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College of Micronesia PO Box 159 Pohnpei, FM 96941 Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology I Department & Number: SC 122a Course Description: First semester of a two-semester sequence course dealing with the structure and function of the human body and mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis covering anatomical terminology, basic biochemistry, the study of cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Course Prepared by: Dr. Mihai Dema Hours per week Semester Credits Lecture 3 x Laboratory 3 x Workshop _________ x State: Pohnpei, National Campus No. of weeks Total Hours 16 = 48 16 = 48 _______ x _______ = = = 3 1 ________ Purpose of Course: Degree Requirement _____X_____ Degree Elective _____X____ Certificate ___________ Other __________ This course also meets PLO #(s) 3.1 and 3.2 of the GE program. Prerequisite Courses: SC 120 with a grade of “C” or better. ________________________________________ Signature, Chairperson, Curriculum & Assessment Committee __________________ Date Approved ________________________________________ Signature, VPIA, COM-FSM __________________ Date Approved SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12 A. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs): The student will be able to: 1. Describe the structure, function, and basic pathologies of the human body. 2. Demonstrate a solid foundation in basic biological sciences. 3. Describe health career and allied professions and gain experience working effectively in groups with health professionals to address human life sciences and health problems. 4. Discuss, analyze, and interpret fundamental and current issues relevant to human life sciences and health problems, and communicate information in a critical, scientific, and technologically advanced manner B. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs) – GENERAL: The student will be able to: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the atomic, molecular, cellular, and tissue levels of organization of the human body. 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the organ and organ system levels of organization of the human body, including specific knowledge demonstrated regarding the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems, and sense organs. SLO 1 2 PLO 1 ID IDM PLO 2 ID ID PLO 3 I I PLO 4 I I I = Introduced D = Demonstrated M = Mastered C. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOs) -SPECIFIC: The student will be able to: General SLO 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the atomic, molecular, cellular, and tissue levels of organization of the human body. Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Strategies 1.1 Define the terms anatomy and physiology, list and Quiz and/or examination. discuss in order of increasing complexity the levels of Laboratory exercise organization of the body, define homeostasis, explain how positive and negative feedback are involved in maintaining homeostasis, and describe the relationship between homeostatic imbalance and disease. 1.2 Define anatomical position, name the 9 abdominopelvic Quiz and/or examination regions, label the 4 abdominopelvic quadrats, list the organs Laboratory exercise contained in each quadrat, list the major body cavities and (demonstrate) the serous membranes contained within, and apply anatomical terms to describe body regions, directions, and SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12 body planes (sections). 1.3 Define element, atom, chemical bonds, subatomic particles, ions, atomic number, atomic mass, isotope, and radioisotope, differentiate compounds and mixtures, compare solutions, colloids, and suspension, describe the main types of chemical reactions, describe enzymatic activity and enzyme affects on reaction rates. 1.4 Define the terms salt, acid, and base, explain the concept of pH and affects of pH on the human body (alkalosis and acidosis), describe the structure and function of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and nucleic acids, and explain metabolism and the importance of organic and inorganic compounds in maintaining homeostasis. 1.5 Describe the composition and function of the plasma membrane, differentiate active and passive transport, define osmosis, differentiate hypotonic, hypertonic, and isotonic solutions, describe the structure and function of cellular organelles, the cytoskeleton, and cellular appendages (cilia/flagella), compare structure and function of intercellular junctions, and describe and identify the phases of mitosis and meiosis. 1.6 Identify, classify, and explain the structure and function of all epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscle tissues, classify glands, and explain the process of inflammation and tissue healing. Quiz and/or examination Quiz and/or examination Quiz and/or examination Laboratory exploration of cellular transport and tonicity. Identify cell phases in laboratory exercise using microscope. Quiz and/or examination Identify in laboratory using microscope. General SLO 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the organ and organ system levels of organization of the human body, including specific knowledge demonstrated regarding the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Strategies 2.1 Describe the structure and function of the epidermis, Quiz and/or examination dermis, and hypodermis, list epidermal layers, describe the Demonstrate ability to process of keratinization, explain the mechanism of indentify components in thermoregulation, vitamin D, and melanin synthesis, describe laboratory. the structure and function of the skin appendages (hair, sebaceous and sweat glands, erector pili muscles, skin receptors, and nails), differentiate 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree burns, apply the “rule of 9s” to estimate burn severity, describe steps required in burn care, explain burn treatment, define cancer, and explain what produces cancer, describe common causes of skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma). 2.2 Describe bone function, list parts of a long bone and Quiz and/or examination describe their importance, describe macroscopic and microscopic structure of a bone, differentiate spongy and Demonstrate ability to SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12 compact bone, describe processes of ossification and bone homeostasis, list the 3 major bone cells, explain how different hormones, minerals, and physical stress influence the process of bone remodeling, describe types of fractures and steps required for fracture repair, name, describe, and identify the bones (and their major processes and openings) of the axial and appendicular skeleton, classify joints structurally and functionally, describe fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial joint structure, describe the anatomy and range of motion of the elbow, knee, hip, and shoulder joints, and list the most common joint injuries and symptoms, and discuss problems associated with each. 2.3 Identify and describe microscopic structure of skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle, describe the anatomy and physiology of the motor unit, explain the sliding filament mechanism, staircase effect, tetanization, muscle tonus, and muscle spasm, explain the basis of muscle contraction biochemistry and how ATP is regenerated during contraction, define oxygen demand and muscle fatigue, differentiate isotonic and isometric contraction, describe prime movers, antagonists, synergists, and fixators, list criteria used in naming muscles, and name skeletal muscles, their orgin, insertion, and action. 2.4 List basic functions of the nervous system, explain anatomical and functional classification of the nervous system, describe the structure of the neuron and synapse, classify neurons structurally and functionally, define resting and acting membrane potentials, explain how potentials are generated and transmitted, define absolute and relative refractory periods, salutatory conduction, and the way electrical and chemical information is transmitted across synapses, differentiate excitatory and inhibitory postsynaptic potentials, define and classify neurotransmitters, name major lobes of the brain, locate brain ventricles, list major fissures and functional areas of the brain, differentiate commissures, association fibers, and projection fibers, describe structure and function of basal ganglia, diencephalon, brain stem, cerebellum, limbic system, and reticular formation, list 3 layers of meninges and the clinical importance of meningeal spaces, explain formation of cerebrospinal fluid, list the most common signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease, describe macroscopic and microscopic anatomy of the spinal cord, list the major ascending and descending tracts and the type of information they carry, differentiate flaccid paralysis, spastic paralysis, and SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I identify in laboratory. Quiz and/or examination Demonstrate ability to identify in laboratory. Quiz and/or examination Demonstrate ability to identify in laboratory. RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12 anesthesia, explain the effect of aging on the brain, and list and describe several techniques used to diagnose brain disorders. 2.5 Define the peripheral nervous system and list its components, classify sensory receptors, define nerves, distinguish between sensory, motor, and mixed nerves, name 12 pairs of cranial nerves, explain their function, and describe how each can be tested, describe the anatomy of the spinal nerve, define the reflex arch and plexus, explain the anatomy and physiology of the autonomic nervous system, differentiate sympathetic and parasympathetic stimulation on different organs, and list 3 levels of sensory integration and describe levels of the motor control integration, and describe symptoms of cerebellar and basal nuclear disease. 2.6 Explain the significance of REM and slow-wave sleep, describe the mechanism and structures involved in memory, describe the consciousness and coma, describe the location, structures, and pathways involved in the senses of taste, smell, vision, hearing, and balance, describe and identify the anatomy of the eye and its accessory structures, explain the physiology of vision and refractive errors such as astigmatism, hyperopia, and myopia, explain causes of cataracts, glaucoma, and color blindness, describe structure and function of the outer, middle, and inner ear, explain how sound waves are changed into nerve impulses, explain how balance is maintained and what structures are involved in the static and dynamic equilibrium, and list some causes of “pink eye”, otitis media, deafness, Meniere’s syndrome, and motion sickness. Quiz and/or examination Demonstrate ability to identify in laboratory. Quiz and/or examination Demonstrate ability to identify in laboratory. D. COURSE CONTENT 1. Introduction to organization 2. Introduction to human anatomy and physiology 3. Chemical basis of life 4. Cells 5. Cellular metabolism 6. Tissues 7. Support and movement 8. Skin and the integumentary system 9. Skeletal system 10. Muscular system 11. Integration and coordination 12. Nervous system 13. Somatic and special senses 14. Endocrine system SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12 E. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION Lectures, audio-visuals (including videos/DVDs), laboratory exercises, and observations. F. REQURIED TEXT(S) AND COURSE MATERIALS Marieb, E. and Hoehn, Katjz. Human Anatomy and Physiology (2011) 8th ed. published by Pearson Education (or most recent edition). G. REFERENCE MATERIALS Frank H. Netter, MD Atlas of Human Anatomy, Professional Edition, (2010), 5th edition. Published by W.B. Saunders ( or most recent edition). Mosby, Mosby’s Medical Dictionary (2008), 8th edition, published by Mosby Publishing ( or most recent edition). Arthur C Guyton, Textbook of Medical Physiology (2005), 11th edition, published by W.B. Saunders (or most recent edition). H. INSTRUCTIONAL COSTS None I. EVALUATION None J. CREDIT BY EXAMINATION None SC122a ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I RECOMMENDED BY CAC: 1/18/12 APPROVED BY VPIA: 1/30/12