Anatomy and Physiology 1 is the first of two courses that will help provide the prerequisite foundation for aspiring healthcare professionals. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the structure, biology, organization, and function of cells, tissues, and organs. The integumentary, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems are introduced and explored.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This course examines basic anatomy and physiology of speech mechanisms, including respiratory, laryngeal, and supraglottic systems. A particular focus is basic science foundations and application to clinical problem-solving.
Credits
1 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$540.00 (Fees included)
Anatomy and Physiology 2 is the second of two courses that will help provide the prerequisite foundation for aspiring healthcare professionals. This course builds on information learned in Human Anatomy and Physiology 1, exploring the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, digestive, renal and reproductive systems including the mechanisms by which each assists in maintaining homeostasis in the human body.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
Anatomy and Physiology 2 lab is designed to complement the concepts covered in HA&P 2, which includes details regarding the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, digestive, renal and reproductive systems including the mechanisms by which each assists in maintaining homeostasis in the human body. The course will include bi-weekly labs that use tools for virtual construction of anatomical structures and simulation activities to identify and integrate the understanding of anatomical and physiological concepts.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$540.00 (Fees included)
This course examines basic anatomy and physiology of speech mechanisms, including respiratory, laryngeal, and supraglottal systems. A particular focus is basic science foundations and application to clinical problem-solving.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This course is designed as an introduction of the key concepts of molecular biology, cell biology and basic genetics. It will cover important topics with a focus on the impact on human health, such as the structure and function of biological molecules, cell structure, function and division, including an overview of inheritance, an introduction to metabolism, cellular respiration, and basic principles of animal form and function.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This lab course is designed to complement the concepts covered in Biology 1. Students will utilize a lab kit to conduct hands-on experiments. The lab also incorporates discussion of concepts and results of experiments conducted by the students. Topics covered include basic lab techniques in molecular and cellular biology. Assessments include interactive discussions, lab reports and midterm and final exams.
Credits
1 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$540.00 (Fees included)
The course expands upon the principles examined in Biology 1. The course first focuses on evolutionary biology, the origin of species, phylogenetics, the diversity of life, and how form correlates to function. The second portion of the course focuses on general physiological principles and body systems including digestion, circulation, and the immune, renal, endocrine, reproductive, and nervous systems.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This lab course is designed to complement the concepts covered in Biology 2. Students will utilize a lab kit to conduct hands-on experiments. The lab also incorporates discussion of concepts and results of experiments conducted by the students. Topics covered include Ecological interactions, bacteria, fungi, invertebrates and vertebrates, and animal systems including the sensory, nervous, circulatory, and respiratory systems. Assessments include interactive discussions, lab reports and midterm and final exams.
Credits
1 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$540 (Fees included)
This course will focus on the study of acute physiological adjustments and chronic adaptation to exercise. Exercise will be examined as it relates to human performance and health benefits. Students will apply the theoretical concepts of exercise physiology to evaluate the treatment and prevention of chronic diseases, health promotion, and sports performance enhancement.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This course will focus upon aspects of microbiology that pertain to human health. Beginning with the basics of microbiological science including the structure, taxonomy, biochemistry and physiology of microorganisms, the student will learn to associate these concepts with human infectious disease and pathogenesis. Epidemiology, diagnostics, and antimicrobial paradigms in healthcare facilities will also be explored. Register for the lab component separately if necessary.
Credits
3 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$1,620.00 (Fees included)
This lab course is designed to complement the concepts covered in Microbiology. Students will utilize a lab kit to conduct hands-on experiments. The lab also incorporates discussion of concepts and results of experiments conducted by the students. Topics covered include lab safety and techniques, microscopy, growth of microbes, and use of appropriate media. This lab course is designed to complement the concepts covered in Microbiology. Students will utilize a lab kit purchased from eScience Labs to conduct hands-on experiments. The lab also incorporates discussion of concepts and results of experiments conducted by the students. Topics covered include lab safety and techniques, microscopy, growth of microbes, and use of appropriate media.
Credits
1 undergraduate
Semesters Offered
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Cost
$540.00 (Fees included)
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