UNEC College of Medicine Second Year Course Outline 2024

This post contains the list of courses and the course outline for second-year students in the following departments;

• Medicine and Surgery
• Dentistry
• Medical Rehabilitation
• Medical Laboratory Sciences
• Nursing Sciences
• Radiology and Radiological Sciences
• Human Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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• UNEC Crossover Guide for Second Year Students

First Semester Course Outline

SN	Course Code	Course Title	Unit
1	ANA 201	Gross Human Anatomy	2
2	ANA 225	Histology and Cytology	2
3	ANA 213	General Embryology	2
4	BIC 201	Chemistry of Biomolecules	3
5	BIC 211	Enzymes, Bioenergetics and Biological Oxidation	2
6	PYS 201	General Physiology and Blood	2
7	PYS 203	Excitable Tissues and Autonomic Nervous System	2
8	COS 101	Introduction to Computer Science	2
9	GSP 207	Philosophy, And Human Existence	2
10	MLS 201	Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science	3

• UNEC Second Year Courses for College of Medicine Students

Department of Human Anatomy

Course Title: Gross Human Anatomy

Course: Code: ANA 205

Upper Limb

• Anatomical Positions, Terms and Movement
• Pectoral Region, Axilla and Shoulder Region
• Mammary Gland
• Brachial Plexus
• Classification of Bones
• Bones of The Upper Limb and Ossification
• Anatomy of The Arm (Anterior and Posterior Compartment)
• Anatomy of The Forearm (Flexor, Extensor and Extensor Retinaculum)
• Classification of Joints
• Shoulder Joint and Elbow Joint
• Radio-Ulnar and Wrist Joints
• Dorsum of The Hand and Palm I
• Palm II (Flexor Retinaculum, Palmar Aponeurosis, Fascial Spaces of the Hand)
• Arteries of The Upper Limb
• Anastomosis Around the Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist
• Lymphatic and Venous Drainage of the Upper Limb
• Radial Nerve
• Median Nerve
• Ulnar Nerve and Cutaneous/Segmentation Innervation of the Upper Limb

Thorax and Thoracic Cage

• Thoracic Wall/Thoracic Part of Autonomic Nervous System
• Pleural/Lungs/Broncho-Pulmonary Segments
• Mediastinum
• Heart
• Thoracic Duct/Azygous Vein/Hemi-Azygous Vein
• Oesophagus
• Trachea

Abdomen

• Anterior Abdominal Wall/Rectus Sheath/Inguinal Canal
• Peritoneal Cavity, Omental Bursa, Mesentery
• Coeliac Artery, SAM, IMA
• Duodenum, Pancreas
• Liver, Gall Bladder
• Portal Vein/Portal Venous System/Porto-Carvel Anastomosis
• Ileum, Jejunum, Colon, Appendix
• Stomach, Spleen,
• Kidneys/ Suprarenal Gland

Course Title: Histology and Cytology

Course Code: ANA 225

SN	Histology and Cytology
1	Introduction to Histology
2	Histology Techniques
3	Protective and Glandular Epithelium
4	Connective Tissue
5	Muscle Tissue
6	Bone Formation
7	Nervous Tissue
8	Blood and Lymphatic Vessels

Course Title: General Embryology

Course Title: ANA 213

SN	General Embryology
1	Introduction, Testis, Spermatogenesis
2	Ovary and Oogenesis
3	Female Reproductive Cycle
4	Fertilization
5	Cleavage Morula and Blastocyst Formation
6	Implantation

Department of Medical Biochemistry

Course Title: Chemistry of Biomolecules

Course Code: BIC 201

Carbohydrates

1. General Introduction
2. Definition and Functions
3. Classification and Nomenclature & Description of Monosaccharide
4. Oligosaccharides and Polysaccharides with Examples
5. Derivatives of Monosaccharides
6. Stereochemistry
7. Reducing and Nonproducing Sugars
8. Complex Polysaccharides
9. Common Chemical Reactions of Some Carbohydrates.

Lipids and Biomembranes

• Definition, Occurrence, Properties and General Functions
• Classification, Elementary & Structural Illustrations
• Lipid Molecules of Physiological/Biochemical Importance the Complex Lipids
• Lipid Bilayer Structure of Cell Membranes – Full Illustration and Description
• Role of Cholesterol and Proteins in Membrane Structure

Nucleic Acids and Nucleotides (Part I)

• Introduction: Nature and Functions of Nucleic Acids
• Definition, Structures of Bases
• Nucleosides
• Nucleotides
• Chemical Composition
• Structure of DNA (Watson-Crick Model); Structure and Properties of Histones
• Structure of Nucleosomes and Chromosomes
• Physical and Chemical Properties of DNA
• Structure and Functions of Important Nucleotides
• Nucleases.

Amino Acids

• Theory of Weak Acids and Bases: – PH., Pka, Buffers
• Amino Acids; General Introduction, Classification
• Structure and General Properties
• Special Reaction and Quantitative Determination

Proteins

• Protein Classification and Properties
• Structure and Analysis; Sequencing
• Qualitative and Quantitative Determination.

Course Code: Enzymes, Bioenergetics and Biological Oxidation

Course Title: Bic 211

Enzymes (1)

• General Introduction; Enzyme Nomenclature
• Methods of Determining Activity; Kinetics
• Mechanism of Action
• Factors Affecting Enzyme-Catalyzed Reactions

Enzymes (II)

• Enzyme Inhibition; Regulatory Enzymes
• Regulatory and Non-Regulatory Proteins
• Enzymes in Clinical Medicine

Bioenergetics Introduction; Definition; Concept of Energy Transduction

• Laws of Thermodynamics
• Derivation and Definition of Free Energy
• Endergonic and Exergonic Reactions
• Bioenergetics of Coupled Reactions in Nature
• Role of ATP as The Energy Currency of the Cell

Biologic Oxidation

• Explanation of Redox Reactions in Chemistry and Biological Systems
• Role of Coenzymes
• Redox Potentials, Definition and Applications.

UNN Department of Human Physiology

Course Title: General Physiology and Blood

Course Code: PYS 201

SN	General Physiology and Blood
1	Introduction to Physiology
2	Homeostasis and Control Systems
3	Cell Structure and Functions
4	Cell Organelles
5	Transport Across Cell Membrane
6	Temperature Regulation
7	Erythropoiesis
8	Blood Physiology

Course Title: Excitable Tissues and Autonomic Nervous System

Course Code: PYS 203

SN	Excitable Tissues and Autonomic Nervous System
1	Introduction to Excitable Tissues
2	Structure of A Neuron
3	Membrane Potentials
4	Stimulus-Response Characteristics
5	Neuromuscular Transmission
6	Central Synaptic Transmission
7	Skeletal Muscle
8	Cardiac Muscle Smooth Muscle
9	Autonomic Receptors

UNN Department of Computer Science

Course Title: Introduction to Computer Science

Course Code: COS 101

SN	Introduction to Computer Science
1	Basic Computer Structure
2	Input (Introduction, Types and Input Devices)
3	Output (Computer Output Function and Output Devices)
4	Computer Storage
5	Number Systems
6	Computer Software
7	Problem Solving (Algorithm, Classifying Algorithm, Flowchart and Programming Language)
8	Basic Language Programming
9	Java Language Programming
10	Computer Networking
11	A History of the Computer

UNN School of General Studies

Course Title: Logic: Philosophy, And Human Existence

Course Code: GSP 207

Philosophy

• The Ideal of Philosophy
• Metaphysics
• An Introduction to Epistemology
• Axiology: A Philosophical Theory of Value
• Regional Philosophies

Logic

• Deduction, Induction and Laws of Thoughts
• Logical Fallacies and their Applications
• Basic Symbolic Logic

Human Existence

• Socio-Religious Life and Existentialist Ideals
• Identity, Nationalism and 21st Century Violence
• The Logic of Religious Fanaticism
• The Internet and New Forms of Group Recruitment/Belonging
• Social Media and Changes in Religio-Political Engagements
• Collapsed Borders: Inter-Disciplinary Demands of the 4th Industrial Revolution

Selected Topics on Igbo Language

UNN Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences

Course Title: Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science

Course Code: MLS 201

SN	Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science
1	General Introduction to Clinical Chemistry
2	General Introduction to Hematology
3	General Introduction to Histopathology
4	General Introduction to Immunology
5	General Introduction to Medical Microbiology
6	Ethics of Medical Laboratory Practice
7	Code of Conduct of the Medical Laboratory Profession
8	Specimen Collection, Reception, and Registration
9	Specimen Bottles
10	Safety Precautions in Pathology Laboratories – Against Chemical, Biological, Electrical and Radiation Hazards
11	Microscopy and Microtome, Use and Care of Microscopes
12	Sterilization – Principle and Techniques, Chemical and Physical
13	Glassware – Care and Maintenance
14	Refrigeration – Principle, Uses, and Care
15	Handling of Laboratory Animals
16	Principles of Tissue Preservation, Fixation, Processing and Staining; Handling of Surgical, Autopsy/Biopsy Specimens, Removal of Formalin Pigments
17	Basic Tools of the Microbiologist – Wire Loop, Cotton Wool, Pipettes, Swabs, and Their Uses
18	Basic Staining Techniques- Gram’s Stain and Ziehl-Nelson’s Stain
19	Principles and Components of Hematological Stains, Blood Film Preparation and Staining
20	Counting Chambers – Care and Uses, Hb and PCV Estimation
21	Reagent preparation and standardization

Note that only students in Medical Laboratory Science offer MLS 201.

• Course Outline for Medical Laboratory Science

Second Semester Course Outline

SN	Course Code	Course Title	Unit
1	ANA 202	Gross Anatomy II	2
2	ANA 226	Systemic Histology I	2
3	ANA 214	Systemic Embryology I	2
4	BIC 222	Metabolism of Carbohydrates & Lipids	3
5	BIC 232	Metabolism of Protein, Nucleic Acids & Mol. Biol.	3
6	PYS 202	Renals & GIT	3
7	PYS 204	Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology	3
8	BIC 212	Laboratory Exercises	3
9	GSP 208	Nigerian Peoples and Culture	2

Department of Anatomy

Course Title: Systemic Histiology

Course Code: ANA 226

SN	Systemic Histology I
1	Stomach
2	Small Intestine
3	Large Intestine, Appendix and Rectum
4	Liver
5	Gall Bladder, Pancreas
6	Kidney
7	Ureter, Urinary Bladder
8	Pituitary Gland

Course Title: Gross Anatomy II

Course Code: ANA 202

SN	Gross Anatomy II
1	Rectum and Anal canal
2	Urinary bladder and Prostrate
3	The Male and Female Urethra
4	Uterus, Vagina
5	Posterior abdominal wall, vessels, nerves and muscles of the lower pelvis
6	Ovaries, female and male external genital
7	Anal triangle, Urogenital triangle
8	Gluteal Region
9	Sacral and Lumbar Plexus
10	Front of the thigh, Femoral triangle, medial side of the thigh and adductor canal
11	Femoral and Obturator nerves
12	Tibia and Common peroneal nerve
13	The femoral artery and anastomosis in Gluteal, Thigh and Knee Joint
14	Hip Joint
15	Back of the thigh and Popliteal fossa
16	Front and Lateral sides of the leg, Dorsum of the foot
17	Back of the leg, Lymphatic and Venous Drainage of the lower limb
18	Knee Joint
18	Sole of Foot
20	Arches of Goot

Course Title: Systemic Embryology I

Course Code: ANA 214

SN	Systemic Embryology I
1	Development of Heart I
2	Development of Heart II
3	Development of Heart III
4	Development of Arteries
5	Development of Veins

Course Title: Renal and GIT

Course Code: PYS 202

SN	Renal Physiology
1	Body Fluids I & II
2	Introduction, Fxnal Anatomy of the Kidneys, Functions of Kidney
3	Blood Supply, JGA, Auto Regulation of Blood Flow
4	Urine Formation, GFR, Creatinine Clearance Test
5	Tubular Reabsorption, Secretion, PCT, DCT & CT
6	Concentration of Urine, Counter Current Multiplier & Current Exchange Mechanism. Regulation of Osmolarity
7	Urine Acidification and Kidney Role in Acid/Base Balance
8	Endocrine Fxns of the Kidneys. RAS. Diuresis & Diuretics
9	Kidney Function Tests and Normal Urine
10	Physiology, Reflex & Anomalies of Micturition, Cystometrogram
11	Glomerular Nephritis, Nephrotic syndrome, Acute/Chronic Renal Failure, Dialysis (Peritoneal & Haemo), Renal Replacement Therapy

• UNEC GIT and Renal Test Questions

Gastrointestinal Physiology

Course Code: PYS 202

INTRODUCTION

• Parts of the GIT
• Physiologic Anatomy of the GIT
• Hormones/Neurotransmitters
• Electric Activity of the GIT
• Role of Autonomic Nervous System and Intrinsic Nervous System in GIT

GIT MOTILITY

• Mastication
• Deglutition
• Disorders of Swallowing
• Vomiting
• Peristalsis
• Motility in the Stomach/Motor Functions of the Stomach

Intestinal Motility (Small Intestine & Colon)

• Defecatopm
• Disorders of Colon Motility(Constipation & Diarrhoea)
• Salivary Secretion

Gastric Secretion

• Brief Anatomy of the Stomach
• Phases of Gastric Secretion – cephalic, gastric, intestinal
• Constituents/Composition of Gastric Secretion
• Production of Gastric Secretion and HCl
• Regulation of Gastric Secretion
• Disorders of Hypesecretion (Peptic Ulcer and Zollinger Ellison Syndrome)

Pancreatic Secretion

• Brief anatomy of Pancreas (Exocrine, Endocrine parts)
• Constituents/Composition of Pancreatic Secretion
• Production of Pancreatic Secretion (including role of Secretin and HCO3) in Pancreatic Secretion
• Phases of Pancreatic Secretion

Bile Secretion

• Functional Anatomy of the liver (involving brief anatomy of the liver, lobes, lobules, hepatocytes)
• Functional anatomy of the biliary system
• Constituents of bile and their roles
• Production of bile and storage
• Enterohepatic secretion/circulation
• Role of bile in emulsification in millie formation
• Disorders of bile secretion (cholelithiasis, jaundice)

Digestion and Absorption

• Digestion of CHO
• Digestion of Protein
• Digestion of fats
• Digestion of vitamins/minerals
• Absorption of CHO
• Absorption of protein
• Absorption of fats
• Absorption of vitamins/minerals/water
• Disorders of absorption – steatorrhea

Course Title: Cardiovascular & Respiratory Physiology

Course Code: PYS 204

SN	Cardiovascular Physiology
1	Introduction To Cardiovascular Physiology & Fxnal Anatomy of the Heart
2	Electrical Activity of the Heart
3	Cardiac Cycle
4	ECG I & II
5	Regulation of Heart Rate & Cardiac Output
6	Functional Anatomy of Blood Vessels & Dynamics of Blood Flow/Peripheral Resistance
7	Arterial Blood Pressure & Regulation
8	Circulation in Special Areas (coronary, cerebral & foetal)
9	Circulatory Shock
10	Heart Failure

• UNEC Respiratory and Cardiovascular Physiology Test Questions

Respiratory Physiology
Introduction- Purpose of respiration, external and internal respiration and processes involved. Physiological anatomy of tracheobronchial tree and functions of the parts. Respiratory and non-respiratory functions of lungs
Pulmonary circulation and mechanism of breathing with breathing muscles
Mechanics of breathing- Name the lung volumes and capacities, Intrapleural, Intrapulmonary and Transpulmonary pressure, compliance, airway resistance, pulmonary surfactant, work of breathing, Elastic work
Different gas laws, the composition of atmospheric, alveolar and expired gases, dead space, partial pressure calculation, respiratory membrane and diffusion of respiratory gases, diffusion capacity, ventilation/perfusion ratio
Oxygen carriage- Forms of carriage, oxygen dissociation curve, interpretation factors controlling dissociation, dissociation of Hb A, Hb F, Hb S and myoglobin
Carbon dioxide carriage- Forms of carriage, chloride shift, Haldane effect, and carbon dioxide dissociation curve
Neural regulation of respiration Respiratory centres, organisation and Transection studies
Neural reflex regulation of respiration – Vagal hering Breuer reflex, lung intact receptors and pulmonary receptors in the regulation of respiration and load detecting reflex
Chemical regulation of respiration Chemical stimuli chemoreceptors
Hypoxia – Types and feature, oxygen therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and Toxicity
Asphyxia apnoea, Dyspnoea, cyanosis, periodic breathing, decompression sickness and breath-holding, ARDS, sleep apnoea syndrome, dyspnoea and D Index
High altitude physiology and acclimatization
Breathing in the foetus, newborn and respiratory, distress syndrome and RDS CPR and artificial respiration
Cardio-respiratory changes in exercise and effect of exercise training
Pulmonary function tests

Metabolism of Carbohydrate & Lipids

Course Code: BIC 222

INTRODUCTION TO METABOLISM

• Definition with examples of Metabolism
• Role of enzymes
• Bioenergetics and other Major functions
• Definitions of pathways and cycles with examples
• Differences between anabolic and catabolic pathways
• Metabolic regulation and tissue specificity
• Summary of general principles

DIGESTION AND ABSORPTION OF BIOMOLECULES

• Digestion of Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins and Nucleic acids
• Basic transport processes in biological systems
• Absorption of Carbohydrates, Lipids, Amino acids and Nucleic acids
• Abnormalities associated with Digestion
• Basic digestive and absorptive disorders

CARBOHYDRATE METABOLISM

• Biological roles of carbohydrates
• Glycolysis and degradation of other hexoses and carbohydrate metabolic disorders
• The tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle
• Gluconeogenesis and its regulation
• Disorders of glycogen metabolism (glycogen storage diseases) etc.

LIPID METABOLISM

• Lipid transport
• Role of plasma albumin and the lipoproteins
• Fatty liver
• Degradation of lipids
• Hepatic beta-oxidation
• Ketogenesis, Ketone bodies and Ketoacidosis
• Biosynthesis of lipids
• Essential fatty acids and biomedical roles
• Biochemical significance of cholesterol and its transformation metabolites

Metabolism of Protein and Amino Acids

• The fate of dietary proteins
• Essential and nonessential amino acids
• Amino acid transport
• Catabolism of amino acids
• Role of glutamate in the metabolism of amino acid nitrogen
• Urea cycle and the regulation
• Nitrogen balance
• In-born errors of amino acid metabolism
• Synthesis of nonessential amino acids
• Metabolism of branched amino acids
• Synthesis of amino acid-derived compounds

Metabolism of Nucleic Acid

• Nucleotides metabolism
• Purine and Pyrimidine and related medical disorders
• Application to cancer and malaria chemotherapy
• Medical significance and applications
• DNA replication
• DNA polymerases and reverse transcriptase

Replications, Transcriptions, Translation and Regulation

• Transcription & Translation
• Explanation of genetic code
• Regulation of protein synthesis
• Mutations and genetic disorders
• Inhibitors of protein synthesis
• Viruses, cancer and priors

Basic Tools in Molecular Biology Tools

• Introduction
• DNA sequencing methods
• Polymerase chain reaction and its uses
• Restriction enzymes
• Biotechnology and Medicine
• Genomic libraries
• Recombinant DNA technology
• Concepto fo probes, blotting, vectors
• The premise of gene therapy
• Screening for genetic diseases
• Monoclonal antibodies

• UNEC METAB Questions on Digestion and Absorption

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UNEC Lecture Venues

1. White House
2. Anatomy Laboratory
3. Physiology Auditorium
4. Departmental Classes
5. Old UNTH

UNEC White House

UNEC White House is the lecture venue for students in Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry and Medical Rehabilitation. These departments are in group A.

Anatomy Laboratory

Departments in Group A also receive lectures in Anatomy Laboratory.

Physiology Auditorium

UNEC Physiology auditorium is the lecture venue for students in the department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing Sciences, Radiography, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology and Molecular Biology.

Departmental Classes

Second-year students in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology UNEC Enugu offer departmental courses at their various departments.

Old UNTH

Students in the Faculty of Dentistry offer departmental courses at the Old UNTH.

Lecture Time in UNEC

Lectures start at 8 am in UNEC. A period of one hour is assigned to each course. The lecture closes by noon at the College of Medicine.

The departmental lecture may end by 2 pm or late into the afternoon.

Weekend lectures do not hold for second-year students in the College of Medicine.

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