Anatomy and Physiology 1 (HA&P1-456-DL)

HA&P1-456-DL

Course Overview

Human 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.

Note: This course is a lecture only. If needed, please register for the accompanying lab (HA&P1-457) separately.

Type	Online, Semi-synchronous Lecture
Faculty	Sara Aucoin, PT, DPT
Credits	3 undergraduate
Offered	Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites	HBIO-450, equivalent, or consent of instructor
Cost	$1,620.00

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9/11/24 - 1/16/25

What to Expect in this Course

Course activities are organized into modules of 1-2 weeks in length.

There are required activities and deadlines within each module but there are no required course meeting times.

While instructors make regular course updates to enhance your experience as a learner, the table below provides a general idea of what you can expect from a typical week.

Course Activities & Time Commitment

Course Activity	Hours Per Week
Self Directed Learning Reading Textbooks Watching mini-lectures, videos Listening to podcasts	3-4
Self-Assessments Mini quizzes Learning checkpoints	2-3
Other Assignments Exams Case studies Research summaries	3-4
Discussion Boards Initial posting Reading posts Responding to peer posts	3-4
Total Time	10-15

Course Topics

The Human Body: An Orientation
Chemistry Comes Alive
Cells: The Living Units
Tissues: The Living Fabric
The Integumentary System
Bones and Skeletal Tissues
Joints
Muscles and Muscle Tissue, The Muscular System
Fundamentals of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue
The Central Nervous System
The Peripheral Nervous System
The Autonomic Nervous System
Special Sense

Course Materials

Material
D2L	Required
Textbook	Required
Lab Kit / Supplies	Not needed
Web-Based Learning Application	Not needed
Standard word/ data processing capabilities	Required
Ability to video conference	Recommended
Ability to upload images/videos	Recommended

D2L: All of our online prerequisite courses use the learning platform software called Desire2Learn (D2L). D2L integrates text, video, and audio. You can check your system compatibility by reviewing the D2L system recommendations.

Textbook: If a textbook is required, every effort is made to choose high-quality, low-cost materials that students can buy and sell, rent and return, or buy and use again in future courses.

Lab Kit / Supplies: Lab kits/supplies allow students to conduct hands-on experiments at home. Information about purchasing lab kits and/or supplies will be provided to registered students approximately 6 weeks before the start of the semester.

Web-Based Learning Application: Web-based applications often serve as an alternative to a traditional textbook or lab kit. Most require students to register for a separate application that will integrate seamlessly with the D2L platform.

Standard word and data processing: Technology that allows the student to create, edit, and save documents and files.

Ability to video conference: Technology that allows live, visual connection between individuals who are in different locations.

Ability to upload photos/videos: Technological capabilities through which a student could record a short video or still image and upload it to an online learning system.

Course Faculty

Sara Aucoin, PT, DPT

Adjunct Assistant Professor Team Lead for Health and Quantitative Studies Prerequisites Lecturer, Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 Online Prerequisites for the Health Professions

Sara Aucoin, PT, DPT

saucoin1@mghihp.edu

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