BSC 1083 chapter objectives
The Reproductive System

Textbook chapter: 27.


1. Describe the general function of the reproductive system.
2. Describe the processes of spermatogenesis and oogenesis.
3. Describe the gross anatomy of the ducts, organs, and glands of the male reproductive system. Define their functions.
4. Be able to follow the sperm from where it is produced to the point where it exits the male.
5. Describe the histology of the testes, including both hormone and sperm producing cells.
6. Describe the role of testosterone.
7. Describe the gross anatomy of the ducts, organs, and glands of the female reproductive system. Define their functions.
8. Be able to follow the sperm from where it enters the female to the point where it fertilizes the ova.
9. Describe the histology of the ovaries, including both hormone and ova producing cells.
10. Describe the role of progesterone and estrogen.

Be able to recognize the following structures.

scrotum vagina
testes ovary
seminiferous tubules primare follicle, mature follicle (follicular cells)
prostate uterine(fallopian) tubes
seminal vesicle uterus (myometrium, endometirum,. perimetrium)
ductus deferens secondary oocyte
sperm mammary glands
penis mammary ducts

Professor Thomas M. Lancraft

Human Anatomy Course 
at St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus

04/2007