2025-2026 Catalog

BIO-154 Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology

Designed to address the principles of anatomy and physiology necessary for careers in health fields, such as practical nursing and massage therapy. The overall focus is to explore the structure of the human body, including microscopic anatomy, and the principles involved in the functioning and integration of the various body systems. This course covers cells, tissues, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, and basic homeostatic mechanisms. Lectures will cover topics from the course textbook as well as case studies and excerpts of other texts and articles that will be provided to the student.

Credits

4

Corequisite

Take BIO-154L

Course Types

SC