3 courses with the subject ALH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Introduces the student to current concepts in pharmacology, including basic drug interactions, indications and contraindications for drug therapy, toxicity, side effects and safe therapeutic ranges. Prerequisite(s): MTH 050 or Placement.
Studies definitions of medical terms. Greek and Latin word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Emphasis on application of terminology in specialized areas such as cardiology, urology, etc. Also includes discussion of the human element, medical laws and equipment, and methods.
HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL 3-2-4 This course focuses on a study of several types of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria, protists, and viruses. The principles of microbiology will be examined using topical investigations of their metabolism, genetics, immunology, and uses, considering both medical and non-medical illustrations and their applications. Finally, students will develop a better understanding of the nature of the interaction, both harmful and beneficial, between various microbial species and the human environment. Prerequisite(s): BIO172 (C or better)
Source: Westmoreland County Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
