NS 3420

NS 3420

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

Principles of human anatomy and physiology will be presented using anatomical models, drawings, dissections, and histology as well as non-invasive interactive assessments of physiological functions and review of clinical case studies. Weekly lecture will provide content connections with NS 3410. Emphasis will be on location, recognition, and description of anatomical structures and their relation to function. Content includes anatomical terminology, gross and microscopic anatomy, and regulation of various organ systems. Evaluation based on attendance, two lab practicums, and lab assignments.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Enrollment limited to: senior, junior, or sophomore students in Biology. Enrollment preference given to: DNS majors.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite or corequisite: introductory biology. Highly recommended: NS 3410.

Outcomes
  • Demonstrate the ability to readily identify components of the major organs systems and describe their location in the human body using anatomical terminology.
  • Demonstrate the ability to predict the physiological consequences of imbalances in the homeostatic regulation of the major organ systems.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how organ systems are integrated at the whole body level.

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 12364 NS 3420   LEC 001

    • T Online Meeting
    • Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
    • Lujan, M

      Michael, J

  • Instruction Mode: Online
    NOTE: NO FURTHER ENROLLMENT ALLOWED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. Co-register: NS 3410; Enrollment limited to: college biology; senior, junior, or sophomore standing, priority to Dietetics (DPD) students and DNS majors; Labs meet 1st week of class - no admittance after 1st week. Please contact DNS Academic Affairs (aadns@cornell.edu) if you are not able to enroll.

  • 12365 NS 3420   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    NOTE: NO FURTHER ENROLLMENT ALLOWED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. Co-register: NS 3410; Enrollment limited to: college biology; senior, junior, or sophomore standing, priority to Dietetics (DPD) students and DNS majors; Labs meet 1st week of class - no admittance after 1st week. Please contact DNS Academic Affairs (aadns@cornell.edu) if you are not able to enroll.
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 12366 NS 3420   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    NOTE: NO FURTHER ENROLLMENT ALLOWED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. Co-register: NS 3410; Enrollment limited to: college biology; senior, junior, or sophomore standing, priority to Dietetics (DPD) students and DNS majors; Labs meet 1st week of class - no admittance after 1st week. Please contact DNS Academic Affairs (aadns@cornell.edu) if you are not able to enroll.
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 12367 NS 3420   LAB 403

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    NOTE: NO FURTHER ENROLLMENT ALLOWED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. Co-register: NS 3410; Enrollment limited to: college biology; senior, junior, or sophomore standing, priority to Dietetics (DPD) students and DNS majors; Labs meet 1st week of class - no admittance after 1st week. Please contact DNS Academic Affairs (aadns@cornell.edu) if you are not able to enroll.
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 19995 NS 3420   LAB 404

    • W Online Meeting
    • Feb 8 - May 14, 2021
    • Lujan, M

      Michael, J

  • Instruction Mode: Online
    NOTE: NO FURTHER ENROLLMENT ALLOWED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. Co-register: NS 3410; Enrollment limited to: college biology; senior, junior, or sophomore standing, priority to Dietetics (DPD) students and DNS majors; Labs meet 1st week of class - no admittance after 1st week. Please contact DNS Academic Affairs (aadns@cornell.edu) if you are not able to enroll.