Anatomy and Physiology 1 Lab (HA&P1-457-DL)

HA&P1-457-DL

Course Overview

The Anatomy and Physiology 1 lab course is designed to complement the concepts covered in HA&P 1, which provides a comprehensive introduction to basic cellular human anatomy and physiology including structure, biology, organization and function or cells, tissues, and organs. The integumentary, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems are introduced and explored. 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.

Note: This course is a lab only. If lecture is needed, please register for the accompanying lecture (HA&P1-456) separately.

Type	Online, Semi-synchronous Lab
Faculty	Sara Aucoin, PT, DPT
Credits	1 undergraduate
Offered	Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisites	HBIO-450, equivalent, or consent of instructor, and concurrent enrollment in A&P 1.
Cost	$540.00

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Summer Registration Open

1/22/25-5/29/25

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 Lab
Pre-Lab Activities Readings Assignments	1-2
Conducting Lab Hands-on experiments Virtual activities	1-2
Post-Lab Activities Discussion boards Lab reports	1-2
Total Time	3-6

Course Topics

Body Orientation
Cells & Chemistry
Integumentary System
Tissues
Muscular System
Skeletal System
Nervous System
Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves
Eye, Ear, Tongue Functions
Vestibular System
Components of Balance

Course Materials

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

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

Lecturer, Anatomy & Physiology Lab 1

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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