Course Overview
This is the first of two consecutive courses that provide a comprehensive study of normal anatomy and physiology of the human body within the context of nuclear medicine. It begins with essential molecular biology, cytology and histology topics that serve as the foundation for the study of human organ systems. It then covers the skeletal system, including bone structure, tissue, cartilage, joints and muscle; ossification, bone growth and remodeling; and calcium homeostasis. This first course also covers the cardiovascular system, including: • Heart, coronary circulation • Contractile cardiac myocyte and cardiac action potential • Autorhythmic cells, pacemaker action potential • Cardiac conduction system • Cardiac cycle • Smooth muscle • Blood vessels • Blood, blood clotting • Hemodynamics • Capillaries and bulk flow, lymphatic drainage of tissues • Spleen The next anatomy and physiology course, BHSC 2108, covers the remaining organ systems that are relevant to nuclear medicine.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain how molecular biology, cytology, and histology relate to the structure and function of tissues, organs, and organ systems.
- Explain the cellular processes of transcription and translation, and protein targeting and translocation.
- Explain the cell metabolism processes of cellular respiration and carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism.
- Describe epithelium, connective tissue, membranes, and integument.
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system.
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Anatomy & Physiology 1 (NMED) (BHSC 1108) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Nuclear Medicine
Diploma Full-time
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