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This course is an introduction to the study of structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body. The following systems are studied: endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. Unifying themes of homeostasis and whole-body functioning are emphasized. The laboratory sessions include donor body prosection. The course conforms to guidelines established by the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.
1. Follow and understand the reasons behind applicable safety rules in the lab.
2. Overview of major biological topics: osmosis, mitosis, cellular respiration, pH, macromolecules, etc.
3. Identify and explain significance of major tissues in the body.
4. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the endocrine system.
5. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the cardiovascular system; specifically the heart, blood vessels and blood.
6. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the lymphatic system.
7. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the immune system.
8. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the respiratory system.
9. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the digestivey system.
10. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the urinary system.
11. Identify histological, anatomical and physiological characteristics of the reproductive system.
12. Identify common STI’s and their etiology.