HIT 118 - Human Diseases

Credits: 4
Lecture Contact Hours: 4
Description: This course includes the study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include the fundamental concepts and processes of human disease such as inflammation, infection, neoplasia, degeneration, aging, congenital and genetic disorders, immune deficiency and autoimmune disorders. Idiopathic, traumatic, stress-related, substance abuse-related and iatrogenic disorders will also be studied. The student will develop an understanding of common diagnostic work-ups including laboratory tests and imaging. The types of treatments for diseases, which may include pharmacology, surgery and other therapies, are also covered.

Prerequisites: BIOL 236. HIT 104.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: CIS 120.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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