Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Course Syllabus and Weekly Schedule

Course Overview

This document outlines the weekly schedule and major topics for a college-level Anatomy & Physiology laboratory course. The schedule includes laboratory activities, quizzes, practical exams, and major anatomical systems covered throughout the semester.

Course Structure and Key Components

• Orientation and Introduction: The course begins with an orientation and an introduction to anatomy, setting the foundation for subsequent laboratory work.

• Laboratory Quizzes: Regular lab quizzes assess understanding of anatomical structures and laboratory techniques.

• Lab Practicals: Practical exams test students' ability to identify anatomical structures and apply knowledge in a hands-on setting.

• Cadaver Dissection Rotations: Students participate in cadaver dissections to gain practical experience with human anatomy.

• Poster Projects and Presentations: Students research, create, and present anatomical posters as part of their coursework.

Weekly Topics and Laboratory Activities

Week	Dates	Main Topics	Laboratory Activities	Assignments/Quizzes
1	8/25, 8/27	Orientation, Introduction to Anatomy	Lab introduction	Lab quiz 1 (Lab 1)
2	9/1	Labor Day Holiday (No Lab)	-	-
2-3	9/3, 9/8	Microscopes and Cells, Skeletal System Overview, Bone Markings, Cranial Bones	Microscope use, bone identification	Lab quiz 2 (Lab 2-3), Library Assignment Due
3-4	9/10, 9/15	Integumentary System, Facial Bones, Osseous Tissue, Hyoid and Vertebrae	Bone and tissue identification	Lab quiz 3-4 (Lab 4-5)
4	9/17	Articulations, Ribs and Sternum, Surface Anatomy	Lab practical preparation	Article Summary Due
5	9/22	Lab Practical 1 (Labs 1-7), Muscle Tissue, Scapula, Clavicle, Humerus	Lab practical, group work	Lab quiz 5 (Lab 6-7)
6	9/29, 10/1	Blood, Blood Typing, Forearm and Hand	Blood typing, bone identification	Lab quiz 6 (Lab 8-9)
7	10/6, 10/8	Heart, Pelvis, Heart Dissection, Lower Leg and Foot	Dissection, bone identification	Lab quiz 7-9 (Lab 10-11)
8	10/13	Lymphatic System	Cadaver Dissection Rotation	Lab quiz 11 (Lab 12)
9	10/20, 10/22	Lab Practical 2 (Labs 8-13), Nervous Tissue, Spinal Cord and Nerves, Forearm	Lab practical, dissection	Lab quiz 12-13 (Lab 14-15)
10	10/27, 10/29	Brain and Cranial Nerves, Upper Leg	Dissection, muscle identification	Lab quiz 14 (Lab 16)
11	11/3, 11/5	Special Senses, Cow Eye Dissection, Lower Leg and Foot	Dissection, sensory system study	Lab quiz 15-17 (Lab 17)
12	11/10, 11/12	Endocrine System, Cranial, Facial, and Cervical Muscles, Respiratory System, Torso	Dissection, muscle identification	Lab quiz 16-19 (Lab 18-19)
13	11/17, 11/19	Poster Work, Lab Practical 3 (Labs 14-19)	Poster preparation, lab practical	Poster Due
14	11/24, 12/1	Digestive System, Thoracic, Kidney Dissection, Urinary System, Abdominopelvic Blood Vessels	Dissection, vessel identification	Lab quiz 20-21 (Lab 20-22)
15	12/1, 12/3	Male and Female Reproductive Systems, Human Development, Blood Vessels (Lower Limb, Fetal, Cervical, Upper Limb)	Dissection, vessel identification	Lab quiz 22-23 (Lab 23-24), Practice Poster Presentation
16	12/8, 12/10	Lab Practical 4 (Labs 20-24, Cumulative), Final Exam	Lab practical, poster presentation	-

Major Anatomical Systems Covered

• Skeletal System: Includes cranial, facial, vertebral, thoracic, upper and lower limb bones.

• Muscular System: Focus on major muscle groups and their anatomical relationships.

• Cardiovascular System: Heart anatomy, blood vessels, and blood typing.

• Lymphatic System: Structure and function of lymphatic organs and tissues.

• Nervous System: Brain, spinal cord, cranial and peripheral nerves.

• Endocrine System: Major glands and hormonal regulation.

• Respiratory System: Anatomy of the lungs and airways.

• Digestive System: Structure and function of digestive organs.

• Urinary System: Kidneys, bladder, and associated structures.

• Reproductive System: Male and female reproductive anatomy and human development.

• Special Senses: Eye, ear, and sensory organs.

Assessment and Assignments

• Lab Quizzes: Frequent quizzes on laboratory content and anatomical identification.

• Lab Practicals: Hands-on exams requiring identification of anatomical structures.

• Poster Projects: Research and presentation on anatomical topics.

• Dissection Rotations: Participation in cadaver and organ dissections.

• Written Assignments: Article summaries and library research assignments.

Additional Information

• The schedule is tentative and subject to change.

• Students should refer to the lecture schedule for final exam times.

• Active participation in laboratory and dissection activities is required for successful completion of the course.