Human Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 1602)

This course is an admission requirement for entrance into the Practical Nursing Program. This is an intensive course in which learners become familiar with the terminology used in health professions, and the anatomy and physiology of the human integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems.
Course code: BIOL 1602
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=BIOL&number=1602

Prerequisites

Pre-Calculus 11 with a minimum grade of 'C' or Foundations of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 'C' or equivalent; Biology 12 with a minimum grade of 'C' or equivalent (completion within the last five years is recommended); English 12 with a minimum grade of 'B' or equivalent or English Language Proficiency at a grade 12 level.

Schedule †

BIOL 1602 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
42079January 6, 2025
to April 23, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies		Gallagher, Zoe
42080January 6, 2025
to April 23, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies		Gallagher, Zoe
61363May 5, 2025
to August 22, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies		Tala, Carlo
61364May 5, 2025
to August 22, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies		Tala, Carlo

Additional Information

  • Introduction to Tissues
  • Integumentary System
  • Osseous Tissue and Skeletal System
  • Articulations
  • Muscle Tissue and Muscle System
  • Nervous Tissue
  • Spinal Nerves and Spinal Reflexes
  • The Brain and Cranial Nerves
  • Neural Integration
  • Special Senses
  • Endocrine System
  • Cardiovascular System (blood, heart and vessels)
  • Lymphatic and Immune System
  • Respiratory System
  • Digestive System
  • Urinary System (including fluids and electrolytes)
  • Reproductive System

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.