Course Title: Histology and Cytology Course Code: CLS 235 Program: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department: Clinical Laboratory Sciences College: Applied Medical Sciences Institution: Taibah University Version: 2 Last Revision Date: 1/1/1438 H A. General information about the course: 1. Course Identification 1. Credit hours: (3) 2 T + 1 P 2. Course type A. ?University ?College ? Department ? Track ?Others B. ? Required ?Elective 3. Level/year at which this course is offered: (3rd level / 2nd year) 4. Course general Description: This course introduces the students to the microscopic anatomy of the human body. First, the course starts with the description of the microscopic structure of the cell, which is the basic structural unit of the human body, and its components. Then, the normal histological structural and the functional characteristics of the four basic tissue types are clarified. Further, the normal histological structure of various body organs and systems are well described based on the study of histological microscopic images. The specific cell types in each specific organ are also described clearly with its main functions. Thus, students would know the main differences of histological structures and functional features of different tissues and organs. 5. Pre-requirements for this course (if any): - Human Physiology CLS 124 - Human Anatomy ANAT 154 6. Co-requisites for this course (if any): None. 7. Course Main Objective(s): 1. Identify the various cellular components and their role in cell function. 2. Recall the structural characteristics of the four basic tissue types using appropriate terminology. 3. Understand the microscopic structure/function of each basic tissue type, namely epithelium, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues. 4. Describe the normal histological structures/functions of various organs and systems, including vascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, skin, urinary, endocrine, as well as male and female reproductive systems. 5. Distinguish the structural features of tissues and their cellular types in each organ and relate their structural variations to the specific organ and systemic functions. 2. Teaching mode (mark all that apply) No Mode of Instruction Contact Hours Percentage 1 Traditional classroom 60 100% 2 E-learning 3 Hybrid • Traditional classroom • E-learning 4 Distance learning 3. Contact Hours(based on the academic semester) No Activity Contact Hours 41. Lectures 30 42. Laboratory/Studio 30 43. Field 44. Tutorial 45. Others (specify) Total 60 B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment Methods Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of CLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods 1.0 Knowledge and understanding 1.1 Describe the light and electron microscopic structure of the cell and its components. K1 - Lectures are designed to guide the students in reading from the textbook on the topics. - Presenting PowerPoint with updated illustrative images and pictures for different structures. - Theoretical Exams contain: • Objective questions (Factual recall, illustrative, MCQs and fill in blanks). • Short and long essay questions 1.2 Identify the structural and functional characteristics of the four basic tissue types. K Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of CLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods 2.0 Skills 2.4 Using the light microscope and histological slides appropriately S1 - Discussions during lectures. - Group and individual internet searches and analysis for selected topics. - Group and individual work during practical classes. - Practical and theoretical examination. - Group and individual evaluation of internet searches. - Instructor evaluation of the active participation in lectures and practical classes. 2.1 Demonstrate the cellular components and their role in the cell function. S2 2.2 Distinguish between types of cells, tissues and organs in histological images and slides seen under the light microscope. S3 3.0 Values, autonomy, and responsibility 3.1 Handle the light microscope and histological glass slides gently and examine the slides using the maximum microscopic facilities. V2 -Class discussions of selected topic. - Use the Internet to create self-learning activities. - In hand training for each student to use the microscopes and histology slides during the practical classes under supervision of the instructor. - Instructor evaluation of the internet searches of specific topic (Assignment). - Instructor evaluation for each student during practical classes. C. Course Content No List of Topics Contact Hours 1. Introduction to Human Histology 4 2. The Cell, the basic unit of life 4 3. Epithelium tissue 4 4. Connective Tissue 8 5. Muscular Tissue & Nervous tissue 4 6. Blood Vascular System 4 7. Immune System & Skin 4 8. Respiratory System 4 9. Digestive System 8 10. Urinary System 4 11. Endocrine System 4 12. Male Reproductive System 4 13. Female Reproductive system 4 Total 60 D. Students Assessment Activities No Assessment Activities * Assessment timing (in week no) Percentage of Total Assessment Score 1. Continuous assessment Week 1-13 5% 2. Mid-term examination (written) Week 8-9 15% 3. Assignment submission Week 12 5% 4. Lab report Week 14 5% 5. Practical exam (written) Week 15-16 30% 6. Final written examination (written) Week 17-18 40% *Assessment Activities (i.e., Written test, oral test, oral presentation, group project, essay, etc.). E. Learning Resources and Facilities 1. References and Learning Resources Essential References Junqueira’s Basic Histology: Text and Atlas, Sixteenth Edition (A & Lange series) Paperback. Supportive References Color Textbook of Histology: Gartner, P.l. and Hiatt, J.L., The latest edition. Electronic Materials 1- National University of Singapore (https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/pathweb/normal-histology/). 2- University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Interactive Histology Atlas (https://www.ouhsc.edu/histology/Index.html). Other Learning Materials Selected learning YouTube channels and other Internet resources 2. Required Facilities and equipment Items Resources facilities (Classrooms, laboratories, exhibition rooms, simulation rooms, etc.) 1. Lecture Rooms 2. Histology Laboratory Technology equipment (projector, smart board, software) Projector Other equipment (depending on the nature of the specialty) 1. Light Microscopes 2. General and systemic histology slides F. Assessment of Course Quality Assessment Areas/Issues Assessor Assessment Methods Effectiveness of teaching Instructor ü Direct Method (Rubrics) ü Indirect Method (Questionnaire on the course by the end of the semester) Effectiveness of Students' assessment Head of the department Student achievement is verified by the head of the department. Quality of Learning resources Instructor Student ü Course Report. ü Course Evaluation Survey (CES) Achievement of Course Learning Outcomes Instructor Students ü Direct Method (Rubrics) ü Indirect Method (Questionnaire on the course by the end of the semester) ü Course Evaluation Survey (CES) Effectiveness of Assessment Results Instructor ü Course Report ü Grade Report Analysis ü Course Evaluation Survey (Indirect) Assessors(Students, Faculty, Program Leaders, Peer Reviewer, Others (specify) Assessment Methods(Direct, Indirect)