Introduction
Human anatomy is a division of the larger science of biology which deals with the knowledge of all living things. Anatomy is the study of the parts of the living organisms and the relationship and interdependence of these parts to each other. Human anatomy is a very technical topic and the vocabulary used in fundamental, but not commonplace.
Human physiology is the study of the functional interrelationships between and among the systems of the human body. Hundreds of biochemical processes occur in the human body simultaneously and automatically, and are nearly always mutually interdependent. An understanding of these processes and their relationship to the healthy body are prerequisite to the development of an understanding of the diseased or dysfunctional body.

General Objectives
Use a vocabulary fundamental to the course and express terms in a professional and knowledgeable manner
Describe the components of every human system
Explain the functions of each organ system and how each system enables the organism to
survive in its environment
Demonstrate dexterity and self-reliance in using various types of instrumentation in completing relevant laboratory exercises
Evaluate the principles of body metabolism in the healthy state in order to have knowledge necessary for analyzing the diseased state

Textbook
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Marieb, Elaine
A text book will be checked out to you. It will not be necessary to purchase a book for this course.

Attendance
You will be required to meet the attendance policies of BHS. You will be held fully accountable for all work missed due to absence, regardless of reason. If you are scheduled to be absent from class for a school related activity or otherwise know in advance that you will be absent, you must make arrangements in advance to make up what will be missed. Failure to do so could result in receiving a zero for assignments missed. Remember, it is your responsibility, not your instructor’s, to make arrangements to make up any and all work missed

Grading

Tests 70%
Daily/Quiz 30%

BHS grade = CTC grade
90 to 100 = A
80 to 89 = B
70 to 79 = C
60 to 69 = D
0 to 59 = F

Central Texas College credit is awarded upon completion of each semester. You will
receive one grade for both the lecture and lab sections for a total of four hours
credit each semester.
There will be no extra credit offered in this course.
All work must be completed and turned in on time. No late work will be accepted.
*All students enrolled in a class designated as "Dual Credit" will take a final exam each semester.*

Homework
Assigned: Homework will occasionally be assigned. Its purpose will be for reinforcement of the material already covered in class as well as an aid in the studying process. It is expected that all outside of class assignments will be completed and turned in on time – no late work will be accepted.
Unassigned: It is expected that each student will take the responsibility of reading ahead in the textbook and engage, on their own initiative, in beneficial study time. This will be essential for success in this class.

Study Time
Your ultimate success in this or any other course depends upon your level of commitment to study and preparation. It will be assumed by the instructor that you have previously read the appropriate textbook chapter or lab prior to your arrival to class. This will help by opening the door to where you are headed. It will also be assumed that you spend time after class, before the next meeting, in reviewing material previously covered. This will help by allowing you to reflect on where you have been.
This preparation is essential for you to gain a better grasp of the material in a timely manner. Time spent in study and preparation along the way helps to ensure that you more effectively learn the material. It also saves time and wasted effort in ‘cramming’ at the last minute. Generally, the more comfortable you are with the material prior to taking an exam, the more relaxed you will be and the better you will perform.