Anatomy & Physiology
Seniors

Week Objectives: Begin our exploration of the complexity of the nervous sytem of the human body. Goal is to cover up and through the membrane potential of neurons picking up on the synapse next week. 

For Absent Students: 

Pick up missed assignments at student table in my class room (314)

**Quizzes/Tests will need to be made up during tutoring times - either during Block-Day Conference periods, after school or at lunch. 

1. Binder for organization of handouts, notes, and graded assignments. 

2. Loose leaf paper or notebook for note taking 

3. Multiple writing utensils including 1 red pen 

4. A planner - for assignment tracking 

5. Colored Pencils (yes we will be coloring in this class) 

Course Description

Develops a basic knowledge of the structure and function of the human body by studying the body's structure as a series of interrelated systems. Includes cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, reproductive and urinary systems, and genetics. Emphasizes disease prevention and wellness. This course includes laboratory experience. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category. 

Required Course Learning Outcomes (Competencies)

• 1. Describe homeostasis and the interrelatedness of the body systems.

• 2. Identify the major body systems and their function(s).

• 3. Identify the components and their function of the major body systems.

• 4. Identify the basic components of disease prevention and wellness of each body system.

• 5. Describe the basic role of genetics in health and disease.

Topical Outline

1.     Scientific method
2.    Levels of biological organization
3.   Anatomical terms, directions, cavities, and position
4.    Homeostasis and disease
5.     Basic chemistry
6.    Introduction to cells
7.   Histology
8.  Integumentary system
9.    Digestive system

10.     Metabolism and nutrition
11..    Cardiovascular system
12.   Lymphatic system
13.  Immune system
14.   Urinary system
15    Muscular system
16.   Skeletal system and articulations
17.  Endocrine system
18. Senses
19.   Nervous system (Central, Autonomic, Peripheral)
20.   Reproductive system
21.  Development and genetics