ZOOL 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

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Windward Community College

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Catalog Description The second semester of a two-semester course in human anatomy and physiology which includes a study of human embryology, gross anatomy, microanatomy, physiology, pathology, and homeostatic relationships. This course is intended for students entering health care or medically related fields such as nursing, physical therapy and medical technology. (3 hrs. lect.) Prerequisite: Credit for ZOOL 141 or equivalent preparation or instructor's consent. Recommended Preparation: Registration in ZOOL 142L. Student Learning Outcomes Describe how lipids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids are digested, assimilated, and catabolized to obtain energy and raw materials. Describe the anatomy and function of the circulatory, lymphatic, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems and discuss how these systems maintain homeostasis in the human body. Describe the link between the anatomy of human tissues and organs and their functions within the human body. Discuss how negative feedback maintains homeostasis in the human body. Explain how disease and disorders disrupt the homeostasis of each of the above body systems and discuss how common medical treatments and drugs are used to restore homeostasis. Write a research paper on a disease affecting one of the body systems using primary and secondary scientific literature. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DB Resources Anatomy and Physiology Zoology Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60212) - taught by Ross Langston Past Syllabi Fall 2006 - taught by Ross Langston

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3.00

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Institution Website:

windward.hawaii.edu

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(808) 235-7400

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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