Pathophysiology

(Enrollment Based)@CHHS

Course No. CTPA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1 – This course satisfies a high school science graduation requirement

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry

Recommended Prerequisite: One course from the Health Science Cluster

To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement identified in §74.3(b) (2) (C) of this title (relating to Description of a Required Secondary Curriculum).

The Pathophysiology course is designed for students to conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Pathophysiology will study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology.