- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
In this course, you will learn about the basic anatomy and physiology of the human body and the associated medical terminology. Based on the foundation gained from Anatomy and Terminology 1, you will build and define more medical terms and use more medical abbreviations. You will gain knowledge of the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems. There will also be an emphasis on pathology, diagnostic testing, and clinical procedures. Successful completion of this course will prepare you for 1048 Medical Transcription Skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in OFFC 1001
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$436.63 - $452.89 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define a medical word by breaking it down into its component parts (prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes).
- Properly pronounce words using the pronunciation guidelines memorized from Terminology 1.
- Build medical terms by properly utilizing medical prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes.
- Define terms that apply to the structural organization of the body.
- Name the organs and associated structures of the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems.
- Describe the pathology related to the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems.
- State the meanings of abbreviations that relate to body systems and diagnostic methods.
- Describe the use of pharmacology as a specialty in medicine.
- Differentiate between controlled and regular prescriptions.
- Describe drug administration routes, action terms used, and how drug administration routes affect the body.
- Describe the classification systems for naming malignant tumors.
- Define the medical terms used to describe the appearance, growth, and spread of malignant tumors.
- Describe the different treatment methods used in oncology.
- Differentiate between psychology and psychiatry.
- Compare tests used to evaluate mental health illnesses.
- Define the medical terms used to describe the issues regarding mental health illnesses.
Effective as of Fall 2018
Related Programs
Anatomy and Terminology 2 (OFFC 2001) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Healthcare Unit Clerk
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Medical Office Assistant
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of OFFC 2001 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 45362
Dates
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26
- 12 weeks
- CRN 45362
- Domestic fees $452.89
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Textbook is required for first class. Find it at the BCIT bookstore and on the website: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. This course is delivered synchronously online. Attendance to the first class is mandatory, no late registrations. This is not a self-paced course as you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Contact Paul Sawyer, Program Head with any questions: paul_sawyer@bcit.ca.
CRN 50931
Dates
Wed Sep 11 - Wed Nov 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 50931
- Domestic fees $452.89
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
Inge Kassteen
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Textbook is required for first class. Find it at the BCIT bookstore and on the website: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. This course is delivered synchronously online. Attendance to the first class is mandatory, no late registrations. This is not a self-paced course as you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Contact Paul Sawyer, Program Head with any questions: paul_sawyer@bcit.ca.
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of OFFC 2001 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 92265
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Mon Mar 24
- 12 weeks
- CRN 92265
- Domestic fees $452.89
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 24 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Instructor
Inge Kassteen
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is delivered synchronously online. Attendance to the first class is mandatory, no late registrations. This is not a self-paced course as you will be expected to be available and online as scheduled. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Textbook is required. Find it at the BCIT bookstore/website about a month prior to term start. No class Feb 17. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca with any questions about this course or the Medical Office Assistant associate certificate program.
CRN 86263
Dates
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 25
- 12 weeks
- CRN 86263
- Domestic fees $436.63
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is delivered synchronously online. Attendance to the first class is mandatory, no late registrations. This is not a self-paced course as you will be expected to be available and online as scheduled. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Textbook is required. Find it at the BCIT bookstore/website about a month prior to term start. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca with any questions about this course or the Medical Office Assistant associate certificate program.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.