Principles of Biomedical Science serves to provide foundational knowledge and skills in fields such as biology, anatomy and physiology, genetics, microbiology, and epidemiology, as well as engage students in how they can apply this content to real-world situations, cases, and problems such as solving a medical mystery case, diagnosing and treating a patient, or responding to a medical outbreak. This updated program modernizes content to be interactive using 3D animations, virtual and augmented reality, simulated electronic patient records, and more. The emphasis will be on how concepts in science, technology, math, and engineering apply in tandem to help understand and solve health care problems. 

Fee - No                                    

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

This class is the second course in the PLTW Biomedical STEM Program. In the Human Body Systems (HBS) course, students examine the interactions of body systems as they explore identity, communication, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of the human body, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action, and respiration. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal manikin, work through interesting real world cases, and often play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries.

* Course offered at 4.5 weight

* Course counts as Advanced Science credit

Fee - No                                    

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

Students follow the life of a fictitious family as they investigate how to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Students explore how to detect and fight infection; screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; evaluate cancer treatment options; and prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. Through real-world cases, students are exposed to a range of interventions related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Lifestyle choices and preventative measures are emphasized throughout the course as well as the important role that scientific thinking and engineering design play in the development of interventions of the future.

* Course offered at 4.5 weight

* Course counts as Advanced Science credit

Fee - No                  

 Prerequisite: Human Body Systems                     

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

In this capstone course, students apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or solve problems related to the biomedical sciences. Students design innovative solutions for the health challenges of the 21st century as they work through progressively challenging open-ended problems, addressing topics such as clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. They have the opportunity to work on an independent project and may work with a mentor or advisor. Throughout the course, students are expected to present their work to an adult audience that may include representatives from the local business and healthcare community. Course will be available to students 2025-2026 school year.

* Course offered at 4.5 or 5.0 if CTAG earned

* Course counts as Advanced Science credit

Fee - No                                   

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

This first course in the career field provides students an overview of the opportunities available in the healthcare industry. Students will learn fundamental skills in effective and safe patient care that can be applied across a person’s lifespan. They will also be introduced to exercise science and sports medicine, the field of biomedical research, and the importance of managing health information.

Fee - No                                   

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

In this first course students will apply knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess, plan, provide, and evaluate care to patients in varied healthcare settings. Students will apply first aid principles and techniques needed for response to choking, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and other life-threatening emergencies. Emphasis will be placed on regulatory compliance, patient safety, pathophysiology, and medical interventions. Additionally, this course introduces psychomotor skills needed to assist individuals in meeting basic human needs.

   CTE Program Enhancements/Industry Credentials: CPR & First Aid (1 pt), Stop the Bleed        (1pt)

   Fee - No                                   

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM.

Students will apply psychomotor nursing skills needed to assist individuals in meeting basic human needs. Students will implement interventions following a nursing assistant plan of care. Students will collect patient's vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure. Students will perform phlebotomy procedures with emphasis on infection prevention, universal precautions, proper patient identification, specimen acquisition, handling, and processing. Additionally, students will observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document any change.

   CTE Program Enhancements: AMCA – Phlebotomy Technician Certification (12 pts)

Fee - No  

Prerequisite: Principles of Allied Health                                 

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

Students will apply the principles of pharmacology in order to read, interpret and dispense prescriptions. They will learn how medications are classified and administered. Students will study the impact of drugs on different systems of the body, interaction of drugs, side effects and effectiveness in relation to dosages. 

   CTE Program Enhancements: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) (12 Pts)

Fee - No  

Prerequisite must have taken Principles of Allied Health and Patient Centered Care               

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM. 

The capstone course provides opportunities for students to apply knowledge, attitudes and skills that were learned in Health Sciences program in a more comprehensive and authentic way. Capstones often include project/problem-based learning opportunities that occur both in and away from school. Under supervision of the school and through community partnerships, students may combine classroom learning with work experience. This course can be delivered through a variety of delivery methods including cooperative education or apprenticeship.

   CTE Program Enhancements: 250 hours of Work Based Learning.

   Fee - No  

   Prerequisite must have taken Principles of Allied Health, Patient Centered Care, and                              Pharmacology                                 

In-state Career Tech Assurance Guide (CTAG) college credit may be available with passage of WEBXAM.