Anatomy Syllabus
This course is designed for students who desire to take a one-semester course in human anatomy and physiology. It includes basic information necessary for a general understanding of the structure and function of the human body. This course is appropriate for students who are interested in pursuing careers in health technologies, nursing, and medicine.
Student Learning Objectives
Safety requirements will be discussed and adhered to during all class activities.
Describe and identify the levels of organization of the human body in terms of body part location. Introduce various organ systems and the concepts of homeostasis and equilibrium maintained by body systems.
Describe, recognize, and identify the structures, functions and major diseases, and pathologies at the tissue or cellular level of the following body systems:
The Integumentary System
The Skeletal System
The Muscular System
The Nervous System
The Endocrine System
The Circulatory System
The Lymphatic System
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
The Reproductive System