This course and its companion course, Human Anatomy and Physiology 2, deal with the relationship between structure and function in human biology. Lectures emphasize basic concepts in biology and the role of the major organ systems of the human body. Laboratory activities examine anatomical relationships and the physiological functioning of human organs.
Prerequisites
Biology 11, Biology 12, Chemistry 11, Precalculus 11, all with a minimum grade of 'C+'; or active registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia.
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What you will learn
- Biochemical Concepts in Biology
- Cell Biology
- Histology
- Nervous System (components, anatomy of nerves, brain structure and function, neural and synaptic transmission, drugs and anaesthesia
- Sensory Systems
- Endocrine System
- Reproductive System
- Pregnancy and Development
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41673 |
January 5, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Lab Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41674 |
January 5, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Online Lab Lecture |
VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41688 |
January 5, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Lab Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41700 |
January 5, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Online Lab Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61011 |
May 4, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Online Lab |
Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61012 |
May 4, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61153 |
April 27, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† 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.