Project Lead The Way (PLTW) offers an engaging and immersive year-long course called Medical Interventions, designed for students interested in the biomedical field. This hands-on course focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases through real-world scenarios. By incorporating scientific thinking and engineering design principles, students gain valuable insight into the medical innovations shaping modern healthcare.
The Medical Interventions course, taught by Mrs. Kriefall, covers a wide range of topics related to human health and disease intervention. Students explore infection prevention and treatment, DNA screening and evaluation, organ failure management, and the role of science and engineering in medical advancements. They also delve into cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment—currently investigating this through their Wild-Type and Mutant Yeast Growth Under UV Light experiment.
Throughout the course, students engage in guided exercises, independent research, hands-on laboratory experiences, and case-based learning, all designed to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
By combining learning with hands-on practice, Medical Interventions provides students with a deep understanding of medical science. Beyond technical expertise, they develop essential skills in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration—key for future careers in medicine, research, and biomedical engineering. Whether aspiring to become doctors, scientists, or healthcare innovators, this course lays a strong foundation for the future of medical advancements and careers.
Click the photo below to peek into our Yeast Under UV Light experiment—science in action! 