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BIOL115 Basic Human Anatomy

3 credits

2250

Reading Level 3 or higher, or READ110 (C or better) or permission of the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; and Math Level 5 or higher or MATH095 (C or better), and Writing Level 4 or higher or COMP090 (C or better) or COMP108 (C or better)

None

Lecture format to include in-class and/or online presentation of content material. Topics are presented in various modes including, but not limited to, traditional lecture style, online presentation, group exercises, computer simulations and/or online research.

This course satisfies the General Education requirement for Scientific Literacy.

This course is a study of human anatomy which develops a basic understanding of the structure and function of body organs and systems and their interactions. Other topics include nutrition, metabolism, and growth and development.

Course Learning Goals

Students will:
1. describe the structure and function of various human organs and systems;
2. explain how human organs and systems interact [Scientific Literacy];
3. describe the relationship between and processes related to nutrition and metabolism; and
4. recognize the stages of growth and development.
Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
1. an introduction to the structure and function of the body
2. cells and tissues
3. organ systems of the body
4. integumentary system and body membranes
5. skeletal system
6. muscular system
7. nervous system
8. senses
9. endocrine system
10. blood
11. circulatory system
12. lymphatic system
13. respiratory system
14. digestive system
15. nutrition and metabolism
16. urinary system
17. reproductive system
18. growth and development
Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Exams, quizzes, class participation, and projects as specified in the individual instructor's syllabus will be utilized.
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Students use educational resources as approved by the department and specified in the individual instructor's syllabus.