MATC 2021-22 Catalog

BIOSCI – BNLST

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG-151 or ENG- 195 or ENG-201 (minimum grade of C) or a satisfactory MATC placement test score. BIOSCI-241 Credits: 4 Pathophysiology: Disease Process Pathophysiology provides students with an understanding of the relationship between the mechanisms of disease and normal physiology. Topics include alterations in cellular and genetic mechanisms, metabolic abnormalities, fl uid and electrolyte imbalance, infection, immunology and cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, respiratory and neuromuscular dysfunctions. Prerequisite(s): Complete two semesters of college Anatomy and Physiology BIOSCI-177 and BIOSCI-179, or BIOSCI-201 and BIOSCI-202, with minimum grade of C. BIOSCI-242 Credits: 4 Concepts of Science in Health The focus of this course is to provide a basic understanding of the most recent, scienti fi cally based, personal health information such as aging, stroke, cancer, chemical dependency, nutrition, environmental pollution and weight control. Participants analyze their own health-related behaviors and attitudes, and are provided with the concepts needed to improve health and well-being. BIOSCI-257 Credits: 4 Biology I This course is the fi rst of a two-course series. This course covers chemistry as it pertains to biology, biochemical principles, cell biology, metabolism, cellular energy, genetics, molecular biology, evolution and ecology. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Prerequisite(s): Complete either CHEM-207 or CHEM-211. BIOSCI-258 Credits: 4 Biology II This course is the second of a two-course series. This course covers a survey of organisms including viruses, bacteria, protist, fungi, plants and animals. It also will cover organ systems biology in animals and speci fi cally in humans. Three hours lecture, three hours extended lab. Prerequisite(s): Complete BIOSCI-257. BIOSCI-259 Credits: 2 Genetics and Genomics Genetics and genomics are issues that a ff ect individuals throughout their lifespan. These topics will gain even more importance as we learn more about the genetic basis of medical conditions. Therefore, anyone involved in healthcare will need an understanding about the social, ethical and legal issues of genetics and genomics, as well as their underlying scienti fi c principles. This course provides an overview of genetics and genomics while exploring the implications of these topics on the healthcare setting. The fi rst part of the course concentrates on the basics of

genetics and the science behind heritable characteristics. The course goes on to discuss the implications of genomics, concluding with an investigation of the social, ethical and legal issues of genetic technology (cloning for medical and reproductive purposes, genetically modi fi ed organisms or GMOs, and who owns genetic information). Prerequisite(s): Complete one of the following courses: BIOSCI-177, BIOSCI-186, BIOSCI-202 or CHEM-208. BIOSCI-260 Credits: 3 Plagues, People and Power This course covers the history of infectious diseases and their impact on human society, as well as how human activities have contributed to infectious disease outbreaks. It also examines the potential future impact of infectious diseases. Topics to be covered include historical diseases, emerging and re- emerging infectious diseases, and biological weapons. Prerequisite(s): Complete ENG-151 or ENG-195 or ENG-201 (minimum grade of C) or a satisfactory MATC placement test score. BIOSCI-261 Credits: 3 Introduction to Pharmacology Basic principles of drug action are presented in relation to body physiology. Emphasis is placed on drugs a ff ecting the central nervous system. Laboratory exercises are included to support principles of biology, chemistry, anatomy and human physiology. BIOSCI-269 Credits: 1 Genetics and Genomics Lab Genetics and genomics are issues that a ff ect individuals throughout their lifespan. These topics will gain even more importance as we learn more about the genetic basis of medical conditions. Therefore, anyone involved in healthcare will need an understanding about the social, ethical and legal issues of genetics and genomics, as well as their underlying scienti fi c principles. This course is an adjunct to BIOSCI-259 (a two-credit lecture course that provides an overview of genetics and genomics while exploring the implications of these topics on the healthcare setting). This lab course would provide the students with the laboratory component of the technologies discussed in BIOSCI-259. Taken together, the two courses would be the equivalent of a three-credit science class with a lab. BIOSCI-280 Credits: 3 Applied Nutrition Applied Nutrition is a three-credit nutrition class for future health professionals or students who would like to get more education in nutrition and how it a ff ects our health. Topics discussed will include life cycle nutrition and how diet a ff ects the physiology of the body, metabolism, weight management and food choices, and the development of chronic diseases (diabetes, cancer, autoimmune diseases, etc.). Prerequisite(s): Complete either BIOSCI-201 or CHEM-207.

BIOSCI-292

Credits: 1

Lab Techniques in Bio-Chem Research This two-week workshop is designed to familiarize high school students with the Associate of Science degree at Milwaukee Area Technical College. This course will introduce students to educational and career opportunities in science. It also includes hands-on experimentation, data collection and analysis in the areas of biotechnology, chemical technology and water technology. Math skills applicable to the fi elds of biotechnology and chemical technology also will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): Biology or chemistry and algebra. Biology may be satis fi ed with one year of high school biology or one semester of college biology. Chemistry may be satis fi ed with one year of high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry. Algebra may be satis fi ed with one semester of college math or a satisfactory placement test score. BNLST – Business Analyst (Department: 102) BNLST-121 Credits: 3 Business Analyst Planning and Monitoring Instruction in the multiple approaches used for performing business analysis, planning activities and ongoing communication, de fi ning scopes, process improvements, assumptions, constraints and dependencies, and the management process. BNLST-122 Credits: 3 Business Analyst Essentials Provides insight into the business analyst role and profession. Examines career pathways, key concepts and the underlying competencies describing the behaviors, characteristics, knowledge and personal qualities that support the practice of business analysis. Students also will be introduced to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) Guide. BNLST-123 Credits: 3 Requirements Life Cycle Management Prioritize and trace requirements, organize large amounts of data, understand and model requirements using various analysis techniques; verify, validate and communicate the requirements. BNLST-124 Credits: 3 Elicitation Techniques Examines one of the fi ve Business Analysis Perspectives (Business Intelligence) and the tasks associated with obtaining information from stakeholders (elicitation), con fi rming the results and communicating business analysis information with stakeholders. Introduces the business analysis elicitation techniques of surveys, interviews, observation, workshops, benchmarking and market analysis.

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