Anatomy and Physiology

About the Course

One look at classic anatomical sketches such as Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man, created from the artist's meticulous observations of dissected cadavers, can inspire a deep interest in the body and how it works. Doctors and scientists continue to discover new information about how bodies function. This course surveys the human body's immune, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems, paying special attention to cells and tissues. Keeping with the theme that structure dictates function, you'll examine the systems individually and then explore their interconnectedness through readings, lectures, discussions, and labs, which culminate in the dissection of a fetal pig. As you develop an understanding of the intricacies of the human body, you'll learn techniques employed in the health sciences.
Typical Class Size: 18-20

Learning Objectives

Model the interrelatedness of three systems working to maintain homeostasis in the human body
Provide an example from each level of organization of the human body (cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems) to show that structure dictates the function of different systems in the human body
Select, review, and report on a disease or dysfunction that can impact one human body system, including the causes, how it would manifest in qualitative or quantitative data, and how it contrasts to a properly functioning system
Maintain a laboratory notebook of scientific observations including measurements and data, correctly labeled anatomical sketches of dissections to organs and a fetal pig, and comparisons/contrasts of human body systems
Demonstrate awareness of skills and tools necessary to complete a scientific dissection by observing and critiquing the dissection skills of co-researchers, based on a peer-developed set of criteria

About Advanced Enrichment courses

These courses offer above-grade-level material that is presented in a novel context, explored with other advanced learners, and guided by a CTY educator to help prepare students for higher-order thinking and college-style academic challenges. Students work individually and may finish the course early if they complete all requirements before the course end date.

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Requirements

CTY courses have grade-level requirements and most require minimum test scores. Some courses may also have prerequisites.

Identification Details

Grade 7–8

Identification Level

Quantitative - CTY-Level

Coursework Prerequisites None

Dates and Tuition

All CTY courses require you to create an account and confirm Identification Level before enrolling can be completed.

In Person

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD

Residential Site

Summer B 2026

Jul 12, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026

$7,801 Residential

$6,969 Commuter

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Register by: July 2, 2026

Full Waitlist Available

Time Commitment:

Important Information

This course has a lab fee of $187.

Course Materials
Students should bring basic school supplies like pens, notebooks, and folders to their summer program. You will be notified of any additional items needed before the course begins. All other materials will be provided by CTY.

Sample Reading
These titles have been featured in past sessions of the course and may be included this summer. CTY provides students with all texts; no purchase is required.

Mader’s Understanding Human Anatomy & Physiology, by Susannah Nelson Longenbaker

Ursinus College

Collegeville, PA

Residential Site

Summer B 2026

Jul 19, 2026 - Aug 7, 2026

$7,549 Residential

$6,717 Commuter

You will be asked to join or sign in first.

Register by: July 12, 2026

Time Commitment:

Important Information

This course has a lab fee of $187.

Sample Reading
These titles have been featured in past sessions of the course and may be included this summer. CTY provides students with all texts; no purchase is required.

Mader’s Understanding Human Anatomy & Physiology, by Susannah Nelson Longenbaker

Registration Fee and Financial Aid

Tuition and fees will be waived or reduced for students who qualify for financial aid.

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