4 hours. 2.5 hours lecture and 3 hours lab per week.
Anatomy and Physiology II
Analytical Thinking
Course Description
A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I.
Athena Title
Anatomy and Physiology II
Prerequisite
CBIO 2200-2200L
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will be able to identify key structures in the following systems: autonomic nervous system, endocrine system, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.
Students will be able to analyze the mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis.
Students will be able to evaluate clinical problems regarding human anatomy & physiology and discuss solutions with colleagues.
Students will be able to recognize the interdependence of the organ systems.
Students will be able to formulate descriptions and discuss concepts that utilize correct anatomical terms with colleagues.
Students will be able to illustrate the importance of major physiological processes in the systems covered.
Students will be able to critically analyze and interpret physiological data.
Students will be able to explain the unique relationship between structure and function of cells and tissues of each organ system covered.
Topical Outline
Intro to Autonomic Nervous System
Anatomy of the Autonomic Nervous System
Anatomy of the PSNS and Physiology of the ANS
Introduction to Endocrinology
Endocrine System: Mechanisms of Action
Anatomy and Hormones of the Pituitary
Anatomy and Hormones of the Anterior Pituitary; ACTH, GH
Thyroid Hormones
Other Endocrine Organs: Parathyroid, Adrenals, Kidney, Heart & Gastrointestinal
Blood: Functions and Composition
Plasma, Erythrocytes, and Leukocytes
Blood Platelets and Hemostasis
Anatomy of the Heart
Action Potential in Cardiac Cells; Cardiac Conduction System
The Cardiac Cycle
Hemodynamics: Stroke Volume and Heart Rate
Anatomy of Blood Vessels
Blood Vessel Physiology
Cardiovascular Physiology: Blood Pressure and CVS Response to Exercise
Diseases of the Circulatory System
Anatomy of the Respiratory System: Lower Respiratory Tract
Respiratory Physiology: Ventilation; Exchange and Transportation of Gasses; Control
of Respiration
Anatomy of the Urinary System: Kidneys
Ureter and Bladder Anatomy
Renal Physiology; Basic Processes
Renal Physiology; Regulation of Electrolytes and Water; Acid-Base Balance
Gastrointestinal Anatomy: Mouth to Stomach
Gastrointestinal Anatomy: Intestines
Anatomy of the Liver and Gall Bladder
Physiology of the Pancreas
Digestion, Absorption and Metabolism of Carbohydrates, Proteins and
Lipids; Vitamins and Minerals
Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes
Analytical Thinking
The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.
