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Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology (ANAT 1500) Syllabus and Course Structure Study Guide

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What is Anatomy & Physiology?

Levels of Organization

Anatomical Position

Introduction to Directional Terms

Anatomical Planes & Sections

Organization of the Body: Body Cavities

Homeostasis

Introduction to Chemical Bonding

Introduction to Water

Acids and Bases

Introduction to Biomolecules

Monomers & Polymers

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Enzymes

Nucleic Acids

ATP

Biological Membranes

Introduction to Membrane Transport

Passive vs. Active Transport

Simple and Facilitated Diffusion

Osmosis

Active Transport

Endocytosis and Exocytosis

Introduction to the Cell Cycle

Phases of Mitosis

Cytokinesis

Introduction to Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Epithelial Tissue

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

Structural Naming of Epithelial Tissue

Simple Epithelial Tissues

Stratified Epithelial Tissues

Glandular Epithelial Tissue

Introduction to Connective Tissue

Classes of Connective Tissue

Introduction to Connective Tissue Proper

Connective Tissue Proper: Loose Connective Tissue

Connective Tissue Proper: Dense Connective Tissue

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

Specialized Connective Tissue: Bone

Specialized Connective Tissue: Blood

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

Types of Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

Introduction to the Integumentary System

The Epidermis: Cells

The Epidermis: Layers

The Dermis

The Hypodermis

Glands

    An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

    Gross Anatomy of Bone: Compact and Spongy Bone

    Gross Anatomy of Bone: Periosteum and Endosteum

    Gross Anatomy of Bone: Bone Marrow

    Gross Anatomy of Bone: Short, Flat, and Irregular Bones

    Gross Anatomy of Bones - Structure of a Long Bone

    Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Matrix

    Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells

    Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - The Osteon

    Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Trabeculae

    Introduction to the Skeleton

    The Skull

    The Spine

    The Thoracic Cage

    The Pectoral Girdle

    Bones of the Upper Limb

    The Pelvic Girdle

    Bone of the Lower Limb

    Introduction to Joints

    Classification of Joints

    Structural Class: Fibrous Joints

    Structural Class: Cartilaginous Joints

    Structural Class: Synovial Joints

    Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

    Structure of a Skeletal Muscle

    Sliding Filament Theory and the Sarcomere

    Steps of Muscle Contraction

    Origin and Insertion

    Muscle Actions

    Muscle Naming

    Introduction to Sensory Receptors

    Proprioceptors

    Ions - Sodium and Potassium

    Resting Membrane Potential

    Change in Membrane Potential

    Properties of Graded and Action Potentials

    Graded Potentials

    Action Potentials

    Propagation of Action Potentials

    Introduction to Reflex Arcs

    Reflex Arcs

    Introduction to the Central Nervous System

    The Cerebrum

    Introduction to the Peripheral Nervous System

    Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System

    Sympathetic Nervous System

    Parasympathetic Nervous System

    Neurotransmitters of the ANS

    Review of the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Divisions

    Introduction to Special Senses

    Structure of the Eyeball

    Fibrous Layer of the Eyeball

    Vascular Layer of the Eyeball

    Optic Components of the Eyeball

    Inner Layer of the Eyeball

    The Lens and Focusing Light on the Retina

    Rods, Cones, and Light

    Introduction to the Endocrine System

    The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland

    Introduction To Blood

    Erythrocytes

    Leukocytes

    Platelets: Hemostasis

    Electrical Conduction System of the Heart

    Cardiac Action Potentials

    Electrocardiogram (ECG)

    Cardiac Cycle

    Introduction to Blood Vessels

    Types of Blood Vessels

    General Blood Vessel Structure

    Arteries

    Capillaries

    Veins

    Introduction to the Lymphatic System

    Lymphatic Vasculature

    Lymphoid Cells & Tissues

    Overview of Lymphoid Organs

    Primary Lymphoid Organs

    Secondary Lymphoid Organs: Lymph Nodes

    Secondary Lymphoid Organs: The Spleen

    Secondary Lymphoid Organs: MALT

    Introduction to the Immune System

    Introduction to First-Line Defenses

    Introduction to Innate Immunity

    Physical Barriers in First-Line Defenses: Skin

    Physical Barriers in First-Line Defenses: Mucous Membrane

    First-Line Defenses: Chemical Barriers

    Introduction to Cells of the Immune System

    Cells of the Immune System: Granulocytes

    Cells of the Immune System: Agranulocytes

    Introduction to Cell Communication

    Cell Communication: Surface Receptors & Adhesion Molecules

    Cell Communication: Cytokines

    Introduction to the Digestive System

    Introduction to Metabolism

    Introduction to Cellular Respiration

    Cellular Respiration: Glycolysis

    Cellular Respiration: Pyruvate Oxidation

    Cellular Respiration: Krebs Cycle

    Cellular Respiration: Electron Transport Chain

    Cellular Respiration: Chemiosmosis

    Introduction to the Urinary System

    The Kidneys

    The Nephron

    Renal Physiology: Overview

    Renal Physiology Step 1: Glomerular Filtration

    Renal Physiology Step 2: Tubular Reabsorption

    Fluid Balance

    Introduction to the Reproductive System

    Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System

    Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System

    Meiosis

    Introduction to Human Development