Aug 05, 2026  
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

BIO 172 Anatomy and Physiology II

Credits: (4)
This is the second part of a two-semester study of the structure and function of the human body. The following body systems are covered: cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, immune, digestive, and reproductive. The laboratory component includes dissection, microscopy, and examination of 3-dimensional models. This course is for students preparing for, Nursing (A.A.S.) Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.) Surgical Technology (A.A.S.) , and other health-related professions. This course is inappropriate for students preparing for medicine or dentistry. Does not fulfill the lab science sequence requirement for most Math/Science students, but does fulfill the science elective requirement for Math/Science students. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171 .

Designation(s): Liberal Arts

Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify and describe the anatomy of organ systems.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of the physiology of organ systems.