MCCCD Program Description

Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Course: BIO201XT

First Term: 2024 Fall

Lecture 4.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply proper anatomical terminology in locating and describing body structures and functions in the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. (I-VIII) 2. Describe the hierarchy of body organization and the general functions of all organ systems. (I) 3. Describe homeostasis and its application using detailed examples in the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. (I, III-VII) 4. Identify the structure and function of the major tissue types. (II, III, IV, VI, VII, VIII) 5. Describe the structure and function of the major tissue types. (II, III, IV, VI, VII, VIII) 6. Identify the histology and detailed gross anatomy of the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. (III-VIII) 7. Describe the histology, detailed gross anatomy, physiology, regulation, homeostatic imbalances, and basic repair mechanisms of the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. (III-VIII) 8. Describe the relationships between the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. (IV-VIII) 9. Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory safety and procedures. (VIII) 10. Perform laboratory activities using appropriate laboratory equipment, specimens, materials, supplies, software, and/or simulations relevant to the course. (VIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Foundational concepts of the human body A. Anatomical directional and regional terms B. Position of organs in body cavities C. Planes, surfaces, and sections D. Organizational hierarchy from the chemical to organismal level E. Properties of living organisms F. Homeostasis, energy, and metabolism II. Histology A. Identifying various examples of major tissue specimens B. Location and function of major tissue types C. Location and function of membranes III. Integumentary system A. Structure and function of skin 1. Cells 2. Regions 3. Tissues 4. Glands 5. Derivatives B. Homeostatic regulation C. Homeostatic imbalances 1. Injuries 2. Wound healing 3. Pathologies and aging IV. Skeletal system A. Anatomy and histology 1. Identification of selected bones and detailed anatomical landmarks 2. Macroscopic structure of bone tissue 3. Microscopic structure of bone tissue B. Development and growth 1. Embryonic bone formation 2. Growth 3. Remodeling C. Physiology of bone tissue D. Homeostatic regulation E. Homeostatic imbalances 1. Injuries and repair 2. Pathologies and aging V. Articulations A. Classification of joints 1. Locations 2. Structure 3. Function B. Synovial joints 1. Structure 2. Function 3. Leverage in body movements C. Homeostatic imbalances 1. Injuries and repair 2. Pathologies and aging VI. Muscular system A. Anatomy 1. Identification of selected skeletal muscles 2. Attachments 3. Actions B. Histology 1. Sarcomeres 2. Organization of muscle fibers 3. Comparison of muscle types C. Physiology 1. Neuromuscular junction a. Synaptic structure b. Function 2. Sliding filament model a. Structures b. Functions c. Events d. Regulation 3. Physiology of contraction a. Twitch b. Summation c. Tetanus d. Metabolism D. Homeostatic regulation E. Homeostatic imbalances 1. Injuries and repair 2. Pathologies and aging F. Exercise 1. Whole muscle contraction 2. Structural changes 3. Physiological changes VII. Nervous System A. Organization 1. Central Nervous System (CNS) 2. Peripheral Nervous System B. Protection of the Central Nervous System (CNS) 1. Blood supply 2. Blood-brain barrier and meninges 3. Cerebrospinal fluid production and circulation C. Histology and function of cells 1. Neurons 2. Glial cells D. Electrophysiology of the neuron 1. Resting potential 2. Graded potential 3. Action potential E. Synaptic transmission 1. Mechanisms 2. Functions of selected neurotransmitters 3. Regulation of synaptic communication F. Neuronal plasticity G. Detailed identification and functions of selected brain and spinal cord structures H. Structure and function of ascending and descending tracts I. Spinal reflexes J. Location and function of cranial nerves K. Structure and function of autonomic nervous system 1. Sympathetic 2. Parasympathetic 3. Autonomic reflexes L. Structure and function of special sense organs M. Homeostatic imbalances 1. Injuries and repair 2. Pathologies and aging VIII. Laboratory activities A. Safety and procedures B. Proper use of equipment and supplies C. Use of available laboratory equipment and available anatomical materials such as models, preserved specimens, images, or other interactive materials

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 27, 2024

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