River Valley Community College Anatomy and Physiology I

Anatomy and Physiology I

Course Information
Classroom	3
Lab	3
Credits	4
Programs Requiring This Course	Associate in Science Degree Nursing Associate in Science Degree Occupational Therapy Assistant Certificate Massage Therapy Associate in Science Degree Clinical Laboratory Technician Associate in Science Degree Physical Therapist Assistant Associate in Science Degree Respiratory Therapy Diploma Practical Nursing

An introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Includes elementary cytophysiology, histology, and anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Laboratory work parallels lecture topics and includes microscopy, study of human anatomical models, dissection of appropriate laboratory specimens, and physiological experimentation.