The Department of Physics

Course Description

Introductory Human Anatomy and Physiology II is an extension of its first semester counterpart Introductory Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Introductory Human Anatomy & Physiology II offers a broad overview of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of tissues, organs and organ systems. The systems covered in this course are: heart, blood and circulatory system; the lymphatic system, immune System and disease; the digestive System and nutrition; the excretory System, kidneys and fluid balance; and the respiratory system, lungs and respiration. The course concludes with human reproductive anatomy and physiology. This course will be assessed through in-course assignments, in-course laboratory exercises (PHYS 3163) and a final examination.

Content   

The Circulatory System: Overview & Heart; Blood Vessels and Blood. The Lymphatic and Immune System. The Respiratory System. The Urinary System. The Digestive System. Nutrition and Metabolism. The male and Female Reproductive System.

Goals/Aims

• To provide students with the required foundation in anatomy and physiology for advanced biomedical technology courses.
• To demonstrate to students that a knowledge of the human anatomy and physiology is critical in understanding and interpreting the signals of biomedical equipment.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to

• Recognize the anatomical structures, explain physiological functions, and recognize and explain the principle of homeostasis applied to the circulatory, lymphatic, and immune systems.
• Recognize the anatomical structures, explain physiological functions, and recognize and explain the principle of homeostasis applied to the respiratory system.
• Recognize the anatomical structures, explain physiological functions, and recognize and explain the principle of homeostasis applied to the urinary system.
• Recognize the anatomical structures, explain physiological functions, and recognize and explain the principle of homeostasis applied to the digestive system.
• Recognize the anatomical structures, explain physiological functions, and recognize and explain the principle of homeostasis applied to the reproductive system.
• Identify and summarize the steps of the scientific method and recognize their role in the context of a laboratory experiment.
• Communicate scientific ideas through oral or written assignments.
• Demonstrate proper laboratory technique including safety in the use and care of laboratory equipment and materials.

Assessment