BIOL& 175 Human Biology w/Lab: Anatomy & Physiology (5 credits)

1. Apply correct anatomical terms for body regions and directional reference.

2. Describe, recognize, label or diagram the arrangement of the atom with its subatomic particles.

3. Explain the connection of chemical properties resulting from bonding to behavior of molecules in cellular systems in terms of ions, polarity and solubility.

4. Describe the significance of pH to enzymes and other proteins.

5. Describe general characteristics of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and describe food sources of these macromolecules.

6. Describe the function of nucleic acids and ATP.

7. List, describe, diagram and/or locate organelles and other cytoplasmic inclusions of importance to human cells, and their functions.

8. Describe cellular transport mechanisms.

9. List, describe, and recognize the major function of and criteria for the classification of the four basic tissue types: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous, and give a few prominent examples of sub-types of each.

10. Label, list, describe or recognize the various layers of the skin and discuss their homeostatic interaction with each other and other body systems.

11. Identify the major components of the skeletal system and describe the interaction of these components to the other body systems.

12. Compare the types of muscle tissue by gross and microscopic structure, location, and function.

13. Describe the physiology of contraction of skeletal muscle briefly and how it integrates with other body systems.

14. label, list or identify the major muscles of the body.

15. Identify, describe and summarize the major components of the nervous system and describe the interaction of these components with other body systems.

16. Diagram and describe the process of neural transmission.

17. Describe the physiology and related anatomy of the senses of taste, smell, balance, vision, and hearing.

18. Label the endocrine organs; describe the principal mechanisms the endocrine system uses to maintain homeostasis with regard to growth, reproduction and metabolism, blood mineral and glucose levels, and water levels.

19. Name, summarize, determine function and differentiate the cellular and non-cellular components of blood.

20. Identify and describe heart structures and their functions, including pumping mechanism and blood pathway.

21. Compare and contrast artery, vein and capillary anatomy and physiology with reference to pulse, cardiovascular disease and major organ supply and drainage.

22. Summarize components and function of the lymphatic system emphasizing its relationship to immunity, circulatory function, digestive, and endocrine systems of the body.

23. Label, describe, and contrast the various organs of the respiratory, digestive, reproductive and urinary systems with regard to functions, structures and effects on other systems.

24. Explain the importance of fluid, electrolytes, and pH balance to maintaining homeostasis with the systems and the body as a whole.

LAB OUTCOMES

1. Examine the effects of concentration and particle size differences on diffusion of substances.

2. Identify the cell membrane as a semi-permeable membrane and discuss the significance of this quality.

3. Distinguish between simple diffusion, osmosis, and active transport.

4. Identify designated tissues from prepared slides, micrographs and/or drawings.

5. Identify skin layers and components on models or other representations.

6. Identify assigned bones and bony landmarks.

7. Identify, demonstrate and describe the types of movements at synovial joints of the body.

8. Identify assigned skeletal muscles on models, images or human bodies, and describe their actions.

9. Identify assigned regions of the brain on models or mammal brain specimen, correlating basic functions with anatomical structures.

10. Identify assigned features of ear and eye in dissections or models, correlating basic functions with anatomical features.

11. Identify regions of the heart and describe the flow of blood through it.

12. Demonstrate an understanding of commonly palpated pulse points and the mechanics of blood pressure testing.

13. Distinguish between cellular components of blood on microscopic examination or micrograph.

14. Identify assigned features of the respiratory system on models. Explain the pressure and volume relationships involved in breathing.

15. Describe the processes of digestion as distinct for carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Identify on models the locations of structures involved in the digestive processes.

16. Identify on models the structures involved in urine formation and correlate functions with anatomical features.

17. Identify on models the structures involved in reproduction and correlate functions with anatomical features.

Degree Outcomes
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.

Natural Sciences: Graduates use the scientific method to analyze natural phenomena and acquire skills to evaluate authenticity of data/information relative to the natural world.

Lecture Contact Hours 40
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 60