The student learning objectives are as follows: 1) acquire and use the language of anatomy and physiology, 2) understand the levels of organization of the human body, 3) understand organ systems, and their components, processes, and functions, 4) have a thorough enough understanding of these principles that you may apply them to human behavior, health, physiology, and pathology in the future. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey.