2020-2021 Catalog

MED 120 Survey of Medical Terminology

2-0-2

This course introduces the vocabulary, abbreviations, and symbols used in the language of medicine. Emphasis is placed on building medical terms using prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Upon completion, students should be able to pronounce, spell, and define accepted medical terms.

Prerequisite

Admission to the diploma program

Offered

FA, SP