BI 231 Human Anatomy and Physiology 1

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Credits: 4

The first of a three-term sequence in-depth examination of human form and function. Includes tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, and nervous systems. Also includes an examination of articulations.

Prerequisite: Placement into WR 115 (or higher), or completion of WR 090 (or higher); and completion of BI 112 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Analyze fundamental scientific concepts, models and theories that related to the integumentary, skeletal and nervous systems.
Solve problems, investigate information and draw conclusions about the function of the integumentary, skeletal and nervous systems.
Connect the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal and nervous systems to everyday activities and situations.
Understand the structure and operation of the integumentary, skeletal and nervous system through laboratory study.
Recognize homeostasis as an essential aspect of wellness from the cellular to organismal level

Statewide General Education Outcomes:

Gather, comprehend, and communicate scientific and technical information in order to explore ideas, models, and solutions and generate further questions.

Apply scientific and technical modes of inquiry, individually, and collaboratively, to critically evaluate existing or alternative explanations, solve problems, and make evidence-based decisions in an ethical manner.

Assess the strengths and weaknesses of scientific studies and critically examine the influence of scientific and technical knowledge on human society and the environment.

Content Outline

Levels of Organization
- Introduction
  - Course review
  - Definitions
  - Body organization
  - Basic terminology
  - Homeostasis
- Chemistry fundamentals
- Cells
  - Structure and function
  - Movement of materials
  - Basic terminology
  - Protein Synthesis
- Tissues
Integumentary System
- Structural composition
- Functions
- Disorders
Skeleton System
- Structural composition and development
- Functions
- Types of bones
- Skeleton organization
  - Axial
  - Appendicular
- Articulations
- Disorders
Nervous System
- General Function
- Structural Organization
- Histology
- Impulse conduction
- Synapses
- Central nervous system (CNS)
  - Brain
  - Spinal cord
  - Cerebrospinal fluid and meninges
- Peripheral nervous system (PNS)
  - Cranial nerves
  - Spinal nerves
  - Reflexes
- Autonomic nervous system
  - Organization
  - Sympathetic and parasympathetic comparisons
- Senses
  - General
  - Olfactory
  - Gustatory
  - Eye
  - Ear
- Disorders
Labs
- Body Organization and Terminology
- Microscopy, Cells, and Cell Cycle
- Omosis, Diffusion
- Tissues
- Integument
- Bones
- Joints
- Brain
- Spinal Cord
- Neuron and
- Reflexes
- Vision, Equilibrium, and Hearing