MAUI COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COURSE OUTLINE
1.
2.
ALPHA AND NUMBER:
ZOOL 141
COURSE TITLE:
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
CREDITS:
Four ( 4 )
DATE OF OUTLINE:
August 1, 2004
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Zool 141 covers anatomy, physiology and
biochemistry of humans including:
terminology, chemistry, cell structure,
tissues, skin, and the skeletal, muscular, and
nervous systems. The subject is continued
and completed in Zool 142
3.
CONTACT HOURS/TYPE:
Six ( 6 )/week; 3 Lecture; 3 Lab
4.
PREREQUISITES:
SCI 121 or BIOL 100 or ZOOL 101 or
BIOC 241, or high school biology with at
least a B, and placement at ENG 100, or
consent
COREQUISITES:
N/A
RECOMMENDED
PREPARATION:
High School Science
APPROVED BY
DATE
5.
GENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Introduce students to the structures and functions of the human body.
Emphasize understanding of homeostatic mechanisms, chemical and physical
principles, and the relationships of organization, growth, development,
metabolism and health in the normal individual.
6.
SPECIFIC COURSE OBJECTIVES, COMPETENCIES, AND STUDENT
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
(For assessment purposes these are linked to #7, Recommended Course Content.)
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
a.
Describe the planes, cavities, and gross anatomy of the human body
b.
Identify by name, the required anatomical structures of the body and the
various systems studied in this semester
c.
Discuss the negative and positive feedback process involved in regulating
body systems
d.
Relate chemical and biological knowledge to the function of the human
body and other living organisms
e.
Determine bond types using the periodic table and tables of electronegativity
f.
Analyze the structure and function of the cell and its interactions with the
environment and the body systems
g.
Explain the gross and cellular physiology of the body systems
h.
Recognize the four major tissue types and the unique contribution of each
of these tissues to the organization and function of the human body
i.
Identify components of the integumentary system.
j.
Describe the functions of integumentary structures
k.
Identify components of the skeletal system
l.
Explain the development, growth and repair of skeletal structures
m.
Distinguish the various classes of Articulations
n.
Identify the major skeletal muscles of the body
o.
Describe origins, insertions, and actions of specific muscle groups
p.
Characterize the mechanism of muscle contraction
q.
Explain the regulation of muscle contraction and coordinated movements
7.
r.
Distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic processes in exercise
s.
Identify the major neural tissues
t.
Characterize the events of an action potential and Transmembrane
potentials
u.
Describe the organization of the spinal cord and somatic reflexes
v.
Describe the major brain regions and their functions
w.
Identify and interpret the major cranial and spinal reflexes
x.
Calculate and interconvert values based on the factor label method
y.
Analyze and Interpret graphic materials
z.
Measure various physical and chemical aspects of animal physiology
RECOMMENDED COURSE CONTENT AND APPROXIMATE TIME
SPENT ON EACH TOPIC:
(Linked to #6, Specific Course Objectives, Competencies, and Student Learning
Outcomes.)
1 Week:
Introduction to the course. Complete topics in
Chapter 1, and begin Chapter 2
2 Weeks:
General principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry
1 Week:
The Cell
1 Week:
Tissues
1 Week:
The integumentary system
1 Week:
Skeletal Tissue
8.
1 Week:
Axial Skeleton
1Week:
Axial skeleton and Articulations
1-2 Weeks:
Muscle Tissue
1 Week:
Muscle anatomy
2 Weeks:
Nervous tissue
1 Week:
Spinal Cord
1Week:
Brain and Cranial
TEXT AND MATERIALS, REFERENCE MATERIALS, AUXILIARY
MATERIALS, AND CONTENT:
An appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is to be
offered from those currently available in the field. Examples include:
Texts: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology: Martini; 6th ed.
Benjamin. Cummings Publishing
ISBN 0-13-061568-4
Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology with Cat Dissections:
Donnelley and Wistreich; 5th ed. Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 0-673-99939-4
Materials:
Text(s) may be supplemented with:
Accompanying Instructor Ancillaries if available
Articles and/or handouts prepared by the instructor
Other:
Appropriate films, videos and internet sites
Television programs
Other instructional aids
9.
RECOMMENDED COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION:
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the
course is being offered. Suggested requirements might include, but are not
limited to:
Written examinations
In-lab exercises and questions
Homework assignments
On-line tutorials and practice quizzes
Class participation in lab
Evaluation and grading options will normally include:
Examinations
Quizzes
Homework
Attendance and/or class/lab participation
10.
70%
15-20%
7-10%
0-5%
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
Instructional methods vary considerable with instructors, and specific
instructional methods will be at the discretion of the instructor teaching the
course. Suggested techniques might include, but are not limited to:
Lecture
Problem solving
Class exercises, questions, homework assignments
Dissections, measurements, and microscopic examination of materials
Audio, visual or graphics presentations (software or internet)
Student class presentations
Group or individual projects
Field trips when possible
Other contemporary learning techniques (e.g., Service Learning, Co-op,
internships, self-paced, etc.)