Red Comet Anatomy In this course students will explore the anatomy or structure of the human body. In addition to learning anatomical terminology, students will study and the main systems of the body including integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, reproductive, and nervous systems. In addition to identifying the bones, muscles, and organs, students will study the structure of cells and tissues within the body. *This course is recommended for grades 10-12 UNIT 1: CELLS, SKIN, & SENSORY ORGANS Section 1.1: Intro to Anatomy Section 1.2: Cell & Skin Anatomy Section 1.3: Sensory Organs Compare systemic and regional anatomy Evaluate the systemic and cellular organization of the body Identify the major regions, cavities, and membranes of the body Develop an understanding of medical terms in order to communicate with health professionals Appropriately use the terms orientation and movement Identify the parts and functions of hair and nails Identify the types of glands and their functions Identify and define parts of the cell Identify possible issues related to the integumentary system Explain the effects of aging Interpret the causes of blisters and calluses Explain freckles, melanoma, and burns Identify parts and explain the function of the integumentary system Explain the cell theory Explain the difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes Classify the structures of the ear Summarize the primary functions of the ear Summarize issues associated with the ear Develop ways to prevent ear problems Illustrate common eye issues Evaluate when you should seek medical attention for an eye issue Locate the external structures of the eye Describe the internal structures of the eye
UNIT 2: DIGESTIVE & SKELETAL SYSTEMS Section 2.1: Digestive System Section 2.2: Axial Skeleton Section 2.3: Appendicular Skeleton Discover the principal function of the digestive system Outline the structures of the digestive system Explain the pathway food travels through the body Describe the structures within the gastrointestinal tract Explain the functions of the accessory digestive organs Differentiate between the G.I. tract and the accessory organs of the digestive system Describe the symptoms of a cleft palate, cirrhosis, and hepatitis Discuss ways to prevent and treat a cleft palate, cirrhosis, and hepatitis Analyze and discuss struggles involved with limited diets Research and compile information about various digestive issues Discover the principal function of the digestive system Outline the structures of the digestive system Explain the pathway food travels through the body Describe the structures within the gastrointestinal tract Explain the functions of the accessory digestive organs Differentiate between the G.I. tract and the accessory organs of the digestive system Describe the symptoms of a cleft palate, cirrhosis, and hepatitis Discuss ways to prevent and treat a cleft palate, cirrhosis, and hepatitis Analyze and discuss struggles involved with limited diets Research and compile information about various digestive issues Locate and identify the bones of the pectoral girdle Locate and identify the bones of the ribcage Explain the function of the ribcage Identify the bones of the wrist and hand Name the bones in the arm Locate and name the bones of the legs, ankle, and foot Describe specific characteristics of the bones in the legs, ankle, and foot Explain the causes and symptoms of at least five skeletal issues Understand how to prevent many skeletal issues Analyze and discuss the process of bone repair Research and compile information about various bone and skeletal issues
UNIT 3: MUSCULAR SYSTEM & ARTICULATIONS Section 3.1: Muscular System I Section 3.2: Muscular System II Section 3.3: Articulations Describe the functions of the muscular system Compare and contrast the three types of muscles Identify the structures within a skeletal muscle Interpret how muscles received their name Locate the muscles of the upper body Locate the muscles that act on the forearm Explain the movements that occur at the elbow joint Illustrate how muscles act on the skull, ribcage, and vertebral column Depict how muscles aid in breathing Identify the muscles that move the wrist and hands Describe the movements of the wrist and hand Analyze and discuss the role of strength training for women Research and compile information about various muscle issues Describe the functions of the muscular system Compare and contrast the three types of muscles Identify the structures within a skeletal muscle Interpret how muscles received their name Locate the muscles of the upper body Locate the muscles that act on the forearm Explain the movements that occur at the elbow joint Illustrate how muscles act on the skull, ribcage, and vertebral column Depict how muscles aid in breathing Identify the muscles that move the wrist and hands Describe the movements of the wrist and hand Analyze and discuss the role of strength training for women Research and compile information about various muscle issues Recognize the symptoms of problems with the structures that surround joints Discuss the risk factors, treatment, and prevention of articulation issues Compare and contrast the different types of synovial joints Inspect the supportive structures associated with synovial joints Classify joints by function and structure Compare and contrast between fibrous and cartilaginous joints Correctly classify principal joints of the body Inspect where principal joints of the body are located Analyze and discuss the effects of injury on the body Research and compile information about various joint issues
UNIT 4: NERVOUS & CIRCULATORY SYSTEMS Section 4.1: Central Nervous System Section 4.2: Peripheral Nervous System Section 4.3: Circulatory System Identify the role of the nervous system Examine the functions and structures of the nervous system Characterize a developmental problem of the central nervous system Recognize injuries to the central nervous system Explain an example of a disorder of the central nervous system Describe a degenerative disease of the central nervous system Identify the structures within the forebrain and hindbrain Discern where the midbrain is and explain its responsibility Describe the basic functions of the structures within the brain. Describe and characterize the structures that protect the central nervous system. Identify the structures that comprise the spinal cord. Analyze and discuss the traits of right and left brain Research and compile information about various issues of the central nervous system Identify the spinal nerves of the human body Describe the four plexuses and the areas they innervate Detect important nerves within each plexus Dissect the anatomy of a nerve Contrast between afferent and efferent nerves Outline the peripheral nervous system Identify the names, Roman numeral, and function of the cranial nerves Distinguish between sensory and mixed cranial nerves Characterize problems of the peripheral nervous system Compare and contrast between paresthesia, carpal tunnel syndrome, Bell s palsy, and peripheral neuropathy Analyze and discuss ways to prevent heart disease Research and compile information about various issues of the heart and circulatory system Demonstrate how a circulatory issue affects the body Inspect a heart issue and how it affects the body Explain the path blood travels through the heart Identify the major anatomical features of the heart Describe the facets of the internal conduction system of the heart Locate the principal veins of the body Differentiate between principal veins and arteries Examine how arteries and veins are composed Differentiate between arteries and veins Identify the principal arteries of the body Describe the areas served by the principal arteries of the body Analyze and discuss ways to prevent heart disease Research and compile information about various issues of the heart and circulatory system
UNIT 5: RESPIRATORY, URINARY, REPRODUCTIVE, & ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS Section 5.1: Respiratory & Urinary Systems Section 5.2: Reproductive Systems Section 5.3: Endocrine & Lymphatic Systems Recognize and know how to respond to choking Differentiate between a sore throat and tonsillitis Illustrate how asthma affects the respiratory system Identify the primary functions of the respiratory system Describe the structures within the conducting zone of the respiratory system Compare and contrast the different zones within the respiratory system Understand the structures that operate the respiratory system Discover the primary functions of the urinary system Analyze the structures within the urinary system Differentiate between different urinary system issues Examine the symptoms, risk factors, treatments, and prevention of urinary system problems Analyze and discuss how environmental factors, such as air quality, can affect body function Research and compile information about various respiratory and urinary issues Compare and contrast between the female and male reproductive systems Identify the structures of the female reproductive system Describe a few common reproductive issues Contrast between male and female reproductive issues Differentiate between the reproductive systems and other body systems Describe the structures of the male reproductive system Analyze and discuss your opinion on comprehensive reproductive education Research and compile information about various issues of the reproductive issues Describe the primary functions of the lymphatic system Identify principal lymph nodes and lymphatic organs Summarize how problems associated with the endocrine system effect the body Report the symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of three endocrine system issues Define and describe issues of the lymphatic system Summarize risk factors, treatments, and ways to prevent issues of the lymphatic system Classify the glands of body as either exocrine glands or endocrine glands Identify the principal endocrine glands of the body and the hormones they secrete Analyze and discuss various careers of interest and the importance of anatomical knowledge in those careers Research and compile information about various endocrine and lymphatic issues