Course requirements for the individual components of the course are presented in detail in each of the outlines that are provided for each section. Below is a brief overview of the requirements that apply to all or many of the components.


Attendance at ALL Sessions

MPS II involves the mastery of certain technical skills in addition to developing a fund of factual knowledge. Much of the "learning" in MPS II is based on active participation and observation in clinical sessions, seminars, small group sessions, and field trips. That is, the course has a large experiential component. Many "lectures" often have patient presentations, demonstrations of technical skills, videotapes, or panel discussions-"information" is learned only by experience or observation. Accordingly, attendance at all sessions, including lectures, is MANDATORY in this course. Failure to attend sessions without a valid reason will be reflected in your final evaluation. <


Reading Assignments

You are expected to complete reading assignments that are specified as required in the syllabi of the individual components. The readings are chosen not only to provide you with important factual information but also to serve as thought-provoking launching points for discussion in seminar and small groups. Some material from readings may be covered on examinations.


Active Participation in Small Groups and Seminars

You are expected to participate regularly in small group and seminar discussions in all components of the course.




Written Reports

Some components of the course require written reports (Public Health Field Trips) or patient write-ups (Physical Diagnosis). Reports or papers are expected to conform to the guidelines for format, length, and due date that are specified in the individual outlines provided.




Written Final Reports

Some components require written exams (Physical Diagnosis, Ethics, Evidence-Based Medicine). The material covered, dates, and format are specified in the individual outlines provided for that component. <


Practical Examination

The Physical Diagnosis component of the course requires a practical exam at the end of the course during which you will interview and examine a patient under supervision, and present your findings to a physical diagnosis tutor who is different from your assigned weekly tutor.