Pathophysiology
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Briefing
Pathophysiology is the subject that will introduce you to the details of specific diseases, pathological mechanisms, and, most importantly, provide a solid foundation for your clinical classes.
The course is conducted through 12 in-person classes, for which you need to prepare in advance. Preparation will be beneficial not only for understanding the topic, but also actively participating in class (bonus points), and for pre-credit and exam prep.
The classes may begin with an in-class quiz on the topic of the day, but this is not always the case. During the first class, you will be introduced to the regulations and will learn what to expect for the upcoming academic year.
Participation in the classes will be rewarded with bonus points that will be added to your credit score. These bonus points are crucial, either to qualify for an exemption or to avoid having to sit for the pre-exam.
In order to qualify for the exam, you need to collect at least 48 points (60%) out of the total points available during the four credits. This system is the same as the one used in anatomy and histology.
The course includes four credits and one final exam. These assessments mainly cover topics discussed in class, although lecture material is also an important component.
Useful resources
- All didactic materials from the teachers
- Porth's Pathophysiology,
- Medicosis Perfectionalis
- NinjaNerd
Attendance
LecturesYouTube, prerecordedExcept the first and last lecture, which are in person at Collegium Universum
ClassesCollegium Universum, 2nd floorEnter the corridor as seen in the picture. Walk straight down the hallway and enter the staircase up to second floor. You have to ring the bell as the doors are usually locked. Come in in groups to avoid constant ringing.
Dress codeCasual. Outerwear is not allowed in the classrooms.
Assessment
Classes
Every class will be accredited based on either a short quiz or simply attendance. If you fail a in-class quiz, a dedicated consultation hour for retakes will be arranged at the end of the module. The class representative will coordinate this with Dr. Bialuk.
In addition, you must obtain a minimum of 60% of the total points across the four credits throughout the year. If you are absent during a credit, a retake will be arranged with Professor Bialuk, provided that your absence was justified in a timely manner.
If you achieve a score of less than 60% during the year, a pre-exam will be arranged. The pre-exam covers all the material from the course, including the lectures. The pre-exam differs from the credits in that it consists of both closed and open questions.
Clinical case presentation
In the same week as the midterm test, students will present a clinical case in groups of two or more. The clinical case will be presented as a PowerPoint presentation in person.
The presentation should focus on the underlying pathophysiologic processes. Treatment plans should be disregarded in the case presentation, although a brief mention is not harmful. It is crucial to follow the template provided for a PowerPoint presentation!
Absentees will present their case during a dedicated consultation hour, which will be arranged by the class representative.
You will not receive bonus points for the presentations; however, they remain a mandatory part of the course.
Pass/Failassessment
Bonus Pointsfor oral participation
Midterm tests
On the webiste you will be able to find a syllabus for the four credits. Each class has a set of topics and questions to cover. The department is very fair and will not go outside of the syllabus so it is highly recommended to use it as a check list when studying. Each lecture also has a useful summary at the end of it, which is recommended for studying.
Each credits presents with 20 questions - which are uniquely made each year.
In the case of an excused absence during a credit - a retake may be arranged. Unexcused absences during the credits lead to zero points and no possibility to retake.
Admittance to the final the exam requires obtaining 60% from all the 4 credits collectively. Upon failing to meet this criteria, admission may be acquired by passing a pre - exam.
Additionally, bonus points for the final exam may be obtained upon gaining the following points;
If you get 18/19 points during one module (bonus points are included) you obtain 1 point for the final exam.
If you get 20/21 points during one module (bonus points are included) you obtain 2 points for the final exam.
However, important to remember that these bonus points are only useful for elevating a passing grade. Bonus points will not be helpful in attaining a passing score during the exam.
Pre-exam
For students who do not meet the minimum total but meet the remaining exam criteria. The pre-exam consists of 10 topics with open-ended questions requiring written (short) answers. 60% of questions must be answered satisfactorily. There are no retakes, and failure means repeating the entire pathophysiology course.Multiple Choice, one correcttype of question
Point summationfor exam admission
1take
Exam
Criteria for admission to the Final Exam:
Student must not have any unexcused absences.
Student must not be absent in more than 2 classes and 2 lectures.
Student must not have failed more than 1 class.
Student must have attained 60% (48 points) from all the 4 credits - collectively.
In the case of a pre-exam, student must have attained 60% of the points.
About the Final exam:
The exam consists of 50 multiple choice questions. 40 of these questions are taken from class materials, and the remaining 10 are derived from the lectures. A totalt of 60% (30 points) must be attained in order to pass the Final Exam.
Exemption
If a student scores 76 (95%) or more points from all the midterms, the student may be exempted from the exam with the grade 5.Multiple Choice, one correcttype of question
3takes
Credit
Credit received after passing the final exam.
The grade which enters your transcript is taken from the exam.
For the grading scale, consider the department's website.
Gradedtype of credit
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