VET 131 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology II

1. Interpret and use anatomic and physiologic terminology.
2. Classify the composition of the male and female reproductive system and differentiate common gross patterns of reproductive disease states and pregnancy.
3. Contrast the stages and describe the progression of parturition.
4. Relate the composition of the mammary glands, and illustrate the functions of the normal and the pathology of the abnormal mammary gland
5. Illustrate the function the anatomy and functions of the urinary excretory system and distinguish the pathologic processes that take place.
6. Assess the aspects of pH, fluid, and electrolyte homeostasis physiology.
7. Identify and compare the aspects of the special sense components of the nervous system and their association with clinical disorders.
8. Illustrate, compare and contrast the anatomy and function of the nervous system, neurohormonal system, and assess the clinical disorders observed in relation to this system.

1. Describe male and female reproductive systems.
2. Explain reproduction, conception, and pregnancy.
3. Explain reproductive endocrinology.
4. List the stages of parturition.
5. Explain the anatomy and function of mammary glands.
6. Explain lactation.
7. Describe the structure and the functions of the endocrine system.
8. Describe anatomy of the urinary system.
9. Describe urinary disorders and terminology.
10. Explain physiologic formation of urine.
11. Explain fluid, electrolyte and acid-base homeostasis.
12. Describe the nervous system, functions and structures.
13. List the nervous system divisions, structure and functions, including the anatomy of the brain.
14. Describe nervous system disorders and terminology.
15. Describe and identify special sense organs, including: taste, smell, and general sensations.
16. List special sense organs disorders and terminology.

1. Reproductive System
   1. Male
      1. Structure and function
      2. Disorders
   2. Female
      1. Structure and function
      2. Disorders
   3. Fertilization and pregnancy
      1. Estrus cycle
      2. Ovulators
      3. Fertilization and implantation
      4. Embryo development
   4. Parturition
   5. Milk production
      1. Structure and function of mammary glands
      2. Hormones
2. Endocrine System
   1. Structure and functions
   2. Glands and hormones
3. Urinary System
   1. Structure and function
      1. Kidneys
      2. Ureters
      3. Urinary bladder
      4. Urethra
   2. Urine formation
   3. Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base homeostasis
   4. Disorders and terminology
4. Nervous System
   1. Tissue structure and function
   2. Divisions
      1. Central
      2. Peripheral
      3. Autonomic
         1. Sympathetic
         2. Parasympathetic
   3. Brain
   4. Disorders and terminology
5. Special Senses Organs
   1. Olfactory (smell)
   2. Gustatory (taste)
   3. Visual (eye)
   4. Auditory (ear)
   5. Vestibular (mechanical)
   6. Disorders and medical terminology