Anatomy and Physiology

1.0 credits, 6 periods per cycle all year

Anatomy: Basic Info

11th-12th Grade

Description: This is a challenging introductory college level course designed to explore in detail the major systems of the human body. Mastery of structure & function is essential in discussing such topics as homeostasis & anatomical terminology, histology, the skeletal & muscular systems, the nervous system, blood & circulation. Requirements include a number of dissections and lab practical examinations.

Prerequisites:

min 80% in Honors Biology or min 85% in Academic Biology

AND min 75% in Honors Chemistry or min 80% in Academic Chemistry/DE Chemistry or taking Chemistry concurrently (with departmental approval).

From students taking this class:

What do you like most about this class?

"I am just very interested in the science of the body to begin with so I think it is really cool being able to learn how things actually function and work."

"I like the hands-on activities we did for studying for the practical."

"There is a lot of freedom and Mr. Adoff is very understanding."

Career Clusters:

Health Science Technology

Would you like to get make a career out of taking care of others?

Ex. Allergist, Anesthesiologist, Physical Therapist, Biomedical Engineer, Dentist, Dermatologist, Home Healthcare Worker, Neurologist, Nurse, Ophthalmologist, Psychiatrist, Vetrinarian, etc.

Common Progressions:

What are my options after taking AP Biology?

So many more options. Oceanography, Hydroponic Farming-- go check it out!

AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental, and AP Physics can all be good options if you haven't taken them yet.

Two selective programs offered by North Montco Technical Career Center; check them out! Allied Health is especially related to Anatomy.