10806189Basic Anatomy
Course Information
Description
Examines basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology. Learners explore the structure and function of all body systems.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Apply anatomical terminology to the human body and its organization
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    apply directional terminology
    describe homeostatic mechanisms
    describe body cavities and linings
    identify body planes, sections, and regions
    describe anatomical position
    identify abdominopelvic regions and quadrants

  2. Describe the basic chemistry, structure and functions of the cell and its parts
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    correlate the structure of the four main types of biomolecules to their function in the body
    describe the basic chemistry of atoms, molecules, and compounds
    explain the properties of water and solutions in living systems
    describe the structure and function of the cell membrane
    describe the structure and function of cell components
    compare transport mechanisms of a cell by action and function
    describe stages of mitosis and meiosis
    describe the structures and roles of DNA and RNA, including protein synthesis

  3. Describe the structure of the four main tissue types and their functions
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    identify the structure and roles of epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue
    identify the location of epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue

  4. Examine the structure and function of the integumentary system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe each layer of the integument
    describe the accessory organs within the integumentary system
    analyze functions of the accessory organs in the integumentary system
    explain how the integumentary system functions within the body
    identify integumentary system disorders

  5. Examine the structure and function of the muscular and skeletal systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the structure of bones
    differentiate between the axial and appendicular portions of human skeleton
    identify bones and muscles
    analyze functions of bones and muscles
    describe the structure of skeletal muscle
    describe muscle contraction
    compare types of joints and their motions
    identify musculoskeletal system disorders

  6. Examine the structure and function of the nervous and sensory systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the cellular components of the nervous system
    describe the divisions and structures of the nervous system and their associated functions
    describe general and special senses
    explain the structure of sensory receptors and special sense organs
    identify common nervous and sensory system disorders

  7. Examine the structure and function of the endocrine system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    identify the basic endocrine organs and the hormones they produce
    analyze the roles and regulation of hormones in the endocrine system
    identify endocrine system disorders

  8. Examine the structure and function of the cardiovascular system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the location and structure of the heart and major blood vessels
    describe the composition and function of blood and its components including hemostasis
    analyze functions of the organs in the cardiovascular system
    analyze regulation of blood flow
    describe the cardiac cycle
    identify cardiovascular system and blood disorders

  9. Examine the structure and function of the lymphatic and immune systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the organs within the lymphatic and immune systems
    describe the components of the immune system
    differentiate between innate and adaptive immunity
    describe humoral and cell-mediated immunity
    analyze functions of the organs in the lymphatic and immune systems
    explain how the lymphatic and immune systems function within the body
    identify lymphatic and immune system disorders

  10. Examine the structure and function of the digestive system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the alimentary canal and accessory organs
    analyze functions of the digestive organs
    explain the processes of digestion and absorption
    identify digestive system disorders

  11. Examine the structure and function of the respiratory system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the respiratory tract and lungs
    analyze ventilation, gas exchange, and transport of gases
    identify respiratory system disorders

  12. Examine the structure and function of the urinary system
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the structure of the kidneys and urinary tract
    analyze functions of the organs in the urinary system
    explain how the urinary system functions within the body including regulation of blood pressure and blood chemistry
    summarize the process of urine formation
    identify urinary system disorders

  13. Examine the structure and function of the reproductive systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    describe the primary and secondary organs within the male and female reproductive system
    explain how the male and female reproductive systems function within the body
    describe the stages of uterine and ovarian cycles
    differentiate between male and female gametes
    identify male and female reproductive system disorders