Honors Anatomy and Physiology teaches students about each of the eleven systems found in the human body, the intricate relationship between these systems, and the physiological mechanisms by which these systems work, both collaboratively and independently. This course covers the material in much greater detail than the regular Anatomy and Physiology course. Specific goals to be accomplished by each student throughout the course include learning the unique role of each system—both anatomically and physiologically— the role of the independent structures found within each system, the importance of each system in general homeostasis and well-being, and the impacts of disease on each of these systems. Various guest speakers from related fields are brought in to discuss their experiences and expertise as they pertain to the subjects being studied. In addition, this course has an extensive laboratory component.  Laboratory time includes various activities such as identification of each of the major structures within each system, reflex and sense exploration, examination of bones and muscles, and an extensive cat dissection.

Additional Expectations: Memorization of structures is extremely important, and quizzing and testing are frequent. An extensive cat dissection project occurs in the second semester.