Biomedical Pathway

Biomedical Science Pathway

Students who choose to pursue a designation as a Pathways Scholar in Biomedical Science must complete both a certain number of required electives  and an internship, certification or capstone project.  The Pathway Map below identifies which electives count towards the Biomedical Science  Pathway.
 

Scope and Sequence

Required Electives*	Recommended Additional Electives  that count towards Biomedical Science  Pathway Credit
Grade 9	Principles of Biomedical Science (4)	Business Writing and Presentation -9-12 (2) Latin for Medical Terminology 9-12 (2) Physics 11-12 (4) Environmental Engineering 11-12 (2) AP Biology 11-12 (4) AP Chemistry 11-12 (4) AP Physics 12 (4)
Grade 10	Human Body Systems (4)
Grade 11	Medical Interventions (4)
Grade 12	Biomedical Innovation (4) Internship (2)

*Recommended sequence of classes

*Number of  Required Credits - 18 Credits 

*Number of Total Credits for Pathways Scholar Designation - 22 Credits
25% of 88 credits for graduation

Potential Career Paths: Physician, nurse, dentist, veterinarian, pharmacist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, physical/occupational therapist, exercise physiology.  Biomedical science research, biomedical engineering, genetic counseling, nutritionist/dietician, environmental management. 

The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout the PLTW Biomedical Pathway come together in Biomedical Innovation as they build on the knowledge and skills gained from previous courses to design innovative solutions for the most pressing health challenges of the 21st century. Students address topics ranging from public health and biomedical engineering to clinical medicine and physiology. They may have the opportunity to work on an independent project with a mentor or advisor from a university, medical facility, or research institution.