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Anatomy and Terminology 2 OFFC 2001

Office Skills Training Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

​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)

Credits

3.0

Domestic fees

$444.66

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2024

Below are two offerings of OFFC 2001 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.

CRN 66031

Duration

Tue Apr 02 - Tue Jun 18 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 66031
  • Domestic fees $444.66
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 02 - Jun 18 Tue 18:00 - 21:00 Online
Instructor

Baljit Lashar

Course outline

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Domestic fees

$444.66

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
  3. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  4. 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. 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. Contact Paul Sawyer, Program Head with any questions: paul_sawyer@bcit.ca.
Status

In Progress and Full

This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

CRN 69258

Duration

Mon Apr 08 - Mon Jun 24 (11 weeks)

  • 11 weeks
  • CRN 69258
  • Domestic fees $444.66
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 08 - Jun 24 Mon 18:00 - 21:15 Online
Instructor

Inge Kassteen

Course outline

View

Domestic fees

$444.66

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
  3. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  4. 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. No class May 20. 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. Contact Paul Sawyer, Program Head with any questions: paul_sawyer@bcit.ca.
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.

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

  1. Healthcare Unit Clerk
    Associate Certificate Part-time
  2. Medical Office Assistant
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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