Med-Tech Curriculum

Module
One

 

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Your Skin

Activity
We're So Emotional-Stress Measurement
The Skin's Sensors
The Electrical Resistance of Your Skin
Electricity and the Human Body
Surface Voltages of the Skin
The Skin, Our Protector
Skin, Hair and Nail Care
Skin and Oral Temperature
Skin Disorders
Diseases of the Skin





Module
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Hearing, Speech and Oral Hygiene
Activity
How Well Do You Hear
How Does the Ear Work?
The Components of Sound Waves
Hearing Problems and Diseases
The Mechanics of Speech
Speech Analysis and Voice Prints
Speech Disorders
Language & Language Disorders
Teeth and Oral Hygiene
Dental Lab Procedures

 

 

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Scientific Methods

Activity
Measure for Measure
Charts, Scales, Graphs and Tables
Reading Recorder Charts
Computers at Work
Scientific Methods I
Scientific Methods II
Body Mechanics
Safety Practices
Introduction to Body Chemistry
Statistics in Health Sciences





Module
Four

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The Sense of Sight
Activity
How the Eyes Work
The Movement of the Eyes
Types of Lenses
How Well Do You See?
Correcting Your Vision
Cones and Rods
Eye Protection and Safety
Fiber Optics
Solar Cells
Diseases of the Eyes

 

 

Module
Five




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Muscles, Bones and Nerves

Activity
Our Muscles, Sports and Fitness
Get in Shape, Part 1
Get in Shape, Part 2
Remember Your Muscles
Blood Pressure Exercise
Muscle Power
Nerve Conduction
Bones: The Skeletal System
Bone and Joint Disorders
Biomechanics





Module
Six




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The Electrical Activity of the Heart
Activity
The Anatomy & Physiology of the Heart
Electrical Conduction
Arterial Pulse Sites and palpation
The Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
ECG Preparation
Recording Your Own ECG
The ECG Cycle
Disorders (Arrhythmias) of the Heart
ECG Telemetry
The Pacemaker and Defibrillator

 

 

Module
Seven




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Circulation
Activity
The Structure of the Heart
The Heart and the Circulatory System
Examination & Etiology of Heart Diseases
Blood Circulation, The Systemic System
Blood Composition-Its Components
Blood Typing
Blood Pressure Measurement
Computerized Blood Pressure
The Lymphatic System
Blood Diseases & Bloodborne Pathogens





Module
Eight




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Internal Organs
Activity
Respiratory Rate
Your Lungs at Work
Respiratory Diseases
The Kidneys
The Liver
The Gall Bladder and Pancreas
The Digestive System
Water and Electrolytes-Body Fluids
The Endocrine Glands
Diabetes

 

 

Module
Nine

 

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The Brain and its Waves

Activity
The Structure of the Brain
The Spinal Cord and Reflexes
Preparing for an EEG Recording
Performing an EEG Recording
Finding the Alpha and Theta Rhythms
The Autonomic Nervous System
How We Learn - The learning Process
The Brain and its Senses
Sleep and Dreams
Training the Brain and Body to Relax





Module
Ten

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Nutrition, Taste and Smell
Activity
The Anatomy & Physiology of the Heart
Electrical Conduction
Arterial Pulse Sites and palpation
The Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
ECG Preparation
Recording Your Own ECG
The ECG Cycle
Disorders (Arrhythmias) of the Heart
ECG Telemetry
The Pacemaker and Defibrillator

 

 

Module
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Professional
Communications

Activity
Observational Skills
Written Communications
Presentation Skills
Telephone Skills
Patient and Staff Communications
Grief Counseling Death and Dying
Employability Skills
Job Applications and Resumes
Job Interview Skills
Using Medical Terminology





Module
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Health Care Systems and
Health Occupations

Activity
Introduction to Health Occupations I
Introduction to Health Occupations II
History Milestones in Health Care
Health Care Delivery Systems
Legal and Ethical Issues
The Health Care Team
Human Needs-Ages and Stages
Community Resources
Current Health Hazards
Future Trends in Health Care

 

 

Module
Thirteen

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Forensic Science
Activity
Finding the Thief
Speech Analysis
Fingerprinting
The Polygraph
The Charges of Atoms and Molecules
Electrophoresis Preparation
Electrophoresis Procedures
DNA Structure and Fingerprinting
DNA Spooling
Histology
             





Module
Fourteen

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Well, Well, Wellness
Activity
Infection and Disease Invasion
How Do Diseases Spread?
Barriers to Infection and prevention
Pain Drugs and their Effects
First Aid
Mental health
Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Infections
Sleep Disorders
Your Health History
CPR and Heimlich Maneuver


 

Module
Fifteen

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Personal Growth & Development

Activity
We're All Different
Self-Esteem
Stress Management 1
Stress Management 2
Goal -Setting
Decision-Making
Conflict Resolution
Smoking and its Effects
Substance Abuse
Family and Personal Communications





Module
Sixteen



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Environmental Health
Activity

Ecology
Layers of the Atmosphere and their Environmental Effects
The Ozone Layer
Water Testing
Acid Rain
Recycling Waste
Lead Poisoning
Toxicology
The Magic of Magnets
The Effects of Magnetic Energy on Plants

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