Master of Science in Physician Assistant Pre-Requisite Undergraduate Courses

*Courses must be taken on ground only

College Math or higher (3 semester credit hours)
MAC2105 (3.0 credit hours) College Algebra Prepares students for disciplines involving quantitative calculations. Topics include operations with algebraic expressions, radicals, exponents, linear and quadratic equations with applications, graphs of linear, quadratic, cubic and rational functions, combinations of functions, composite functions, direct, inverse and joint variation, radical equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, exponential and logarithmic equations and applications, systems of linear equations, and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MAT1033 
MGF2106 (3.0 credit hours) College Mathematics Delivers a broad overview of applications of mathematics as they relate to the fields of set theory, logic, informal geometry, probability and statistics. Prerequisite: MAT1033
STA2023 (3.0 credit hours) Statistics Introduces statistics. Topics include statistical methods dealing with data collection, grouping and presentation, organization of data, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal distributions, probability, correlation and regression, estimation, hypothesis testing, and contingency table analysis. Prerequisite: MAT1033
STA3163 (3 credit hours) Intermediate Statistics This course presents tools for the analysis of data. Specific topics include: normal distribution, tests of means, proportions, ANOVA, regression, multiple regression, correlation, and nonparametric methods. A computerized statistical tool is used in the course for data analysis. Prerequisite: STA2023

English – Minimum of 3 hours in English Composition (6 semester credit hours)
ENC1101 (3.0 credit hours) English Composition I Develops writing skills to achieve career goals. Topics include using principles of pre-writing, drafting, revising and editing to write clear, well-developed paragraphs, essays and a documented research paper. Prerequisite: ENC 0001 or demonstration of proficiency in Basic English (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher. Keiser University requires a minimum of 4,000 written words.) 
ENC2102 (3.0 credit hours) English Composition II Continues ENC1101. Topics include essay writing techniques with emphasis on literary analysis, persuasive writing, basic research and documentation methods. Prerequisite: ENC1101 (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher. Keiser University requires a minimum of 4,000 written words.) 
ENC3213 (3.0 credit hours) Professional Writing Prepares students to write professionally in support of management objectives for audiences within and outside a corporation or non-profit enterprise. Prerequisite: ENC1101 
ENC4313 (3.0 credit hours) Research Writing Presents the process for writing proposals as well as informal and formal reports. An overview of constructing an argument and critical analysis of writing material is explored. Prerequisite: ENC 1101

Humanities (3 semester credit hours)
ENL1000 (3.0 credit hours) English Literature Explores select English authors and literary texts. Topics include historical background, social forces, literary genres and elements. (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher.) Keiser University requires a minimum of 4,000 written words.)
AML1000 (3.0 credit hours) American Literature Explores select American authors and literary texts. Topics include historical background, social forces, literary genres and elements. (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher. Keiser University requires a minimum of 4,000 written words.)
PHI1010 (3.0 credit hours) Introduction to Philosophy Explores the history, purpose, methods and problems of philosophy. Topics include systems of philosophical thought as students develop a personal philosophical perspective based on ancient and current theories.

Social Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
AMH1010 (3.0 credit hours) American History Pre 1877 Examines American history from 1492 to 1876, focusing on political, economic and diplomatic events. 
AMH1020 (3.0 credit hours) American History Since 1876 Examines American history since 1876, focusing on political, economic and diplomatic events. 
CCJ1010 (3.0 credit hours) Criminology Provides a survey of delinquent and criminal behavior including: the measurement of crime, causes of deviant behavior based on psychological, biological, and sociological theories, selected case studies and the future direction of criminal justice. 
CCJ1020 (3.0 credit hours) Introduction to Criminal Justice Examines and evaluates courts, police and correctional organizations in the United States. Topics include the history of criminal justice organizations and contemporary problems and their solutions
COM2460 (3.0 credit hours) Intercultural Communication Introduces concepts and theories of intercultural communications. Students examine their own assumptions and learn the subtle and profound ways culture affects communication. Emphasis is placed on improving communication with people from other cultures.
ECO1023 (3.0 credit hours) Microeconomics Presents microeconomics theories. Topics include theory and application of supply and demand elasticity, theory of consumer demand, utility, and indifference curve analysis, law of diminishing returns in production ranging from pure competition to pure monopoly, production theory and the theory of income distribution, comparative advantage, trade policies, exchange rates and balance of payments. 
ECO2013 (3.0 credit hours) Macroeconomics Presents basic economic concepts emphasizing the part the United States plays in a global economy. Foundations of economic theory are presented, using topics from television news and mass media. Topics include GDP, National Income Accounting, United States fiscal policy and economic growth.
POS1041 (3.0 credit hours) Political Science Addresses how America has evolved from an agrarian to a post-industrial society. Topics include the Constitution and its three branches of government.
SPC1017 (3.0 credit hours) Speech Communications Focuses on preparation and delivery of various types of speeches. Topics include techniques to improve interpersonal communication skills, job interviewing and working in teams.
SYG 1000 (3.0 credit hours) Sociology Explores human society and introduces the discipline and methods of sociology. Topics include customs, groups, organizations, institutions, classes and social processes. (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher. Keiser University requires a minimum of 4000 written words.)

Behavioral Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
CLP3005 (3.0 credit hours) Marriage and Family Focuses on marriage and family dynamics in contemporary society. Explores issues related to parenting, divorce and gender roles. Emphasizes models of communication and conflict resolution. 
CLP3314 (3.0 credit hours) Health Psychology Presents a survey of health psychology. Topics include behaviors and lifestyles affecting individual health, health enhancement, disease prevention, safety and rehabilitation. 
DEP1030 (3.0 credit hours) Introduction to Cognitive Development Explores theories of cognition as they relate to human development. Focuses on the behavioral and physiological approaches to cognition. Topics include perception, attention, memory, problem-solving and critical thinking. 
DEP2004 (3.0 credit hours) Lifespan Development Explores human development and examines theories and empirical studies dealing with human cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in the context of a lifespan. Explores emergent and controversial topics relevant to a student’s home and work environment. 
DEP3103 (3.0 credit hours) Child Psychology Focuses on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of children from prenatal development through adolescence. Explores current issues concerning the family, the formation of value systems and problems facing children in contemporary society. 
DEP4305 (3.0 credit hours) Adolescent Psychology Focuses on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development that takes place during the adolescent years. Examines the influence of family, peers, school, work, and culture. Topics include current issues in adolescent development concerning autonomy, the formation of identity, intimacy and sexuality, and problems facing adolescence in contemporary society. 
PSY1012 (3.0 credit hours) Introduction to Psychology Introduces terms and concepts dealing with basic psychological research methods, human and animal behavior, life-span development, states of consciousness, learning, memory, intelligence, motivation, personality structure, stress and coping, behavior disorders, social pressures and cultures. Students are encouraged to apply critical thinking strategies through their participation in various discussions of psychological theories and concepts throughout this course. (Gordon Rule course requiring a grade of “C” or higher. Keiser University requires a minimum of 4,000 written words for the course.) 
PSY2206 (3.0 credit hours) Social Psychology Presents the field of social psychology. Focuses on human nature, culture, and the importance of relationships in the human race. Topics include social cognition, affect, emotion, and the formation of beliefs and attitudes. Explores interpersonal attraction, exclusion, relationships, sexuality and group interactions. 
PSY2214 (3.0 credit hours) Abnormal Psychology Explores the theories of psychopathology and abnormal behavior and presents a historical overview of the services provided to individuals with mental illness. Introduces the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders along with approaches to assessment, diagnosis and treatment of major psychological disorders. 
PSY4830 (3.0 credit hours) Sports Psychology Examines the psychological aspects of sport and exercise. Focuses on motivation and goal setting in sport and introduces cognitive and behavioral interventions.
PSY4850 (3.0 credit hours) Positive Psychology Presents the identification and application of the psychology of well-being. Topics include the management of emotions, resilience, positive traits, strengths of character, self-regulation and self-control.

Medical Terminology (2 Semester credit hours)
HIM2472C (3.0 credit hours) Medical Terminology 
This course teaches the basic structure of medical words structure using the body system approach. It serves as a foundation for understanding the medical language required to read and comprehend clinical documentation and be able to communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals. Prerequisite: HIM1012C
HSC1531 (3.0 credit hours) Healthcare Medical Terminology 
Includes the basic structure of medical words, including prefixes, suffixes, roots and combining forms and plurals. Topics include correct pronunciation, spelling and definitions.

*General Biology or Zoology with on ground only laboratory (4 semester credit hours)
BSC1005 (3.0 credit hours) General Biology Introduces elementary cell structure, metabolism, and reproduction. Topics include aspects of general and biological chemistry, cell cycles, DNA structure and replication, protein synthesis, nature of heredity and the genetic basis of speciation. 
*BSC1005L (1.0 credit hour) General Biology Laboratory Consists of practical applications of theories and concepts presented in BSC1005 (General Biology)
BSC1006 (3.0 credit hours) Advanced Biology Extends theories and concepts presented in BSC1005 (General Biology). Topics include biological classification, nutrient procurement and processing, reproduction and development, environmental responses, interactions of organisms with one another and with their environment. Prerequisite: BSC1005 
*BSC1006L (1.0 credit hour) Advanced Biology Laboratory Consists of practical applications corresponding to the theories and concepts presented in BSC1006 (Advanced Biology).
BSC2010 (3.0 credit hours) Biology I This course is designed for science majors. Introductory topics include the organization of the living world, the requirements of life, the scientific method, and aspects of general and biological chemistry. Aspects of cells include their structure and function, energy acquisition and utilization, the cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis, Mendelian genetics, genetic defects, chromosomes, DNA structure, replication, protein synthesis, the genetic code, and mechanisms of gene control. Current molecular biology and technologies are introduced. 
*BSC2010L (1.0 credit hour) Biology I Laboratory This course is to be taken in conjunction with BSC2010. This course is designed to explore the organization of the living world through inquiry-based laboratory scenarios. Students will build upon concepts discussed in the corresponding lecture. Corequisite: BSC2010 
BSC2011 (3.0 credit hours) Biology II This is an introductory / survey course that extends the curriculum of General Biology for majors (BSC-2010). Aspects of the theory and dynamics of evolution and the origin and evolution of life are followed by a survey of the diversity of life. The structure and function of plants and animals are compared. Patterns of interaction of organisms with each other and their environment are explored together with the human impact on biodiversity. Prerequisite: BSC2010 
*BSC2011L (1.0 credit hour) Biology II Laboratory This is an introductory biological laboratory course designed for science majors that extends the concepts and theories of BSC2010 (General Biology), and consists of practical applications corresponding to theories and concepts presented in BSC2011 (Advanced Biology for science majors).

*General Chemistry I and II with on ground only laboratories (8 semester credit hours)
CHM2045 (3.0 credit hours) General Chemistry Introduces chemical concepts, principles and applications. Topics include atomic structure, chemical bonding, states of matter, solutions, reaction rates and equilibrium, acids and bases and an introduction of organic chemistry. 
*CHM2045L (1.0 credit hour) General Chemistry Laboratory Consists of practical applications of principles and concepts presented in CHM2045 (General Chemistry). 
CHM2046 (3.0 credit hours) Advanced Chemistry Surveys molecular structure, nomenclature and reactions of major classes of organic compounds. Topics include main categories of biological molecules and an overview of biochemical processes in living organisms, including digestion, biochemical energetics, molecular genetics and key biosynthetic pathways. Prerequisite: CHM2045 
*CHM2046L (1.0 credit hour) Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Consists of practical applications and topics presented in CHM2046 (Advanced Chemistry).

*Microbiology with on ground only laboratory (4 semester credit hours)
*MCB2000C (4.0 credit hours) Microbiology I Presents pathogens and the diseases they cause. Topics include morphology, behavior, characteristics, activities of common microorganisms and techniques of identification, culturing, staining, counting and isolating microorganisms. 
MCB3020 (4.0 credit hours) Microbiology Presents both pathogens and non-pathogens and their interactions with humans. Emphasis is on human diseases. Topics include microbial structure, physiology, classification, epidemiology, pathogenesis, anti-infective agents, and the immune system. Prerequisites: BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 2046, CHM 2046L, CHM2210, CHM2210L 
*MCB3020L (1.0 credit hour) Microbiology Laboratory This course is to be taken in conjunction with MCB3020. Consists of practical applications and concepts presented in MCB 3020 (Microbiology). Prerequisites: BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 2046, CHM 2046L, CHM2210, CHM2210L

Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry (3 semester credit hours)
BCH1020C (4.0 credit hours) Fundamentals of Biochemistry Provides basic knowledge of structural organic molecules, acid-base chemistry, reaction mechanisms and chemical thermodynamics. Topics include the roles of essential biological molecules, focusing on protein chemistry, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and enzymes. Prerequisites: BSC1005, CHM1045
BCH3205 (3.0 credit hours) Fundamentals of Biochemistry Provides basic knowledge of structural organic molecules, acid-base chemistry, reaction mechanisms and chemical thermodynamics. Topics include the roles of essential biological molecules, focusing on protein chemistry, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and enzymes. Prerequisite: CHM3206
BCH4053 (3.0 credit hours) Biochemistry I Presents a comprehensive overview of concepts in the field of biochemistry. Aspects of cell organization, biochemical reactions, structures, purification and characterization of proteins, enzymes, lipids, and nucleic acids will be explored. Prerequisite: CHM2211, CHM2211L 
BCH4054 (3.0 credit hours) Biochemistry II Presents a comprehensive overview of concepts in the field of biochemistry. Aspects of metabolism, carbohydrates, energy storage, citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, lipid metabolism, photosynthesis, metabolisms of nitrogen and cellular signaling will be explored. Prerequisites: BCH4053, CHM2211, CHM2211L
CHM2210 (3.0 credit hours) Organic Chemistry I Study of structures, synthesis, and mechanism of reactions of different carbon compounds. Prerequisites: CHM 2045, CHM2045L, CHM 2046, CHM2046L 
CHM2211 (3.0 credit hours) Organic Chemistry II Study of structures, synthesis, and mechanism of reactions of different carbon compounds. Prerequisites: CHM2210, CHM 2010L

*Human Anatomy and Physiology and with on ground only laboratories (8 semester credit hours)
*BSC2085C (4.0 credit hours) Human Anatomy and Physiology I Provides basic structure, function and chemistry of the human body. Topics include terminology, chemistry, cell biology, tissues, cellular respiration and body systems including skeletal, muscular, respiratory, reproductive and integumentary systems. Laboratory experience includes microscopic observation, experimentation, study of anatomical models and dissection.
*BSC2086C (4.0 credit hours) Human Anatomy and Physiology II Continues BSC 2085 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I), with emphasis on circulatory, digestive, endocrine, immune, lymphatic, nervous and urinary systems. Topics include blood, sense organs, nutrition and metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance and acid-base balance. Laboratory experience includes microscopic observation, experimentation, study of anatomical models and dissection. Prerequisite: BSC2085C
*PCB3703C (4.0 credit hours) Human Physiology Provides students with relevant academic information regarding the function of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems, including their interaction and integration with each other in the human body. Content will place an emphasis on regulatory mechanisms and some abnormal physiology. Prerequisites: ZOO3733C
*ZOO3733C (4.0 credit hours) Human Anatomy Provides basic, integrated and functional anatomy of the human body in a clinically oriented way. Topics include gross and microscopic study of cell, tissues, organs, and organ systems. An emphasis on nomenclature with a critical understanding of how structure is related to function. All major human organ systems are completed before the start of the Human Physiology Course. Prerequisites: BSC2010C or equivalent

Genetics (3 semester credit hours)
PCB2065C (4.0 credit hours) Principles of Genetics This course is introductory. Topics include fundamentals of DNA, chromosome structure and function, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics in eukaryotes, prokaryotes and viruses, recombinant DNA technology, gene expression and the genetic basis of immunology. Prerequisites: BSC1011 and CHEM2046
PCB3063 (3.0 credit hours) Genetics Presents a comprehensive overview of concepts in the field of genetics. Aspects of genes, genomes, genetic analysis, chromosomes, gene regulation, development, DNA repair, cancer and population genetics will be explored. Prerequisites: BSC2010, BSC2010L, CHM2046, CHM2046L