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BIO 160: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology and Lab

Professor: Dr. James S. Jacob
Fall 2008

One-semester introductory course examining structure and function of the major systems of the human body.  Basic principles and concepts of these systems are examined.  Does not meet Nursing program prerequisites.  Prerequisite: Satisfactory placement or co-enrollment. Three lecture, three lab.

Biology 160 is a "hybrid" course.  The lecture component is offered via the Internet.  The required laboratory component will be conducted at the times/locations listed below given sufficient enrollment. You must travel to a campus for the laboratories. Concurrent enrollment in one of the following labs is required. 4 credits. Three hour lecture and three hour laboratory per week.

* BioLab Section 96453: White Mountain Campus in Show Low, Monday, 8:00-10:44 AM, or
* BioLab Section 96451: Little Colorado Campus in Winslow, Wednesday, 8:00-10:44 AM.

You must be an experienced Internet user who owns a personal computer with one of the following software configurations to take this course.  A high-speed Internet connection is necessary to support the graphics/video files used in the course.

Operating System
Internet Browser
Windows XP or Vista Firefox 2.0+
Macintosh OS 10.3, 10.4, or 10.5 Firefox 2.0+ or Safari 2.0+

You will need Adobe Reader, Macromedia Flash player, and Apple QuickTime player loaded on your computer.  All of these programs are free downloads.