HSC 1200 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Credits: 4

Formerly: NUR1000
This course is designed to present health care profession students with a foundation in normal human anatomy and physiology. Topics covered are the language of anatomy, the basic principles of cells and tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. This course will also focus on the concepts of health promotion and risk reduction of conditions related to these particular body systems. Emphasis will be on the complementary structure and function and the mechanisms that maintain homeostasis in the human body. Clinical examples are provided to bridge anatomical and physiological content to health care conditions. This course combines lecture and traditional lab material using an integrated approach to provide the opportunity for the student to understand, acquire and develop the practical skills necessary to comprehend the structure and function of the human body as it relates to health care.

Prerequisite(s): Nursing and AT students only