BIOL& 175 Human Biology w/Lab: Anatomy & Physiology (5 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled Natural Sciences with Lab; General Transfer Elective
Formerly BIOL 120
Prerequisite None
Course Description
An overview of the human body, its structure and its function. This is an in-person laboratory course appropriate for non-science majors or for students beginning study in life sciences. In-person lab included.
Course Content
COURSE CONTENT – LECTURE A. Anatomical terms for body regions and directional reference B. Overview of chemistry principles applied to the body C. General characteristics of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins, and food sources of these macromolecules D. Overview of cell structure and physiology E. Overview of tissue types and subtypes with function in the context of organ systems F. Components of the skin and their homeostatic interaction with each other and other body systems G. Components of the skeletal system and their homeostatic interactions with each other and other body systems H. Gross and microscopic structure, location, and function of each of the three types of muscle tissue I. Major nervous system components and their homeostatic interactions with each other and other body systems J. Overview of structures and functions of special senses K. Anatomy of the endocrine system and its role in body homeostasis L. Overview of the circulatory system and its components and functions including the heart, blood vessels, and blood M. Structures and functions of the lymphatic system and immune function N. Components of the respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems and the functional interactions of these components/systems with each other COURSE CONTENT - LABORATORY A. Principles of solute movements around and through membranes B. Using basic microscopy for recognition of the four basic tissue types C. Identification of skin layers and components on models or other representations D. Identification of gross anatomy of skeletal and muscular systems E. Identification of joint types and demonstration of functions F. Identification of central nervous system structures and discussion of functions G. Identification of peripheral nerves and features of special senses H. Identification of heart structures and overview of electrical activity I. Identification of respiratory structures and mechanisms of air flow J. Identification of digestive system anatomy, function and distinctions in macronutrient digestion K. Identification of structures involved in urine formation and their related functions L. Identification of structures involved in reproduction and their related functions
Student Outcomes
LECTURE OUTCOMES
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Use anatomical, physiological, and appropriate relational terms to describe the human body
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Apply principles of chemistry to physiological processes in the body
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Explain the relationship between levels of organization within the human body, ranging from molecules to organism
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Describe anatomy and physiology of assigned organ systems in health and disease conditions
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Explain interactions between the organ systems towards maintaining homeostasis
LAB OUTCOMES
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Identify designated structures from organ systems on models, preserved specimens and/or with microscopy
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Demonstrate assigned physiologic testing and lab procedures
Degree Outcomes
Natural Sciences: Graduates use the scientific method to analyze natural phenomena and acquire skills to evaluate the authenticity of data/information relative to the natural world.
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.
Lecture Contact Hours 40
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 60
Potential Methods
Conceptual assessment: Multiple choice, true/false, matching. short answer, fill-in-the-blank, essay, diagram labeling Case studies and applied case scenarios: Assess physiology questions presented through case studies and case scenarios and apply understanding of each system to address these questions. Instructor Observation: Instructor visually assesses either informally or formally (with a checklist) whether the student has successfully achieved the desirable outcome Lab exercises and reports: Presentation of laboratory experiment results in a brief written form including laboratory objectives and conclusion Organ/structure identification using physical models, dissection of specimens, images, in-class computer-based organisms and learning tools Lab practical exam: Use of student demonstration of techniques and student knowledge of anatomical structures, physiological processes, scientific equipment, and laboratory materials as a means of assessment Individual and group project: Presentation of subject concepts through verbal explanation from students either as individuals or as groups Group presentation/report: Examination of subject concepts or questions through a formalized group activity requiring active participation of all group members Computer assited activities (EKG, spirometry)
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