Archived High school registration guide 2017-18

Human Performance and Wellness Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: PLTW Honors Principles of the Biomedical Sciences Biomed Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: One trimester/one period = 0.5 credit Meets 10th grade PE requirement. Major Outcomes: • Expose future health professionals to the world where athletics meets academics. Students will research training options after thorough investigation of various abilities and health histories of participants. Projects, Activities, etc.: Hands on training equipment and body sensors to optimize health and wellness of all citizens, Career and Education Research Instructional Focus: This course allows students to use the latest technology and hands-on learning opportunities to blend academics with athletics. AC Medical Terminology and Careers Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes: • Medical terminology • Career exploration Projects, Activities, etc.: Field trips and guest presenters Instructional Focus: Taught by a health professional, guest presenters Co-curricular Connection: HOSA PLTW AC Honors Principles of Biomedical Sciences Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: Acceptance into Biomedical Sciences Program at CRHS Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, and 11 Credit: Two trimesters = 1.0 credit PLTW college credit can be earned Major Outcomes: • Investigate various health conditions High School Registration Guide • Determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person • Investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might prolong life. • Provides an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and lays the scientific foundation for subsequent courses. Projects, Activities, etc.: Projects and problems designed with technology-rich curriculum Instructional Focus: Research and design techniques on experiments and projects. PLTW AC Honors Human Body Systems Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: PLTW Honors Principles of the Biomedical Sciences Biomed Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 Credit: Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Examine interactions of body systems • Design experiments using data acquisition software • Explore science in action using real world cases • Play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries Projects, Activities, etc.: Projects and problems, Use manikins to build body systems, Utilize specialized software for hands-on learning Instructional Focus: Technology rich research and design. PLTW AC Honors Medical Interventions Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: PLTW Honors Medical Interventions Biomed or concurrent enrollment in PLTW Honors Medical Interventions Biomed Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: Two Trimesters = 1.0 Credit Major Outcomes: • Students will investigate how to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease by exploring 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. Projects, Activities, etc.: Real world applications with project based activities Instructional Focus: Technology-driven curriculum PLTW AC Honors Biomedical Innovation Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: PLTW Honors Biomedical: Medical Interventions or concurrent enrollment in PLTW Honors Biomedical: Medical Interventions Intended Audience: Grade 12 Credit: Two Trimesters with an Optional Third Trimester Individual Project, 1-1.5 credits Major Outcomes: • Students will design innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century by addressing topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. Projects, Activities, etc.: Real world applications with project based activities Instructional Focus: Independent design project with a mentor or advisor from a university, medical facility, or research institution. BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES ELECTIVES Coll Math in Medical Careers Prerequisite/Selection Process: Meet Accuplacer score of 81 or higher and Intermediate Algebra with College Foundations. Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: 0.5 credit - Elective Major Outcomes: The student will learn the different systems of measurement [metric, apothecary, and household] and the different equivalents of measure used to convert between the systems using labs to practice the skills. The ratio-proportion and dimensional analysis methods will be used to set up and solve basic dosage calculations, dosage calculations involving conversions, and calculations to reconstitute medications Projects, Activities, etc.: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus: This course is designed for students interested in health science careers. BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING Honors English 10 Biomed [CRHS only] Prerequisite/Selection Process: Acceptance into Biomedical Program at CRHS Intended Audience: Grade 10 Credit: Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes: • Rhetorical analysis • Interpretation and evaluation of literature and informational texts • Understanding of fiction and nonfiction • Public Speaking • Technical Writing Instructional Focus: Connection between rhetoric and Medicine including medical texts options and technical writing. Coll Honors 1100 - Introduction to the Biomedical Devices and Industry Biomed [STEP, CRHS only] Intended Audience: Grade 11 students [class rank in the upper one-third of their class] and grade 12 students [class rank in the upper one-half of their class] Credit: One trimester = 0.5 high school credit [successful completion can earn 2 college credits] Major Outcomes: • Student will understand the biomedical device industry in terms of its size and scope, current trends and products with emphasis on biomedical companies in Minnesota. • Students will receive an overview of the creation of a medical device from initial conception through development testing, validation, manufacturing, clinical trials and final approval by regulatory agencies. Projects, Activities, etc.: Research, presentations and one or more site visits to biomedical companies. Instructional Focus: Small and large group discussion plus presentations by industry representative. A college level text will be used. 55

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