The major topics in the course include problems that involve the following learning issues:
1. Atoms and Molecules
1.1. The properties of matter and the four major elements that make up most of living matter
1.2. An atom’s composition and its relationship to the chemical properties of elements
1.3. Valence electrons and shells, and the relative activity of atoms with complete and incomplete valence shells
1.4. How atoms form molecules, and the different types of bonds that exist within molecules
2. Cells – Structure and Function2.1. The cell theory
2.2. Basic structural differences between plant and animal cells
2.3. Cellular organelles and their specific functions
2.4. The differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and the evolutionary relationship between the two
2.5. How cells communicate with their environment and why this is important
2.6. The difference between normal cell division (mitosis) and cancerous growth
3. Tissue Structure3.1. The various types of tissues that comprise the human body, and their functions
3.2. Organs and organ systems
3.3. Hierarchical organization of the human body
3.4. Examples of tissues, organs, and organ systems in the human body
4. Homeostasis4.1. The importance of homeostasis to normal body functioning
4.2. Examples of homeostatic mechanisms in the body
4.3. Comparisons between negative and positive feedback mechanisms
4.4. Components of a homeostatic feedback loop
5. Integumentary System
5.1. Structure of the skin.
5.2. Review the function of skin in maintaining health
5.3. Review the involvement of the integumentary systems in the homeostasis of water balance and temperature
5.4. Review of skin layers, and consequences for damage to each layer and implications with respect the extent of surface area involved
6. Skeletal System6.1. Bone cell, tissues
6.2. Types of bone and bone growth
6.3. Anatomy of skeletal system
6.4. Structure and types of joints
6.5. Relationship of muscles to joints
6.6. Types and causes of arthritis
7. Muscular System7.1. Physiology of muscle action
7.2. Anatomy of muscular system with respect to movement
7.3. Biomechanics of movement
8. Introduction to the Nervous System8.1. Organization of the central nervous system (CNS), peripheral nervous system (PNS), and autonomic nervous system (ANS)
8.2. Structure and function of the brain
8.3. Structure and function of the spinal cord
8.4. Physiology of impulse transmission
8.5. Spinal and cranial nerves
8.6. Neurotransmitters
8.7. Sensory and motor pathways
9. Respiratory System9.1. Anatomy of respiratory system
9.2. Relationship between respiratory system and blood gases
9.3. Importance of breathing, with specific reference to brain cells
9.4. Review of normal respirations/minute and reasons for deviance
9.5. Causes and consequences of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
10. Circulatory System10.1. Anatomy of circulatory system
10.2. Relationship of circulatory system to the skin, the brain and digestive system
10.3. Causes and consequences of lack of blood to cells
10.4. Relationship between nutrition and cardiovascular health
10.5. Review of normal pulse and blood pressure
10.6. Review of diagnostic tests, including normal counts of white blood cells, red blood cells, blood pH, hematocrit and blood proteins
10.7. Significance of blood tests and homeostasis of body
10.8. Connection between body weight and reproductive hormones
10.9. Relationship of endocrine system to appropriate food intake
10.10. Significance of serum electrolytes (sodium, potassium and chloride)
10.11. Causes and consequences of shock
11. Immune System11.1. Nonspecific defenses (membrane barriers, cellular and chemical defenses)
11.2. Specific immune defenses – immunity
11.3. Interactions with other systems – complement proteins
11.4. Antigens/antibodies
11.5. Humoral immune response/cell-mediated response
11.6. Immunodeficiciencies/autoimmune diseases
Learning activities include lecture and group discussion, case study analysis and may include group projects and laboratory at the discretion of the instructor. The information content is integrated with problem sets, videos, laboratory experiences, journal articles and textbook readings.
Evaluation will be carried out in accordance with Douglas College policy. The instructor will present a written course outline with specific evaluation criteria at the beginning of the semester. Evaluation will be based on the following:
Type of evaluation | Marks |
Case study/participation | 10-15 |
Weekly quizzes | 5-10 |
Project | 15-20 |
Term exam 1 | 15-25 |
Term exam 2 | 15-25 |
Final exam | 20-30 |
TOTAL | 100 |
Notes:
Upon completion of this course, students will have
More specifically, students will learn to
Students should consult the Douglas College Bookstore for the latest required textbooks and materials. For example, textbooks may include:
Marieb, E.N & Hoehn, K. Human Anatomy & Physiology (Current Edition). Pearson Education Inc.
Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
Institution | Transfer Details | Effective Dates |
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Athabasca University (AU) | DOUG BIOL 1105 (3) & DOUG BIOL 1205 (3) = AU BIOL 235 (6) | 2014/01/01 to - |
Camosun College (CAMO) | CAMO SCI 1XX (3) | 2019/09/01 to - |
Capilano University (CAPU) | CAPU BIOL 1XX (3) | 2004/09/01 to - |
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) | KPU BIOL 1XXX (3) | 2004/09/01 to - |
Langara College (LANG) | LANG BIOL 1190 (3) | 2006/09/01 to 2015/08/31 |
Langara College (LANG) | LANG BIOL 1XXX (3) | 2015/09/01 to - |
Langara College (LANG) | DOUG BIOL 1105 (3) & DOUG BIOL 1205 (3) = LANG BIOL 1190 (3) & LANG BIOL 1191 (3) | 2015/09/01 to - |
Okanagan College (OC) | OC BIOL 1XX (3) | 2005/09/01 to - |
Simon Fraser University (SFU) | SFU BPK 105 (3) | 2013/09/01 to - |
Simon Fraser University (SFU) | SFU KIN 105 (3) | 2004/09/01 to 2013/08/31 |
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) | TRU BIOL 1590 (3) | 2010/09/01 to 2014/08/31 |
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) | TRU BIOL 159 (3) | 2004/09/01 to 2010/08/31 |
Trinity Western University (TWU) | TWU BIOL 1XX (3) | 2004/09/01 to - |
University of British Columbia - Okanagan (UBCO) | No credit | 2006/09/01 to - |
University of British Columbia - Okanagan (UBCO) | UBCO BIOL 1st (3) | 2005/05/01 to 2006/08/31 |
University of Northern BC (UNBC) | UNBC BIOL 1XX (3) | 2004/09/01 to - |
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) | UFV KIN 170 (4) | 2006/09/01 to 2018/08/31 |
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) | UFV BIO 1XX (4) or UFV KPE 1XX (3) | 2004/09/01 to 2006/08/31 |
University of Victoria (UVIC) | UVIC BIOL 1XX (1.5) | 2004/09/01 to - |