Welcome!

Welcome to Human Anatomy and Physiology II (Lab)!

Course Introduction

This lab is designed to complement lecture content while allowing you to actively engage in the learning process. You will develop key observational and technical skills—such as identifying organs, tracing blood flow, or examining tissue samples—that are directly relevant to clinical practice, laboratory research, and health-related decision-making. Through collaborative work and hands-on learning, you will be challenged to think critically, ask questions, and make connections between theoretical concepts and real-world applications. 

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Apply proper safety protocols for the laboratory
• Demonstrate proficiency in operating laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, dissection tools, general lab equipment, and virtual simulations to perform experiments
• Identify the structures and functions of the endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems
• Interpret data related to structure and functions within the endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems using scientific reasoning
• Build the necessary foundational and industry-specific digital skills to participate in the workforce

Navigating the Course

This course is organized into Modules, each covering different topics. You can find the Modules in the navigation menu on the left or by scrolling down on the course page. To make things easier to navigate, modules can be collapsed or expanded in both the menu and the main page.

Each module includes:

• Chapter readings

• Activities like lab procedures, quizzes, and tests

• Practice quizzes and other helpful learning tools

Some items are required and will be marked as complete automatically after you submit them (look for the broken checkmark box). Others need to be marked complete manually by you (look for the solid checkmark box).

Start by working through the Learner Support and Getting Started modules before beginning Module 1, and don't forget to check for announcements and due dates regularly to stay on track!