California Graduate School of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Acupuncture - Herbal Medicine - Massage - Dietetics - Energetics

中醫基礎理論系

彭振能教授, 持照針灸師
系主任

加州中醫藥大學教學大綱開設六門中醫理論課程,系統講解中醫對人體健康的認識。每門課程都有助於學生理解中醫術語,養成中醫解讀健康、治療疾病的獨特的思維方式。這些課程集聚多種古典與現代文獻之精粹,為臨床應用建築堅實的構架。

[ 必修課程 ]
Course TitleCodeUnitHours
中醫基础MCT 100464
中國歷史與哲學MCT 110116
中醫診斷MCT 200/201580
中醫經典:内經MCT 301232
TCM Case Studies IMCT 401 232
中醫經典:傷寒論MCT 501232
中醫經典:金匱要略MCT 601232
TCM Case Studies IIMCT 801232

  • 中醫基础
  • MCT 100
    4 Units    64 Hours
    本課程介绍陰陽五行的經典原则。陰陽五行是古代中國對自然規律的最高概括。中醫理論將這些哲學概念引入人體複雜的平衡系統,解釋人體生理與病理變化。中醫各基礎理論在本課程中都得以系统論述,如氣、血、津、神、精、臟腑,病因,病機,预防,疾病治療原则等,為其他的中醫課程奠定基础。 完成本課程後,學生將熟悉中醫的基本術語。為學習中醫診斷,中藥,和針灸理論打下基础。
    Prerequisite:

  • 中國歷史與哲學
  • MCT 110
    1 Units    16 Hours
    課程目的是為學生介绍中醫文化背景,尤其是從哲學,宗教,與社會學角度來認識中醫的產生與發展變化。學生將對儒家,道家與佛教有初步了解,體會中醫理論和思維方式與中國哲學密不可分的關係。 完成本課程後,學生將初步掌握中醫文化哲學基础。
    Prerequisite:

  • 中醫診斷
  • MCT 200/201
    5 Units    80 Hours
    這一課程介绍中醫診斷方法:望、聞、問、切。其中望診、脉診和舌診是中醫用來收集病人症状體征的獨特方法。這門課也講解如何辦証論治。辨證論治是中醫診治疾病的最重要的一環也是最具中醫特色之處。學生通過分析四診搜集的信息,辨别病人的証型以確立治療原則。 完成本課程後,學生將知道如何采集病史掌握患者主症,並且能根據四診搜集的信息辨識基本證型。
    Prerequisite:
    MCT100中醫基础

  • 中醫經典:内經
  • MCT 301
    2 Units    32 Hours
    這是中醫經典古籍系列課程的第一門課(共三門)。這一課程講解《内經》中的核心概念。《内經》托名於黃帝,中醫診斷和針灸理論皆從《内經》逐漸發展而來。課程教材引用原文。教師與學生將一起誦讀,以領悟這本古代中醫經典著作的真谛。 完成本課程後,學生將深入理解陰陽、五行、藏象、以及經絡等中醫經典理論。
    Prerequisite:
    完成第三學期課程

  • TCM Case Studies I
  • MCT 401
    2 Units    32 Hours
    TCM Case Studies I is designed to assist with the transition from academic knowledge to its application in clinical practice, reinforcing the basics of case analysis by teaching students how to systematically analyze case reports using fundamental TCM theory and diagnosis. Students learn how to analyze a chief complaint by looking at accompanying signs and symptoms and results from four examinations. Students gain increased skill in differentiating among similar patterns of disease. The focus of this course is on developing diagnostic ability, from which treatment plans are established. The case reports are selected from the clinic or established TCM texts for presentation and class discussion. Students will learn the proper format for written and oral case presentations.
    Prerequisite:
    Concurrent enrollment in one of the following: MHB 410, TCM Formulas I; MHB 520, TCM Formulas II; MHB 610, TCM Formulas III

  • 中醫經典:傷寒論
  • MCT 501
    2 Units    32 Hours
    這是中醫經典古籍系列課程的第二門課(共三門)。這一課程將講解中醫經典《傷寒論》。《傷寒論》成書於東汉末年,距今約2000年,該書主要論述傷寒所引起的各種病症。《傷寒論》運用六經辩證,並且幾乎完全靠中草藥進行治療。 完成本課程後,學生將掌握《傷寒論》中的經方和六經辩證的理論。
    Prerequisite:
    完成第六學期課程

  • 中醫經典:金匱要略
  • MCT 601
    2 Units    32 Hours
    這是中醫經典系列課程的第三門(共三門)。《金匱要略》的作者是张仲景,成書於1700多年前。這門課講解書中主要理論概念,以及常見病症的臨床處方用藥。 完成本課程後,學生能熟練掌握六經辩證理論及相應病症的處方用藥,增強臨床辯證論治的能力。
    Prerequisite:
    完成第七學期課程

  • TCM Case Studies II
  • MCT 801
    2 Units    32 Hours
    In this course, students gain advanced skill in TCM pattern discrimination, using TCM theory, diagnoses and detailed treatment planning, including acupuncture and herbal treatment prescriptions. Western diagnostic tests are included in case analysis. The emphasis of the course is on critical thinking and diagnostic ability of complex cases; ensuring students reach a correct diagnosis, and understand the supporting logic behind the diagnosis, including the ability to distinguish among similar TCM patterns of disharmony. This is a comprehensive course which utilizes the knowledge and skills attained throughout the four year curriculum and prepares students for advanced clinical practice, and the CALE and NCCAOM examinations. Similar to Case Studies I, the course utilizes case studies from the clinic and from standard TCM textbooks. Students will be required to present a case to the class for discussion and evaluation.
    Prerequisite:
    Completion of one of the following: MHB 410, TCM Formulas I; MHB 520, TCM Formulas II; MHB 610, TCM Formulas III

     

    [ 選修課程 ]
    Course TitleCodeUnitHours
    五行理論 IMEL 315232
    五行理論 IIMEL 420232
    Five Element Spirit of the Points I-IIIMEL 431-433232
    Five Element Deepening Into the OfficialsMEL 440232
    Five Element Point LocationMEL 445116
    Five Element Archetypal AcupunctureMEL 450232

  • 五行理論 I
  • MEL 315
    2 Units    32 Hours
    五行的規律,是古代中國用來理解生命能量在自然界中不斷轉換的一種方式。在這門課程中,學生將學習運用五行規律,來診查和調整體内氣的運動。掌握了五行生克關係,還可治療精神層面的疾病,處理情绪上的問题。 完成本課程後,學生將能通過觀察患者的色澤,声音,氣味和情緒波動,辨識臟腑乘侮關係,並且學會運用基本的五行治療方法。
    Prerequisite:
    MCT200中醫診斷MAC220/MAC230經络與穴位I/操作課

  • 五行理論 II
  • MEL 420
    2 Units    32 Hours
    This course builds on the materials presented in Five Element Theory I, providing an opportunity to delve deeper into the elements and their Officials. You will gain a profound understanding of Five Element energetics and how to utilize this knowledge in the treatment room. Case studies will be presented throughout the course to enrich your understanding of this system of acupuncture.
    Prerequisite:
    MEL 315, Five Element Theory I

  • Five Element Spirit of the Points I-III
  • MEL 431-433
    2 Units    32 Hours
    Acupuncture points each have a name, a history, and a particular meaning and energy. This course examines the name of the point, its location and its relationship to the elements and to the corresponding Official. This course is divided into three sections and includes discussion, meditation, art and poetry. Section I, MEL 431: Addresses the points of Wood and Fire Meridians Section II, MEL 432: Addresses the points of Earth, Metal and Water Meridians Section III, MEL 433: Addresses the points of the Window of Sky, Governor and Conception Vessels.
    Prerequisite:
    MEL 315, Five Element Theory I

  • Five Element Deepening Into the Officials
  • MEL 440
    2 Units    32 Hours
    This course presents the energetics of each of the Officials from the Five Element perspective. You will learn the many ways the Officials present themselves when out of balance, and how these imbalances are expressed in patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual lives. The methodology of choosing points to address the Official most in need of support will be discussed. You will learn how an imbalance of the Officials within yourself, and as a practitioner, affects your understanding and treatment of patients.
    Prerequisite:
    MEL 420, Five Element Theory II

  • Five Element Point Location
  • MEL 445
    1 Units    16 Hours
    This course deepens your understanding of the Five Element treatment strategies learned in Theory I and II. You will learn to improve Five Element point location accuracy, and further develop your knowledge of Five Element point functions and indications.
    Prerequisite:
    MEL 415, Five Element Theory I

  • Five Element Archetypal Acupuncture
  • MEL 450
    2 Units    32 Hours
    This course explores the similarities that exist between modern Jungian psychology and Chinese medicine and how Jungian psychology archetypes are viewed within the Five Element model. You will learn to recognize archetypal emotional imbalance patterns in your patients and influence these energies through acupuncture points. The emphasis of the course will be on personal growth, with rituals, slides, Qigong exercises, stories, and spiritual poetry used to create a “sacred space” for this exploration.
    Prerequisite:
    MEL 420, Five Element Theory II