Course Overview
In this course, you will learn the medical terminology of basic anatomy and physiology of the human body. Based on the foundation gained from Anatomy and Terminology 1, you will build and define more medical terms and expand on your knowledge of medical abbreviations. You will gain knowledge of the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems. There is an emphasis on pathology, diagnostic testing, and clinical procedures. Successful completion of this course will prepare you for 1048 Medical Transcription Skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in OFFC 1001
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$445.42 - $455.99 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define medical terms by breaking them down into component parts (prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes).
- Correctly pronounce medical terms using the pronunciation guidelines in Anatomy and Terminology 1.
- Build medical terms by correctly utilizing medical prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes.
- Define terms related to the structural organization of the human body.
- Name the organs and associated structures of the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems.
- Describe the pathology related to the blood, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, skin, sensory, and endocrine systems.
- State the meaning of medical abbreviations related to body systems and diagnostic methods.
- Describe the need for pharmacological knowledge when following instructions.
- Differentiate between controlled and regular prescriptions.
- Describe drug administration routes, action terms, and how drug administration routes affect the body.
- Describe the classification systems for naming malignant tumors.
- Define the medical terms used to describe the appearance, growth, and spread of malignant tumors.
- Describe the different treatment methods used in oncology.
- Define the medical terms used to describe the issues related to mental health illnesses.
- Differentiate between psychology and psychiatry.
- Compare tests used to evaluate mental health illnesses.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Anatomy and Terminology 2 (OFFC 2001) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Healthcare Unit Clerk
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Medical Office Assistant
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are three offerings of OFFC 2001 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 66031
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 23 Loading
- CRN 66031
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 23 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 69886
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 23 Loading
- CRN 69886
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 23 | Tue | 12:30 - 15:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Suzanne Hauschka
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 69258
Dates
Apr 13 - Jun 29 Loading
- CRN 69258
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13 - Jun 29 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
Inge Kassteen
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs. No class May 18. Lecture and assignments will be delivered asynchronously that week.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
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Fall 2026
Below are three offerings of OFFC 2001 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 45362
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 24 Loading
- CRN 45362
- $455.99 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 24 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This is an online course that is live on Microsoft Teams at the times listed above.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
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CRN 51949
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 24 Loading
- CRN 51949
- $455.99 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 24 | Tue | 12:30 - 15:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This is an online course that is live on Microsoft Teams at the times listed above.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
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CRN 50931
Dates
Sep 09 - Nov 25 Loading
- CRN 50931
- $455.99 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This is an online course that is live on Microsoft Teams at the times listed above. Please note there is no class September 30 and November 11. Content those weeks will be delivered asynchronously.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
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Status
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