The Anatomy, Physiology and Human Disease course provides sophomores, juniors and seniors with a comprehensive introduction to topics in human anatomy, physiology, and microbiological disease. The course is especially useful to students considering a career in medical related fields and is also a good choice for those who have an interest in how the human body is designed, how it functions, and how it responds to microbiological infections. The course provides the opportunity for investigation and research in the laboratory. Vertebrate dissection is an essential part of the laboratory activities.