SCI 2100: Anatomy & Physiology
05/01/2025 to 05/30/2026 • Modified 08/29/2025Course Description
This year-long course provides an overview of the structure and function of the human body, God’s ultimate creation. Students learn the terminology related to the structure of body systems and how this structure facilitates healthy body functioning. Based on this, students analyze the impact of disease or injury on how the body works. All major body systems are covered with supporting lab activities and demonstrations. Students are expected to research independently and write on various assigned topics. This course establishes a foundation for students interested in medicine, allied health, or advanced sciences. Due to the content and the use of clinical images that may be graphic in nature, this course is intended for mature students in the 11th or 12th grade. Some lab exercises will contain video and still images of human cadavers. Sensitive topics and terminology related to the human body are used throughout the course.
Next Start Date*
Next Monday
Program Restrictions*
- ESD: Elementary School Diploma (ESDP-ESD-D) Excluded
- MSD: Middle School Diploma (MSDP-MSD-D) Excluded
Prerequisite Requirements*
Any of the following:
- All of the following:
- SCI 1001 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1002 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
or - SCI 1001 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
- All of the following:
- SCI 1001 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1005 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1006 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
or - SCI 1001 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
- All of the following:
- SCI 1002 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1003 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1004 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
or - SCI 1002 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
- All of the following:
- SCI 1003 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1004 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1005 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
and - SCI 1006 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
or - SCI 1003 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
- SCI 1000 previously completed with a minimum grade of C
High School Diploma Requirements*
- Contributes 1 credit to LUOA – Science, Science Requirement.
Schedule
Module 1: Foundational Concepts of Anatomy & Physiology
- Week 1: The Language of Anatomy
- Week 2: Biochemistry for Anatomy
Module 2: Cells & Tissues
- Week 3: The Organization of Cells
- Week 4: The Organization of Tissues
- Week 5: The Integumentary System
Module 3:The Skeletal System
- Week 6: The Anatomy & Physiology of Bones
- Week 7: Bones of the Upper Body
- Week 8: Bones of the Lower Body
- Week 9: Review & Quarter 1 Exam
Module 4: The Muscular System
- Week 10: Muscle Structure & Function
- Week 11: Muscles of the Torso & Abdomen
- Week 12: Muscles of the Limbs
- Week 13: Muscles of the Head, Face & Neck
Module 5: The Nervous System
- Week 14: Nerves & Nerve Impulses
- Week 15: The Brain
Module 6: The Senses
- Week 16: Vision & Hearing
- Week 17: Smell & Taste
- Week 18: Review & Quarter 2 Exam
Module 7: Endocrine System
- Week 19: Hormones & Glands
- Week 20: Hormones & Overall Health
Module 8: The Immune System
- Week 21: Blood & Lymph
- Week 22: Immunity
Module 9: The Cardiovascular System
- Week 23: The Structure & Function of the Cardiovascular System
- Week 24: Cardiac Health
Module 10: The Respiratory System
- Week 25: The Structure of the Respiratory System
- Week 26: The Physiology of Breathing
- Week 27: Review & Quarter 3 Exam
Module 11: The Digestive System
- Week 28: The Gastrointestinal Tract
- Week 29: The Digestive Process
Module 12: Urinary System
- Week 30: Renal Structure & Function
- Week 31: Urine & Diagnostics
Module 13: The Reproductive System
- Week 32: The Female Reproductive System
- Week 33: The Male Reproductive System
- Week 34: Conception & Pregnancy
- Week 35: Birth & the Newborn
- Week 36: Review & Quarter 4 Exam
