Biomedical Sciences
Principles Course:
Principles of Biomedical Science
Grades 9, 10
5218
Principles of Biomedical Sciences provides an introduction to this field through “hands-on” projects and problems. Student work involves the study of human medicine, research processes and an introduction to bioinformatics. Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. A theme through the course is to determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person. After determining the factors responsible for the death, the students investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. Key biological concepts included in the curriculum are: homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease. Engineering principles such as the design process, feedback loops, fluid dynamics, and the relationship of structure to function will be included where appropriate. The course is designed to provide an overview of all courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for student success in the subsequent courses.
Required Prerequisites: Biology I or concurrent enrollment in Biology I is required and a “B-” or higher in math and science.
Recommended Prerequisites: none
Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas; Fulfills a science requirement for all diplomas
Concentrator A:
Human Body Systems
Grades 10-12
5216
Human Body Systems is designed to engage students in the study of basic human physiology and the care and maintenance required to support the complex systems. Using a focus on human health, students will employ a variety of monitors to examine body systems (respiratory, circulatory, and nervous) at rest and under stress, and observe the interactions between the various body systems. Students will use appropriate software to design and build systems to monitor body functions.
Required Prerequisites: Principles of the Biomedical Sciences with a grade of “B-” or higher
Recommended Prerequisites: none
Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas; Fulfills a science requirement for all diplomas
Concentrator B:
Medical Interventions
Grades 11, 12
5217
Medical Interventions studies medical practices including interventions to support humans in treating disease and maintaining health. Using a project-based learning approach, students will investigate various medical interventions that extend and improve quality of life, including gene therapy, pharmacology, surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and supportive care. Students will also study the design and development of various interventions. Lessons will cover the history of organ transplants and gene therapy with additional readings from current scientific literature addressing cutting edge developments.
Required Prerequisites: Principles of Biomedical Sciences and Human Body Systems with a grade of “B-” or higher or Anatomy and Physiology
Recommended Prerequisites: none
Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas; Fulfills a science requirement for all diploma types
Capstone:
Biomedical Innovations
Grade 12
5219
Biomedical Innovations is a capstone course designed to give students the opportunity to 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. Students have the opportunity to work on an independent project and may work with a mentor or advisor from a healthcare or postsecondary industry. 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.
Required Prerequisites: Principles of Biomedical Sciences and Human Body Systems with a grade of “B-” or higher and Medical Interventions (can be taken concurrently)
Recommended Prerequisites: none
Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
IMPORTANT!!!
The Principles, Concentrator A, and Concentrator B courses are all required to meet the CTE graduation pathway requirement.
If a student completes all four courses and earns the required dual credit, they should be eligible for a Technical Certificate from Ivy Tech in that pathway.
THIS IS EQUIVALENT TO ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE COMPLETED!
Additional courses that support this pathway:
Chemistry I
Chemistry II Honors
AP Chemistry
AP Biology
Anatomy and Physiology Honors
Microbiology (semester long class)
Forensics (semester long class)