BackBI232 Summer Course Outline: Nervous, Endocrine, and Cardiovascular Systems
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Course Overview
This course covers advanced topics in human anatomy and physiology, focusing on the nervous, endocrine, and cardiovascular systems. The schedule includes lectures, laboratory activities, reading assignments, and exams, structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of these systems.
Weekly Topics and Structure
Week | Lecture Topics | Reading Assignments | Laboratory Activities | Assessments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Spinal Cord and Nerves | Ch 13, Ch 14 | Lab 19, Lab 21 | — |
2 | Brain & Cranial Nerves | Ch 14, Ch 16 (RA14) | Lab 17 (activities 1-3), Lab 17 (brain dissection) | Lab Quiz |
3 | Autonomic Nervous System | Ch 16 | Lab 20, Lab 22 | Exam 1 (Ch 13, 14, 16; Labs 17, 19-22) |
4 | Special Senses | Ch 17 (RA17) | Lab 23, 24 (eye dissection), Lab 25 | Lab Quiz |
5 | Endocrine System | Ch 18 (RA18) | Lab 26, 27, PhysioX 4 | Lab Quiz |
6 | Blood | Ch 19 (RA19) | Lab 29 (blood testing) | Exam 2 (Ch 17-18; Labs 23-27, PhysioX 4) |
7 | Blood, Heart | Ch 19, Ch 20 (RA20) | Lab 30 (heart dissection), Lab 31 | Lab Quiz |
8 | Blood Vessels | Ch 21 (RA21) | Lab 32, 33 | Exam 3 (Ch 19-21; Labs 29-33) |
Main Topics Covered
Spinal Cord and Nerves (Ch 13, 14): Structure and function of the spinal cord, spinal nerves, and their roles in reflexes and neural pathways.
Brain and Cranial Nerves (Ch 14, 16): Anatomy of the brain, cranial nerves, and the autonomic nervous system.
Special Senses (Ch 17): Mechanisms of vision, hearing, taste, smell, and equilibrium.
Endocrine System (Ch 18): Hormone-producing glands, hormone functions, and regulation of physiological processes.
Blood (Ch 19): Composition, functions, and disorders of blood.
Heart (Ch 20): Anatomy and physiology of the heart, cardiac cycle, and regulation of heart function.
Blood Vessels and Circulation (Ch 21): Structure and function of blood vessels, and principles of circulatory dynamics.
Laboratory Component
Dissections: Brain, eye, and heart dissections to reinforce anatomical knowledge.
Physiological Experiments: Activities such as PhysioX 4 and blood testing to understand functional aspects.
Lab Quizzes: Regular assessments to test practical understanding.
Assessment and Policies
Reading Assignments: Must be submitted on time; late submissions lose one point.
Exams: Three major exams covering lecture and lab material. Exams are held during regular class times; students must bring a scantron and #2 pencil.
Flexibility: The schedule is subject to change as needed.
Additional Info
This course outline aligns with the following ANP chapters: Ch. 13 (Spinal Cord), Ch. 14 (Brain and Cranial Nerves), Ch. 16 (Autonomic Nervous System), Ch. 17 (Special Senses), Ch. 18 (Endocrine System), Ch. 19 (Blood), Ch. 20 (Heart), and Ch. 21 (Blood Vessels and Circulation).
Students are expected to integrate lecture and laboratory knowledge for a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
