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Anatomy & Physiology Course Syllabus and Weekly Topic Overview

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Course Overview

This syllabus outlines the weekly topics, laboratory activities, and examination schedule for a college-level Anatomy & Physiology course. The course covers foundational concepts in human anatomy and physiology, integrating molecular biology, organ system function, and laboratory investigations to reinforce theoretical knowledge.

Weekly Topics and Laboratory Activities

Week

Dates

Classroom Topics

Laboratory Topics

1

8/25 – 8/27

Chapters 1-2 – Introduction and Molecular Biology

Lab safety orientation; BIOPAC orientation video & worksheet; Reaction time (Lesson 11)

2

9/1 – 9/3

Chapters 3-5 – Compartmentation, Energy, Metabolism, and Membrane Dynamics

Reaction time (Lesson 11)

3

9/8 – 9/10

Chapter 6 – Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis Chapter 7 – Immune System

Spinal reflexes

4

9/15 – 9/17

Chapter 9 – Neuron Function Chapter 10 – Central Nervous System (CNS)

Cranial nerves

5

9/22 – 9/24

Exam 1 – Tuesday, Sept. 22 Chapter 11 – Sensory Systems

Electromyography

6

9/29 – 10/1

Chapters 12-13 – Efferent (Motor) Systems and Muscle Physiology

Electrocardiography

7

10/8 (H only) 10/13 (T only)

Chapter 15 – Cardiovascular Physiology

Exercise

8

10/20 – 10/22

Chapters 16-17 – Blood Flow, Blood Pressure, and Blood

Urinalysis

9

10/27 – 10/29

Exam 2 – Tuesday, Oct. 27 Chapter 18 – Mechanisms of Breathing

Glucose challenge Blood typing

10

11/3 – 11/5

Chapter 19 – Gas Exchange

Investigative Project – Planning; M & M

11

11/10 – 11/12

Chapter 20 – Renal (Kidney) Physiology Chapter 21 – Water-Solute Balance

Investigative Project – Data

12

11/17 – 11/19

Chapters 22-23 – Digestive System, Metabolism, and Energy Balance

Investigative Project – A & I No scheduled lab sections

13

11/23 – 11/25

Chapter 24 – Endocrine Control of Metabolism

Investigative Project – A & I

14

12/1 – 12/3

Exam 3 – Tuesday, Dec. 1

Presentations in Classroom (not BLC)

15

12/8 – 12/10

Chapter 26 – Reproductive Systems

Presentations in Classroom (not BLC)

16

12/15

Final Exam 6 – 9 PM Tuesday Dec. 15th

Final Exam 6 – 9 PM Tuesday Dec. 15th

Major Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology: Foundational concepts, terminology, and the scope of the discipline.

  • Molecular Biology and Cell Processes: Cell structure, compartmentation, membrane dynamics, and metabolism.

  • Communication and Homeostasis: Mechanisms of cellular communication, integration of physiological processes, and maintenance of homeostasis.

  • Immune System: Basic principles of immune defense and integration with other systems.

  • Nervous System: Neuron function, central and peripheral nervous system organization, sensory systems, and reflexes.

  • Muscle and Motor Systems: Muscle physiology, efferent pathways, and motor control.

  • Cardiovascular System: Heart function, blood flow, blood pressure regulation, and cardiovascular physiology.

  • Respiratory System: Mechanisms of breathing and gas exchange.

  • Renal and Urinary Systems: Kidney physiology, water-solute balance, and urinalysis.

  • Digestive System and Metabolism: Structure and function of the digestive tract, metabolic pathways, and energy balance.

  • Endocrine System: Hormonal regulation and endocrine control of metabolism.

  • Reproductive System: Anatomy and physiology of human reproduction.

Laboratory Investigations

  • Lab Safety and Equipment Orientation: Introduction to laboratory safety protocols and BIOPAC system usage.

  • Physiological Measurements: Reaction time, electromyography, electrocardiography, urinalysis, blood typing, and glucose challenge tests.

  • Neurophysiology: Spinal reflexes and cranial nerve identification.

  • Investigative Projects: Student-led research projects involving planning, data collection, analysis, and presentation.

Assessment Schedule

  • Exam 1: Week 5 (Covers foundational and early system topics)

  • Exam 2: Week 9 (Covers nervous, muscle, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems)

  • Exam 3: Week 14 (Covers renal, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems)

  • Final Exam: Week 16 (Comprehensive)

Additional Info

  • Some chapters and laboratory activities may integrate content from multiple organ systems to emphasize physiological integration and homeostasis.

  • Investigative projects are designed to develop scientific inquiry and data analysis skills.

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