Advanced Anatomy and Physiology

Human Anatomy and Physiology in-depth


What you'll learn
1. Describe cellular functions and the role of the plasma membrane
2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems
3. Describe the physiology of contraction in the three muscle types
4. Describe the physiology of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems
5. Describe the physiology of the respiratory system including gas transport
6. Describe the maintenance and regulation of the composition of fluid compartments
7. Describe the processes of nutrient digestion, absorption and utilization
8. Describe hormonal control of systemic function
9. Demonstrate competencies in proper use and analyses of physiologic instrumentation

Requirements
Recommended to take introductory Anatomy and Physiology sequence before taking this course.

Description
Provides a study of human physiology for students entering health-oriented fields. Emphasizes the study of the function of cells, the nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive and endocrine systems, and their homeostatic mechanisms and system interaction. This course takes the original anatomy and physiology sequence and expands upon it by taking an in-depth look at the human body and the systems that comprise it. People who are taking this course will find expanded information on clinical situations as well, outlining many pathological conditions and how the world of disease alters the normal function of our bodies. After finishing this course, students should be able to feel more comfortable with the human body and have gained knowledge that will be invaluable to them in their professional careers or personal lives alike. The following topics will be covered in-depth in the lecture sequence accompanying the course platform.
Lecture Content:
Cell membrane transport
Muscle physiology: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac
Cardiac physiology including cardiac conduction and EKG
Circulation physics of pressure, flow, and resistance
Renal physiology with discussion of acid/base balance, fluid, and blood pressure regulation
Respiratory physiology: ventilation and respiration
Discussion of clinical conditions
Regulatory mechanisms of the nervous and endocrine system
Digestive physiology
Who this course is for:
Individuals looking to expand their knowledge of the human body.

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