Course Objectives: Behavioral Science 1 (520A)
The following are the learning objectives for the Behavioral Science course. Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in these areas in order to satisfactorily complete the course. In addition, the extent of a student's mastery of these objectives, will help guide the course evaluation and grade.
| Course Objective | Mapped UCI School of Medicine Program Objective | Core Competency |
| The student will be able to sequentially describe the various stages of development across the lifespan (child, adolescent, adult, aging), and interpret the features of each stage in light of the most influential theories of development. | A-1. Knowledge of the structure and function of the major organ systems, including the molecular, biochemical and cellular mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis | Knowledgeable |
| The student will be able to classify and summarize the key clinical features of common behavioral disorders, including eating disorders, substance use disorders, sexual dysfunctions and disorders. | A-2. Knowledge of the pathogenesis of diseases, interventions for effective treatment, and mechanisms of health maintenance to prevent disease | Knowledgeable |
| The student will be able to identify and interpret the most common risk factors and key protective factors associated with suicidal behavior. | A-4. Knowledge of population health, epidemiology principles and the scientific basis of research methods relevant to healthcare | Knowledgeable |