- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Studies cardiovascular disorders emphasizing the concept of disease as a disturbance of normal structure and function. The course begins with a discussion of functional cardiac anatomy, followed by a detailed examination of cardiac pathologies commonly encountered by the cardiovascular technologist. Systemic diseases and malfunction of organ systems which initiate or are a consequence of cardiac failure will also be discussed, particularly those of the respiratory and renal systems.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the cardiac pathologies commonly encountered by the cardiovascular technologist in the clinical area.
- Predict the signs and symptoms of cardiac disorders from an understanding of the hemodynamic changes that occur in different disease states.
- Identify cardiac disorders from the patterns of signs and symptoms expressed.
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Cardiac Pathophysiology (BHSC 3302) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Cardiology Technology
Diploma Part-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.