Course Syllabus

Course Description

The body is a complex organism of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. While anatomy describes the structure of how it is physically put together, physiology explains how all the components of the human organism work, individually and together, to maintain life.

This self-paced, online anatomy and physiology course covers all the bodily systems playing a major role in human anatomy. The material is presented in a practical and comprehensive manner. The focus of the course is on the need-to-know facts that must be understood in order to pursue any healthcare career or related education in the field of science. These easy to follow lessons are ideal for anyone requiring a solid understanding of how the human body works.

Completely Online
Self-Paced
Printable Lessons
Full HD Video
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
Start Anytime
PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Define anatomy and physiology.
Know the chemistry behind anatomy and physiology.
Describe cells - the foundation of life.
Describe tissues (different types and functions).
Describe and recognize all parts of the integumentary system.
Recognize the important parts of the skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, and sensory system.
Summarize the major parts of the endocrine system.
Recognize the major parts of the cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, and the respiratory system.
Summarize the major components of the digestive system, urinary system, and the reproductive system.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Assessment Guide

Assessment	Points
Introduce Yourself	1 points
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Assignment	10 points
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Quiz	55 points
Review of Basic Chemistry	15 points
Basic Chemistry Quiz	35 points
Review of Cells	15 points
Cells Quiz	38 points
Review of Tissues	15 points
Tissue Quiz	32 points
The Integumentary System Assignment	10 points
The Integumentary System	50 points
The Skeletal System Assignment	15 points
The Skeletal System	75 points
The Muscular System Assignment	15 points
The Muscular System	80 points
The Nervous System Assignment	15 points
The Nervous System	85 points
The Sensory System Assignment	15 points
The Sensory System	70 points
The Endocrine System Assignment	15 points
The Endocrine System	55 points
The Cardiovascular System Assignment	15 points
The Cardiovascular System	22 points
The Lymphatic System	15 points
The Lymphatic System	50 points
The Respiratory System Assignment	15 points
The Respiratory System	70 points
The Digestive System Assignment	15 points
The Digestive System	50 points
The Urinary System	18 points
The Reproductive System	38 points
The Final Exam	332 points