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Anatomy &
Physiology IIOnline College Course
Cardiovascular through reproductive — the second half of the A&P sequence health programs require.
What You'll Learn
A full semester of anatomy & physiology ii — completed at your own pace, with no deadlines or fixed class times.
What You'll Be Able to Do
- Explain the composition, functions, and clinical significance of blood, including hemostasis and blood typing
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the heart, including cardiac muscle function, electrical conduction, and the cardiac cycle
- Compare the structure and function of blood vessels and explain circulation dynamics, including blood pressure, capillary exchange, and regulatory mechanisms
- Describe the structure and function of the lymphatic system and explain innate and adaptive immunity, including immune responses and related disorders
- Identify the organs of the respiratory system and explain the mechanics of breathing and gas exchange
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system, including digestion, absorption, and the role of accessory organs
- Explain major metabolic pathways and principles of nutrition, including energy balance and metabolic regulation
- Describe the anatomy of the urinary system and explain urine formation and the kidney's role in maintaining fluid, electrolyte, and homeostatic balance
- Explain the regulation of body fluid compartments, electrolyte balance, and acid–base balance, including common related disorders
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems and explain the hormonal regulation of reproduction
Major Course Topics
Course chapters and lessons
Anatomy & Physiology II has 10 chapters across 42 instructional hours, as listed in the course syllabus. Expand any chapter to see the lessons inside it.
- Chapters
- 10
- Lessons
- 63
- Instructional hours
- 42 hrs
- Semester hours
- 3
Chapter 1
The Cardiovascular System: Blood
- 1.1 An Overview of Blood
- 1.2 Production of the Formed Elements
- 1.3 Erythrocytes
- 1.4 Leukocytes and Platelets
- 1.5 Hemostasis
- 1.6 Blood Typing
Chapter 2
The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
- 2.1 Heart Anatomy
- 2.2 Cardiac Muscle and Electrical Activity
- 2.3 Cardiac Cycle
- 2.4 Cardiac Physiology
- 2.5 Development of the Heart
Chapter 3
The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation
- 3.1 Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
- 3.2 Blood Flow, Blood Pressure, and Resistance
- 3.3 Capillary Exchange
- 3.4 Homeostatic Regulation of the Vascular System
- 3.5 Circulatory Pathways
- 3.6 Development of Blood Vessels and Fetal Circulation
Chapter 4
The Lymphatic and Immune System
- 4.1 Anatomy of the Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- 4.2 Barrier Defenses and the Innate Immune Response
- 4.3 The Adaptive Immune Response: T Lymphocytes and Their Functional Types
- 4.4 The Adaptive Immune Response: B-Lymphocytes and Antibodies
- 4.5 The Immune Response against Pathogens
- 4.6 Diseases Associated with Depressed or Overactive Immune Responses
- 4.7 Transplantation and Cancer Immunology
Chapter 5
The Respiratory System
- 5.1 Organs and Structures of the Respiratory System
- 5.2 The Lungs
- 5.3 The Process of Breathing
- 5.4 Gas Exchange
- 5.5 Transport of Gases
- 5.6 Modifications in Respiratory Functions
- 5.7 Embryonic Development of the Respiratory System
Chapter 6
The Digestive System
- 6.1 Overview of the Digestive System
- 6.2 Digestive System Processes and Regulation
- 6.3 The Mouth, Pharynx, and Esophagus
- 6.4 The Stomach
- 6.5 The Small and Large Intestines
- 6.6 Accessory Organs in Digestion: The Liver, Pancreas, and Gallbladder
- 6.7 Chemical Digestion and Absorption: A Closer Look
Chapter 7
Metabolism and Nutrition
- 7.1 Overview of Metabolic Reactions
- 7.2 Carbohydrate Metabolism
- 7.3 Lipid Metabolism
- 7.4 Protein Metabolism
- 7.5 Metabolic States of the Body
- 7.6 Energy and Heat Balance
- 7.7 Nutrition and Diet
Chapter 8
The Urinary System
- 8.1 Physical Characteristics of Urine
- 8.2 Gross Anatomy of Urine Transport
- 8.3 Gross Anatomy of the Kidney
- 8.4 Microscopic Anatomy of the Kidney
- 8.5 Physiology of Urine Formation
- 8.6 Tubular Reabsorption
- 8.7 Regulation of Renal Blood Flow
- 8.8 Endocrine Regulation of Kidney Function
- 8.9 Regulation of Fluid Volume and Composition
- 8.10 The Urinary System and Homeostasis
Chapter 9
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance
- 9.1 Body Fluids and Fluid Compartments
- 9.2 Water Balance
- 9.3 Electrolyte Balance
- 9.4 Acid-Base Balance
- 9.5 Disorders of Acid-Base Balance
Chapter 10
The Reproductive System
- 10.1 Anatomy and Physiology of the Testicular Reproductive System
- 10.2 Anatomy and Physiology of the Ovarian Reproductive System
- 10.3 Development of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
These chapters come straight from the official course syllabus, which also sets out the graded assignment and the proctored final exam.
Course Details
| Course | Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 212) |
|---|---|
| Format | 100% online |
| Learning Style | Self-paced — no deadlines or class times |
| Credits | 3 College Credits |
| Lab | Separate — pair with the A&P II Lab (2 credits) |
| Prerequisites | A&P I recommended |
| Assessment | 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam |
| Estimated Completion | Self-paced · no deadlines |
| Credit Recommendation | NCCRS Credit Recommended |
| Transfer Information | Transferable via the credit recommendation above — your registrar can confirm your school's policy |
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- Pair with Anatomy & Physiology II Lab if your program requires it
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