Duration
10 Months
Prerequisites
None
Requirements
None
Course Summary
This course covers the human body's structure, functions, diseases, and medical procedures, along with health science topics such as biomolecules, biological processes, and diseases. Students explore key concepts related to health and careers in science.
This course will help you meet the following goals:
Interpret basic word parts of medical terms as well as abbreviations, acronyms, symbols, and directional terminology used in health care.
Examine the structures, parts, and functions of the human body and each of its systems.
Examine various health science professions and specializations related to each body system.
Analyze diseases and disorders, including causes, treatments, and procedures, related to various body systems.
Measure the effects of carbohydrates, lipids, supplements, and various nutrients on the human body.
Examine the structures, parts, and functions of the human body and each of its systems.
Analyze diseases and disorders, including causes, treatments, and procedures, related to various body systems.
Measure the effects of carbohydrates, lipids, supplements, and various nutrients on the human body.
Inspect the various biological and chemical processes throughout the human body.
Analyze the evolution of DNA, RNA, and genetics research in the health sciences.