please refer to the DeGroote School of Business (Faculty of Business) section of the undergraduate calendar.

2. Students who have already completed COMMERCE 1AA3 will be required to complete COMMERCE 2AB3 instead of COMMERCE 4AK3.

3. Students interested in pursuing a minor in Business should take COMMERCE 2MA3 and COMMERCE 3MC3 in place of COMMERCE 3MD3. For more information on completing a minor in Business, please refer to the DeGroote School of Business (Faculty of Business) section of the undergraduate calendar.

4. Students who have already completed COMMERCE 2MA3 will be required to complete COMMERCE 3MC3 instead of COMMERCE 3MD3.

Rationale: Based on questions from current and prospective BDC students, it is anticipated that some students will want to complete a minor in business. COMMERCE 1AA3 (Introductory Financial Accounting) and COMMERCE 2AB3 (Managerial Accounting I) are antirequisites to COMMERCE 4AK3 (Accounting Information for Decision Making). COMMERCE 1AA3 and 2BA3 are two courses that count towards a minor in business and students who take 1AA3 and 2AB3 will be exempt from taking 4AK3. Requirements 120 units total (Levels I to IV), of which no more than 48 units may be Level I courses Level III: 30 units

18 units BIOMEDDC 3A03 - Road to Biomedical Discovery BIOMEDDC 3B06 A/B - Drug Discovery and Development BIOMEDDC 3C09 A/B - Research Skills Laboratory and Inquiry BIOMEDDC 3A03 - Road to Biomedical Discovery

6 units COMMERCE 1BA3 - Organizational Behaviour COMMERCE 4AK3 - Accounting Information for Decision Making (see Program Notes 1 and 2 above)

0-6 units BIOCHEM 3G03 – Nucleic Acids and Proteins (if BIOCHEM 2B03 and 2BB3 were not completed prior to entry into the program) CHEM 2OA3 – Organic Chemistry I (if not completed prior to entry into the program)

0-6 units Elective(s)

Rationale: Housekeeping – BIOMEDDC 3A03 was added to the top of the list to maintain alpha order. Rationale: Housekeeping - a statement was added beside COMMERCE 4AK3 to direct students to the program notes above.

REVISION TO COURSES: Biomedical Discovery & Commercialization Courses in Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization are administered by the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. Health Sciences Centre, Room 4H21, ext. 27335. http://bdcprogram-mcmaster.ca/

BIOMEDDC 3A03 - Road to Biomedical Discovery 3 unit(s) The course will review examples of seminal work in basic biochemistry that have paved the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. Analyses will range from key innovations to the follow on work that led to new drugs. For example, an understanding of the structure and mechanism of essential biomolecules, such as the ribosome or ion channels, have provided fundamental principles that govern protein and nucleic acid folding, drive enzyme catalysis and explain drug-target interactions. This course will introduce a broad variety of research areas in basic biochemistry that are leading-edge targets for drug therapy. For example, topics may include diabetes, antibiotics, heart disease, Huntington's Disease, and cancer. Current and potential drug treatments will be explained and explored in the context of key innovations that have paved the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. Three lectures; one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in lLevel III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program Rationale: The BIOMEDDC 3A03 course description has been altered to reflect the change in the delivery and focus of the course. The course was originally proposed to be taught as a lecture-based course, but is currently being offered as a seminar-based course. Guest lecturers from biochemistry and business will give presentations on their areas of research in the context of drug discovery and commercialization. BIOMEDDC 3B06 A/B - Drug Discovery and Development 6 unit(s) This two-term course will provide an overview of paradigms and processes in modern drug discovery and development. Selected content will include discovery and preclinical research as well as clinical development, market analysis and intellectual property. Learners will benefit from a mix of lecture-based and student-focused activities where the latter will include a genuine drug discovery effort that will be integrated with the laboratory course BIOMEDDC 3C09. Three lectures; two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in lLevel III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program. Antirequisite(s): BIOCHEM 4H03 – Biotechnology and Drug Discovery Rationale: There is considerable overlap with respect to the content covered in BIOCHEM 3B06 A/B and BIOCHEM 4H03. To prevent students from taking courses that share a lot of content similarity, these courses will be listed as antirequisites. BIOMEDDC 3C09 A/B - Research Skills Laboratory and Inquiry 9 unit(s) A two-term laboratory-based inquiry course where students will learn and apply current techniques used in drug discovery. Instruction to achieve an understanding of key laboratory

skills in drug discovery will prepare students for participation in a team-based drug discovery project. Throughout, these activities will be closely linked with those in BIOMEDDC 3B06. One lecture or workshop (two hours), one lab (four hours); two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in lLevel III of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program BIOMEDDC 4A15 A/B - Senior Research Thesis 15 unit(s) An intensive two-term research project carried out under the supervision of a member or associate member of the Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences. The results will be presented to the department in a seminar or poster session as part of a senior thesis symposium. Six workshops (three hours) One tutorial (one hour); two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in lLevel IV of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program Rationale: The thesis coordinator will meet with the students on a weekly basis (one hour, weekly tutorial) to ensure that the students are progressing well and to answer any questions they may have in a ‘lab meeting’ style format. BIOMEDDC 4B03 - Current Topics in Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization 3 unit(s) Students will conduct an in-depth examination of a current topic in biomedical discovery and commercialization. Working in small groups – 5 students or less – and under the mentorship of a content expert, students will investigate timely and exciting questions of high relevance to modern drug discovery. This course may be repeated with different topics subject to the availability of mentors. Seminar and discussions (three hours, six weeks per topic); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in lLevel IV of the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization program

Rationale: To allow for greater flexibility in the group size, the specific size of the group was eliminated. As this is a faculty-resource intensive course, the course will only be offered once per year to ensure that there are enough content exports/faculty mentors for each group. To allow for a more in-depth, rigorous investigation into a topic, groups will spend the entire term on one topic.

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UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL PROGRAM

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE NURSING PROGRAM

REVISION TO ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS - calendar copy only- previously approved

Students interested in a McMaster (B.Sc.N.) Nursing degree have three location options: McMaster University, Mohawk College or Conestoga College. Each of the three sites offers the four-year program which uses the problem-based learning and small group tutorial educational model. For more general information about the Mohawk and Conestoga College sites refer to the B.Sc.N. (A) Stream references throughout section of the School of Nursing, in the Faculty of Health Sciences portion section of the Calendar. For application instructions see the Application Procedures section of the Calendar, here . The following are the minimum Grade 12 U and M requirements:

1. English U 2. One of Advanced Functions U, Calculus and Vectors U, Mathematics of Data Management U 3. Biology U 4. Chemistry U 5. Completion of two additional U or M courses to total six courses

The selection method is by academic qualifications (minimum overall average range of 85% or higher is required for consideration) and a mandatory, online, 90-minute computer-based assessment of personal characters called CASPerTM. Applicants who do not complete the CASPerTM test will not be considered for admission.

Health requirements for admission to Nursing 1: During the registration process, you must file with the University, information pertaining to your state of health and immunization. Detailed instructions will be provided after acceptance into the program.

Students considering the Nursing 1 program should refer to the document Requisite Skills and Abilities for nursing practice in Ontario at the College of Nurses of Ontario www.cno.org .

Nursing

1. Completion of an Ontario one-year certificate in Pre-Health sciences as full-time studies. 2. Applicants who have completed previous university degree studies will NOT be considered based

on a previous or subsequent Pre-Health certificate from college. 3. A minimum cumulative GPA equivalent to the required high school admission average of (85 90

%). 4. Completion of at least two semesters in length and includes at least one full (two semesters) or

two half courses in each of Biology, Chemistry, English and Mathematics. Applications will not be considered from applicants who possess credit only in the required subjects. The selection method is by academic qualifications (minimum overall average range of 85% or higher is required for consideration) and a mandatory, online, 90-minute computer-based assessment of personal characters called CASPerTM. Applicants who do not complete the CASPerTM test will not be considered for admission.

5. Enrolment is limited and selection will be based on academic qualification and the information provided on the mandatory supplementary application.

5. Transfer credit will not be granted for any pre-health science courses. Rationale: We are introducing CASPer (Computer-based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics) as an additional screening tool for applicants to the BScN program. This will be instituted for all streams at McMaster, Mohawk and Conestoga and will replace the traditional supplementary application. This move aligns us with the School of Medicine that currently uses CASPer and it is intended to ensure the highest quality applicant enters the nursing program. The required GPA of 85% will remain, but will only be weighted 60% of each applicant’s overall score; the remaining 40%

will come from the CASPer score. This item was approved by HSEC in June 2015 and by Undergraduate Council by email vote in July 2015.

REVISION TO APPLICATION PROCEDURES

3. Application and Documentation Deadlines All programs have enrolment limits and may become full prior to published deadlines. Therefore, applying early and submitting all of the required documentation in support of your application in a timely manner may improve your chances of consideration for admission. Application fees are non-refundable so we strongly advise you to review our admission requirements carefully before applying, to determine your academic eligibility for consideration for admission. See the Admission Requirements section of this Calendar for information about the academic requirements. The University reserves the right, at its sole discretion, not to accept, process or adjudicate applications or amendments to applications to any program at any time.

Fall/Winter Session

PROGRAM APPLICATIONS MANDATORY

SUPPLEMENTARY APPLICATIONS

Nursing I: Secondary School Applicants January 15 (Recommended) Not Applicable Check takecasper.com for test dates

Nursing university transfer applicants from programs other than Nursing and applicants from college pre-health programs (including submission of all official transcripts)

February 1 February 1 Check takecasper.com for test

dates

Nursing (Transfers from other Nursing programs at another university)

Contact the McMaster Nursing program office 905-525-9140 ext. 22232 for information on

transfer options and application procedures

Contact the McMaster Nursing program office 905-525-9140 ext. 22232 for information on

transfer options and application procedures

Nursing Basic-Accelerated Stream (above level I) (including submission of all official transcripts)

February 1 February 1 Check takecasper.com for test

dates. Rationale: We are introducing CASPer (Computer-based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics) as a additional screening tool for applicants to the BScN program. This will be instituted for all streams at McMaster, Mohawk and Conestoga and will replace the traditional supplementary application. This move aligns us with the School of Medicine that currently uses CASPer and it is intended to ensure the highest quality applicant enters the nursing program. The required GPA of 85% will remain, but will only be weighted 60% of each applicant’s overall score; the remaining 40% will come from the CASPer score. This item was approved by HSEC in June 2015 and by Undergraduate Council by email vote in July 2015. REVISION TO PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

B.Sc.N. Program Academic Regulations Basic (A); Post Diploma (E) and Basic-Accelerated (F) Streams

The following courses are designated clinical courses:

• Basic (A) Streams: NURSING 1I02, 1J02, 2L03, 2P03, 3QQ3, 3X04, 3Y04, 4J07, 4K07, 4K10

• Registered Practical Nurses (E) Stream: NURSING 2T04, 3QQ3, 3Y04, 4J07, 4K10 • Basic-Accelerated (F) Stream: NURSING 2J04, 2U03, 2U04, 3QQ3, 3ZA3, 3ZB3, 4J07,

4K10

Rationale: Course change for the Accelerated students. Additional unit to Introduction to Client Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning course to mirror content from Level 1 Basic Stream professional practice courses. An additional unit is required in order to cover all the content. This unit was moved from N2I05 which decreases that course to N2I04. The total course load has not changed. Basic – Accelerated (F) Stream (6382) Requirement for Students who Enter in 2016 or Later Level III

3 units HTHSCI 2H03 3 units HTHSCI 2HH3 3 units HTHSCI 2RR3 5 4 units NURSING 2I05 NURSING 2I04 3 4 units NURSING 2U03 NURSING 2U04 0 units WHMIS 1A00

Rationale: Course change for the Accelerated students. Additional unit to Introduction to Client Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning course to mirror content from Level 1 Basic Stream professional practice courses. An additional unit is required in order to cover all the content. This unit was moved from N2I05 which decreases that course to N2I04. The total course load has not changed.

Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream Requirement for Students who Enter in 2016 or Later Level II

6 units HTHSCI 1CC6 6 units HTHSCI 2C06 3 units HTHSCI 2RR3 3 units HTHSCI 2S03 4 units NURSING 2A04 3 units NURSING 2AA3 2 units NURSING 2DP2AB 4 units NURSING 2T04 3 units Electives 0 units WHMIS 1A00

Rationale: Students in this stream are well versed in the course content as it is covered in the Practical Nursing diploma programs. The total course load changes decreases by two units but is still remains a total of 122 units for the degree. COURSE DELETIONS:

NURSING 2DP2 - Health and Well-being of diverse populations for RPN to BScN 2 unit(s) This course assists students to gain a depth of understanding of influences on the health and well-being of diverse populations including expanded knowledge of professional responsibilities of civic engagement. This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis. 32 hours service learning, two lectures (one hour each), five seminars (one hour each); two terms Prerequisite(s): Level II of the Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream Antirequisite(s): NURSING 1K02 A/B, NURSING 2K02 A/B Rationale: The service learning experience is a content included in the Practical nursing diploma programs. These students will not be required to repeat this content.

CHANGES TO EXISTING COURSES:

NURSING 2A04 - Transition to Baccalaureate Nursing I 4 unit(s) Role differences between R.P.N. and B.Sc.N. are explored. Problem-based, small group learning is introduced. Biological, physical, psychological, social science and nursing theories/ concepts are integrated and applied to health care problems and clinical practice. Three Four hours (lecture/problem based tutorials), one hour resource session (self-study); one term Prerequisite(s): WHMIS 1A00 (or NURSING 1A00) and registration in Level II of the Post Diploma R.P.N. (E) Stream Rationale: Students admitted to this stream enter the program with strong clinical skills, but limited knowledge of theory. Therefore, additional class-time is needed for this cohort to engage in understanding and applying relevant nursing theories. NURSING 2I054 – Introduction to Professional Nursing 5 4 unit(s) Students will be introduced to core concepts related to nursing and health through small group, problem-based tutorials. Biological, physical, psychological, social science and nursing theories/concepts are integrated and applied to health care problems. Two, 2.5 Four hours (tutorial/lecture, twice weekly); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the Basic-Accelerated (F) Stream Rationale: This change allows for relevant content from the theory course to be placed in the practice course so students' may better apply concepts. It enhances the ability for resource scheduling and learning support with experienced PBL faculty. NURSING 2LA2 A/B - Introduction to Integrated Pathophysiology for Nursing 2 unit(s)

The course combines on-line multi-media learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply basic pathophysiological concepts. Eight on-line multi-media modules, 12 one-hour integrative tutorials; two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II of the Basic (A) Stream Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3U02 Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 2MM3 and NURSING 2NN3. Rationale: The co-requisite would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. This change was updated in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified. NURSING 2MM3 - Nursing Concepts in Health and Illness I 3 unit(s) This course uses a person-based learning within problem-based approach in which students will expand their knowledge of core nursing concepts and will enhance their ability to critique that knowledge. Three hours (small group tutorial); one term Prerequisite(s): NURSING 1F03 , NURSING 1G03, NURSING 2L03 Antirequisite(s): NURSING 2M03, 2M04 Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 2L03 . Rationale: The pre-requisite would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. The course was changed to a co-requisite in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified. NURSING 2P03 - Professional Nursing Practice III 3 unit(s) A continuation of NURSING 2L03 with applied professional practice in institutional settings. This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis. Eight hours (professional practice and lab); one term Prerequisite(s): NURSING 2L03 Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 2V04 NURSING 2MM3. Rationale: The co-requisite would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. This change was updated in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified. NURSING 2PF3 A/B - Intro to Integrated Pathophysiology for Basic Accelerated Stream 3 unit(s) The course combines on-line multi-media learning modules with integrated tutorials in which students learn and apply pathophysiological concepts. Twelve on-line multi-media modules, one hour integrative tutorials weekly; two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the Basic-Accelerated (F) Stream Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 2V04 NURSING 2I05 OR NURSING 2I04. Rationale: The co-requisite is incorrect and would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. This change was updated in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified. NURSING 2I05 will remain a course for the intake of September 2015. The course will have been completed by all current students. NURSING 2U03 4– Introduction to Client Health Assessment and Clinical Reasoning

3 4 unit(s) This course focuses on the acquisition of foundational clinical and reasoning skills. History taking, nurse patient relationship, physical assessment and clinical reasoning are introduced. Three Four hours (problem-based tutorials and clinical lab); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of the Basic-Accelerated (F) Stream or permission of the instructor Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3LL3 Rationale: This change provides students more time with faculty in order to rehearse and practice initial nursing actions. It fosters an environment where students can achieve knowledge while also learning through faculty role-modeling. Three hours did not provide the time to create this teaching/learning relationship. NURSING 4P04 - Advanced Nursing Concepts I 4 unit(s) This course is designed to allow students to explore first hand some of the facets and elements of the act of leading in the everyday world of professional nursing. The focus on leading will be on the challenges and issues of nurses’ work. This course engages students in learning about the meaning of leading through influence. Three and one half hours (small group tutorial); one term Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any stream in the B.Sc.N. Program (A), (E) or (F) Stream Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4E03 Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4J07, NURSING 4S06 or NURSING 4T06 Rationale: The prerequisite was not specific enough and would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. This change was updated in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified. HTHSCI 4NR3 - Nursing Research 3 unit(s) A professional practice course designed to enhance the student’s understanding of the research process. Emphasis is placed on the student potential role as a research collaborator in projects related to professional practice. Three hours (lecture), 24-30 hours research practicum; one term Prerequisite(s): One of HTHSCI 3C04, NURSING 3SS4, NURSING 3SS3 or permission of the instructor Antirequisite(s): HTHSCI 4L02 First offered in 2012-2013 Rationale: The prerequisite was incorrect and would not permit students to register in MOSAIC. This change was updated in the on-line version of the Undergraduate Calendar for 2015-16 when the problem was identified.

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BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES MIDWIFERY PROGRAM

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM No Changes.

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