Principles of Biomedical Science is the foundational class for the BioMed Academy. This class informs students regarding not only medical professions, but the protocols of research, workplace readiness, data collection, analysis of realistic case studies, and independent study. PBS is intended to prepare the student for independent study and workplace expectations, which will culminate in an internship and capstone project their senior year.
English 10 DE introduces students to critical thinking and the fundamentals of academic writing. Through the writing process, students refine topics: develop and support ideas; investigate, evaluate, and incorporate appropriate resources; edit for effective style and usage; and determine appropriate approaches for a variety of contexts, audiences, and purposes. Writing activities will include exposition and argumentation with at least one researched essay.
Students will complete an elective course of their choosing in 10th grade.
Biomedical Chemistry is a rigorous program of basic chemistry intended to establish a strong base of basic chemistry concepts, as they relate to the biomedical field. This class should help the student have a strong chemistry background, which should help them during their subsequent Biomedical classes and capstone project.
This is the first of two laboratory science courses focused on the study of human anatomy and physiology. Students will gain understanding of cells, tissues, organs and systems of the human body to establish foundational understanding for future healthcare career programs. Instruction provides students opportunities to Integrate concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology while applying knowledge in an inquiry-based format.
English 11 DE introduces the student to analysis of literature and literary criticism through the study of short story, poetry, essay, and drama. Content includes a research project to teach students to find and evaluate a variety of sources, compile and organize notes, and write and revise a research paper. Instruction provides the student with the necessary critical vocabulary and speaking and writing experiences that serve as a foundation for higher-level English courses.
This is the second of two laboratory science courses focused on the study of the human body. In this course, you will examine the interactions of human body systems as you explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis in the body. You will build organs and tissues—either using a skeletal Maniken® if you’re in the classroom, or using an interactive 3D human model if you’re learning away from the classroom. Exploring science in action, you’ll also use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action, and respiration, and you’ll take on the roles of biomedical professionals to solve real-world medical cases.
In this course, you will follow the life of a fictional family as you investigate the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. You’ll study real-world cases as well as interventions and careers related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics.
PLTW Biomedical Innovations is an exciting course in which you design innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. You will be challenged to think creatively about the problems of today and innovate for tomorrow. As you complete the course, you may genetically engineer an organism, design an emergency room, solve an environmental and medical mystery, and complete a forensic investigation. You may also have an opportunity to work on an independent project with a mentor or advisor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.
English 12 DE studies major English works from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present, emphasizing ideas and characteristics of the British literary tradition. Involves critical reading and writing.
In the capstone project, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge to learn more about a topic that is of interest to you. You may choose to design and execute experiments to answer a medical or health question, you may want to design and build a product that solves a problem, or you may want to develop a new system or process that improves some aspect of a patient’s health care experience.
English 251 examines major works of world literature in chronological order from the earliest works through those of the Renaissance, emphasizing ideas and characteristics of individual cultures as well as those that are universal.