This course further introduces students to medical terminology (word structure, spelling, abbreviations, and pronunciation). Students will study the body as a whole, learn the anatomy and physiology of body systems, as well as common pathological conditions, diagnostic tests, and procedures relevant to those systems and homeostasis.
Prerequisites
MEDC 1141.
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What you will learn
- The basic structure of medical terms
*All topics include: medical abbreviations, spelling, pronunciation, pathology, and diagnostic tests and procedures related to each body system - Digestive system
Urinary system
Female reproductive system
Male reproductive system
Musculoskeletal system - Cardiovascular system
Respiratory system
Nervous system
Sensory systems (eyes & ears)
Lymphatic and immune systems
Skin system
Endocrine system - Psychiatry (mental health disorders commonly encountered in the clinical setting)
Basic pharmacology
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
Student must achieve a grade of at least 70% on the challenge examination.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.