Module D - Histology

Learning outcomes for this module as of Fall 2019:

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Note: HAPS recognizes that there is a great deal of variability in length and depth of coverage of histology (microscopic anatomy). The learning outcomes listed below are for those courses that include a significant histology component in their human anatomy and physiology class.

1. Overview of histology and tissue types

1. Define the term histology.

2. List the four major tissue types.

3. Compare and contrast the general features of the four major tissue types.

2. Microscopic anatomy, location, and functional roles of epithelial tissue

1. Describe the structural characteristics common to all types of epithelia.

2. Classify different types of epithelial tissues based on structural characteristics.

3. Describe the microscopic anatomy, location, and function of each epithelial tissue type.

4. Identify examples of each type of epithelial tissue.

5. Compare and contrast exocrine and endocrine glands, structurally and functionally.

6. Compare and contrast the different kinds of exocrine glands based on structure, method of secretion, and locations in the body.

3. Microscopic anatomy, location, and functional roles of connective tissue

1. Describe mesenchyme and explain its role in the classification of all types of connective tissue.

2. Describe the structural characteristics common to all types of connective tissue.

3. Classify different types of connective tissue based on their structural characteristics, functions, and locations in the body.

4. Identify examples of each type of connective tissue.

4. Microscopic anatomy, location, and functional roles of muscle tissue

1. Describe the structural characteristics common to all types of muscle tissue.

2. Classify different types of muscle tissue based on structural characteristics, functions, and locations in the body.

3. Identify examples of each type of muscle tissue.

5. Microscopic anatomy, location, and functional roles of nervous tissue

1. Recognize the cells of nervous tissue.

2. Compare and contrast neurons and glial cells with respect to cell structure and function.

6. Membranes (mucous, serous, cutaneous, and synovial)

1. Describe the structure and function of mucous, serous, cutaneous, and synovial membranes.

2. Describe locations in the body where each type of membrane can be found.

7. Intercellular connections (cell junctions)

1. Compare and contrast the types of intercellular connections (cell junctions) with respect to structure and function.

8. Tissue growth, modification, and repair

1. Define the following terms: hypertrophy, hyperplasia, atrophy, necrosis, apoptosis, metaplasia, regeneration, fibrosis, and dysplasia.

2. Describe tissue repair following an injury.

Note: An asterisk (*) preceding a learning outcome designates it as an optional, advanced learning outcome. The HAPS A&P Comprehensive Exam does not address these optional learning outcomes.