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Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology (Period 2)

Course Description

Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology is a rigorous laboratory course designed to promote understanding of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body and its interaction with environmental stimuli including pathological processes and pharmacological agents. Specifically, this course will study and examine the eleven systems of the human body and their intimate interactions in far more detail than the non-honors Human Anatomy and Physiology course. It will also explore, investigate and research the etiology and pathophysiology of diseases and mechanisms by which various medical protocols treat them.  This course will utilize the biological principles covered in the Zoology & Botany and Biology courses and expand upon them in relation to the human body. This course is designed to facilitate those individuals interested in pursuing careers in the rapidly expanding medical and health care related fields.  Emphasis will be placed on the application of medical nomenclature, biotechnology and technology.  Dissections, biochemical and biophysical laboratory exercises offer opportunities to develop talents necessary to perform in the health care field.  Open ended questioning in the area of bioethics will prepare the student for the psychological demands of health care related employment.