Medical Technology Professions

This course introduces students to the normal structure and function of the human body. This course emphasizes the primary and accessory structures associated with cells, human tissues, sense organs, integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems. The understanding of complex principles among and between body systems will be clarified with the use of collaborative learning techniques, hands-on laboratory assignments and group exercises. Virtual laboratory experiences are also included in this course.

Upon completion of this course, students will understand the general anatomical principles of human body systems. Study will focus upon cardiovascular systems, digestive system, urinary system, respiratory system, endocrine system and reproductive system. Students will also understand the complex interaction between organ systems through the integrating principle of homeostasis and how loss of homeostasis leads to malfunction and disease of the body.