ALLH 101 Medical Terminology

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of medical terminology. It includes word structure of basic medical/surgical terms and procedures, body parts and organs, selected medical specialties, and commonly used medical abbreviations.

Credits

2 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

ALLH 101Medical Terminology

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

2 Credits

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

30

III. Catalog Course Description

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of medical terminology. It includes word structure of basic medical/surgical terms and procedures, body parts and organs, selected medical specialties, and commonly used medical abbreviations.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Identify medical terms accurately, promptly, and with correct pronunciation and spelling.
• Understand basic medical language and the components used in constructing medical words
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology and associated medical terms.
• Use medical terms in proper contexts, such as medical reports and records.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies