Biology 105: Anatomy & Physiology
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Biology 105: Anatomy & Physiology has been evaluated and recommended for 3 semester hours and may be transferred to over 2,000 colleges and universities. This resource offers self-paced study, expert instruction and short, engaging lessons that give you a head start on your degree.To Start This Course Today
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16 chapters in Biology 105: Anatomy & Physiology
Course Objective
The course objective of Biology 105 is to examine the functions of the major systems of the human body, including the cardiovascular, digestive, endocrine and muscular systems.
Grading Policy
Your grade for this course will be calculated out of 300 points. The minimum score required to pass and earn real college credit for this course is 210 points, or an overall course grade of 70%. The table below shows the assignments you must complete and how they'll be incorporated into the overall grade.
Assignment | Possible Points |
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Quizzes | 100 |
Proctored Final Exam | 200 |
Total | 300 |
Quizzes
Quizzes are meant to test your comprehension of each lesson as you progress through the course. Here's a breakdown of how you will be graded on quizzes and how they'll factor into your final score:
- You will have 3 attempts to take each quiz for a score.
- The highest score of your first 3 attempts will be recorded as your score for each quiz.
- When you've completed the course, the highest scores from your first 3 attempts at each quiz will be averaged together and weighed against the total possible points for quizzes. For instance, if your average quiz score is 85%, you'll receive 85 out of 100 possible points for quizzes.
- After your initial 3 attempts, you can take a quiz for practice as many times as you'd like.
- You will need to pass each quiz with a score of at least 80% to earn course progress for the lesson. However, it is not necessary to earn 80% within the first three quiz attempts.
Proctored Final Exam
The proctored final exam is a cumulative test designed to ensure that you've mastered the material in the course.
- You'll earn points equivalent to the percentage grade you receive on your proctored final. (So if you earn 90% on the final, that's 180 points toward your final grade.)
- If you're unsatisfied with your score on the exam, you'll be eligible to retake the exam after a 3-day waiting period.
- You can only retake the exam twice, so be sure to use your study guide and fully prepare yourself before you take the exam again.
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Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Illustrate the structure and explain the function of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems
- Categorize the organs of the digestive system and explain their role in digestion
- Illustrate the urinary system and how the body is detoxified
- Diagram the structure and explain the function and common disorders of the endocrine system
- Analyze the structure and function of the brain and nervous system
- Summarize the senses and how they function
- Outline and model the muscular system, including muscle cells, tissues, contraction, and gross anatomy
- Differentiate the bones in the human body and describe the function of the skeletal system
- Define the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Format
Biology 105 consists of short video lessons that are organized into topical chapters. Each video is approximately 5-10 minutes in length and comes with a quick quiz to help you measure your learning. The course is completely self-paced. Watch lessons on your schedule whenever and wherever you want.
At the end of each chapter, you can complete a chapter test to see if you're ready to move on or have some material to review. Once you've completed the entire course, take the practice test and use the study tools in the course to prepare for the proctored final exam. You may take the proctored final exam whenever you are ready.
Earning Credit
This course has been evaluated and recommended by ACE for 3 semester hours in the lower division baccalaureate degree category and by NCCRS for 3 semester hours in the associate/certificate category. To apply for transfer credit, follow these steps:
- If you already have a school in mind, check with the registrar to see if the school will grant credit for courses recommended by either ACE or NCCRS.
- Complete Biology 105 by watching video lessons and taking short quizzes.
- Take the credit-granting Biology 105 exam on our site.
- Request a transcript to be sent to the accredited school of your choice!
- Check out this page for more information on how you can transfer your credit.
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Course Topics
Category | Objectives |
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Digestive System | Look at the anatomy and physiology of the structures that make up the human digestive system. Study the chemical processes of digestion, absorption and elimination. |
Cardiovascular System | Learn about the structure and function of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems and get information on arrhythmias of the heart. |
The Brain | Study the parts of the brain and what each area does. Get information on the purpose of cerebrospinal fluid, and learn about the brain's blood supply. |
The Nervous System at the Cellular Level | Learn about how the nervous system functions, including the roles of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Look at the types, structure and function of neurons. |
The Endocrine System | Find out what hormones are and what they do. Get information on the organs that make up the endocrine system and their respective functions. |
The Five Senses | Get information on the eyes, ears, nose and mouth, including their anatomy and how they function. See how nerves make our senses possible, and learn how the ear affects balance. |
Blood Vessels | Define words pertaining to the blood vessels, such as arteries, veins, endothelial cells and venules. Learn about how blood is transported to and from the heart and lungs. |
Urinary System | Develop an understanding of the anatomy of the urinary system and how it works. Learn exactly how the kidneys work and how disease can affect their function. |
Gross Anatomy of Muscular System | Identify the muscles of the various parts of the body, examine the functions of the skeletal muscles, and the role of muscle levers. |
Connective Tissue | Get information on types of connective tissue, cartilage, bone tissue and the anatomy of a bone. Learn about the functions of red and white blood cells and platelets. |
Skeletal System | Find out the major purposes of the skeletal system, and learn the names of major bones in various parts of the body. Get information on joints and how they move. |
Overview of Anatomy and Cell Biology | Learn about tissues and organ systems in multicellular organisms. Explore anatomical terminology, including words used to show location on the body. |
Human Respiratory System | Study the structure of the lungs and airways, see how ventilation muscles work and learn about pulmonary surfactant function and ventilation. Gain an understanding of the respiratory process. |
Muscle Physiology | Study the types of muscle tissues, their structures and functions. Dig into the various types of muscular contraction, and describe how they work. |
Male and Female Reproductive Systems | Gain a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems and their functions. |
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Complete the exam readiness quiz. |
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