Learning Objectives |
Home-Based Research |
You should be able to:
(a) identify on diagrams, the male reproductive system and give the functions of: testes, scrotum, sperm ducts, prostate gland, urethra and penis (b) identify on diagrams, the female reproductive system and give the functions of: ovaries, oviducts, uterus, cervix and vagina (c) briefly describe the menstrual cycle with reference to the alternation of menstruation and ovulation, the natural variation in its length, and the fertile and infertile phases of the cycle with reference to the effects of progesterone and estrogen only (d) describe fertilisation and early development of the zygote simply in terms of the formation of a ball of cells which becomes implanted in the wall of the uterus (e) state the functions of the amniotic sac and the amniotic fluid (f) describe the function of the placenta and umbilical cord in relation to exchange of dissolved nutrients, gases and excretory products. (Structural details are not required) (g) discuss the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and methods by which it may be controlled |
These are the resources you need to go through at home before coming for class:
Your OpinionThere are 35.3 million people in the world living or infected with AIDS/HIV (2012). Sub-Saharan Africa remains the most severely affected, with nearly 1 in every 20 adults living with HIV and accounting for 71% of the people living with HIV world-wide. In Congo alone, there is an estimated 520 000 people inflicted with the deadly virus.
If YOU were the Prime Minister of Congo, suggest and describe ONE implementation that you think can actually reduce the spread of the disease. Your citizens are counting on you. Do not let them down... |
Lesson Slides
Do go through the powerpoint on your own and fill up the blanks in your notes BEFORE you come to class.