11-12 Anatomy and Physiology Trimester 1
Anatomy & Physiology Fall 2009 Course Description
Anatomy and Physiology is a one semester course that rigorously studies the structure and function of the human body as well as considers states of wellness along with pathology. It is designed to stress the complexity and magnificence of the whole while examining the details of the parts. Concepts and vocabulary will be challenging and are geared towards students motivated by personal interest as well as those considering further study in the medical field.
Content will be presented through a range of activities including:
• class discussions,
• group and individual projects
• lectures
• guest speakers
• multi-media
• labs
Textbook: Structure and Function of the Body by Thibodeau and Patton, along with their study guide. Replacement cost is $45.00.
Materials: Students are required to keep a 3-ring binder to use for class as means of organizing notes, handouts, quizzes, homework and tests.
Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- Define the terms of anatomy and physiology. List and discuss the levels of organization of the body. Identify the major cavities, directions and planes of the body. Provide an example of a typical homeostatic mechanism.
- Explain how tissues demonstrate the principle of how form follows function. Utilize the microscope in observing various cells and tissues.
- List the 11 major organ systems of the body and describe the major functions of each.
- Describe, in detail, components of each of the major organ systems that we cover.
- Discuss how the systems we cover are interdependent.
- Provide examples of disorders of each of the major systems along with suggestions for maintaining wellness within each.
- Apply critical-thinking and problem solving skills to lab exercises.