WESTCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Valhalla, New York

Dr. G. Bernardi Phone No. 606-6183

Office: Sc. 229 606-6916
Email: gary.bernardi@sunywcc.edu 606-6910

Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology II

Text: Human Anatomy and Physiology, E. Marieb (Latest Edition)

Lecture Outline:

Week of:

5/22 Introduction

Blood:
- General characteristics
Blood:
- Erythrocytes (hemoglobin)
- Anemias
- Leukocytes (granulocytes and agranulocytes)
- Leukemias
- Platelets
Blood:
- Plasma
- Hemostasis
- Thromboembolytic disorders
- Bleeding disorders

5/29 EXAM I (Blood)

Cardiovascular System:
- Heart anatomy
- Properties of cardiac muscle
- Mechanisms and events of contraction
Cardiovascular System:
- Intrinsic conduction system of the heart
- Extrinsic innervation
- EKG; Heart sounds
- Cardiac cycle
Cardiovascular System:
- Cardiac output
- Heart regulation
- Fetal circulation

6/5 EXAM II (Heart)

Cardiovascular System:
- Anatomy of arteries, veins and capillaries
- Blood flow
- Blood pressure
- Capillary dynamics
 Lymphatic System:
- General concepts
Immune System:
- General concepts

6/12 EXAM III (Blood vessels; blood dynamics; lymphatic

system; immune system)

Respiratory System:
- Anatomy
- Mechanics of breathing
- Respiratory volumes and capacities
- Gas exchange
Respiratory System:
- Transport of respiratory gases
- Hemoglobin saturation curve
Respiratory System:
- Bohr effect and Haldane effect
- Control of respiration
- Respiratory disorders

Digestive System:
- Anatomy
- Ingestion and propulsion
- Mechanical digestion
- Chemical digestion
Digestive System:
- Absorption
- Elimination
- Digestive disorders

6/19 EXAM IV (Respiratory system)

Urinary System:
- Anatomy
- Nephron (glomerulus and renal tubules)
- Juxtaglomerular apparatus
Urinary System:
- Formation of urine (filtration, reabsorption and secretion)
- Concentration and dilution of urine
- General characteristics of urine
- Micturition
Urinary System:
- Regulation of blood volume/pressure; acid-base balance

6/22 FINAL EXAM: 1st hour: Digestive System

Urinary System
2nd hour: Cumulative

*The scheduling of exams and the number of exams are subject to change; notification of such changes will
be announced during the course.