BIO201A Human Anatomy & Physiol Lab I
Lead Faculty: Dr. Huda Makhluf
Course Description
This laboratory course examines organ systems, digestion, energy requirements, and the operation of enzymes. Students conduct fetal pig dissections to understand mammalian anatomy, in particular, the cardiovascular and urogenital systems.
Learning Outcomes
- Use the compound light microscope.
- Prepare slides of tissues for microscopic examination.
- Describe the cellular components of human tissues and organs.
- Examine the physiology of cells and cell membranes.
- Classify cells and tissues of the integumentary system.
- Identify structural components of the human skeleton, including bones and joints.
- Classify different kinds of human muscles, and explain their functioning.
- Analyze the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and special senses.
- Explain how and why buffers function.
