2025-2026 Academic Catalog

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Pathology (PATH)

PATH 8000 -  Pathology  (4-8 Credits)  
2-4 weeks. Max:2. The Department assigns hospital by interests of the student. Anatomic pathology includes autopsy, surgical pathology, hematopathology and cytology. Clinical pathology includes clinical chemistry, microbiology, coagulation/blood banking and molecular diagnosis. Intended for those interested in clinical medicine, especially a pathology career.
Grading Basis: Medical School HP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 8.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PATH 8100 -  PATH Elective Away  (8 Credits)  
This Pathology elective will be held at a site in Colorado, another state, or internationally. Students must obtain departmental approval one month prior to the start. Additionally, international sites must be preapproved by Student Affairs. Offered 4 weeks.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 8.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PATH 8600 -  Research in Pathology  (4-24 Credits)  
2-12 wks. Prereq: Department approval must be obtained and all arrangements made at least one month in advance. The student must also receive approval from the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 24.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PATH 8630 -  PATH Research Away  (4-16 Credits)  
This Pathology research elective will be held at a site in Colorado, another state, or internationally. Students must obtain departmental approval one month prior to the start. Additionally, international sites must be preapproved by Student Affairs. Offered 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks.
Grading Basis: Pass Fail with IP
Repeatable. Max Credits: 16.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PATH 8990 -  Doctoral  (1-10 Credits)  
Grading Basis: Letter Grade
Repeatable. Max Credits: 10.