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Physiology 1,2 Honors (HP) (6153, 6154)    - SITE ADOPTED COURSE -


Approved Site(s):
 Approved for La Jolla, Mira Mesa, and Scripps Ranch High Schools. Other schools may not offer this course without prior approval from the Interdivisional Curriculum Committee.

Grade Range:
 11–12
 Prerequisites:
 Biology 1,2 with a grade of C or better; Chemistry 1,2 with a grade of C or better
 Course duration:
 Two semesters
Subject area in which graduation credit will be given:
 Science; weighted
 UC subject area satisfied:
 d - Laboratory Science
Course Description:
 

Honors Physiology is designed for students who wish to investigate the structure and function of the human body through the study of homeostatic conditions. The course includes various dissections, such as a cat and other mammalian specimens. Emphasis focuses on statistics in physiology, buffer systems (acid-based chemistry), the integumentary system, muscular-skeletal movement, forensic anthropology, neurophysiology, cardio-fitness, human nutrition, and awareness of sexually transmitted diseases. The course is aligned to NGSS, integrating Disciplinary Core Ideas from Life Science, Crosscutting Concepts and Science and Engineering Practices.Safety protocol is emphasized.

State Course Code(s):
 9335 - Anatomy and Physiology
Basic Texts and Teaching Guides:
 Tortora and Derrickson, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, Peoples/John Wiley, 2006.