Course Code: ANAT 1100
Academic Year: 2024-2025
This course introduces the study of human anatomy and physiology and is the first of two courses exploring the structure and function of the human body for the Nursing program. An integrated and systemic approach will be taken to provide the student with the background concepts to understand pathophysiology. A combination of lecture, laboratory, and tutorial learning will cover the following topics: basic anatomical concepts and terminology; fundamentals of histology; fluid-electrolyte and acid-base balance; electrophysiology; as well as the skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems.