Course Outline

School: Community and Health Studies

Department: Nursing

Course Title: Intro To Anatomy & Physiology

Course Code: ANAT 113

Course Hours/Credits: 84

Prerequisites: N/A

Co-requisites: PNUR 103, PNUR 104, PNUR 105

Eligible for Prior Learning, Yes

Assessment and Recognition:

Originated by: Wendy McGillis, Signy Griggs

Creation Date: Fall 2011

Revised by: Victoria Owens

Revision Date: Fall 2022

Current Semester: Fall 2023

Approved by:

Chairperson/Dean

Students are expected to review and understand all areas of the course outline.

Retain this course outline for future transfer credit applications. A fee may be charged for
additional copies.

This course outline is available in alternative formats upon request.

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Lands

Centennial is proud to be a part of a rich history of education in this province and in this city. We
acknowledge that we are on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
and pay tribute to their legacy and the legacy of all First Peoples of Canada, as we strengthen ties with
the communities we serve and build the future through learning and through our graduates. Today the
traditional meeting place of Toronto is still home to many Indigenous People from across Turtle Island and
we are grateful to have the opportunity to work in the communities that have grown in the treaty lands of
the Mississaugas. We acknowledge that we are all treaty people and accept our responsibility to honor all
our relations.

Course Description
This course explains the basic anatomy and physiology of the human body systems. This course will also
describe the impact of aging and the interrelationships of body systems. Student activities include
computer-assisted instruction, online learning modules, audiovisual aids, and student self-study.

Program Outcomes
Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the
Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in the
Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before
graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and
program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by
visiting [Link] For apprenticeship-based programs,
visit [Link]

Course Learning Outcomes

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to:
1. Describe the human body and various functions using appropriate anatomical terminology.
2. Describe the parts of a composite cell and their functions.
3. Explain the characteristics, anatomical structures and functions of a variety of tissues and organs in
the following systems:
oSkeletal
oMuscular
oIntegumentary
oNervous
oCardiovascular
oLymphatic
oRespiratory
oDigestive
oUrinary
oEndocrine
4. Describe the interrelationships between body systems.
5. Describe the effects of aging on each body system.

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Essential Employability Skills (EES)

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*:
1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the
purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective
communication.
*There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be
assessed in this course.

Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes

N/A

Methods of Instruction
In-Class lectures, online study activities, videos

Text and other Instructional/Learning Materials

Text Book(s):
Marieb, E. N., & Keller, S. M. (2022). Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology. (13th ed.). Boston:
Pearson Education, Inc.
Online Resource(s):
Mastering A&P
Material(s) required for completing this course:
Textbook, Mastering A&P Access Code

Evaluation Scheme
➮ Dynamic Learning Modules: Week 1-13 Learning Outcomes
➮ Term Test #1: Week 1-4 Learning Outcomes
➮ Term Test #2: Week 5-6 Learning Outcomes
➮ Term Test #3: Week 7-9 Learning Outcomes
➮ Digestive System & Metabolism Online Assignment: Week 10-11 Learning Outcomes.
➮ Term Test #4: Week 10-14 Learning Outcomes
Evaluation Name CLO(s) EES GCE Weight/100
Outcome(s) Outcome(s)
Dynamic Learning Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 10
Term Test #1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 20
Term Test #2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 20
Term Test #3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 20
Digestive System & Metabolism Online Assignment 1, 3 1, 2 5
Term Test #4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 1, 2 25
Total 100%
If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Chair for
advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems, serious
illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test.

All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin®. Students who do not
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wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin® must, by the end of the second week of class,
communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements.

When writing tests, students must be able to produce official Centennial College photo identification or
they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void.

Tests or assignments conducted remotely may require the use of online proctoring technology where the
student’s identification is verified and their activity is monitored and/or recorded, both audibly and visually
through remote access to the student's computer and web camera. Students must communicate in writing
to the instructor as soon as possible and prior to the test or assignment due date if they require an
alternate assessment format to explore mutually agreeable alternatives.

Student Accommodation
The Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS) ([Link]
provides programs and services which empower students in meeting their wellness goals,
accommodation and disability-related needs. Our team of professional psychotherapists, social workers,
educators, and staff offer brief, solution-focused psychotherapy, accommodation planning, health and
wellness education, group counselling, psycho-educational workshops, adaptive technology, and peer
support. Walk in for your first intake session at one of our service locations (Ashtonbee Room L1-04,
Morningside Room 190, Progress Room C1-03, The Story Arts Centre Room 285, Downsview Room 105)
or contact us at calcs@[Link], 416-289-5000 ext. 3850 to learn more about accessing
CALCS services.

Use of Dictionaries
• Dictionary use is not permitted in test or examination settings.

Program or School Policies

Practical Nursing Program Policies
Attendance Policy
Specific programs & courses have specific attendance requirements. However, it is strongly
recommended that students attend all classes.
Although general attendance in ‘theoretical’ classes is not compulsory, attendance is mandatory for
classes designated as “Laboratory Sessions”, “Clinical Applications”, “Group Presentations” and/or
“Seminars and guest speakers” in order to provide for application and practice of various knowledge and
skills in theoretical courses.
Please consult with your instructors and refer to your course outlines for precise attendance guidelines.
Portfolio CompletionIn addition to the above program completion requirements, students must
satisfactorily complete the requirements for the global citizenship and equity portfolio in order to graduate.
Evaluation Methods PolicyGrades set by the Program for individual courses supersede the College
grading system.
A “C” grade is required for promotion for all theoretical courses within the program, including the English
(COMM) and General Education (GNED) courses.
Evaluative methods used in courses in the Practical Nursing program include but is not limited to quizzes,
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tests, in-class participation, presentations, assignments, and comprehensive tests.

If a student does not submit an assignment on the due date and does not communicate with the
Professor prior to the due date a deduction of, 5% per calendar day will be given. It is the student’s
responsibility to follow-up to confirm that the assignment was received by the Professor.
In exceptional circumstances, * if a student cannot submit an assignment on the date, he/she must notify
the appropriate Professor at least 24 hours in advance or as soon as possible and request an extension
giving reasons for the delay. Professors can grants an extension at their discretion, the student will
receive full consideration for the assignment. Assignments with extensions are due at a specific date and
time as arranged with the Professor. Penalties will be applied to all assignments that are not submitted on
the agreed upon due date.
Testing PolicyAttendance is mandatory for all scheduled quizzes, tests, and in-class participation,
presentation assignments, and comprehensive tests.
When writing a quiz, test or in-class evaluative methods, students must provide a Centennial College
photo-ID card. The card must be placed and remain on the desk in full view for the Professor. Students
who do not have official photo-ID will be permitted to write the test with a substitute photo-ID, but they will
be required to produce photo-ID at the program or department office within 24 hours or the next business
day following the test, or else the test results will be void.
Please note the following• No unauthorized materials may be brought into the room where the test is
taking place.• No communication during tests with other students is permitted.• Faculty reserve the right
to assign seating prior to or at any time during the test.• All mobile communication devices must be turned
to vibrate mode or off and must be put out of site prior to the start of the test.• Once the student enters the
testing area, they are not permitted to leave the room. Once they leave the room they will not be allowed
to reenter.• All accommodation requests must be discussed with and approved by, the course Professor
prior to the start of the test.• Eating during a test is strictly prohibited. Students may bring in a beverage
only (beverage labels will be subject to inspection by Professor/Invigilator).• No headgear may be worn
during tests. This includes, but is not limited to, baseball caps, hoodies, head scarves, etc. Religious
headgear (in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code) may be permitted upon prior consultation
with the Professor/Invigilator.• Dishonest behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited
to, cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, misrepresentation, fraudulent behaviour, discussing the test
questions with other students, etc. Please refer to Academic Honesty and Plagiarism Procedures
Policy # AC101-11.
At the Professor’s discretion, students arriving late for a test, may not be admitted and, if admitted, may
not be allowed additional time. However, students arriving after other students have exited the testing
room will not be allowed to take the test. Please refer to Testing Guidelines Policy # AC102-27.
Failure on the part of the student to adhere to the following criteria will result in a grade of “zero” for that
evaluative method if the student did not:• Notify the Instructor via email in advance of the scheduled test.
Students are responsible for contacting the Professor regarding the missed performance test. The
Instructor will schedule the missed performance test any time between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm on any day
between Monday and Friday, communicate the date, and time via email to the student.
Test Review PolicyThe following are program policies for test review:• Test review will occur within two
weeks following the release of the test mark.• Review of term tests may not occur during scheduled class
time.• Electronic devices, pen and pencils are not permitted in test review sessions. Students may review

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each test only once during the semester.• Students who are absent for scheduled test review must
submit a written request via email to the professor to make arrangements to review the test. Review of
tests will not occur on a “drop-in” basis.• The procedure for reviewing term tests is at the discretion of the
[Link] TestsWhen a student is unable to be present for a test, the student must contact the
professor via email or telephone in advance, and clarify the reason. If a student needs medical
accommodation, he/she must contact Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS).
Failure on the part of the student to do the following may result in a grade of zero for that evaluative
method:• Notify the professor in advance of the scheduled test.
Arrangements for missed tests for eligible students will be communicated in writing. Students are
responsible for contacting the professor regarding the missed test. The missed test will be scheduled by
the professor and may be any time between 0700 hours and 2100 hours on any day between Monday
and Friday.
*The format for any missed test (i.e. short answer and/or multiple choice and/or case study) is up to the
discretion of the course professor. The format for the missed test will be communicated with the student
prior to the scheduled date of the missed test.
Students who miss a test are not permitted to attend class during the return of the test results.
Failure to adhere to the above criteria may result in a grade of zero for the test that was missed.
At the professor’s discretion, any student arriving late for a test may not be admitted and if admitted, will
not be allowed additional time. Students arriving after other students have exited the classroom will
not be allowed to take the test at that time. Records of absence from tests will be kept in the student
files.
Missed in-class assignments and performance tests
When a student is unable to be present for an in-class assignment or performance test, the student must
contact the professor via email or telephone in advance, and clarify the reason. If a student needs
medical accommodation, he/she must contact Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services
(CALCS).
Failure on the part of the student to do the following may result in a grade of zero for that evaluative
method:
• Notify the professor in advance of the scheduled in-class assignment or performance test.
Rescheduling of the in-class assignment or performance test is at the professor’s discretion.
AssignmentsAll required assignments must be submitted on the date and time requested, and in the
form (digital or hard copy) as instructed by the professor. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure the
required assignment is submitted digitally (dropbox/email).
If a student does not submit an assignment on the due date and does not communicate with the professor
prior to the due date, 5% per school day will be deducted. Late assignments must be submitted in digital
and hard copy form and 5% per day deduction will be added until the assignment is received digitally by
the professor. It is the student’s responsibility to follow-up to inform that the assignment was received by
the professor.
In extenuating circumstances, if a student is unable to submit an assignment by the due date, the student
must communicate with the professor in advance. Extensions may be granted at the professor’s
discretion. Any negotiated revised due dates must be in writing and signed by student and professor. If
the revised due date is not met, no further extensions will be negotiated and the assignment will

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not be accepted for submission, resulting in a grade of “zero” for that evaluative method.
Assignment Drop-off BoxAll materials must be submitted and returned to the instructors during class
time. If you need to submit/receive materials outside of class time, arrangements must be made in
advance with your professor. (An assignment drop box is available at the department outside Room
352).

Course Policies
Tests or assignments conducted remotely will require the use of online proctoring technology where the
student's identification is verified and their activity is monitored and/or recorded, both audibly and visually
through remote access to the student's computer and web camera.

Students are expected to follow the requirements of the online proctoring procedure. These procedures
will be posted on the learning management system (LMS shell). Failure to adhere to the requirements will
result in invalidation of the evaluative method.

Test Review Policy for remote evaluations will involve discussion of general findings versus viewing of the
actual evaluation.

College Policies
Students should familiarize themselves with all College Policies that cover academic matters and student
conduct.

All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from
discrimination and harassment and promotes respect and equity. Centennial policies ensure all incidents
of harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence will be addressed and responded to accordingly.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is integral to the learning process and a necessary ingredient of academic integrity.
Forms of academic dishonesty include cheating, plagiarism, and impersonation, among others. Breaches
of academic honesty may result in a failing grade on the assignment or course, suspension, or expulsion
from the college. Students are bound to the College’s AC100-11 Academic Honesty and Plagiarism
policy.

To learn more, please visit the Libraries information page about Academic Integrity
[Link] and review Centennial College's Academic
Honesty Module:
[Link]
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Use of Lecture/Course Materials

Materials used in Centennial College courses are subject to Intellectual Property and Copyright
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the original creator or copyright holder (e.g., student/professor/the College/or third-party source). This
includes class/lecture recordings, course materials, and third-party copyright-protected materials (such as
images, book chapters and articles). Copyright protections are automatic once an original work is created,
and applies whether or not a copyright statement appears on the material. Students and employees are
bound by College policies, including AC100-22 Intellectual Property, and SL100-02 Student Code of
Conduct, and any student or employee found to be using or posting course materials or recordings for
public dissemination without permission and/or inappropriately is in breach of these policies and may be
sanctioned.

For more information on these and other policies, please visit [Link]/about-
centennial/college-overview/college-policies.

Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic
policies.

PLAR Process
This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by
which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The
PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably
demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain
information on the PLAR process and the required assessment.

This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in
part, without the prior permission of Centennial College.

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Topical Outline (subject to change):

Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
1 The Human Body Marieb, Chapter 1 1. Define anatomy and physiology and Teacher-directed Week 1
•definition and explain how they are related. lecture & discussion
interrelationship of Marieb, Chapter 2, pp.
anatomy and 37-55 (Acids and 2. Identify the levels of structural organization eCentennial resources
physiology (structure Bases, Categories of that make up the human body and explain
vs. function) Molecules) their interrelationship. Textbook-related
•organization of body resources
parts 3. Name the organ systems of the body and
•organ systems describe their functions. Mastering AandP
•eight functions to
maintain life 4. List and describe eight functions that
•five survival needs humans must perform to maintain life.

Anatomical Terms 5. List and describe the five survival needs of

•anatomical position the human body.
•directional terms
•regions of the body 6. Describe the anatomical position.
•planes and sections
of the body 7. Use proper anatomical terminology to
describe directional terms, regions of the
Body Cavities body, and body planes.
•posterior (dorsal)
body cavity 8. Identify the major body cavities and
•anterior (ventral) describe their locations.
body cavity
•oral and digestive 9. Name the major organs located in each of
cavity the body cavities.
•nasal cavity
•orbital cavities 10. Identify how the abdominopelvic cavity
•middle ear cavities can be subdivided into four quadrants and/or
nine regions.
Abdominopelvic cavity
•four quadrants 11. Define homeostasis and explain its
•nine regions importance to survival.

Homeostasis 12. Describe the difference between negative

•definition and positive feedback mechanisms.
•negative feedback
•positive feedback 13. Identify and describe the components of a
•homeostasis and homeostatic mechanism, and explain how

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
body systems they interact to maintain homeostasis.
•components of
homeostatic 14. Differentiate between an acid and a base.
mechanism (receptor,
control centre, and 15. Explain the concept of pH and state the
effector) pH of blood.

Acids and Bases 16. List the four categories of molecules

•Definitions unique to cells and describe the basic
•pH structure and functions of each in the human
•pH of blood body.

Four Categories of
Molecules
•carbohydrates
•lipids
•proteins
•nucleic acids

2 Cellular Organization Marieb, Chapter 3, 1. Describe the structure of the plasma Teacher-directed Week 2
•nucleus pp.60-73 (Cellular membrane and explain how the structure lecture & discussion
•plasma membrane organelles) facilitates its functions.
•cytoplasm eCentennial resources
•mitochondria Marieb, Chapter 3, pp. 2. Describe the structure and function of tight
•ribosomes 74-80 (Crossing the junctions, desmosomes, and gap junctions. Textbook-related
•endoplasmic plasma membrane) resources
reticulum (rough and 3. Describe the structure and function of the
smooth) Marieb, Chapter 3, pp. nucleus. Mastering AandP
•Golgi apparatus 86-98 (Tissues)
•lysosomes 4. Describe the structure and function of the
•cytoskeleton Mastering AandP Study cytoplasm.
•cilia and flagella Area - A&P Flix:
• Membrane Transport 5. Describe the structure and functions of
Cell Junctions each cytoplasmic organelle.
•tight Aging Handout
•desmosome (Changes in tissues 6. Explain the difference between passive and
•gap and membranes related active transport across the plasma
to aging) membrane.
Crossing the Plasma
Membrane 7. Define and describe simple diffusion and
•simple and facilitated how it contributes to movement of specific
diffusion substances across the plasma membrane.

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
•osmosis and tonicity
•filtration 8. Define and describe facilitated diffusion
•active transport and how it contributes to movement of
•endocytosis specific substances across the plasma
•exocytosis membrane.

Impact of Aging on the 9. Define and describe the process of

Cell osmosis and how it contributes to movement
of water across the plasma membrane.
Tissues
10. Define tonicity and describe how it relates
Epithelial Tissue to osmosis.
•common
characteristics 11. Define osmotic pressure and explain how
•classification it relates to fluid movement across the plasma
•simple squamous membrane.
•stratified squamous
•simple cuboidal 12. Define and describe filtration and how it
•simple columnar contributes to movement of specific
•pseudostratified substances across the plasma membrane.
columnar
•transitional 13. Define and describe the processes of
• glandular epithelium endocytosis and exocytosis and how they
(endocrine vs. contribute to movement of substances across
exocrine gland) the plasma membrane.

Connective Tissue 14. Describe the impact of aging on the cell.

•general functions
•structure – matrix and 15. Review the definition of a tissue.
fibers
•types of connective 16. List and describe the four major tissue
tissue types and their chief subcategories.
•fibrous – loose,
dense and reticular 17. Describe the general characteristics and
•cartilage – hyaline, functions of epithelial tissues.
elastic and
fibrocartilage 18. Describe the difference between
•bone – compact and endocrine and exocrine glands.
spongy
•blood 19. Describe the structure, function and
location of each type of epithelium.
Muscular Tissue
•general 20. Describe the general characteristics and

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
characteristics and functions of connective tissue.
functions
•skeletal 21. Describe the structure, function and
•smooth location of each type of connective tissue.
•cardiac
22. Describe the general characteristics and
Nervous Tissue functions of muscle tissue.
•neurons
•neuroglia 23. Describe the structure, function and
location of each type of muscle tissue.
Impact of aging on
tissues/membranes 24. Identify and describe the two types of
cells in nervous tissue.

25. Describe the impact of aging on tissues

and membranes.
3 Skeletal System Marieb, Chapter 5, pp. 1. Identify and describe the functions of the Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 3
•functions 130-138, pp. 142-167 skeletal system. lecture & discussion Learning
(Skeletal System) Modules due
Classification of Bone 2. Explain the differences between compact eCentennial resources Sunday,
•compact Marieb, Chapter 5, pp. bone and spongy bone. September 24
•spongy 172 (Homeostatic Textbook-related @2359:
Relationship between 3. Name the four main classifications of bone resources
Classification of bone skeletal system and according to shape. Chapter 01
according to shape other body systems) Mastering AandP
•long bones 4. Identify and describe the major anatomical Chapter 03
•flat bones Marieb, Chapter 9, areas of a long bone.
•short bones pp. 312-314 Chapter 05
•irregular bones (Homeostatic regulation 5. Describe the microscopic structure of
of blood calcium) compact bone.
Anatomy of a Long
Bone Mastering AandP Study 6. Identify the names
•parts of a long bone Area - Interactive and shapes of significant bone markings.
•compact bone Physiology:
•spongy bone • IP Animation Bone 7. Describe the function of the cells involved
•microscopic anatomy (Homeostatic regulation in bone formation, growth, and remodeling.
of blood calcium)
Bone Markings 8. Describe the significance of epiphyseal
•trochanter Aging Handout plates in bone growth.
•tuberosity (Changes in the
•crest skeletal system related 9. Explain how appositional growth causes
•process to aging) the bone to become thicker and stronger.

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
•head
•foramen 10. Describe the homeostatic regulation of
•meatus blood calcium, including identifying the
•sinus receptor, control centre, and effector, and
apply this knowledge.
Bone Development
and Growth 11. Describe how calcitonin and parathyroid
•osteoblasts hormone maintain the homeostatic balance of
•osteocytes blood calcium level, and apply this
•osteoclasts knowledge.
•process of
ossification 12. Distinguish between the axial and
•epiphyseal plate appendicular skeletons.
•appositional growth
•remodeling of bones 13. Identify and describe the major bones of
the skull.
Homeostatic
regulation of blood 14. Describe the function and location of the
Calcium hyoid bone.
•receptor, control
centre, and effector 15. Describe the location, parts, and function
•Parathyroid hormone of the vertebral column.
(PTH)
•Calcitonin 16. Describe the location, parts, and function
of the thoracic cage.
Axial Skeleton
17. Describe the location and parts of the
Skull sternum.
•frontal
•parietal 18. Identify and describe the bones of the
•occipital shoulder girdle and describe its function.
•temporal
•maxilla 19. Identify and describe the bones of the
•zygomatic bones upper limb.
•mandible
20. Identify and describe the bones of the
Hyoid Bone pelvic girdle and explain its function.
•function and location
21. Describe the three major parts of a coxal
Vertebral Column bone.
•location
•function 22. Identify and describe the bones of the
•cervical vertebrae lower limb.

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
•thoracic vertebrae
•lumbar vertebrae 23. Explain how joints are classified based on
•sacrum their level of movement.
•coccyx
24. Describe the structure and function of
Thoracic Cage each type of joint.
•location
•parts 25. Give examples of each type of joint.
•function
26. Identify the six types of synovial joints and
Sternum describe the structure and function of each.
•location
•parts 27. Describe the anatomical and physiological
changes that occur in the skeletal system
Appendicular Skeleton during the aging process.

Shoulder girdle 28. Describe the homeostatic relationship

•clavicles between the skeletal system and other body
•scapulae systems.
•functions

Upper limb
•humerus and head of
the humerus
•radius
•ulna
•carpals
•metacarpals
•phalanges

Pelvic Girdle
•coxal bones – ilium,
ischium and pubis

Lower limb
•femur – head, greater
and lesser trochanters
•tibia
•fibula
•tarsals
•metatarsals
•phalanges

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Evaluation
Name and Date
Weight
Joints
•classification of joints
by level of movement:
synarthroses,
amphiarthroses, and
diarthroses
•classification of joints
by structure: fibrous,
cartilaginous, and
synovial
•six types of synovial
joints: plane, hinge,
pivot, condylar,
saddle, and ball-and-
socket

Impact of aging on the

skeletal system

Interrelationship
between the skeletal
system and other
body systems
4 Muscular System Marieb, Chapter 6 1. Describe similarities and differences in the Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 4
structure and function of the three types of lecture & discussion Learning
Types of Muscles Marieb, Chapter 6, pp. muscle tissue, and indicate where they are Module due
•smooth 215 (Homeostatic found in the body. eCentennial resources Sunday,
•cardiac relationship between October 1
•skeletal the Muscular system 2. Identify and describe the connective tissue Textbook-related @2359:
and other body coverings of a skeletal muscle. resources
Connective tissue systems) Chapter 06
coverings 3. Describe the functions of skeletal muscles. Mastering AandP
•endomysium Mastering AandP Study
•perimysium Area - Interactive 4. Describe the microscopic anatomy of a
•epimysium Physiology: skeletal muscle cell.
•tendon • IP2 The
Neuromuscular 5. Explain how nerve cells work with muscle
Functions of skeletal Junction cells to produce skeletal muscle contraction,
muscles • IP2 Excitation- and apply this knowledge.
Contraction Coupling
Microscopic anatomy • IP2 Cross Bridge 6. Describe the events of the sliding filament
of a skeletal muscle Cycling theory of muscle cell contraction and apply

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•sarcolemma this knowledge.
•sarcoplasm Mastering AandP Study
•sarcoplasmic Area - Interactive 7. Describe three pathways for ATP
reticulum Physiology: regeneration during muscle activity and apply
•T tubules • IP Animation - Muscle this knowledge.
•myofibrils metabolism
•sarcomeres 8. Describe the concepts of oxygen deficit
•myofilaments – actin Additional Handouts: and muscle fatigue.
and myosin
Myofilaments, Sliding 9. Describe the types of muscle contractions.
Skeletal muscle Filament Model,
contraction Neuromuscular 10. Describe the effects of aerobic and
•motor unit Junction resistance exercise on skeletal muscles.
•neuromuscular
junction Aging Handout 11. Identify and describe the different types of
•neurotransmitters (Changes in Muscular body movements.
•impulse transmission system related to aging)
•role of actin and 12. Define origin, insertion, prime mover,
myosin antagonist, synergist, and fixator as they
relate to muscles.
Sliding filament theory
of muscle contraction 13. List seven criteria used in naming
muscles.
Energy for muscle
contraction 14. Name, locate, and describe the functions
•direct of selected major muscles of the human body.
phosphorylation of
ADP by creatine 15. Describe the anatomical and physiological
phosphate changes that occur in the muscular system
•aerobic respiration during the aging process.
•anaerobic glycolysis
and lactic acid 16. Describe the homeostatic relationship
formation between the muscular system and other body
systems.
Oxygen deficit
•definition
•repayment of the
deficit
•muscle fatigue

Muscle Contractions
•isotonic
•isometric

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Muscle Tone
•definition

Body movements
•flexion and extension
•rotation
•abduction and
adduction
•circumduction
•dorsiflexion and
plantar flexion
•inversion and
eversion
•supination and
pronation
•opposition

Principles of muscle
contraction
•origin
•insertion
•prime mover
•antagonists
•synergists
•fixator

How muscles are

named
•direction of muscle
fibers
•relative size of the
muscle
•location of the muscle
•number of origins
•location of muscle's
origin and insertion
•shape of the muscle
•action of the muscle

Describe the location

& function of skeletal
muscles

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•sternocleidomastoid
•trapezius
•external intercostals
•internal intercostals
•rectus abdominis
•deltoid
•pectoralis major
•latissimus dorsi
•biceps brachii
•triceps brachii
•gluteus medius
•gluteus maximus
•quadriceps femoris
•hamstring group
•gastrocnemius

Impact of aging on the

muscular system

Interrelationship
between the muscular
system and other
body systems

5 Pt. 1 The Integumentary Marieb, Chapter 4, pp. 1. Describe the general functions of each Teacher-directed Term Test #1 - Week 5
System 106-120 (Skin and membrane type and give their location within lecture & discussion 20%
Body Membranes) the body. (Weeks 1-4)
Body membranes eCentennial resources
•cutaneous Marieb, Chapter 4, pp. 2. List and describe the functions of the Dynamic
•mucous 125 integumentary system. Textbook-related Learning
•serous (Homeostatic resources Module due
•synovial relationship between 3. Identify and describe the tissue types found Sunday,
•meninges the Integumentary in the skin. Mastering AandP October 8
system and other body @2359:
Functions of the systems) 4. Describe the structure and function of the
Integumentary system layers of the skin. Chapter 04
•protection Marieb, Chapter 7, pp.
•body temperature 242 (meninges) 5. Name the layers of the epidermis and
regulation describe the characteristics of each layer.
•excretion Marieb, Chapter 14, pp.
•synthesis of vitamin 496-498 (Homeostatic 6. Name the layers of the dermis and
D regulation of body describe the characteristics of each layer.

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temperature)
Tissues of 7. Identify the factors that determine skin
integumentary system Aging Handout colour and describe the function of melanin.
(Changes in the
Layers of the skin Integumentary system 8. Describe the basic structure and functions
•epidermis related to aging) of the appendages of the skin.
•dermis
•hypodermis 9. Describe the role the integumentary system
(subcutaneous layer) plays in maintaining homeostasis of body
temperature, and apply this knowledge.
Structure and function
of the layers of the 10. Describe the effects of aging on the skin.
epidermis
•stratum basale 11. Describe the homeostatic relationship
•stratum spinosum between the integumentary system and other
•stratum granulosum body systems.
•stratum lucidum
•stratum corneum

Structure and function

of the layers of the
dermis
•papillary
•reticular

Skin colour
•melanin
•carotene
•hemoglobin

Structure and function

of accessory
appendages
•sebaceous glands
•sweat glands
•apocrine glands
•hair
•arrector pili muscle
•nails

Homeostatic
regulation of body
temperature

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•receptor, control
centre, and effector

Impact of aging on the

integumentary system

Interrelationship
between the
integumentary system
and other body
systems

5 Pt. 2 Nervous System Marieb, Chapter 7, pp. 1. Define the three specific functions of the Teacher-directed Week 5
220-250 (Nervous nervous system. lecture & discussion
Three functions system - general &
• sensory input CNS) 2. Describe the organization of the nervous eCentennial resources
• integration system, including the structural and functional
• motor output Mastering AandP Study classifications. Textbook-related
Area - Interactive resources
Organization Physiology: 3. Describe the basic structures and functions
• IP 2 Resting of neuroglia types. Mastering AandP
Structural Membrane Potential
classification • IP 2 Generation of an 4. Describe the general structure of a neuron
• CNS Action Potential and identify its important anatomical regions.
• PNS
Mastering AandP Study 5. Describe the composition of gray matter
Functional Area - A&P Flix: and white matter.
classification • Resting membrane
• sensory (afferent) potential 6. Classify neurons according to structure and
• motor (efferent) - • Generation of an function.
somatic & autonomic action potential
(sympathetic and • Propagation of an 7. Identify the types of general sensory
parasympatethic) action potential receptors and describe their functions.

Neuroglia Structure 8. Describe the electrical conditions of a

and Function: resting neuron's membrane, and explain how
• astrocytes they are maintained.
• microglia
• ependymal cells 9. Explain how a nerve impulse is generated
• oligodendrocytes and propagated along a neuron, and apply
• schwann cells this knowledge.
• satellite cells

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10. Explain the role of neurotransmitters in
Neuron nerve transmission across the synapse, and
• general structure apply this knowledge.
and regions
11. Identify and explain the functions of the
Gray and white matter major brain regions of the cerebral
hemispheres, diencephalon, brain stem, and
Neuron functional cerebellum, and apply this knowledge.
classification
• sensory/afferent 12. Identify the three meninges and describe
• motor/efferent their functions.
• interneurons
13. Describe the composition and function of
Neuron structural cerebrospinal fluid.
classification
• multipolar 14. Describe the structure and function of the
• bipolar blood-brain barrier.
• unipolar
15. Describe the location, structure and
Sensory receptors functions of the spinal cord and spinal nerves.
• cutaneous sense
organs
• proprioceptors

Nerve signal
conduction
• resting potential
• graded potential
• depolarization
• action potential
• repolarization

Conduction across a
synapse
• structure of a
synapse
• neurotransmitters

Central Nervous
System

Cerebrum
• frontal lobe

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• temporal lobe
• parietal lobe
• occipital lobe
• corpus callosum

Cerebral cortex
• prefrontal area
(memory, judgment,
problem solving)
• primary somatic
sensory area
• visual area
• olfactory area
• auditory area
• primary motor area
(pyramidal tract)
• Broca's area (motor
speech)
• anterior association
area
• posterior association
area
• Wernicke's area
(posterior
speech/language area
- sensory)
• basal nuclei

Diencephalon
• thalamus
• hypothalamus
• epithalamus
• choroid plexus

Brain stem
• midbrain
• pons
• medulla oblongata
• reticular formation

Cerebellum

Meninges

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• dura mater
• arachnoid mater
• pia mater

Cerebrospinal fluid
• composition and
function
• ventricles

Blood-brain barrier
• structure and
function

Spinal cord structure -

gray matter
• dorsal and ventral
horns

Spinal cord
• location, structure
and function

Spinal nerves
• dorsal root, dorsal
root ganglion
• ventral root

6 Peripheral Nervous Marieb, Chapter 7, pp. 1. Describe the structure of a nerve and Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 6
System 251-263 (Peripheral distinguish between sensory, motor and lecture & discussion Learning
nervous system) mixed nerves. Module due
Nerve structure eCentennial resources Sunday,
• endoneurium Marieb, Chapter 7, pp. 2. Identify the cranial nerves by number and October 15
• perineurium 232-234 (Reflex arc) by name, and describe the major functions of Textbook-related @2359:
• epineurium each. resources
• fascicles Marieb, Chapter 7, pp. Chapter 07
252-263 (Autonomic 3. Identify the number and location of the Mastering AandP
Nerve classification nervous system) spinal nerves.
• sensory (afferent)
• motor (efferent) Handout (Adrenergic 4. Describe the origin and fiber composition of
• mixed and cholinergic spinal nerves, including the ventral and dorsal
receptors) roots.
Cranial Nerves

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• names, numbers, Marieb, Chapter 7, pp. 5. Describe a reflex arc and explain its five
and functions 266 (Homeostatic basic elements.
relationship between
Spinal nerves the Nervous system 6. Define and describe the structure and
• cervical and other body function of the autonomic nervous system.
• thoracic systems)
• lumbar 7. Distinguish between the sympathetic and
• sacral Aging Handout parasympathetic divisions and describe their
• ventral root (Changes in the respective effects on specific organs.
• dorsal root, dorsal Nervous system related
root ganglion to aging) 8. Identify and differentiate the types of
receptors in the autonomic nervous system,
Reflex Arc Type including their locations.
• somatic
• autonomic 9. Describe the effects of aging on the
anatomy and physiology of the nervous
Reflex Arc Elements system.
• five basic elements
10. Describe the homeostatic relationship
Autonomic Nervous between the nervous system and other body
System systems.
• definitions
• functions
• divisions –
sympathetic and
parasympathetic

Autonomic nervous
system receptors
• cholinergic
• adrenergic

Impact of aging on the

nervous system

Interrelationship
between the nervous
system and other
body systems

7 Blood Marieb, Chapter 10, pp. 1. Describe the composition and functions of Teacher-directed Term Test #2 Week 7
• general 331-338 (Blood blood. lecture & discussion = 20%

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characteristics composition and blood (Weeks 5-6)
• functions cells) 2. Describe the composition of plasma and eCentennial resources
the specific functions of the plasma proteins. Dynamic
Plasma Marieb, Chapter 10, pp. Textbook-related Learning
• composition 339-340 3. Describe the structure and function of resources Module due
• plasma proteins (Eryhtropoietin) erythrocytes (RBCs), various leukocytes Sunday,
(WBCs), and platelets. Mastering AandP October 22
Erythrocytes (red Marieb, Chapter 10, pp. @2359:
blood cells) 340-341 (Hemostasis) 4. Describe erythropoietin's role in regulating
• structure the rate of red blood cell production. Chapter 10
• count Marieb, Chapter 11, pp.
• function 351-358 (Anatomy of 5. Identify and describe the three phases of
• hemoglobin Heart) hemostasis and the reactions necessary for
• production coagulation to occur.

Leukocytes (white 6. Describe the impact of aging on the various

blood cells) components of the blood.
• structure
• count 7. Describe the location of the heart in the
• production body and identify its major anatomical parts.
• types and
functions(neutrophils, 8. Trace the pathway of blood through the
eosinophils, heart.
basophils,
lymphocytes, 9. Compare the pulmonary and systemic
monocytes) circuits.

Platelets 10. Explain the operation of the heart valves.

• production
• count 11. Relate the heart sounds S1 (lub) and S2
• structure (dup) to the operation of the heart valves.
• function
• life span 12. Describe the functional blood supply of
the heart.
Mechanism for
regulating RBC
production
• erythropoietin

Hemostasis
• vascular spasm
• platelet plug
formation

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• coagulation

Impact of aging on the

blood

Cardiovascular
System

Anatomy of the heart

• location
• functions
• coverings and walls
of the heart
• heart chambers
(atria and ventricles)
• heart valves (AV and
SL)

Blood flow through the

heart

Pulmonary and
systemic circuits

Operation of the heart

valves
• atrioventricular (AV)
valves
• semilunar (SL)
valves
• heart sounds (S1-AV
valves, S2-SL valves)

Functional blood
supply of the heart
• coronary arteries
• cardiac veins
• coronary sinus
8 Pt. 1 Physiology of the Marieb, Chapter 11, pp. 1. Identify the elements of the intrinsic Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 8
heart 359-383 (Physiology of conduction system and describe the pathway lecture & discussion Learning
the heart, blood vessel of impulses through this system. Module due
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system 2. Identify and describe the three normal November 5
• elements and Mastering AandP Study waves in an electrocardiogram (ECG) that Textbook-related @2359:
pathway Area - Interactive represent the electrical events that stimulate resources
Physiology: muscular contractions in the heart. Chapter 11
Electrocardiogram • IP Animation Intrinsic Mastering AandP
• P wave Conduction System of 3. Define and describe systole, diastole, Chapter 12
• QRS Complex the Heart stroke volume, and heart sounds as they
• T wave • IP 2 Cardiac Cycle relate to the cardiac cycle.
• IP 2 Cardiac Output
Cardiac cycle • IP 2 Factors affecting 4. Define and describe the phases of the
• systole and diastole Blood Pressure cardiac cycle.
• stroke volume
• heart sounds Marieb, Chapter 11, pp. 5. Define cardiac output, and identify and
386 describe the factors contributing to cardiac
Cardiac Cycle Phases (Homeostatic output.
• Ventricular filling relationship between
(Atrial diastole & Atrial the Cardiovascular 6. Apply knowledge of the phases of the
systole) system and other body cardiac cycle to maintaining cardiac output.
• Isovolumetric systems)
contraction 7. Describe the effect of each of the following
• Ventricular Aging Handout on heart rate and cardiac output: stimulation
Systole/Ejection (Changes in the by the vagus nerve, exercise, epinephrine
• Isovolumetric Cardiovascular system and various ions.
relaxation related to aging)
8. Apply knowledge of how the vagus nerve,
Cardiac output exercise, epinephrine, and various ions effect
• stroke volume the heart and its function.
• heart rate
9. Compare and contrast the structure and
Factors affecting heart function of arteries, veins, arterioles, venules,
rate and cardiac and capillaries.
output
• neural controls 10. Identify the body's major arteries and
(vagus nerve) veins and name the body region supplied by
• hormones and ions each.
• physical factors
(exercise) 11. Describe the unique features of the
arterial circulation of the brain and hepatic
Blood vessels portal circulation.
• structure and
function 12. Define pulse and name several pulse
points.
Major arteries of the

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body 13. Define and describe blood pressure and
• coronary arteries list factors affecting/determining blood
• common carotid pressure.
arteries
• subclavian arteries 14. Apply knowledge of the factors
• brachial arteries affecting/determining blood pressure in
• radial arteries maintaining homeostasis.
• renal arteries
• common iliac 15. Describe the exchanges that occur across
arteries capillary walls, and the forces that influence
• internal and external these exchanges.
iliac arteries
• femoral arteries 16. Apply knowledge of the forces influencing
• posterior tibial capillary exchange in maintaining
arteries homeostasis.
• dorsalis pedis
arteries 17. Describe the impact of aging on the
anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular
Major veins of the system.
body
• internal and external 18. Describe the homeostatic relationship
jugular veins between the cardiovascular system and the
• subclavian veins other body systems.
• brachial, radial and
ulnar veins
• superior vena cava
• inferior vena cava
• common iliac vein
(external and internal
iliac veins)
• renal veins
• hepatic portal vein

Special systemic
circulations
• Circle of Willis
• Hepatic Portal
System

Pulse
• definition
• pulse points

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Blood pressure
• definition and
description

Factors affecting
blood pressure
• peripheral resistance
• autonomic nervous
system
• the kidneys
• temperature
• chemicals
• diet

Capillary exchange
• capillary structure
• tissue fluid
• effect of blood
pressure, diffusion
and osmotic pressure
on capillary exchange

Effect of aging on the

heart and blood
vessels

Interrelationship
between the
cardiovascular system
and other body
systems

8 Pt.2 Lymphatic System Marieb, Chapter 12, pp. 1. Explain how the lymphatic system is Teacher-directed
• functions 392-402 (Lymphatic functionally related to the cardiovascular lecture & discussion
• relation to System) system and immune defenses.
cardiovascular system eCentennial resources
• relation to immune Marieb, Chapter 12, pp. 2. Identify and describe the two major types of
defenses 426 structures composing the lymphatic system. Textbook-related
(Homeostatic resources
Two major types of relationship between 3. Describe the source of lymph, and explain
structures the Lymphatic system its formation and transport. Mastering AandP
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• lymphoid tissues and systems) 4. Describe the location and function of lymph
organs nodes, tonsils, the thymus gland, Peyer's
Aging Handout patches, the spleen, and the appendix.
Lymph (Changes in the
• source lymphatic system 5. Describe the steps of the inflammatory
• formation related to aging) process and the chemical mediators involved.
• transport
6. Explain how innate and adaptive defense
Location and function mechanisms differ in providing
of lymphoid tissues immunity/immune function.
and organs
• lymph nodes 6. Describe the impact of aging on the
• tonsils anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic
• thymus system.
• Peyer's patches
• spleen 7. Describe the homeostatic relationship
• appendix between the lymphatic system and other body
systems.
Inflammatory Process
• steps
• kinins
• histamine

Immune defense
mechanisms
•Innate
•Adaptive

Effect of aging on the

lymphatic system

Interrelationship
between the lymphatic
system and other
body systems
9 Respiratory System Marieb, Chapter 13, pp. 1. Identify the organs forming the respiratory Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 9
432-443, pp. 445-450 passageway from nasal cavity to alveoli, and lecture & discussion Learning
Name, structure, and describe their structure and function. Module due
function of the Mastering AandP Study eCentennial resources Sunday,
respiratory organs Area - Interactive 2. Describe the structure and function of the November 12
Physiology: lungs and pleural coverings. Textbook-related @2359:
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membrane Pulmonary Ventilation 3. Describe the structure of the respiratory Chapter 13
• structure • IP Animation Control membrane and explain how its structure Mastering AandP
• function of Respiration facilitates its function.
• IP Animation Gas
Four events of Exchange 4. Describe the four events of respiration
respiration accomplished by the respiratory and
• pulmonary Marieb, Chapter 13, pp. cardiovascular systems.
ventilation 454
• external respiration (Homeostatic 5. Explain the mechanisms of inspiration and
• respiratory gas relationship between expiration, and describe the conditions
transport the Respiratory system necessary for pulmonary ventilation.
• internal respiration and other body
systems) 6. Describe the process of gas exchange in
Mechanism of the lungs and tissues and apply to
breathing Aging Handout maintenance of homeostasis.
• conditions necessary
for ventilation 7. Describe how oxygen and carbon dioxide
• inspiration are transported in the blood and apply to
• expiration maintenance of homeostasis.

Gas exchange and 8. Identify the brain areas involved in control

transport of respiration, and describe their roles.
• external respiration
• internal respiration 9. Describe how the nervous system
• oxygen transport influences the rate and depth of respiration
• carbon dioxide and apply to maintenance of homeostasis.
transport
10. Identify and describe several physical
Brain areas involved factors that influence breathing rate.
in respiration
• medulla oblongata 11. Explain the roles of oxygen and carbon
• pons dioxide in modifying breathing rate and depth
and apply to maintenance of homeostasis.
Neural regulation of
respiration 12. Explain why it is not possible to stop
• medulla oblongata breathing voluntarily.
• pons
• vagus nerve 13. Describe the effects of aging on the
• phrenic nerves anatomy and physiology of the respiratory
• intercostal nerves system.
• chemoreceptors
(carbon dioxide, 14. Describe the homeostatic relationship
oxygen, and between the respiratory system and other

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hydrogen) body systems.

Physical factors
influencing breathing
• volition (conscious
control)
• emotional factors
• chemical factors
(oxygen, carbon
dioxide)

Impact of aging on the

respiratory system

Interrelationship
between the
respiratory system
and other body
systems
10 Digestive System Marieb, Chapter 14, pp. Digestive System Teacher-directed Term Test #3 - Week 10
460-483 (The Digestive lecture & discussion 20%
Mouth System) 1. Trace the path of food through the (Weeks 7-9)
• structure alimentary canal and describe the location, eCentennial resources
• function Mastering AandP Study general structure and function of each organ
area - Interactive encountered. Textbook-related
Pharynx Physiology: resources
• structure • IP Animation Digestive 2. Describe the structure and functions of the
• function, including Anatomy Review four layers of the wall of the digestive tract. Mastering AandP
swallowing
mechanism Marieb, Chapter 14, pp. 3. Identify each of the hormones produced by
501 (Homeostatic the alimentary canal and other digestive
Esophagus relationship between system organs, and describe their functions.
• location the Digestive system
• structure and other body 4. Identify the accessory digestive organs and
• function systems) describe the general function of each.

Stomach Marieb, Chapter 11, pp. 5. List and describe the six main activities of
• location 373 (Hepatic portal the digestive system.
• structure system)
• regions 6. Identify the names and describe the
• functions – Aging Handout functions of the digestive enzymes for
mechanical and (Changes in the carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and nucleic

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digestive Digestive system acids.
related to aging)
Small intestine 7. Describe the circulation of blood within the
• location digestive system and hepatic portal system.
• regions
• structure 8. Describe the effects of aging on the
• functions digestive system.
• regulation of
contraction and 9. Describe the homeostatic relationship
secretions between the digestive system and other body
systems.
Large intestine
• location
• structure
• functions
• microbiota
• defecation reflex

Wall of the digestive

tract
• mucosa
• submucosa
• muscularis
• serosa
• peritoneum

Hormones of the
digestive system
• gastrin
• secretin
• cholecystokinin
(CCK)
• gastric inhibitory
peptide (GIP)
• insulin
• glucagon

Accessory organs of
digestion
• teeth
• salivary glands
• pancreas
• liver

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• gallbladder

Activities of the
digestive system

Digestive enzymes
• names and functions

Specialized
Circulation of the
Digestive Tract
• blood circulation of
digestive system
• hepatic portal
system

Impact of aging on the

digestive system

Interrelationship
between the digestive
system and other
body systems

11 Digestive system Marieb, Chapter 14, pp. 1. Define the terms metabolism, catabolism Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 11
continued 488-496 and anabolism. lecture & discussion Learning
Module due
Metabolism Marieb, Chapter 9, pp. 2. Describe the use of carbohydrates in cell eCentennial resources Sunday,
Catabolism 318-319 metabolism. November 26
Anabolism (Pancreatic role in Textbook-related @2359:
blood glucose 3. Describe the use of fats in cell metabolism. resources
Carbohydrate regulation) Chapter 14
Metabolism 4. Describe the use of proteins in cell Mastering AandP
Marieb, Chapter 3, pp. metabolism.
Fat metabolism 70-72
(Review of cellular 5. Identify the cellular organelles involved in
Protein metabolism organelles involved in metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and
cell metabolism) proteins.
Cellular organelles
involved in nutrient 6. Describe the metabolic roles of the liver,
metabolism including regulation of blood glucose
homeostasis, and cholesterol metabolism.

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Metabolic roles of the
liver 7. Identify and describe the role of the
• homeostatic pancreas in blood glucose regulation.
regulation of blood
glucose 8. Explain how homeostasis of blood glucose
(glycogenesis, levels is maintained, including identification of
glycogenolysis, the receptor, control centre, and effector, and
gluconeogenesis) apply this knowledge.
• cholesterol
metabolism 9. Explain how cholesterol is transported in
the body.
Pancreatic role in
blood glucose 10. Explain the importance of energy balance
regulation in the body, and indicate consequences of
energy imbalance.
Transportation of
cholesterol 11. Define the terms basal metabolic rate
• LDL (low-density (BMR) and total metabolic rate (TMR), and
lipoproteins) describe how influencing factors impact BMR.
• HDL (high-density
lipoproteins) 12. Apply concepts of metabolism to potential
patient problems.
Body energy balance
• energy intake
• energy output

BMR and TMR

• definitions
• factors influencing
(surface area, sex,
thyroxine production,
age, emotions, illness)

12 Urinary System Marieb, Chapter 15, pp. 1. Describe the functions of the urinary Teacher-directed Digestive Week 12
• functions 511-531 system. lecture & discussion System &
Metabolism
Macroscopic and Marieb, Chapter 15, pp. 2. Describe the macroscopic and microscopic eCentennial resources Online
microscopic anatomy 534 anatomy of the kidney. Assignment
of the kidney (Homeostatic Textbook-related (5%) due:
• renal cortex relationship between 3. Identify and describe the parts of a nephron resources
• renal medulla the Urinary system and and relate them to the gross anatomy of the Sunday,
• renal pyramids other body systems) kidney. Mastering AandP December 3

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• renal pelvis @2359
Urine Formation 4. Describe the three steps in urine formation
Parts of the nephron handout and relate them to the parts of a nephron. Dynamic
• glomerulus Learning
• glomerular capsule RAAS Handout 5. Describe the composition of normal urine Module due
(Bowman's capsule) and list abnormal urinary components. Sunday,
• PCT (proximal Aging Handout December 3
convoluted tubule) (Changes in the Urinary 6. Describe the general structure and function @2359:
• Loop of Henle system related to aging) of the ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra.
(nephron loop) Chapter 15
• DCT (distal 7. Describe nervous system control of
convoluted tubule) micturition.
• collecting ducts
• afferent arteriole 8. Describe the role of the kidneys in the
• efferent arteriole maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance,
• peritubular and apply this knowledge to maintenance of
capillaries homeostasis.

Three steps of urine 9. Identify the hormones that work together to

formation maintain blood volume and blood pressure
• glomerular filtration and explain their actions.
• tubular reabsorption
• tubular secretion 10. Apply knowledge of the hormones that
work together to maintain blood volume and
Urine composition blood pressure to maintenance of
• normal and homeostasis.
abnormal components
11. Describe the steps, components, and
Structure and function mechanism of the Renin Angiotension
of ureters, bladder, Activating System (RAAS).
and urethra.
12. Describe the effects of aging on the
Nervous control of anatomy and physiology of the urinary
micturition system.

Fluid and electrolyte 13. Describe the homeostatic relationship

balance between the urinary system and other body
• location of body systems.
fluids and fluid
compartments
(intracellular and
extracellular fluid)
• fluid intake

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• fluid output
• electrolytes
• reabsorption of water
and electrolytes
(aldosterone, ADH)

Hormones involved in
maintenance of blood
volume and blood
pressure
• aldosterone
• antidiuretic hormone

Renin-angiotensin
activating system
• steps and
components

Impact of aging on the

urinary system

Interrelationship
between the urinary
system and other
body systems
13 Endocrine System Marieb, Chapter 9, pp. 1. Define hormone and target organ. Teacher-directed Dynamic Week 13
302-324 lecture & discussion Learning
Definition of hormone 2. Explain the effects of prostaglandins. Module due
and target organ. Mastering AandP Study eCentennial resources Sunday,
Area - Interactive 3. Explain how various endocrine glands are December 10
Prostaglandins Physiology: stimulated to release their hormonal products. Textbook-related @2359:
• IP Animation resources
Stimuli to activate Hypothalamic-Pituitary 4. Describe the role of negative feedback in Chapter 09
endocrine glands Axis regulating blood levels of the various Mastering AandP
• negative feedback • IP Animation hormones.
• hormonal Response to Stress (no
• humoral pathology) 5. Compare the structure and function of
• neural endocrine and exocrine glands.
Marieb, Chapter 16, pp.
Differences between 556-557 6. Explain the anatomical and functional
endocrine and (Female Sex Hormone relationships between the hypothalamus and
exocrine glands regulation) the pituitary gland, and apply this knowledge

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to maintenance of homeostasis and hormone
Hypothalamus and Marieb, Chapter 16, pp. regulation.
Pituitary Gland 547-549
• relationship between
(Male sex hormone 7. Define the term "tropic hormone".
hypothalamus and regulation)
pituitary gland 8. Explain how the hypothalamus and pituitary
• regulation of tropic
Marieb, Chapter 9, pp. gland work together to regulate and control
hormones 325 the release of tropic hormones, and apply this
(Homeostatic knowledge to maintenance of homeostasis.
Tropic hormone relationship between
the Endocrine system 9. Identify and describe the function of the
Posterior pituitary and other body hormones produced by the hypothalamus and
hormones and their systems) secreted by the posterior pituitary and apply
effects this knowledge to maintenance of
• oxytocin Marieb, Chapter 3, pp. homeostasis.
• ADH (antidiuretic 91 (difference between
hormone) endocrine and exocrine 10. Identify and describe the hormones
glands) produced by the anterior pituitary gland,
Anterior pituitary describe their effects, and apply this
hormones and effects Marieb, Chapter 3, pp. knowledge to maintenance of homeostasis.
• GH (growth 70-71
hormone) (Review of cellular 11. Describe the anatomy and function of the
• PRL (prolactin) organelles involved in pineal gland and describe the effect of
• FSH (follicle- cell metabolism) melatonin.
stimulating hormone)
• LH (luteinizing RAAS Handout 12. Describe the anatomy of the thyroid
hormone) gland.
• TSH (thyroid- Aging Handout
stimulating hormone) (Changes in the 13. Identify the hormones secreted by the
• ACTH Edocrine system thyroid gland, describe their effects, and apply
(adrenocorticotropic related to aging) this knowledge to maintenance of
hormone) homeostasis.

Pineal gland 14. Describe the effects of parathyroid

• anatomy hormone produced from the four parathyroid
• function glands and apply this knowledge to
• melatonin and its maintenance of homeostasis.
effects
15. Describe the role of the thyroid gland and
Thyroid Gland the parathyroid glands in the regulation of the
• anatomy blood calcium level, and apply this knowledge
• thyroid hormones to maintenance of homeostasis.
and their effects

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16. Identify the location of the thymus gland
Parathyroid Glands and describe the effect of thymosin.
• effects of parathyroid
hormone 17. Describe the anatomy of the adrenal
glands.
Regulation of blood
calcium levels 18. Identify and describe the actions of the
three categories of adrenocortical hormones,
Thymus gland and apply this knowledge to maintenance of
• location homeostasis and how they are regulated.
• thymosin and its
effects 19. Describe the function of the adrenal
medulla and its relationship to the nervous
Adrenal Glands system.
• anatomy
20. Describe the anatomy of the pancreas.
Categories of
adrenocortical 21. Identify the two hormones produced by
hormones and their the pancreas, describe their effects, and
effects apply this knowledge to maintenance of
• mineralocorticoids homeostasis.
(aldosterone)
• glucocorticoids 22. Identify the hormones produced by the
(cortisone and male and female gonads and describe their
cortisol) effects and regulation.
• sex hormones
(androgens and 23. Explain the endocrine role of the kidneys,
estrogens) the stomach and intestine, and the heart.

Adrenal medulla 24. Describe the impact of aging on the

• function anatomy and physiology of the endocrine
• relationship to system.
nervous system
• catecholamines 25. Describe the homeostatic relationship
(epinephrine and between the endocrine system and other
norepinephrine) body systems.

Pancreas
• anatomy
• hormones and their
effects (insulin and
glucagon)

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Gonads
• ovaries
• testes
• hormones and their
effects (testosterone,
estrogen,
progesterone)

Endocrine role of the

kidneys
• erythropoietin

Endocrine role of the

stomach
• gastrin

Endocrine role of the

small intestine
• secretin
• CCK
(cholecystokinin)

Endocrine role of the

heart
• ANP (atrial
natriuretic peptide)

Effect of aging on the

glands of the
endocrine system

Interrelationship
between the
endocrine system and
other body systems
14 Final Test Week N/A N/A N/A Term Test #4 -
25%
(Weeks 10-14)

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