Curriculum Area: High School Science

Grade Levels: 11 & 12

Area Of Study: Anatomy & Physiology

Date Submitted: March 1, 2007

Summary of Anatomy & Physiology:

Students in anatomy and physiology will study the structure and function of the body’s systems and the interrelation of these systems. Emphasis will be placed in the understanding of the systems, the corresponding terminology, and the need for the maintenance of homeostasis within the system. Additional studies will delve into the diseases and conditions that are representative of the lack of homeostasis.

Materials Used Throughout:

§ Manual: Anatomy & Physiology

§ Workbook: Anatomy & Physiology

Course Objectives:

The learner will

§ Refer to the body using correct anatomical and directional terms

§ Relate the chemical bases of the body to the structures and functions of the body

§ Relate the cellular structure and components to cellular activities

§ Distinguish among the types of body tissues and their respective purposes

§ Identify the major bones of the body, their composition, their functions and maintenance

§ Distinguish between the central and peripheral nervous system components, their sensory and motor functions, and the need for homeostasis

§ Identify the components of the endocrine system, the hormones produced, and the functions of these hormones

§ Trace the formation, types, and movement of the different types of blood cells while identifying the structures through which the blood courses

§ Identify the major muscles of the body, the method of movement, and the basic muscle structure

§ Identify the organs of the lymphatic system, their pathway, the composition and function of these organs and the fluid that passes through the organs

§ Trace food as it passes through the digestive organs, detail its change and the reasons for this change in composition

§ Identify the structures and purposes of the structures of the respiratory system while detailing the chemistry and physics that drive the respiratory system

§ Trace the removal of wastes in blood, identify the structures of the urinary system, and relate the chemistry of these wastes to homeostasis of the urinary system

§ Identify the structures and functions of these structures of the male and female reproductive system while recognizing the integration of the endocrine, cardiovascular, and muscular systems with the functions

§ Follow the pre-natal and post-natal development of the fetus/baby and continue to trace the physical changes and aging that occurs in the human body throughout life

§ Investigate diseases and conditions of the human body systems throughout the course and relate the need for healthy maintenance of the human body

Units Of Study:

Introduction to the Human Body

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Differentiate between anatomy and physiology
• Develop an understanding of the basic anatomical terminology and positions
• Relate the characteristics of life to health/homeostasis
• Investigate diseases of the human body

Projects:

• Anatomical Terms with Cucumber Callie
• Disease Wanted Poster

Standards:

• Science: 12.1.4, 12.7.1
• Reading: 12.1.2

Chemical Basis of the Body

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Reading

• Review basic chemistry
• Investigate the chemistry of the human body

Projects:

• Protein Analysis Lab
• Strength of Chemical Bond Lab

Standards:

Science: 12.3.2

Reading: 12.1.2

Cells: Basis of Life

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Life Science

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Relate the cellular structure to movement through the membrane
• Detail the intracellular structures
• Compare/contrast mitosis and meiosis
• Trace cellular senescence activity to normal aging

Projects:

• Diffusion Through a Membrane Lab
• DNA Extraction Lab
• Report on Genetic Diseases
• Magic School Bus Ride Into a Cell

Standards:

Science: 12.1.4,12.4.1, 12.7.1

Reading: 12.1.2

Tissues

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Life Science

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Classify epithelial tissue according to structure and function
• Classify connective tissue according to structure and function
• Classify muscle tissue according to structure and function
• Classify nerve tissue according to structure and function
• Compare/contrast membranes according to location, structure, and function

Projects

• Tissue Slide Analysis
• Peeking Into Chicken

Standards:

Science: 12.1.4, 12.4.1, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Integumentary System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the components and layers of human skin
• Identify the accessory structures of skin and their functions
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the integumentary system

Projects

• Sensory Lab
• Integumentary Disease Report

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Integumentary System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Skeletal System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the components of bone, its development, and growth
• Understand the need for bone remodeling throughout life
• Identify bones of the human body
• Differentiate among the joints, their functions, and locations
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the skeletal system

Projects

• Bone Lab

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Skeletal and Muscular System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Nervous System and Senses

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Differentiate between the central and peripheral nervous systems, their components, their functions, their injuries and malfunctions
• Identify the major sensory organs, their structures, functions, and malfunctions
• Blend the nervous system functions with the muscular system functions
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the nervous system and the sensory organs

Projects:

• Dissection of the Brain

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Nervous System, Brain and Your Nervous System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Endocrine System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the glands of the endocrine system, the functions and the hormones produced
• Detail the precarious balance of hormones and homeostasis
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the endocrine system

Projects:

• Endocrine Bingo

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Cardiovascular System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the components of blood and their formation
• Identify the blood types
• Identify the components (organs and fluid) of the cardiovascular system
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the cardiovascular system

Projects:

• Frequency of Blood Types Lab
• Heart Dissection
• Visit with a Cardiac Nurse

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Human Pump

The Circulation System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Muscular System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Explain the basic structure of muscular tissue
• Detail the physiology of muscular contraction
• Explain the interrelationship between the nervous system and the muscular system to produce movement
• Identify the major muscles of body
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the muscular system

Projects:

• Muscle Webquest
• Muscular Disease Powerpoint

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Lymphatic System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Trace the lymphatic network
• Identify the lymphatic organs
• Identify the defense mechanisms of body
• Relate the presence or lack of homeostasis of the lymphatic system to the health of the human body

Projects:

§ None

Film: The Human Body Series: Your Immune System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Digestive System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

§ Explain the purposes of digestion

§ Trace the journey and changes to food as it passes through the digestive system

§ Identify the organs and accessory organs of the digestive system

§ Identify diseases/conditions of the digestive system

Projects:

§ Simulated Digestion Lab

§ Construction of Model Digestive System

§ Digestive Physiology Lab

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Digestive System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Respiratory System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the organs of respiratory system
• Explain the mechanics of breathing
• Trace the path and exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide
• Identify the areas/structures/influences that control breathing
• Identify diseases/conditions of the respiratory system

Projects:

§ And They Call Me Windy Lab

§ Respiratory Volume Lab

§ Breath—Acid or Base Lab

§ Dissection of Mammalian Lungs

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Respiratory System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Urinary System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

• Identify the components of a kidney and the functions of these components
• Trace the flow, storage, and release of liquid waste
• Explain the issues of malfunctions of the urinary system
• Investigate diseases/conditions of the urinary system

Projects:

• Dissection of the Kidney

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Reproductive System

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

§ Identify the structures of the male and female body

§ Understand the functions of the structures

§ Trace the reactions of the structures to hormonal and emotional input

§ Investigate diseases/conditions of the reproductive system

Projects:

§ Disease Report

Film:

The Human Body Series: The Reproductive System

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2

Human Growth and Development

Strands: Science: Unifying Strands and Processes

Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

Reading

§ Detail the prenatal, postnatal development, and growth of a human

§ Explain the effects of hormones on female mammary glands

§ Explain the effects of genetics on development and quality of life

§ Investigate diseases/conditions of human growth and development

Projects:

§ Interview with a Mother

§ Interview or Research a Genetic Disease

Standards:

Science 12.1.4, 12.7.1

Reading 12.1.2