The information listed below is subject to change. Please review the course syllabus within your online course at the start of class.
The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:
The module outcomes that will permit you to demonstrate course competencies are:
Outcomes | Competencies | |
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1 | Compare and contrast anatomy and physiology as ways of studying the human body. | All |
2 | Describe body planes, regions, cavities, and directional terms using medical (anatomical) language. | C |
3 | Describe chemical bonds, electrolytes, pH, and inorganic and organic molecules, as well as their importance in the body. | A |
4 | Identify elements and abbreviations on the periodic table of the elements. | A |
5 | Describe cellular structure and function, and illustrate mitosis. | B |
6 | Differentiate between the functions of the four tissue types. | B |
7 | Explain homeostasis, negative feedback, and positive feedback, and provide examples. | N |
8 | Describe the layers of the skin and the functions of structures found in each layer. | D |
9 | Identify burns based on the amount of damage produced. | E |
10 | Describe the three most common types of skin cancer, and identify which cell gives rise to each. | B, D |
11 | Demonstrate concepts of anatomy and physiology in real-world applications. | All |
12 | Recall important terminology related to chemistry, cells, tissues, and the integumentary system. | A, B, C, D, E, F, N |
Outcomes | Competencies | |
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1 | Locate and describe bones of the human skeleton. | F |
2 | Explain the functions of bone tissue. | F |
3 | Describe the structure and function of main joints of the body. | G |
4 | Locate and describe major muscles of the human body. | H |
5 | Compare the types of muscle tissue, and describe their functions. | H |
6 | Explain the structure and organization of the nervous system. | I |
7 | Describe the functions of nervous tissue. | I |
8 | Compare general and special senses, and define reflexes. | J, K |
9 | Differentiate between the structure and function of the special senses. | J |
10 | Demonstrate concepts of anatomy and physiology in real-world applications. | All |
11 | Recall important terminology from the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. | F, G, H, I, J, K |
Outcomes | Competencies | |
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1 | Differentiate between the structure and functions of blood components. | O |
2 | Explain the importance of diagnostic blood tests, with examples. | P |
3 | Describe the structure and function of the heart including the conduction system. | Q |
4 | Explain the structure and function of arteries, veins, and capillaries. | R |
5 | Identify major blood vessels of the body. | S |
6 | Describe the structure and function of the lymphatic system. | T |
7 | Explain the components and functions of the immune system. | T |
8 | Demonstrate concepts of anatomy and physiology in real-world applications. | All |
9 | Recall important terminology from the lymphatic, circulatory, and immune systems. | O, P, Q, R, S, T |
Outcomes | Competencies | |
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1 | Compare and contrast the structure and function of the nervous and endocrine systems. | L |
2 | Describe the location and function of the endocrine glands in the body. | M |
3 | Differentiate between the hormones secreted by the endocrine system and their effects. | M |
4 | Describe the anatomy and functions of the respiratory passages. | U |
5 | Explain how alterations in blood carbon dioxide levels, blood pH, and blood oxygen affect respiration. | V |
6 | Locate and define the structures of the digestive system. | W |
7 | Associate the major digestive enzymes with their function and organ of origin. | X |
8 | Demonstrate concepts of anatomy and physiology in real-world applications. | All |
9 | Recall important terminology from the endocrine, respiratory, and digestive systems. | L, M, U, V, W, X |
Outcomes | Competencies | |
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1 | Describe the structure and function of the urinary system. | Y |
2 | Identify major factors influencing fluid and electrolyte balance. | Z |
3 | Describe the structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems. | AA |
4 | Compare the hormones that influence reproduction with respect to males and females. | AB |
5 | Explain the major events of development from fertilized egg to birth. | AC |
6 | Compare the different types of birth control available. | AA, AB, AC |
7 | Demonstrate concepts of anatomy and physiology in real-world applications. | All |
8 | Recall important terminology from the urinary and reproductive systems. | Y, Z, AA, AB, AC |
The semester schedule for this course may be 15 weeks or 10 weeks in duration. Based on the course format, this table shows the approximate amount of time you should plan to spend per week on this course. This includes time to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete all assignments, and study the course material.
For accelerated courses, the amount of time required per week is greater. Note that regardless of course format, the course material is the same and all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.
Course Credit Hours | Course Format (Duration) | Pace Relative to a 15 Week Course | Course Activity Hours | Student Learning Hours Per Week |
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4 | 15 Weeks | - | 180 | 11.5 to 12.5 |
4 | 10 Weeks | 1.5x faster | 180 | 17 to 19 |
Assignment | Points | % |
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Response Letter Assignment (5 @ 50 points each) | 250 | 25% |
Check Your Knowledge Discussion (5 @ 40 points each) | 200 | 20% |
My Research Discussion (5 @ 40 points each) | 200 | 20% |
Vocabulary Quiz (5 @ 10 points each) | 50 | 5% |
Disease Video Presentation Discussion (2 @ 10 points each) | 20 | 2% |
Disease Video Presentation Progress Reports (3 @ 10 points each) | 30 | 3% |
Disease Video Presentation (1 @ 250 points each) | 250 | 25% |
TOTAL | 1000 | 100% |
A = 90 to 100% | B = 80 to 89% | C = 70 to 79% | D = 60 to 69% | F = 59% and below |
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