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Course Description

The aim of this course is to provide the student with general knowledge of the anatomical and physiological aspects of the human body, including the mechanisms of homeostasis. The course covers basic cellular and tissue structures, their properties and functions; the integumentary, musculoskeletal, respiratory and lymphatic system.

Course Learning Outcomes

1 ) Apply the normal structures and functions of human body to some clinical changes
2 ) Describe the basic cellular and tissue structures, their properties and functions; integumentary, musculoskeletal, respiratory and lymphatic system of the human body
3 ) Demonstrate cooperative skills in a group based on the topics given

Course Details

STATUS : Open
DURATION : FLEXIBLE
EFFORT : 3 hours per week
MODE : 100% Online
COURSE LEVEL : Beginner
LANGUAGE : English
CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )

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Syllabus

1.1 Body organization
1.2 Anatomical position
1.3 Anatomic planes
1.4 Directional terms
1.5 Introduction to medical terminology
1.6 Surface anatomy (regional highlights)
1.7 Body cavities and membranes
1.8 Organ systems

2.1 Structure and functions of the integumentary system (skin, hair, nail)
2.2 Maintaining homeostasis : skin wound healing

3.1 Anatomy of the lung
3.2 Mechanism of respiration
3.3 Lung volumes and capacities

4.1 Lymphatic cells, tissues and organs
4.2 Lymphatic vessels and lymph circulation
4.3 Immunity (cell-mediated and antibody-mediated)

5.1 Structure of bone
5.2 Histology and physiology of osseous tissue including bone formation, bone growth and bone repair
5.3 Axial skeleton (skull, hyoid bone, vertebrae, thoracic cage)