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Human Anatomy and Physiology II  

Course Description & Outline

Presented by: Patricia Lager

Course Fee: $549



Access Period: 365 Days

Required Course materials:
Martini and Nath (2008).   Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, 8th edition.  San Francisco: Pearson Education, Inc.  (Chapters 18 -24, Chapter 26, and Chapters 28 - 29 are covered in this course)



Course Description:
Human Anatomy and Physiology II is the study of human anatomy and physiology using a body system approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.  Topics covered include:  endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic & immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive.



Course Outline:

  1. Endocrine System
    • Endocrine Glands
    • Hormone Chemistry and Actions
    • Endocrine System Disorders
  2. Blood
    • Formed Elements (RBC, WBC, platelets)
    • Plasma
    • Blood Typing
    • Diseases and Disorders
  3. Heart
    • Heart Anatomy
    • Cardiac Cycle
    • Cardiac Conduction and ECG
  4. Blood Vessels
    • Blood Vessel Anatomy
    • Control of Blood Pressure and Blood Flow
    • Capillary Exchange
    • Fetal Circulation
  5. Lymphatic System
    • Lymphatic System Anatomy
    • General Defences
    • Immunity
    • Allergies, Autoimmunity, and HIV/AIDS
  6. Respiratory System
    • Major structures and organs of Respiratory System
    • Breathing Mechanisms and Factors affecting Respiration
    • O2 and CO2 transport
    • Lung Cancer
  7. Digestive System
    • Major Organs of the Digestive System
    • Digestion – Chemical and Mechanical
    • Digestive Enzyme Function
    • Absorption
    • Elimination and Role of Bacterial Flora
  8. Urinary System
    • Major Organs of the Urinary System
    • Nephron Anatomy
    • Glomerular Filtration and Control
    • Urine Formation
    • Diabetes
  9. Male Reproductive System
    • Major Organs of the Male Reproductive System
    • Spermatogenesis
    • Hormonal Control
    • Male Sexual Response
  10. Female Reproductive System
    • Major Organs of the Female Reproductive System
    • Oogenesis
    • Ovarian and Uterine Cycles
    • Effects of Pregnancy on Female Physiology
  11. Pregnancy and Development
    • Fertilization
    • Fetal Development
    • Childbirth

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