- 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.
Domestic fees
$1,145.21
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:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Health Sciences
- Cardiology Technology
Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of BHSC 3302 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 30686
Dates
Tue Sep 03 - Fri Nov 22
- 12 weeks
- CRN 30686
- Domestic fees $1145.21
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 - Nov 22 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Instructor
Jane Hobson
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Guided learning format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This online Learning Hub course is for students in the Cardiology Diploma program. Students are responsible for ensuring prerequisite courses are completed PRIOR to registration. See course description for a list of individual prerequisites. IMPORTANT NOTE: Registration is available on an individual course basis for those who wish to take continuing education credits (Max 3 courses). Registration does not imply admission to the program. Follow up instructions will be e-mailed after registering. Questions? leesa_watt@bcit.ca. * Questions? Email leesa_watt@bcit.ca * BHSC 3302 IS offered ONLY in the FALL & WINTER terms
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.