Lecture: 4 hours/week
and
Lab: 2 hours/week
This course involves both classroom instruction and laboratory activities. Classroom work will consist of lectures, tutorials, and work in small groups.
1. Structure and function of cells
- Cell membranes and various cytoplasmic and nuclear components
- Use of a compound microscope
- Microscopic features of plant and animal cells
- Major cellular processes and their significance to the cell
2. Introduction to biochemistry
- Chemistry of water
- Chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
3. Homeostasis
- Definition of homeostasis, its importance, and the conditions required to fulfill homeostasis
- Definitions of internal environment, stress, positive and negative feedback systems, and their roles in homeostasis
- Examples of homeostatic mechanisms, including positive and negative feedback systems
4. Organization of the human body beyond the cellular level
- Structure and function of the four tissue types
- Major body systems, their major organs, and the general function of each organ
- Directional terms as they relate to the human body
- Body cavities and their organs
5. Integumentary system
- Components of the epidermis and the dermis
- Specialized cells, structures, and glands
6. Skeletal system
- Basic structure, histology, and components of the human skeleton
- Structure, physiology, and function of bone
- Changes in skeletal structure during growth and development (ossification)
- Articulations (joints) with respect to their structures and types of movement allowed
- Basic mechanical principles of movement as they relate to joints (biomechanics)
7. Muscular system
- Types of movements as a result of skeletal muscle contraction
- Principal muscles and muscle groups and their movements
- Gross anatomy of muscles and microscopic anatomy of muscle tissue
- Physiology of muscle contraction
8. Nervous system
- Structure and function of the parts of the brain, the spinal cord, and major nerves
- Reflex arc
- Structure and functioning of the sense organs
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- use a compound microscope to describe and identify cell and tissue types in the body;
- describe the basic components of an atom and the properties of ionic and covalent bonds;
- describe the chemistry, properties, and biological significance of water;
- describe the structure and biological significance of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids;
- describe the basic principles of homeostasis and negative feedback systems, providing at least one example of a homeostatic mechanism;
- describe anatomical structures using appropriate terminology;
- specify the locations of various organs and systems;
- describe the components and functions of the integumentary systems.
- identify the components of the skeleton, including the structure and growth of long bones;
- describe the types and range of movements of skeletal articulations;
- describe the basic principles of biomechanics;
- describe the location, structure, and functions of the major muscles of the body;
- describe the gross anatomy of muscles and the microanatomy of muscle tissue;
- describe the physiology of muscle contraction;
- describe the components of the nervous system;
- identify the roles of the major components of the nervous system and associated sensory organs.
Assessments will be in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
Quizzes and Assignments: 15-25%
Laboratory Assignments and Quizzes: 5-15%
Laboratory Final Examination: 10-20%
Term Test(s): 20-40%
Final Examination: 20-40%
Total: 100%
Laboratory work will be assigned each week and must be completed in the week it is assigned. A minimum of 70% of the laboratory activities and assignments must be completed to receive a D grade or better in the course.
Consult the Douglas College Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. Example textbooks and materials may include:
Douglas College produced open education resource, available online: Douglas College Human Anatomy & Physiology I (current edition).
Douglas College-produced manual: Biology 1103/1109 Laboratory Manual (current edition).
Registration priority is usually given to students enrolled in specific Health Sciences-related programs.
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Biology 1203