BIOL 1300 Anatomy and Physiology 1

Name: Anatomy and Physiology 1
Rating: 3.77 (744 reviews)

This course lays the foundation for the understanding of human anatomy and physiology. The first portion of the course covers cellular and molecular aspects of eukaryotic cell function: basic chemistry, macromolecules, cell structure, membrane transport, metabolism, gene expression, cell cycle control, and genetics. The course continues with the study of several organ systems. Beginning with the Integument, which is followed by the Skeletal and Muscular Systems, and ending this first semester with the Nervous System. The cellular and molecular basis for the functions of these systems is an integral element of this portion of the course.

Course overview

Department: Biology
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Undergraduate
Offered: Every Fall,Every Summer

Catalog details

Corequisites: BIOL1310
Satisfies core: Natural Science

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Requirements fulfilled

Nursing B.S.: Freshman Year, Semester I (Typical Plan of Study for Class of 2019 and Forward)
Humanities, Health, and Culture: Minor Requirements (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
University Core: Natural Science (All undergraduates)

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Official evaluation summary

3.77 / 5

Based on 744 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Katherine Zink
Fall 2026
Devin Mott
Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 · Official rating 4.37/5
Haley Barlow
Fall 2025 · Official rating 2.26/5
Lisa Nelson
Fall 2021 · Official rating 2.52/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Katherine Zink · Mcguinn Hall 121 TuTh 08:00AM-09:15AM · Offered