Human Body Systems
Students examine the interactions of human body systems as they explore identity, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal Maniken®; use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary action, and respiration; and take on the roles of biomedical professionals to solve real-world medical cases.
- 1.0 Credit (2 semesters)
- 10 grade
Medical Interventions
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.
- 1.0 Credit (2 semesters)
- 11 grade
Biomedical Innovation - Capstone
In the final course of the PLTW Biomedical Science sequence, students build on the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. Students address topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. They have the opportunity to work on an independent design project with a mentor or advisor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.
- 1.0 Credit (2 semesters)
- 12 grade
Topics in Health Careers
In this course, students will have the opportunity to use advanced biomechanical and physiological equipment while exploring the many career opportunities and professional certification in health care. In this interdisciplinary course, students will further develop knowledge in medical terminology, health care delivery systems, legal and ethical healthcare issues, personal health, employability and job seeking skills. Students in this course must be a high school senior within 60 days of high school graduation in order to take their licensure/certification exams. Students interested in the healthcare field are also encouraged to participate in our HOSA Club, internship activities, clinical rotations, and Hillsboro Chamber Health Career Days.
- 1 Credit (2 semesters)
- 12 grade
