Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology II Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

RADR-1318-001 Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology II

Prerequisites

RADR 1317

Course Description

Instruction in comprehensive human anatomy and physiology to the image. The advanced localization and identification of human anatomy and the radiographic image is emphasized.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Body Structures and Functions, Scott and Fong. 11th ed.  The student will be expected to bring the textbook to each class session.  A medical dictionary is also strongly recommended.

Supplies

\ It is recommended that the student write lecture notes on loose-leaf paper that can be inserted into a 3-ring binder.  This binder approach will also permit the insertion of handouts which are provided periodically throughout the course.

Student Performance

\ End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain the functions of the systems of the human body; comprehensively identify the organs and structures of each system; and identify all pertinent anatomy on radiographs.

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\ RADR 1317 is included in the Radiography curriculum to provide the future Radiographer with an entry-level anatomy and physiology knowledge necessary to evaluate a radiograph for anatomical information.

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\ Specific goals and objectives (competencies) will follow later in this syllabus.

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\ Given the course textbooks, lab manual, personal notes, handouts, and other course materials, the student should be able to do each of the following on a written examination AS EVALUATED BY THE COURSE INSTRUCTOR with an accuracy of not less than 75%:

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\    CHAPTER 11 - Endocrine System
\     1.    List the glands that made up the endocrine system.
\     2.    Describe negative feedback hormonal control.
\     3.    Name the hormones of the endocrine system and describe their functions.
\     4.    Describe the role of prostaglandins.

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\    CHAPTER 12 - Blood
\     7.    List the principal components of blood and describe the function of each.
\     8.    Recognize the significance of the various blood types.
\     9.    Describe the invasive procedure known as venipuncture.

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\     CHAPTER 13 - Heart
\     11.    Describe the functions of the circulatory system.
\     12.    List the principal components of the circulatory system.
\     13.    Describe the structure of the heart.
\     14.    Describe the control of heart contractions.
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\     CHAPTER 14 - Circulation and Blood Vessels
\     17.    Trace the path of cardiopulmonary circulation.
\     18.    Name and describe the specialized circulatory systems.
\     19.    Trace the blood flow in fetal circulation.
\     20.    List and describe the types of blood vessels.
\     21.    Name and locate the principal arteries and veins.

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\     CHAPTER 15 - The Lymphatic System
\     23.    Describe the lymphatic system.
\     24.    Name and locate the principal parts of the lymphatic system.
\     25.    Describe the structure and function of lymph nodes.
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\     CHAPTER 17 - Respiratory System
\     31.    Describe the functions of the respiratory system.
\     32.    Describe the structures and functions of the organs of respiration.
\     33.    Explain the breathing and respiratory process.
\     34.    Discuss how breathing is controlled by neural and chemical factors.

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\     CHAPTER 18 - Digestive system
\     36.    Describe the general functions of the digestive system.
\     37.    List the structures and describe the functions of the digestive system.
\     38.    Describe the action of the enzymes on carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
\     39.    Trace food from the beginning of the digestive process to the end.
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\     CHAPTER 20 - Urinary/Excretory System
\     46.    Explain the functions of the excretory organs.
\     47.    Describe the structure and functions of the organs in the urinary system.
\     48.    Explain how the kidneys regulate water balance.
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\     CHAPTER 21 - Reproductive System
\     50.    Compare somatic cell division (mitosis) with germ cell division (meiosis).
\     51.    Explain the process of fertilization.
\     52.    Identify the organs of the female reproductive system and explain their functions.
\     53.    Explain menopause and the changes which occur during this time.
\     54.    Describe the stages and changes which occur during the menstrual cycle.
\     55.    Identify the organs of the male reproductive system and explain their functions.
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Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

\ COURSE ETHICS

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\ Each student will be required to prepare written assignments and take written examinations as a part of this course.  Students should be keenly aware of the instructor’s policies relative to the ethics regarding plagiarism and any other unethical student conduct that may occur relative to a scored activity.
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\ PLAGIARISM is the theft of another person’s work or thinking.  Words as well as ideas are intellectual property and can be stolen from another person as easily as money or property.   As such, plagiarism can be a violation of criminal law.  Even in those cases where the law may not be technically violated, plagiarism is unethical.  Frankly, it is simply the wrong thing to do. 
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\ In this course, it is considered plagiarism to copy the work of another student.  No student may COPY ANOTHER STUDENT’S WORK on any assignment for credit!   Likewise, copying the published work of another person is illegal without the express permission of that person (e.g. internet and journal articles).  Portions of a published work may be quoted provided the quote is properly cited.
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\ Unethical conduct during a quiz or examination is also simply the wrong thing to do.  To say the least, for a student pursuing a health-related career, unethical conduct may be considered a reliable predictor of unacceptable job performance in the medical environment.  If a student makes a choice to “cheat” on a test, will that student also make similar choices relative to accurate patient care? This instructor takes the position that a dishonest student in the classroom may indeed pose a threat to the safety of any patient who comes into contact with that student.  Healthcare employers take a similar position. The health care industry and Amarillo College will not tolerate this type of unprofessionalism.     
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\ At Amarillo College, there are grave academic penalties for any unethical conduct on the part of any student. The policy and penalty for such conduct is provided in the “General Catalog” as follows:
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\ “A high standard of conduct is expected of all students.  It is assumed that obedience to the law, respect for properly constituted authority, personal honor, integrity and common sense will guide the actions of each member of the college community both in and out of the classroom.  Any student who fails to perform according to expected standards may be disciplined.”
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\ One should conclude from this statement that unethical course conduct is absolutely unacceptable by Amarillo College policy.  To be more specific, in this course, plagiarism, dishonesty, or any other unethical course conduct, is cause, at the minimum, for a final course grade of “F” regardless of other grades earned to-date in the course.  At the maximum, it may be cause to request the college administration to dismiss the student from the radiography program and Amarillo College.
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\ This instructor practices zero-tolerance in a matter related to any violation of course ethics.  A student should not risk earning a failing grade in this course, and possibly any future enrollment privileges at Amarillo College, as the result of any unethical behavior.

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\ CLASSROOM DISTRACTIONS

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\ It is assumed that each college student, as an adult, is expected to adhere to standard classroom protocol to avoid distracting others while a class is in progress. This can include talking with others at inappropriate times, sleeping, eating, etc. Such behavior is not acceptable.

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\ A more recent technology-driven distraction is the use of a cell phone during a class session. The use of a cell phone during a class session is absolutely not acceptable. The student should take time to silence his or her cell phone BEFORE the class session begins to avoid a difference of opinion with the instructor should the phone "ring" during the class session. Likewise, texting during a class session is absolutely not acceptable.

Grading Criteria

\ The final course grade will be computed as follows:
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\ 1. All major examination results will be averaged. The major exam average will count 50% of the total course grade.
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\ 2. Quizzes and any outside assignments will be averaged together and will count 30% of the
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\ 3. The final examination will be comprehensive and will count 20% of the total course grade.
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\ The following grade scale applies throughout this course:
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\ A = 91.5 - 100
\ B = 82.5 - 91.4
\ C = 74.5 - 82.4
\ F = less than 74.5
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\ Note: A grade of "D" is not possible in this course!
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\ Percents on all scored activites are rounded as follows:
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\ 0.1 – 0.4 percents are rounded down to the nearest whole number
\ 0.5 – 0.9 percents are rounded up to the nearest whole number
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\ Under special circumstances, it may be necessary for the course instructor to issue a final course grade of “incomplete” to provide additional time for the student to satisfactorily complete the course. Such circumstances are rare and must be authorized by the instructor and supported by the program director. A final grade of “incomplete” may NOT be used to give a “second-chance” to pass a course. When a final grade of “incomplete” is appropriate, a written contract to remove the “I” will be prepared by the course instructor and signed by the instructor, student, and program director. Normally, the grade of “I” must be converted to a passing grade within 90 days of the conclusion of the course. Under a very rare circumstance, a time extension of an additional 90 days is possible. Each case will be handled on an individual basis and no one case shall set a precedent for another case. If the “I” is not removed in accordance with the contract, the final course grade will be recorded as an “F”.

\ If a student is absent on the day of a major examination, quiz, or out-of-class assignment, the student may make-up the missed work as follows:
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\ 1. A missed scored activity must be made up by 3:00 pm on the next course day following the absence. A missed bonus activity may NOT be made up (no exceptions).
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\ 2. A missed scored activity may earn a maximum of 85% of the original point value if completed by the deadline stated above.
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\ 3. Daily quizzes and bonus quizzes cannot be made up and any missed quiz will be scored as zero credit. If the student is not present when the quiz is handed out, he/she will not be allowed to take the quiz.
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\ Should the student be unable to complete the missed scored activity within this deadline, he or she may petition the instructor for an extension of time. Such a request must be made directly to the instructor BEFORE the deadline period expires. Each request will be handled on an individual basis (will not set a precedent) and the decision of the instructor will be final.
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\ Sometimes, a student may know in advance of an impending and absolutely unavoidable absence. If that absence is on a day when a scored activity is to be recorded, the student may petition the instructor, IN ADVANCE AND IN WRITING, for an excused absence. If approved, an excused absence will not carry the 15% loss of points on the scored activity due to the absence. Excused absences are very extraordinary exceptions to the standard make-up policy and are, therefore, rarely given. If approved, an excused absence is handled on an individual basis (will not set a precedent) and the decision of the instructor will be final.
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\ NOTE: If missed scored activity is not completed in accordance with this policy, the specific activity must be scored as ZERO credit and averaged as such into the final course grade. There can be NO exceptions!

Attendance

\ The student who plans to succeed in this course should also plan to attend ALL courses sessions regularly.  Habitual absenteeism often results in a failure to succeed.

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\ Likewise, prompt arrival for the beginning of each class session is absolutely expected! Each session begins at 8:00 am. The clock in AH 106 will serve as the official time piece. To be tardy for the beginning of class is very disruptive to the session already in progress and disrespectful to peers and the instructor who arrived on time.

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\ Attendance and tardy arrivals will be recorded.  If a student is present and on time for each class session throughout the semester, the student will have the lowest two quiz grades dropped from the calculation of the final course average.  If a student has only ONE absence OR tardy, the student will have the lowest single quiz grade dropped. 

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\ An absence or tardy arrival is just that, regardless of circumstances.  The instructor cannot be judge and jury to make exceptions; therefore, absolutely no exceptions are possible!

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Additional Information

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

 

If a student has a grievance with the course instructor, the following “due process” protocol will apply. The student must follow the protocol steps in the order shown.

 

1.  Make every effort to resolve the concern directly with the course instructor. The instructor should be contacted by the student before the conclusion of the course.

 

2. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the course instructor, the student should seek satisfaction from the immediate supervisor of the instructor within one week of the student–instructor meeting.

 

3. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Allied Health division chairperson, the student should seek satisfaction from Dean of Health Sciences within one week of the student–division chairperson meeting.

 

4. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the assistant dean, the student should seek satisfaction from the Vice-President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) within one week of the student–Dean meeting.

 

5. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the Vice-President of Academic Affairs, the student should seek satisfaction from the college President within one week of the student–VPAA meeting.

 

6. If the concern cannot be resolved to the satisfaction of the student after meeting with the President, the student should seek satisfaction from the college Board of Regents at the next regular meeting of the Regents. The decision of the Regents will be final.

 

 

STUDY TIPS FOR SUCCESS

 

If you want to earn a passing grade for this college course, it is highly recommended that you consistently should use a study system. Such a system, designed for college-level work, will include most or all of the following tips:

 

1. Plan to study lecture information no less than twelve clock hours each week (outside of class time);

 

2. Begin to prepare for each major examination as soon as new information is presented and review daily;

 

3. Never study more than twenty consecutive minutes without taking a short break;

 

4. Re-write lecture notes within twelve hours of the time the notes were first recorded;

 

5. Consult your textbook often for additional information;

 

6. Consider making study note cards (“flash cards”) to learn “factual” information;

 

7. Don’t get comfortable while studying;

 

8. Avoid distractions while studying;

 

9. Study aloud (if your location permits); and,

 

10. Review previous notes often throughout the semester.

 

11. Stay organized and stay on schedule. Preparation for a major exam should begin at least one week in advance of the test date. Select manageable note and textbook sections to study each day.

 

12. Study with a positive attitude. 

 

 “What gets in the way of effective performance in the classroom? I believe that "anxiety" is the culprit. Many students put themselves down by believing that they are "stupid" and "ineffective," especially in comparison with their peers. These feelings of inadequacy can lead to the paralyzing anxiety that "blocks" successful performance in the classroom – especially on tests. In order to overcome anxiety, I recommend the following:

 

1. Gain temporary control of your anxiety by practicing relaxation techniques during especially anxious times. Deep breathing combined with muscular tensing and relaxing can be helpful. Massage and meditation can help too.

 

2. Work on feeling better about yourself. Try replacing negative thinking with positive thoughts. Praise yourself once in a while and forgive yourself for mistakes.

 

3. In general, try being your own best friend!"

By Dr. Salene Cowher

 

 

 

GOOD PREPARATION IS THE BEST DEFENSE FOR TEST ANXIETY.