Syllabus and Schedule

Sample Syllabus and Schedule

Description
Students enrolled in this course will examine the anatomy and physiology of human organs and organ systems. Students will study the structure and function of the following: (1) the nervous system, including the special senses; (2) the endocrine system; (3) the circulatory system, including the lymphatic system and immune response; (4) the respiratory system; (5) the digestive system; (6) the urinary system; and (7) the reproductive system.

Purpose of Course
This course is designed to acquaint students with an introduction to foundational topics needed to develop an in-depth understanding of the discipline of anatomy and physiology. Because the material presented in this course is an important prerequisite for further coursework and careers in medical and health-related fields, students should be committed to devoting the time necessary to master the topics presented in the course.

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Describe the structure, function & location of the major components of the nervous system – including the special senses.
Describe the structure, function & location of the major components of the endocrine, circulatory, and respiratory systems – including the lymphatic system and immune response.
Describe the structure, function & location of the major components of the digestive & urinary systems.
Describe the structure, function & location of the major components of the male and female reproductive systems.

Final Grade Calculation
60 % Exams
15 % Quizzes
15 % Lab Activities
10 % Pre-Lab Assignments
100% TOTAL

Grading Scale
90-100% A
87-89% B+
80-86% B
77-79% C+
70-76% C
67-69% D+
60-66% D
0-59% F

Week 1 Cardiovascular System (Heart)
Week 2 Cardiovascular System (Blood)
Week 3 Lymphatic
Week 4 Respiratory
Week 5 Digestive
Week 6 Urinary
Week 7 Female and male Reproductive
Week 8 Pregnancy and Embryology