Medical student’s orientation to biochemistry course Sem-II Dr. Saidunnisa, M.D. Chairperson and Professor Department of Biochemistry 20/02/2013

Course  Biochemistry with Clinical correlations (Sem- II)  Course Numbers: MBC-224.  The second semester curriculum is highly structured and student centered.

Distribution of systems in year-I Biochemistry Semester-ISemester-II Basic conceptsExcretory system (10 topics) BloodGenetics (12 Topics ) Musculoskeletal systemEndocrine system (4 Topics) Gastrointestinal systemReproductive system (1Topic ) Respiratory systemCentral nervous system (3 Topic ) Cardiovascular systemSpecial senses (1Topic ) PBL and Clinical SkillsPracticals : 8 Total (31)

Curriculum  The department of Biochemistry strongly believes in the student centered curriculum and employs unique and innovative techniques to make each session highly interesting.  Examples: 1. Small group discussion 2. Case Based Learning 3. Book Talks 4. Seminars 5. Projects

Course handout  The course handout provided to you, has the details of:  Topic date and time  Faculty Details  Teaching Methodology  Assessment Dates (Quizzes and Assignment)

Recommended Books 1. Text Book of biochemistry for medical students 6 th edition by DM Vasudevan 2. "Biochemistry", by Pamela C. Champe and Richard A. Harvey, J.B. Lippincott Co., Lippincotts

Reference book 1. "Basic Medical Biochemistry, A Clinical Approach", by Dawn B. Marks, Allan D. Marks and Colleen M. Smith, Williams and Wilkins, Baltimore,

Lecture Handouts  The individual lecturers will attempt to point out those areas you should understand.  Will incorporate some notes in power points so as to encourage the students to refer to the text book.  There will not be lot of information in the power points.

Lecture Handouts  Power point hand out knowledge may not be adequate to answer the MCQs and RRE.  Hence students are requested to read recommended text books.

Lecture Handouts  Access to the presentation material (soft copy), will be uploaded on to the intranet account immediately after the lecture.

Attitude  The foundation of success, regardless of your chosen field, is Attitude.

Attendance  Attending all classes will facilitate your learning process. It will make learning much easier, understandable and enjoyable.  75 % is mandatory to become eligible for end year exam.  Students are expected to be on time for all sessions.  Late comers and students leaving in the middle of the sessions will be marked as Absent.

Laboratory Sessions  Wearing lab coat and carrying lab manual is mandatory  Be thorough with the instructions, since mishandling of reagents may lead to serious accidents  Missing of lab sessions to be avoided, since remedial is very difficult.

Laboratory Manual  Is already uploaded take the print out maintain neatly it carries marks.  Mandatory to bring to the class during the practical session.  Be on time to the practical sessions.  Students coming late will not be allowed into the lab.

Continuous Assessment schedule Semester-II Quiz-3ICA-III/IVAssignment submission Date: Topic: Excretory System Faculty: (Dr.Manjunatha) ICA-3 Date: Biochemistry ICA-4 Date: Biochemistry 01/05/13 Topics: (25studentseach group) 1. Excretory system (Dr.Manjunatha) 2. Special senses (Dr.Beenish) 3. Genetics (Dr.Saidunnisa) 4. Endocrine and reproductive system (Dr.Shetty)

Contribution of Marks Assessment Methodology for 1st year Basic Sciences (Semester –I&11)

Remedial examinations  No Remedial examinations for continuous assessment during the semester.  One remedial exam for those who are unsuccessful after the comprehensive exam.  One Repeat examination at the end of the Summer vacation.  Repeat exam will consist of both theory and practical.

Eligibility for end semester examination  To appear for the Comprehensive Examination a student must have both the following requirements:  An overall minimum mark of 40% in continuous assessment.  A minimum attendance of 75% for the course or combination of course.

1yr Students research-Conference 1. EMSS 2. “Cancer in the UAE” -Theme ( 4 th RAKMHSU students conference) will be held on 23rd of May.  The deadline for proposal submission is 10th March  Students interested kindly meet any faculty with in the department we will guide you.

Meeting the Faculty  Clarification of doubts in the subject  Attendance  Scores and performance in continuous assessments.  Leave application-personal, official reasons  Any other matters  Any time during office hours from pm

Course Surveys  Are conducted once in a semester by the IRO.  Need not wait till such time.  Department welcomes any suggestions and feedback, to facilitate the Biochemistry learning an enjoyable one.

Course Surveys 1. Small group discussions more 2. Clarity in explaining and accent 3. More videos 4. Continuity in the topics 5. Mini quizzes 6. Practicals: provide Markers which are dark 7. Extra 5 min to be provided

May success come your way