(A & P) Anatomy & Physiology is a course in which students investigate concepts related to Health Science, with emphasis on interdependence of systems and contributions of each system to the maintenance of a healthy body. It introduces students to the cell, which is the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms, and covers tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems as an integrated unit. Through instruction, including laboratory activities, students apply concepts associated with Human Anatomy & Physiology. Students will understand the structure, organization and function of the various components of the healthy body in order to apply this knowledge in all health-related fields.
- Recommended Grade(s): 11,12
- Required Prerequisites: none
- Recommended Prerequisites: Biology
- Credits: 1 to 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester, 2 credits maximum
- Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas
- Fulfills a Core 40 Science course requirement for all diplomas