ana101: Course Contents

Module 1: Body Plan and Organization

An Introduction to the Human Body
Overview of Anatomy and Physiology
Structural Organization of the Human Body
Functions of Human Life
Requirements for Human Life
Anatomical Terminology
Anatomical Location
Medical Imaging
Anatomy Pronunciation Guide

Module 2: Homeostasis

Homeostasis
Homeostasis and Feedback Loops
Homeostasis Terminology
Feedback Loops
Homeostatic Maintenance
Diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2
Integration of Systems

Module 3: The Chemical Level of Organization

Introduction to the Chemical Level of Organization
Chemistry
Elements and Atoms: The Building Blocks of Matter
Chemical Bonds
Chemical Reactions
Inorganic Compounds Essential to Human Functioning
Organic Compounds Essential to Human Functioning

Module 4: The Cellular Level of Organization

Introduction to the Cellular Level of Organization
The Cell Membrane
The Cytoplasm and Cellular Organelles
The Nucleus and DNA Replication
Protein Synthesis
Cell Growth and Division
Cellular Differentiation

Module 5: The Tissue Level of Organization

Introduction to the Tissue Level of Organization
Types of Tissues
Epithelial Tissue
Connective Tissue Supports and Protects
Muscle Tissue and Motion
Nervous Tissue Mediates Perception and Response
Tissue Injury and Aging

Module 6: The Integumentary System

Introduction to the Integumentary System
Layers of the Skin
Accessory Structures of the Skin
Functions of the Integumentary System
Diseases, Disorders, and Injuries
Slides of the Integumentary System
Integumentary System Tutorial

Module 7: Bone Tissue and The Skeletal System

Introduction to Bone Tissue and the Skeletal System
The Functions of the Skeletal System
Bone Classification
Bone Structure
Bone Formation and Development
Fractures: Bone Repair
Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones, and Bone Tissue
Calcium Homeostasis: Interactions of the Skeletal System and Other Organ Systems

Module 8: Axial Skeleton

Introduction to the Axial Skeleton
Divisions of the Skeletal System
The Skull
The Vertebral Column
The Thoracic Cage
Embryonic Development of the Axial Skeleton

Module 9: The Appendicular Skeleton

Introduction to the Appendicular Skeleton
The Pectoral Girdle
Bones of the Upper Limb
The Pelvic Girdle and Pelvis
Bones of the Lower Limb
Development of the Appendicular Skeleton

Module 10: Joints

Introduction to Joints
Classification of Joints
Fibrous Joints
Cartilaginous Joints
Synovial Joints
Types of Body Movements
Anatomy of Selected Synovial Joints
Video Tutorials: Synovial Joints
Development of Joints
Articular System Review Games

Module 11: Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Muscle Tissue
Types of Muscle Tissues
Skeletal Muscle
Muscle Fiber Contraction and Relaxation
Nervous System Control of Muscle Tension
Types of Muscle Fibers
Exercise and Muscle Performance
Cardiac Muscle Tissue
Smooth Muscle
Development and Regeneration of Muscle Tissue

Module 12: The Muscular System

Introduction to the Muscular System
Interactions of Skeletal Muscles
Naming Skeletal Muscles
Axial Muscles of the Head, Neck, and Back
Axial Muscles of the Abdominal Wall and Thorax
Muscles of the Pectoral Girdle and Upper Limbs
Appendicular Muscles of the Pelvic Girdle and Lower Limbs
Slides of Muscles

Module 13: The Nervous System

Introduction to the Nervous System
The Embryologic Perspective
The Central Nervous System
Circulation and the Central Nervous System
The Peripheral Nervous System

Module 14: The Nervous System and Nervous Tissue

Introduction to the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue
Basic Structure and Function of the Nervous System
Nervous Tissue
The Function of Nervous Tissue
The Action Potential
Communication Between Neurons

Module 15: The Autonomic Nervous System

Introduction to the Autonomic Nervous System
Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System
Autonomic Reflexes and Homeostasis
Central Control
Drugs that Affect the Autonomic System

Module 16: The Brain and Cranial Nerves

Introduction to the Brain and Cranial Nerves
Sensory Perception: Taste and Olfaction
Audition and Somatosensation
Vision
Central Processing
Motor Responses