Health Science - 2009-2011 Course Catalog - Green River Community College

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Health Science (H SCI)

H SCI 101 Neuroscience (3)

Introduces neuroscience as it relates to the practice of physical therapy. PREREQUISITE: H SCI 102.

H SCI 102 Applied Anatomy (5)

Covers anatomy of the musculoskeletal system including bony landmarks; origins, insertions, innervations of muscles and fundamentals of clinical kinesiology. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

H SCI 104 Fundamentals of Gerontology (3)

Study of physical, emotional and social processes involved in normal aging, plus a brief study of the pathology associated with the aging process. Emphasizes techniques used in maintaining independence, adjusting to the special problems of aging and the utilization of community resources. Open to health science majors interested in the aging process. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

H SCI 150 Human Life Span Growth and Development (5)

Includes a study of the basic theories and processes of normal human growth and development. Emphasizes practical assessment and integration of all components—psychosocial, physical and cognitive—relative to the needs of health care recipients. For students pursuing health science careers PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

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