In this publication, the authors take students through the work needed for a one semester course on anatomy and physiology in a manner that is challenging. The students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, abstraction and concept integration.

An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology -- The Chemical Level of Organization -- Cell Structure and Function -- The Tissue Level of Organization -- The Integumentary System -- The Skeletal System -- The Muscular System -- The Nervous System -- The General and Special Senses -- The Endocrine System -- The Cardiovascular System: Blood -- The Cardiovascular System: The Heart -- The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation -- The Lymphoid System and Immunity -- The Respiratory System -- The Digestive System -- Nutrition and Metabolism -- The Urinary System -- The Reproductive System -- Development and Inheritance.