General Course Objective: Every effort should be made in this modern complicated world to send a well-rounded educated youth out to fill their niche in society. The study of biology contributes to the general cultural knowledge of the student. Beyond this, a course in physiology meets the needs of a more complete understanding of the basic principles of ones own body and its functions. Those students interested in a profession such as nursing, physical therapy, physical education, pharmacy, and public health are introduced to the concepts upon which further study may possibly lead to a life's vocation.

I. The Sense Organs

A. Somatic, Visceral, and Referred Pain
B. The Anatomy of the Eye

1. Structure and function
2. Eye muscles
3. The physiology of vision
4. Abnormalities and correction
5. Dissection of the cow eye

C. The Anatomy of the Ear

1. Structure and function
2. Equilibrium and balance

D. Olfactory and Gustatory Sense Organs

II. The Circulatory System

A. Heart

1. Structure and function
2. Cardiac cycle
3. Dissection of the heart
4. Lab - Checking heart beat and pulse

B. Blood Vessels

1. Identifying major arteries and veins
2. Systemic vs. pulmonary circulation
3. Lab - Measurement of blood pressure usingthe Sphygmomanometer

E. Blood

1. Types of blood cells
2. Plasma
3. Clotting
4. Blood types and transfusions
5. Lab - Blood typing

III. Lymphatic System

A. Structure and function
B. Immune Response
C. Function of the Spleen

IV. The Respiratory System

A. Organs involved in respiration

1. Nose
2. Pharynx and Larynx
3. Trachea and Bronchi
4. Lab - Spirometer (Class Data)

B. Physiology

1. Lung and cell respiration
2. Types of respiration
3. Breathing mechanism
4. Gas transport

C. Dissection of the Cat (respiratory system)

V. The Digestive System

A. Organs involved in digestion

1. Mouth (buccal cavity)
2. Salivary glands
3. Pharynx and esophagus
4. Stomach
5. Small Intestine
6. Large Intestine (colon)
7. Role of the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas

B. Nutrition and nutrients

C. Metabolism and energy balance (basal metabolic rate)

D. Dissection of the Cat (digestive system)

VI. Urinary System

A. Anatomy of the kidneys (general and microscopic)
B. Urine formation and elimination

VII. Reproductive System

A. Organs of the male reproductive system
B. Organs of the female reproductive system
C. Birth control
D. Pregnancy