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2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

BIOL 1250 - Biology of Women and Men



4 Credits
Students will focus on concepts related to women’s and men’s health. Topics covered will include anatomy and physiology of human reproductive systems, ethical issues in women’s and men’s health, formulating critical thinking skills in the face of new medical findings presented to society and biological concepts of common medical issues faced by women/men. Specific topics may include, menopause, prostate health, hair loss, mental health, pregnancy and current media issues in the face of healthare experiments. Lab like experiences will be included in the teaching of these topics through simulations, case-studies and more.

Learning Outcomes
Understand the basic anatomy and physiology of human reproductive systems.

Study development from pregnancy through birth.

Gather, analyze and question material presented to society via media relating to human health.

Recognize the value opening one’s mind to new information and using it to improve one?s overall health and well-being (hopefully through science).

Compare stand points of controversial issues in the face of science and human health.

Gather, compile, analyze and present factual information in a clear and precise manner.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
02 - Critical Thinking

03 - Natural Science

09 - Ethical/Civic Resp