Course Overview
Together with BHSC 2201, this course follows a systems approach to study the relationship between structure and function in the human body. BHSC 1101 begins with a discussion of cells and tissues as basic structural/functional units then introduces regulation and integration of body systems and the role of control systems in homeostasis. Nervous, endocrine, and other major major systems will also be covered. Where appropriate, each course gives examples of the uses of biomedical instruments in diagnosis and treatment of human disease.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Describe the overall relationship between structure and function in the human body.
- Relate the function of each body system covered in this course to the common goal of homeostasis.
- Use a broad range of common terms to describe relative positions of structures in the body.
- Illustrate the concept of the body being in a dynamic catabolic/anabolic steady state.
- Explain the interrelationship of the components of human homeostatic control systems.
- Relate the structures of the basic tissues to their functional capacities.
- Describe how the structural components of skin relate to its many functions.
- Describe how ionic distribution relates to the electrical properties of cells.
- Relate neuronal function to the ability of the nervous system to receive, transmit and integrate information.
- Identify basic structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
- Outline the nature and effects of hormones secreted by the major endocrine glands.
- Explain how the nervous system regulates endocrine function.
- Discuss how the anatomy and physiology of body systems in this course relate to the design, function and operation of biomedical instruments.
- Demonstrate how the anatomical and physiological principles discussed in this course may be applied to new or theoretical biomedical devices.
Effective as of Fall 2019
Related Programs
Anatomy and Physiology 1 (BMET) (BHSC 1101) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Health Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering Technology
Diploma Full-time
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