BIOL1400 Human Biology

This course is a survey of the general structures and functions of the human body using an organ systems approach. Areas of study include human organization, support and movement, integration and coordination, maintenance of the body, body defenses, reproduction, and development. Each human organ system will be investigated to develop an understanding of its contribution to the normal functioning of the human body. Discussion of basic disease processes associated with each system, and current health and social issues will also be integrated.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Qualifying score on reading assessment test OR ENGL0921 and Qualifying score on math assessment test OR MATH0910 or MATH0920

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Describe the levels of biological organization
Identify key anatomical structures of the human body
Explain basic physiologic mechanisms associated with the human body
Investigate the relationship between structure and function
Relate physiologic processes to the maintenance of homeostasis
Apply concepts of anatomy and physiology to human health and disease
Recognize the effects of disease conditions on homeostasis
Evaluate data relating to human body structure and function
Describe steps to be taken for proper care of the human body and for prevention of disease
Interpret case studies
Demonstrate proper safety procedures in a laboratory setting
Explain the roles of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals in proper nutrition

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the campus store and in eServices.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE).  Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals.  Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html

Campus

Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300

Credit Details

Lecture:

3

Lab:

1

MnTC Goal Areas:

2 & 3