Pathophysiology I

This course will provide an introduction to the fundamentals of pathophysiology and related disease processes. The underlying concepts of homeostasis, cellular changes, inflammation, infection, healing and abnormal immune responses will be examined. The basic concepts of fluid - electrolyte and acid – base balance will be analyzed and how imbalances can promote disorder in the body. Common diagnostic testing will be examined and how they are utilized in the process of diagnosing disease and prognostic outcomes. Specific diseases and disorders will be discussed to apply the concepts learned and how they affect the structure and functioning of the human body. Basic treatment modalities are will be reviewed as a foundation of learning to be expanded upon in the practicum experience.

Notes:

The minimum passing grade for this course is 60%.

COURSE EQUIVALENCY: PATH 3505 is equivalent only if students have successfully completed BOTH PATH 3583 AND PATH 4583. Students must apply for a credit transfer to have their courses credited towards PATH 3505. Please see the Credit Transfer process.

FAST TRACK:
Pathophysiology I – PATH 3583 is scheduled for Semester Intake .
Pathophysiology II – PATH 4583 is scheduled for both Semester Intake & Monthly Intake .
Students attempting to complete both courses in one semester should register for PATH 3583 for a semester start and PATH 4583 for the following monthly intake start.

The Fast Track (accelerated) course option cannot be completed in less than 7 weeks. Students must successfully complete PATH 3583 BEFORE they begin PATH 4583. Students should not register to complete PATH 3583 and PATH 4583 simultaneously. These are asynchronous courses that require students to follow a weekly schedule and complete all assessments within the assigned timeframes. These are not self-paced offerings.

HOW TO REGISTER: Students can register online or by calling enrolment services at 905-721-3000. Payment is due at the time of registration.

PROCTORED MID-TERM AND FINAL EXAMS: The mid-term exam and final exam for this course are online proctored exams. Detailed instructions are provided to students by their course facilitator. Students are responsible for scheduling their own exams. Students who miss their scheduled exam time, and/or do not reschedule within the required timelines, will be charged additional exam fees to reschedule.