Human Body in Health and Disease

Catalog description

This course encompasses the study of the basic concepts of human biology which includes anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, cytology, histology, pathology, and related pharmacology. Included are the essential anatomical and physiological concepts of the human bodys organ systems. Also included are discussions of growth, development, and aging of the human body. Understanding of these subjects leads to the topic of the psychological development of ones personality and inter-social relationships. This is based on the concept of the humans hierarchy of needs which is part of this course. Lab activities may be incorporated into the lectures. They will be designed to support or teach concept.