Analyze the processes of cellular metabolism

• Describe the process of protein synthesis
• Compare the processes of aerobic and anaerobic respiration
• Distinguish between anabolism and catabolism
• Compare the mechanism of carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism
• Correlate appropriate cellular organelles with their cellular metabolism role
• Describe membrane transports and receptor sites

Analyze how the individual components of the nervous system work as an integrated whole

• Examine sensory function
• Examine motor neural pathways
• Describe the role of the autonomic nervous system
• Describe the generation of neuron action potentials
• Describe neuro-physiology including potentials, impulse conduction, and synaptic transmission
• Identify the role of neurotransmitters
• Correlate cranial nerves to their respective physiological functions
• Relate higher-order brain functions to brain anatomy
• Relate various types of pain to homeostatic mechanism

Correlate muscular physiology to normal body function

• Examine sensory function
• Contrast neuro-excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters
• Correlate neurotransmitters with receptor sites
• Relate synaptic activity to neural control
• Identify the microscopic anatomy of the muscle fiber
• Identify the physiology of muscle cell contraction
• Explain the physiology involved in myoneural junctions
• Explain energy production, storage, and consumption in the muscle cell

Analyze the roles of DNA and RNA in controlling cell function and genetics

• Describe DNA replication
• Show relationship to enzyme production
• Describe effect of mutations on cell function
• Contrast DNA and RNA structures and functions
• Distinguish among the three types of RNA

Evaluate the components of defense and immunity that support homeostasis

• Distinguish among active and passive immunity
• Describe the components of the immune system
• Describe nonspecific immunity
• Describe specific immunity
• Describe cellular immunity
• Describe humoral immunity
• Describe immune disorders

Analyze how cardiovascular physiology contributes to human health

• Examine the conductive system of the heart
• Examine the coronary circulation system
• Examine blood flow dynamics
• Examine factors affecting blood pressure
• Relate extrinsic and intrinsic factors that influence cardiac function
• Correlate the cardiac cycle with EKG and blood flow dynamics

Analyze renal physiology

• Correlate nephron structure to urine formation
• Describe urine formation
• Examine the role of hormonal control in kidney function
• Explain the role of the juxtaglomerular apparatus
• Explain the role of the kidney's vascular system in urine formation
• Explain the normal and abnormal constituents of urine and their significance

Evaluate the roles of different organ systems in maintaining adequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation

• Explain the mechanisms that influence hemodynamics
• Examine the mechanisms responsible for controlled blood flow through tissues
• Describe the compensatory mechanisms operating during shock
• Explain how alterations in blood, pCO₂, pH, and pO₂ influence ventilation
• Explain the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the tissues and lungs
• Explain the hormonal mechanism influencing hemodynamics
• Recognize the neurological mechanisms influencing hemodynamics
• Explain the mechanisms of gas transport

Distinguish among the processes of digestion, absorption, and assimilation

• Examine the absorption of nutrients
• Describe the transport of nutrients
• Examine the storage of nutrients
• Relate enzymes to digestion
• Relate hormones to digestion
• Examine the role of the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas in digestive and related metabolic functions

Correlate blood components and composition to homeostatic mechanisms

• Relate hematology lab reports to human health
• Identify the steps of hemostasis
• Identify the major lipid constituents in blood
• Discuss the blood's mechanism of transport
• Correlate ABO/RH compatibility

Correlate fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance to the homeostatic mechanisms responsible for their control

• Identify fluid compartments and the water and solute movement between them
• Diagram the mechanisms by which the water content of the body fluid is regulated
• Compare the composition of intracellular and extracellular fluids
• Describe mechanisms for regulating pH
• Describe respiratory acidosis, alkalosis, and compensatory mechanisms

Integrate genetics, development, and human reproductive physiology

• Compare mitosis with meiosis
• Distinguish between spermatogenesis and oogenesis
• Identify chromosomal abnormalities
• Describe the events of fertilization/fetal development
• Recognize fetal circulation
• Describe the hormonal changes during and after pregnancy
• Recognize patterns of human inheritance

Use appropriate scientific laboratory methods and safety precautions

• Identify hazards and safety equipment in the lab
• Select appropriate personal protective equipment
• Follow all laboratory practice expectations of the college

Analyze how the individual components of the endocrine system work as an integrated whole

• Relate endocrine function to homeostasis, including hypo- and hypersecretion
• Identify the advanced mechanisms of hormone actions
• Identify the mechanism of hormone transport
• Correlate the relationship of neural function and hormonal secretion
• Correlate the major hormones to the tissues and organs that secrete them
• Correlate the major hormones to their respective target tissues
• Explain control of hormone secretion
• Describe hormonal response to stress