Course Description:
Lecture and laboratory work in microscopic anatomy. Integrative
introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues,
and organs of the body. Coursework focuses on the microscopic
examination of these structures and their functions. Interconnections
will be made throughout the course with physiological, biochemical,
and gross anatomical data.
Educational Objectives:
The
student will gain knowledge in microscopic anatomy. The objectives
are for the student to be able to (1) demonstrate a comprehensive
knowledge of the definitions, description, and location of
the structural components of cells, tissues, and organs of
the body and, where possible, to relate these structures to
function, (2) demonstrate an ability to recognize the general
characteristics and specific features of cells, tissues, and
organs as seen in the light microscope, (3) demonstrate an
understanding of the basic principles of construction used
by cells, tissues, and organs, and (4) demonstrate an ability
to interpret what is seen on microscope slides and to relate
two-dimensional sections to the three-dimensional features
of cells, tissues, and organs.
Course Outline:
Lectures
include: introduction, epithelium, muscle, extracellular matrix
and connective tissue, cartilage, bone and bone development,
nervous tissue, blood vessels, blood cells and bone marrow,
lymphoid tissue, endocrine system, respiratory system, digestive
tract, digestive glands, urinary system, and male and female
reproductive systems. The required laboratory schedule corresponds
with this lecture schedule.
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Course Expectations:
Midterm
and final examinations which include questions about images
of tissues as well as multiple choice questions. A grade of
Pass requires 70% on the combined scores of these examinations.
Media:
- Basic Histology, Junqueira and
Carneiro, 11th ed, 2005.
- Wheater's Functional Histology, Young
and Heath, 5th ed, 2006
Related Links:
Course
Website (includes syllabus, lecture slides, virtual microscope,
and quiz bank) |