BIOL 1520Anatomy and Physiology II

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Prerequisite: BIOL 2205 or BIOL 1510 This course is a continuation of the study of major topics in anatomy and physiology begun in Biol 1510 Anatomy and Physiology I. The course begins with the structures and functions of the endocrine system that provide relatively slow and long-term hormonal con- trols. The reproductive system, development, and ge- netics of humans are also covered. The structure and function of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems including immunity are included in the middle of the course. The final part of the course covers the respira- tory, digestive, and urinary systems along with nutrition and body balances. The laboratory component of this course introduces students to techniques and equip- ment used to study human anatomy and physiology. The first lab is an examination of endocrine system anatomy as well as the major hormones and their func- tions. The next labs focus on the relationship between structure and function of the reproductive system, the process of human development, and pregnancy. We then perform several types of blood tests, examine the heart including the use of dissection, and identify select blood vessels. The lymphatic system and immunity are examined next. Dissection of the fetal pig follows to introduce the respiratory, digestive, and urinary sys- tems. The final labs take a deeper look at these organ systems.