Module 3S1 Reproductive Systems

Module 3 - Reproductive Systems

Introduction

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As you experienced the wild ride of puberty, you probably gained some personal knowledge about the unique features in both males and females that support sexual reproduction. These structures are specialized to perform unique functions to ensure production of the next generation and survival of the human species. You may already think that you know the differences between the male and female reproductive systems but, in this module, you will discover other structures that are unique and suited to perform specialized functions. Finally, you will study how sexually transmitted infections can affect the reproductive systems and possibly a developing fetus.

To understand how the human species has managed to increase its population on a constantly changing planet, you will examine the human reproductive systems. This module is split into two sections. In this first section you will examine the structures and functions of the human reproductive systems and the implications of sexually transmitted infections on fertility.

Since the module is split into two sections, the module assessment will also be split. The Section 1 Assessment will evaluate the reproductive systems and the Section 2 Assessment will evaluate hormone control of the reproductive systems.

In addition to the module assessments, you will be re-introduced to the three couples struggling with infertility who make up the fertility case study for the unit assessment.