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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Describe the scientific method and apply this knowledge to the course content; differentiate the scientific method from other modes of knowing.
2. Relate basic chemical concepts and cell structure to the function of organs.
3. Name the organ systems, identify the major organs, and describe their functions.
4. Summarize the structures and functions necessary to accomplish movement of the body.
5. Compare how body-wide communication is accomplished by the nervous and endocrine systems.
6. Name the factors essential for life, and describe how they are supplied, transported, and regulated inside the body.
7. Compare the various structures and processes used for defense against injury and infection.
8. Describe human reproductive structures and mechanisms.
9. Apply core concepts of anatomy and physiology to understanding the basis for some common medical conditions.
10. Perform basic physiological measurements such as EKG and blood pressure.
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I. Introductory Concepts
A. Scientific method
1. power and limits of scientific method
2. comparison of scientific method with other modes of learning
3. contributions of study of anatomy and physiology
B. Levels of biological organization
C. Human body plan, planes, cavities
D. Anatomical terminology
E. Homeostasis
1. negative feedback
2. regulated parameters
II. Cells and Tissues: Structure and Function
A. Macromolecules
B. Organelles
C. Cell membranes
1. passive transport
2. active transport
D. Metabolism: energy and enzymes
E. Tissues
III. Support and Movement
A. Integument
B. Skeletal system
1. bones
2. joints
C. Muscular system
1. muscles
2. muscle contraction
IV. Control Systems
A. Nervous system
1. neurons and synapses
2. general and special senses
B. Endocrine system
1. endocrine glands
2. hormones
C. Receptors, drugs, poisons
V. Internal Environment
A. Cardiovascular system
1. heart and blood vessels
2. regulation of cardiac function, blood pressure
3. formation of cardiac action potential and conduction
B. Respiratory system
1. lungs, thoracic and pleural cavities
2. structure and function of conducting zone organs
3. respiratory gases
4. regulation of respiration and pH
C. Urinary System
1. kidneys and nephrons
2. osmoregulation
3. regulation of blood pressure and pH
D. Digestive system
1. gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs
2. digestion and glands
3. regulation of metabolism
VI. Defense
A. Blood
B. Immune system
1. organs, tissue, and cells
2. inflammation
3. specific immune response
4. allergy, anaphylaxis, and immunization
VII. Reproduction
A. Male reproductive structures and functions
B. Female reproductive structures and functions
C. Gestation, parturition, and lactation
VIII. Laboratory Exercises
A. All of the above mentioned structures will be studied by means of histological specimens, models, charts, and human cadavers or prosections in the anatomy section of course.
B. Physiological lab exercises will be performed on the following
topics:
1. homeostasis
2. muscle contraction
3. reflex action
4. sensory receptor function
5. cardiac function
6. pulmonary function
7. renal function
8. acid base balance
9. glucose tolerance test
10. blood typing
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Lecture-Related Assignments:
1. Weekly reading in text, 40-80 pages per week
2. Written homework assignments
3. Formal assessment: quizzes, 3 to 4 lab exams, 3 to 4 lecture exams, (including objective and essay questions), and final exam
Laboratory-Related Assignments:
1. Written laboratory assignments (observation reports, diagrams, worksheets, etc.)
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
10 - 20% |
| Written homework, written laboratory assignments | |
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
10 - 20% |
| Written laboratory assignments, written homework | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
60 - 80% |
| Lecture exams, lab exams, quizzes, final exam | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
0 - 5% |
| Participation in lecture and lab | |
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