Human Anatomy & Phys I

Catalog description

This course provides a comprehensive and detailed study of the structure and function of organs and organ systems of the human body. This course is specifically designed to provide a strong foundation of knowledge for students planning a career in the health sciences. Topics presented include an introduction to histology, the skin and its derivatives, the skeleton, muscles, and the nervous and sensory systems. Although this course is taught with an organ system emphasis, mechanisms on the cellular and molecular level are also covered. All students registered for this course must also be co-registered for BIO 3XXL. There are three hours of lectures with three hours of laboratory study per week. This course is usually offered in fall semesters.