Module 1
1. Module 1
Module 1—The Nervous System
Introduction
In this module you will explore both the conscious and unconscious communication of your body. You will do this through an examination of the structure, organization, and function of the nervous system. You will discover how the nervous system works to maintain homeostasis, and you will learn what occurs when communications are disrupted or interrupted. You will research how imbalances and disorders cause the nervous system to function improperly and how medical technologies can be applied to correct these situations.
As you progress through the course, you will be encouraged to use science and technology to acquire new knowledge and to solve problems. The scope and characteristics of science, its connections to technology, and the social context in which it is developed will be examined. You will be asked to critically address science-related societal, economic, ethical, and environmental issues. The information in your textbook and the assessments in this module provide you with an opportunity to consider these issues related to the nervous system.
In the Biology 30 Course Introduction, several reference resources, such as The Key and Student Notes and Problems Workbook: Biology 30, were recommended to you for additional support. The multiple-choice, numerical-response, and written-response questions from past Diploma Exams are useful review and study resources. You will find these resources invaluable as you work through this module and the rest of Biology 30.