Course Overview

Course Description

This course provides a foundational understanding of human anatomy and physiology, focusing on terminology, concepts, and relationships relevant to health and medical applications. Students will explore the major body systems, including the muscular, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, urinary, endocrine, nervous, and reproductive systems. Emphasis is placed on the structure-function relationship, disease states, and symptoms, as well as the integration of anatomical structures to maintain homeostasis.

• Credits: 2

• Prerequisites: None specified; may be taken concurrently with BIOL 2032 or after successfully completing BIOL 2032.

Course Structure & Organization

Modules & Topics

The course is divided into ten modules, each covering a specific body system or foundational topic in anatomy and physiology.

Learning Outcomes

Core Competencies

• Identify anatomical structures at the cellular, tissue, and body systems level, and explain their integration in maintaining homeostasis.

• Recognize and apply patterns that unify, organize, and simplify the abundant details found in human anatomy.

• Propose evidence-based hypotheses to explain the functions of anatomical structures.

• Apply anatomical knowledge to real-world situations and health-related trends.

• Examine anatomy issues from an evidence-based perspective.

• Demonstrate knowledge of consequences of organ and system malfunction, relating them to disease states and symptoms.

• Discuss anatomical differences (ethnicity, gender, culture, etc.) and their impact on understanding anatomy and physiology.

Required Textbook, Resources, & Materials

Textbook

• Mastering A&P w/Pearson for Human Anatomy (9th ed.) by Marieb, E. N., Wilhelm, P. B., & Mallatt, J. B. ISBN-13: 9780135240601

• Online access to Mastering A&P is required.

• Purchase of a hardcopy is optional but may be helpful for career purposes.

Online Resources

• Visible Body Courseware (https://www.visiblebody.com) is required for both lecture and lab.

Assessment & Grading

Grade Percentages

• Module Pre/Post Assessments: 15%

• Attendance: 5%

• Homework: 10%

• Midterm: 30%

• Final: 40%

Grading Scale

• 90-100% = A

• 80-89% = B

• 79-70% = C

• 69-60% = D

• 59% or below = F

Assessment Details

Pre-assessments

• Open-book, randomized question bank, up to 3 attempts per module.

• Designed to prepare students for in-depth discussion and module activities.

• Questions may cover material from previous modules (cumulative).

Post-assessments

• Open-book, up to 2 attempts, 5 days after module completion.

• Only the highest score is recorded.

Midterm & Final Exams

• Midterm: Covers Module 5 (Nervous System & Special Senses), 100 questions, 1 point each.

• Final: Covers all modules, 150 questions, 1 point each.

Course Policies & Support

Attendance & Participation

• Attendance is required and contributes to the final grade.

• Active participation in discussions and activities is expected.

Academic Assistance

• Student Success Center, Duo Livery & Conference Center

• Diaby Support Section

• Career Services

• Counseling Services available through Success Center

Revision & Policy Statements

• Instructor and university reserve the right to revise the syllabus and course policies as needed.

Key Terms & Concepts

Definitions

• Anatomy: The study of the structure of body parts and their relationships to one another.

• Physiology: The study of the function of body parts and how they work to carry out life-sustaining activities.

• Homeostasis: The maintenance of a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

• Histology: The study of tissues at the microscopic level.

• System: A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function.

Example: Homeostasis Equation

Homeostasis can be represented as:

For example, body temperature regulation involves feedback mechanisms:

Course Mission & Values

Newman University Mission Statement

Newman University is a Catholic university named for St. John Henry Newman and founded by the Adorers of the Blood of Christ. The university is committed to providing a supportive academic environment and fostering student success.

Summary Table: Course Structure

Additional info: These notes are based on the syllabus and course outline for Anatomy & Physiology I at Newman University. For detailed study, refer to the required textbook and online resources.