BI 231Z Human Anatomy and Physiology 1

Examines the structure and function of the human body through a body systems approach. Explores anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems at the relevant levels of biological organization (chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, and organ system). Covers neurophysiology and excitable membranes. Includes foundational aspects such as anatomical terminology and homeostasis. Lab included. This course is part of the Oregon Common Course Numbering System. This course includes a Math prerequisite.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BI 112 or BI 221Z with C- or higher and MTH 052, or MTH 065 or higher, or a score of 21 or higher in the ALEKS placement test

General Education Requirements

Sci/Math/CS-Lab

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Explain key homeostatic mechanisms and feedback loops in the integumentary and skeletal systems

2. Describe anatomical structures and their relationships to function in the integumentary, skeletal, muscular systems, and neural tissue

3. Explain key processes of the integumentary, skeletal, and muscular systems and neural signaling

4. Relate the relevant levels of biological organization to the functions of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular systems, and neural tissue

5. Describe how the integumentary, skeletal, muscular systems, and neural tissue interact with other body systems

6. Apply physiological and/or anatomical concepts of the integumentary, skeletal, and muscular systems, and neural tissue to practical scenarios such as clinical, public health, and societal issues

7. Identify major structures in tissues, integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems using lab materials