Prerequisite: Concurrently taking Honors Biology (424) or full completion of Biology (421) with a “C” or better. This is the introductory course of the PLTW Biomedical Science program. Students will explore concepts of biology and medicine to provide foundational knowledge and skills in fields such as biology, anatomy & physiology, genetics, microbiology, and epidemiology, as well as engage students in how this content can be applied to clinical settings, patient/doctor relationships, emergency scenarios, and research processes. Students will also have the opportunity to design their own experiments to solve medical-focused problems presented to them. This course follows a rigorous pace requiring critical thinking and metacognition skills. Grade weighted upon successful completion of course. As an Honors level, dual-credit course, this class will receive AP (5.0) weight in your GPA, adhering to Pennsylvania Department of Education’s guidelines