10-806-179Adv Anatomy & Physiology
Course Information
Description
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology is the second semester in a two-semester sequence in which normal human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Instructional delivery within a classroom and laboratory setting. Experimentation within a science lab will include analysis of cellular metabolism, the individual components of body systems such as the nervous, neuro-muscular, cardiovascular, and urinary. Continued examination of homeostatic mechanisms and their relationship to fluid, electrolyte, acid-base balance and blood. Integration of genetics to human reproduction and development are also included in this course.
Total Credits
4
Course Competencies
  1. Analyze how the individual components of the nervous system work as an integrated whole
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines sensory function
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines motor and sensory neural pathways
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the role of the autonomic nervous system in maintaining homeostasis
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes neuro-physiology including potential generation, impulse conduction and synaptic transmission
    written, graphic or oral product or process evaluates the actions of neurotransmitters

  2. Analyze how the individual components of the endocrine system work as an integrated whole
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process relates endocrine function to homeostasis, including hypo- and hypersecretion
    written, graphic or oral product or process identifies the advanced mechanisms of hormone actions
    written, graphic or oral product or process identifies the mechanism of hormone transport
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates the relationship of neural function and hormonal secretion
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates the major hormones to the tissues and organs that secrete them
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates the major hormones to their respective target tissues
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains control of hormone secretion
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes hormonal response to stress

  3. Analyze the processes of cellular metabolism
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process compares the processes of aerobic and anaerobic respiration
    written, graphic or oral product or process distinguishes between anabolism and catabolism
    written, graphic or oral product or process compares the mechanism of carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates appropriate cellular organelles and transport mechanisms with their roles in cellular metabolism

  4. Correlate muscle physiology to normal body function
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process identifies the microscopic anatomy of the muscle fiber
    written, graphic or oral product or process identifies the physiology of muscle contraction
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the physiology involved in myoneural junctions
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains energy production, storage and consumption in the muscle cell

  5. Analyze the roles of DNA and RNA in controlling cell function and genetics
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes DNA replication
    written, graphic or oral product or process shows relationship to enzyme production
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes effect of mutations on cell function
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes gene regulation
    written, graphic or oral product or process contrasts DNA and RNA structures and functions
    written, graphic or oral product or process distinguishes among the three types of RNA
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the processes involved in protein synthesis

  6. Evaluate the components of defense and immunity that support homeostasis
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates blood components and composition to homeostasis
    written, graphic or oral product or process distinguishes among active and passive immunity
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the components of the immune system
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes specific and nonspecific immunity

  7. Analyze cardiovascular physiology to normal body function
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines the conduction system of the heart
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines the coronary circulation system
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines blood flow dynamics
    written, graphic or oral product or process analyzes factors affecting blood pressure
    written, graphic or oral product or process relates extrinsic and intrinsic factors that influence cardiac function
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates the cardiac cycle with EKG and blood flow dynamics

  8. Analyze renal physiology
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process correlates nephron structure to filtration, re-absorption and secretion
    written, graphic or oral product or process analyzes factors affecting urine formation
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the role of the juxtaglomerular apparatus
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the role of the kidney's vascular system in urine formation
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the normal and abnormal constituents of urine and their significance

  9. Evaluate the roles of different organ systems in maintaining adequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the mechanisms that influence hemodynamics
    written, graphic or oral product or process includes mechanisms responsible for controlled blood flow through tissues
    written, graphic or oral product or process includes compensatory mechanisms
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains how alterations in blood, pC02, pH, and p02 influence ventilation
    written, graphic or oral product or process includes the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the tissues and lungs
    written, graphic or oral product or process explains the mechanisms of gas transport

  10. Distinguish among the processes of digestion, absorption, and assimilation
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines absorption of nutrients
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines transport and storage of nutrients
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines regulations of digestive processes
    written, graphic or oral product or process examines the role of the liver, gall bladder and pancreas in digestive and related metabolic functions

  11. Correlate fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance to the homeostatic mechanisms responsible for their control
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process identifies fluid compartments and the water and solute movement between them
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the mechanisms by which the water and electrolyte content of the body fluid is regulated
    written, graphic or oral product or process compares the composition of intracellular and extracellular fluids
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes mechanisms for regulating pH
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes acidosis, alkalosis, and compensatory mechanisms

  12. Integrate genetics, development and human reproductive physiology
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written, graphic or oral product or process
    in a laboratory or classroom setting
    Criteria
    written, graphic or oral product or process compares mitosis with meiosis
    written, graphic or oral product or process distinguishes between spermatogenesis and oogenesis
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the events of fertilization/fetal development
    written, graphic or oral product or process recognizes fetal circulation
    written, graphic or oral product or process describes the hormonal control of reproductive cycles
    written, graphic or oral product or process evaluates the patterns of human inheritance

  13. Use appropriate scientific laboratory methods and safety precautions
    Assessment Strategies
    in the laboratory
    Criteria
    you identify hazards and safety equipment in the lab
    you select appropriate personal protective equipment
    you follow all laboratory practice expectations of the college