This course focuses on genetics, neurobiology, sleep disorder and biological rhythms, bioethics, the evolution of medicine, and use of technology to study cellular and molecular biology.  The curriculum was developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  Students will learn about careers in biotechnology within the context of the course content. Prerequisite:  Biomedical Technology I or Principles of Biomedical Science.

Course Content

• A. Bioethics

• B. Cellular and Molecular Biology

• C. Human Genetic Variation

• D. Neurobiology and Addiction

• E. Sleep Disorders and Biological Rhythms

• F. Evolution and Medicine