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CCOG for FT 131 Spring 2024

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Course Number:
FT 131
Course Title:
Structure & Function of the Human Body
Credit Hours:
4
Lecture Hours:
40
Lecture/Lab Hours:
0
Lab Hours:
0

Course Description

Presents basic principles of anatomy, physiology, and exercise science. Introduces terminology, concepts, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, tissues, metabolism and the cardiovascular, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic and urinary systems. Prerequisites: Department approval required, and (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Prerequisites/concurrent: PE 181A or PE 181B or PE 181C. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

The format of this class will be lecture, practical lab work, class discussion, and/or presentations. You are encouraged to ask questions and expected to engage actively during lab sessions. Optional study sessions outside of regular class time may be scheduled.

Intended Outcomes for the course

Upon completion of the course students should be able to:

  1. Describe the structure of the human body using anatomical terms.
  2. Explain the roles of the skeletal, muscular, and neurological systems in human movement.
  3. Discuss the functions of the major organ systems and how they contribute to maintaining homeostasis.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

  • Quizzes
  • Exams
  • Practical Exams
  • Assignments
  • In-Class Activities

Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)

  1. Surveys basic anatomical terms, chemical structure, and cellular physiology.
  2. Identify, define, and apply key terms used in anatomy and physiology.
  3. Recognize and understand the components and functions of the metabolic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, skeletal, muscular, endocrine, nervous systems, urinary, lymphatic and integumentary systems.
  4. Effectively communicate in writing and speech your knowledge of anatomy and physiology in coordinating movement and maintaining homeostasis.
  5. Apply current research findings and issues as they relate to course topics.
  6. Demonstrate application of course content to exercise.