BIOL 210 Medical Terminology

Introduces word roots, prefixes, and suffixes to describe anatomical structure, pathologic conditions, diagnostic procedures, and treatments. This standardized language ensures concise and accurate communication among practitioners within the health care community.

Credits

2

Offered

Spring

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Build words from Greek and Latin prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and combining forms
2. Recognize words by analyzing their Greek and Latin roots
3. Spell medical terms correctly
4. Pronounce medical words correctly
5. Recall and use acceptable abbreviations and their meanings for medical terms and phrases