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Course Title: Comparative Anatomy & Physiology Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 103250 Term(s) Full Year

Offered:

Prerequisite(s): Completion of previous biology course with a 70% or Open to 10, 11, 12

higher Grades:

Description: This course is designed for college-bound students who are interested in learning about the anatomy and

physiology of various animals and of humans. The first semester is spent learning about the major phyla of the Animal

Kingdom. The second semester focuses on the various organs and systems of the human body and examines how these

organs and systems interact with one another. Lab investigations and dissections emphasize and reinforce key concepts.

Course Title: Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology Credit Value: 1.0

Course Number: 103251 Term(s) Full Year

Offered:

Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Academic Open to 10, 11, 12

Chemistry or Honors Chemistry and completion of Honors Grades:

Biology with an 80% or higher or completion of Academic

Biology with a 90% or higher and teacher recommendation

Description: Honors human Anatomy & Physiology is designed for college-bound students who plan to enter careers that

require extensive knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. The course focuses on the structure and function of the

major body systems with emphasis on the interrelationships between these systems. Lab investigations will supplement

class lectures and will include dissections and computer probeware-based activities. Independent research projects and

scientific journal readings will enable in-depth study of course topics and allow for exploration of new medical research

and technologies. This course is directed towards students with a serious interest in the medical field and requires

significant study time outside of class for successful completion. Emphasis is placed on the development of critical thinking

skills that will enhance the ability to correlate structure and function and better understand how the human body maintains

homeostasis.

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