Springfield Technical Community College

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Course Number:	BIOL 148	Department:	Biological Sciences	
Course Title:	Basics of Anatomy & Phys.	Semester:	Spring	Year:	1997	

Objectives/Competencies

Course Objective	Competencies	
1.	To understand the organization and plan of the body.

2.	To understand basic chemistry.

3.	To understand the structure and functioning of the cell.

4.	To understand the structure and function of tissues and membranes.

5.	To understand the integumentary system.

6.	To understand the structure and function of the skeletal system.

7.	To understand the structure and function of the muscular system.

8.	To understand the structure and function of the nervous system.

9.	To understand the structure and function of the sensory system.

10.	To understand the structure and function of blood.

11.	To understand the structure and function of the heart.

12.	To understand the structure and function of the vascular system.

13.	To understand the structure and function of the lymphatic system and the immune system.

14.	To understand the structure and function of the respiratory system.

15.	To understand the structure and function of the digestive system.

16.	To understand the structure and function of the urinary system.

17.	To understand the structure and function of the endocrine system.

18.	To understand the structure and function of the reproductive system.

19.	To understand microbiology and human disease.

	1.	To introduce the study of anatomy.
2.	To introduce the study of physiology.
3.	To introduce the study of pathophysiology.
4.	To describe the levels of organization.
5.	To analyze the body’s chemical makeup.
6.	To analyze the tissue structure of an organ.
7.	To explain homeostasis.
8.	To define terms dealing with anatomical position.
9.	To identify the body cavities.
10.	To identify body cavity membranes.

1.	To analyze the elements of matter.
2.	To analyze the elements that comprise the body.
3.	To describe the structure of the atom.
4.	To explain chemical bonding.
5.	To explain how compounds are formed.
6.	To explain synthesis and decomposition reactions.
7.	To analyze water.
8.	To identify inorganic compounds.
9.	To identify organic compounds.
10.	To analyze organic compounds.

1.	To analyze the cell membrane.
2.	To analyze the nucleus.
3.	To identify cellular structures.
4.	To survey organelles.
5.	To analyze DNA.
6.	To analyze transport mechanisms.
7.	To define solution terminology.
8.	To analyze hypertonic and hypotonic solutions.
9.	To analyze diffusion.
10.	To analyze osmosis.

1.	To classify tissues.
2.	To define the functions of epithelial tissue.
3.	To analyze the structure of epithelial tissue.
4.	To define the functions of connective tissue.
5.	To analyze the structure of connective tissue.
6.	To define the functions of muscle tissue.
7.	To analyze the structure of muscle tissue.
8.	To define the functions of nervous tissue.
9.	To identify glands and glandular secretions.
10.	To classify membranes and their secretion.

1.	To classify skin layers.
2.	To analyze the tissue makeup of skin.
3.	To analyze the functions of skin.
4.	To analyze control of body temperature by skin.
5.	To analyze the effects of pigmentation.
6.	To identify sensory receptors.
7.	To label all structures of the skin.
8.	To describe hair and its function.
9.	To analyze glandular secretions.
10.	To identify skin diseases.

1.	To analyze the microscopic structure of bone.
2.	To analyze the functions of the skeleton.
3.	To classify bone tissues.
4.	To identify the major bones of the body.
5.	To analyze bone growth and repair.
6.	To classify bones.
7.	To classify articulations.
8.	To classify joints.
9.	To analyze the effects of osteoporosis.
10.	To identify bone diseases.

1.	To analyze the functions of muscles.
2.	To identify the major muscles of the body.
3.	To analyze how muscles function.
4.	To analyze microscopic anatomy of skeletal muscle.
5.	To analyze the neuromuscular juncture.
6.	To analyze the sliding filament theory.
7.	To analyze energy consumption of muscle cells.
8.	To analyze aerobic and anaerobic activity.
9.	To define muscle terminology.
10.	To identify diseases of the muscular system.

1.	To analyze the functions of nerves.
2.	To define the divisions of the nervous system.
3.	To classify nerve tissues and cell types.
4.	To classify types of neurons.
5.	To analyze the nerve impulse.
6.	To analyze reflexes.
7.	To identify the major areas of the spinal cord.
8.	To identify the major areas of the brain.
9.	To identify the major nerves of the body.
10.	To identify diseases of the nervous system.

1.	To classify the major senses.
2.	To define all terminology dealing with sensation.
3.	To analyze sensory pathways.
4.	To analyze taste and smell.
5.	To identify receptors for taste and smell.
6.	To label the major structures of the eye.
7.	To analyze the physiology of the eye.
8.	To label the major structure of the ear.
9.	To analyze the physiology of the ear.
10.	To identify the diseases of the sensory system.

1.	To analyze the function of blood.
2.	To analyze the characteristics of blood.
3.	To identify the types of blood cells.
4.	To analyze blood cell production.
5.	To define all terminology associated with blood.
6.	To analyze the life cycles of blood cells.
7.	To analyze the process of blood clotting.
8.	To analyze blood typing.
9.	To analyze significance of the Rh factor.
10.	To identify the diseases of blood.

1.	To analyze the functions of the heart.
2.	To identify the major structures of the heart.
3.	To identify the major blood vessels of the heart.
4.	To follow blood flow through the heart.
5.	To analyze heart sounds.
6.	To analyze EKG.
7.	To analyze the cardiac conduction pathway.
8.	To analyze heart rate and its regulation.
9.	To analyze cardiac output.
10.	To identify the diseases of the heart.

1.	To analyze the functions of the heart.
2.	To classify the major blood vessels.
3.	To analyze the structure of arteries, veins, and capillaries.
4.	To analyze the hepatic portal system.
5.	To identify the major circulatory pathways.
6.	To analyze blood pressure.
7.	To analyze hypertension.
8.	To analyze the regulation of blood pressure.
9.	To analyze circulatory shock.
10.	To identify the disease of the vascular system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the lymphatic system.
2.	To classify the major structures of the lymphatic system.
3.	To analyze lymph nodes and nodules.
4.	To analyze the role of the spleen and thymus.
5.	To classify the major cells of the immune system.
6.	To define all terminology dealing with immunity.
7.	To analyze cell mediated and humoral immunity.
8.	To analyze the antibody response.
9.	To classify the types of immunity.
10.	To identify the diseases of the lymphatic system and the immune system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the respiratory system.
2.	To identify the major structures of the respiratory system.
3.	To analyze the role of the nasal cavity.
4.	To analyze the lungs and pleural membranes.
5.	To analyze the transport of gases in the blood.
6.	To analyze the exchange of respiratory gases.
7.	To analyze pulmonary volumes.
8.	To analyze the breathing mechanism.
9.	To analyze the regulation of respiration.
10.	To identify the disease of the respiratory system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the digestive system.
2.	To identify the major structures of the digestive system.
3.	To analyze the oral cavity.
4.	To analyze mechanical digestion.
5.	To analyze the enzymes involved in chemical digestion.
6.	To analyze hormonal control of digestion.
7.	To analyze absorption of nutrients.
8.	To analyze structure and function of the liver.
9.	To analyze structure and function of the pancreas.
10.	To identify the diseases of the digestive system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the urinary system.
2.	To identify the major structures of the urinary system.
3.	To analyze the structure and function of the kidney.
4.	To analyze the nephron unit.
5.	To analyze the relationship of blood and urine formation.
6.	To follow the pathway of urine elimination.
7.	To analyze urine formation.
8.	To analyze the characteristics of normal urine.
9.	To analyze the abnormal constituents of urine.
10.	To identify the diseases of the urinary system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the endocrine system.
2.	To identify the major structures of the endocrine system.
3.	To analyze the chemical nature of hormones.
4.	To analyze the control of hormonal secretions.
5.	To identify all the major hormones.
6.	To identify all terminology of the endocrine system.
7.	To analyze the pituitary gland.
8.	To analyze the mechanism of hormonal action.
9.	To analyze protaglandins.
10.	To identify the diseases of the endocrine system.

1.	To analyze the functions of the reproductive system.
2.	To analyze the production of gametes.
3.	To identify the major structures of the male reproductive system.
4.	To analyze male reproductive physiology.
5.	To identify the major structures of the female reproductive system.
6.	To analyze female reproductive physiology.
7.	To analyze the menstrual cycle.
8.	To analyze fertilization.
9.	To analyze fetal development.
10.	To identify the major diseases of the reproductive system.

1.	To classify microorganisms.
2.	To identify normal flora.
3.	To analyze infectious diseases.
4.	To classify types of infection.
5.	To analyze the study of epidemiology.
6.	To analyze the control of microorganisms.
7.	To analyze the role of bacteria and viruses in the disease process.
8.	To analyze the role of protozoans and fungi in the disease process.
9.	To analyze the role of arthropod vectors in the disease process.
10.	To identify the major disease caused by microorganisms.