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San Ramon Valley Unified School District Course Description and OutlineHonors Anatomy and Physiology Grades 11-12
Textbook: Human Anatomy & Physiology- Marieb and Hoehn
Course Description:
(11-12) Honors Anatomy & Physiology consists of a faster pace and more in-depth study of the
topics covered in regular Anatomy & Physiology. Each major organ system (biochemistry and
histology) will be studied in depth through a variety of activities, with a heavy emphasis on gross
anatomy dissection and laboratory experiments. This course is recommended for students interested
in a science or health-related field such as medicine, nursing, physical therapy, exercise physiology,
kinesiology, sports medicine, and veterinary science.
Prerequisites:
Completion of Biology and Chemistry with a B. (C or better for Honors Chemistry).
College Requirement Satisfied:
CSU/UC: “d”
California Standards Covered in this Course:
Honors Anatomy and Physiology does not have official state or federal standards, but does follow
the California State Science Standards for Investigation and Experimentation as well as applicable
California State Science Standards for Biology/Life Science (a full description of the Standards can
be accessed at:http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/sciencestnd.pdf).
Emphasis in this course is on the skills identified in the course outline below.
Course Outline (Skills Taught):
Investigation and Experimentation
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Develop meaningful questions and conduct careful investigations.
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Select and use appropriate tools and technology to perform tests, collect data, analyze
relationships, and display data.
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Microscopy, Graphing through computer based spreadsheets
Scientific Process
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Formulate hypotheses, differentiate between types of variables, distinguish between
hypothesis and theory
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Scientific knowledge is distinct from other disciplines. It is based on repeatability,
testability, and observable evidence from the physical and natural world. Science
constantly evolves as new information emerges.
Chemistry of Life *Review only (already completed in Biology and Chemistry courses)
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Review of basic chemistry for understanding biology (chemical bonds, water and pH)
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Review of organic molecules (marcomolecules and enzymes)
Cell Anatomy and Physiology *Review only (already completed in Biology and Chemistry
courses)
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Identifying key cellular structures, including all organelles, and their functions
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Comparing the different means of cell transport
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
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Differentiating between the disciplines of anatomy and physiology and analyzing their
relationships
Describe the levels of organization in the human body
Identifying the basic characteristics and necessities for life
Understand that actions of all human body systems work together to promote
homeostasis and combat disease
Analyze feedback models their and relationship to health and disease
Applying regional and directional terms to the body of the quadruped and biped and
differentiating terms between the two types of organisms
Understanding the basic human body plan including planes, cavities, membranes, and
abdominopelvic quadrants and regions.
Histology
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Differentiating between types of epithelial, connective, muscle and nervous tissue;
understanding the functions and locations of each; and analyzing the relationship between
their structural and functional characteristics. Emphasis in on epithelial and connective
tissues as they will be seen in every body system, muscle and nervous tissue will review
more attention in their appropriate units.
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Analyzing membranes
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Describe steps in tissue repair
Integumentary System
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Identify layers and structures of the skin as well as accessory organs
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Describe functions of skin, individual skin cells, and accessory organs and their roles in
cooperation with other body systems
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system including the effects
of burns and skin cancer
Skeletal System
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Identify microscopic and macroscopic anatomy of bone and basic bone structures and
functions of the skeletal system
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Identify microscopic anatomy of different cartilage types and identify their locations in
the skeleton
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Outline the processes of bone and cartilage development, growth and repair, and the
physiological functions of bone and cartilage cells
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Understanding the organization of the skeleton, general, axial and appendicular
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Identify the 206 official bones of the axial and appendicular skeletons as well as select
bone markings on them
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Identify the different structural and functional classes of articulations between bones
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Identify the structural components of a synovial joint
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Examine key synovial joints of the body
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Muscular System
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Identify microscopic and macroscopic anatomy of muscles and muscle tissue
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Describe physiology of muscle contraction and physiological pathways muscle cells
use to make ATP and the differences between different fiber types
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Identify select muscles of the human body (approximately 90) as well as their functions
and origin and insertion of select muscles
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Identify homologous muscles on a quadruped dissection specimen
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Contrast differences between muscles of quadruped dissection specimen and biped
model
Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Nervous System
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Differentiate between divisions of the nervous system
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Identify important structural components of neurons
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Differentiate between glial cells of the central and peripheral nervous system
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Describe physiology of nerve impulse and differentiate between graded and action
potentials
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Identify select structural and function regions of the brain and spinal cord and identify
them on a human model
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Identify function of cranial nerves
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Understand basics of peripheral nerves and reflexes (Optional: Identify peripheral
nerves in a human model and/or a quadruped dissection specimen)
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Identify sensory functions and basic information regarding special sense structures
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Analyze the effects of neurotransmitters and drugs on the nervous system
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Endocrine System
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Identify major endocrine glands and their secretions
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Discuss functions of select hormones and cell signaling
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Circulatory System
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Explain the physiological events involved in heart contractions and identify the cells
and fibers involved
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Locate major structures of the heart, on a human model and a quadruped dissection
specimen
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Follow the flow of blood through the heart and major vessels bringing blood to and
from the heart
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Locate major blood vessels of the blood, on a human model and a quadruped dissection
specimen, and contrast the differences between the two
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Differentiate between different blood vessels, structurally and functionally
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Identify characteristics of blood
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Understand functions of different blood cells and plasma proteins
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Understand the relationship between blood types (ABO-Rh)
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Lymphatic and Immune Systems
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Understand the functions of the lymphatic system and lymph nodes
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Describe the network of the lymphatic system and where major lymphatic ducts are
located
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Analyze the difference between specific and nonspecific defenses of the body
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Describe the 3 lines of defense of the human immune system and the functions of all
cells and proteins involved
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Understand the processes of acquired immunity
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Respiratory System
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Follow the flow of air in and out of the organs of the respiratory system
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Identify organs of the respiratory system in a human model and a quadruped dissection
specimen and analyze the differences between the two
Identify functions of each organ involved in the process of breathing
Differentiate between breathing, external respiration, internal respiration and cellular
respiration
Identify functional volumes of the lungs and alveoli and understand the mechanics of
breathing
Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Digestive System
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Identify major nutrients needed to support life and the importance of each
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Follow the flow of food through the organs of the digestive system
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Identify organs of the digestive system (tract and accessory) in a human model and a
quadruped dissection specimen
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Identify functions of each organ involved in the process of digestion and differentiate
between mechanical digestion, chemical digestion and nutrient absorption
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Excretory/Urinary System
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Describe macro and microscopic anatomy of the kidney
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Describe microscopic anatomy and the physiological functions of each region of the
nephron
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Identify organs of the excretory system in a human model and a quadruped dissection
specimen
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
Reproduction System
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Identify organs of male and female reproduction on human models and the selected sex
on a quadruped dissection specimen
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Describe the physiological events of male reproduction
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Describe the physiological events of female reproduction, including hormonal signals
involved with fertilization and fetal development
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Explain the likely effects of homeostatic imbalances in this system
ELA/History/Other Science Tie-In
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Analyze situations and solve problems that require combining and applying concepts
from more than one area of science.
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Reading for technical content, central ideas, biases, following multi-step procedures,
and decoding words and symbols.
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Support or refute hypotheses based on data and evidence
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Writing structured technical reports
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Using accepted conventions of grammar
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Use technology to gather relevant information from multiple sources and use proper
citation techniques to avoid plagiarism