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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Biology 223
Course Description and Outline


BIOL 223: Human Anatomy and Physiology I


2007-2008
Credits 4
Schedule of Classes Fall 2008
Summer 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Biology
Academic Division Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Prerequisites BIOL 190 or CHEM 121 or meet nursing program chemistry requirement
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Offers detailed study of cellular functions and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Primary for physical education, pre-nursing and other pre-health majors. NOTE: For programs that require BIOL 223 and 224, both courses must be completed at the same institution if taken outside Nevada.
II : Course Objectives
  1. Gained factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends) about Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
  2. Learned fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories of Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
  3. Learned to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem-solving, and decisions) in Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
  4. Developed specific skills, competencies and points of view needed by professionals in the field most closely related to Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
  5. Acquired an interest in learning more by asking questions and seeking answers about Human Anatomy and Physiology I.
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

General Education Mission: BIOL 223 is a general education class that promotes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will benefit students in their personal and professional endeavors.

General Education Student Learning Outcome: Students who successfully complete BIOL 223 satisfy the general education learning outcome of understanding the methods of science and the role of science and technology in the modern world; have problem solving, creative, and critical thinking skills; have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.

Sections II and III were prepared on April 1, 2006. Please contact the Science, Mathematics & Engineering division for more information.
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