Southern California University School of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture

Syllabus Form
Course Number:
Course Title:

AC 436
Microsystems

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Units/ Hours: 3/ 30
Pre-requisite/ PRC: PRC-AC 300-304
Learning Methods: Text, Lecturing, overhead and Class discussions and Demonstrations
Description:
Ear & Scalp Acupuncture introduces certain points of the auricle area and specific
stimulation areas of the scalp. These special points and areas have very close
relationships with certain corresponding internal organs. We treat and prevent
some diseases by needling these points and area for good results, less side effects
and easy manipulation.
Objectives:
Students will demonstrate knowledge of location, function & indication of ear and
scalp acupuncture points
Required Text(s):

Title: Auriculotherapy Diagnosis & Treatment

Author: ISBN#1-885676-10Edition:
Title: Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion
Author: Cheng Xinnong
Edition:

Supplemental Text(s): 1.
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Auriculosomatology
From Auriculotherapy to Auriculomedicine
Fundamentals of Ear Acupuncture
Handbook to Auriculotherapy
Scalp Needling Therapy

Course Requirements:
Grading:
1.
Attendance
2.
Class Participation

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Assignments
Homework
Projects
Practical
Examinations
Mid-term
Practical
Final
Quizzes

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Total:
100%

Course Outline:
Weekly topics, learning objectives and assignments.
WEEK 1.

History
Anatomy of the auricle surface
Examination of the Ear

WEEK 2

Treatment methods of ear acupuncture

Location and indication of common ear points

WEEK 3

Location and indication of common points continued

WEEK 4

Point prescriptions for common diseases

WEEK 5.

Midterm

Week 6

General Introduction to Scalp Acupuncture

WEEK 7

Division of stimulation areas and main indications

WEEK 8

Manipulations and Precautions

WEEK 9

Needling practice for both Ear and Scalp Acupuncture

WEEK 10

General Introduction to Hand Acupuncture

WEEK 11

Comprehensive Final Exam