Human Anatomy and Physiology II Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Instructor Information

Office Location

WARREN 101A

Office Hours

INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Claudie Biggers OFFICE LOCATION: Warren Hall 101A OFFICE HOURS:

Dr. Claudie Biggers

BIOL 2401-010

1/20/2026 - 3/13/2026

MTWR Lec 7:30am –8:45am         

Rm SCIE 205

MTWR Lab 9:00am—10:15am

Rm SCIE 205             

 

BIOL 2401-011

3/23/2026 - 5/15/2026

MTWR Lec 7:30am –8:45am         

MTWR Lab 9:00am—10:15am

Rm SCIE 205

 

BIOL 2401-023

1/20/2026 - 5/15/2026

M 5:30pm –8:15pm Rm SCiE 209

 

BIOL 2401-026

1/20/2026 - 5/15/2026

Web-Based Class, SECT WEB-Based/

Course Information

Recording Policy

Disability Statement

Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (Student Service Center room 119, phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.

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Course

BIOL-2402-001 Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Prerequisites

BIOL 2401

Course Description

A detailed study of the human organism according to levels of chemical and structural organization with special reference to cytology, histology, and organs of the sense organs, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems and genetics.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

  

TEXTBOOKS:

Lecture Book                  

 *Visual Anatomy and Physiology, 1thEdition, 2011, by Frederic Marti, Ph.D. and William C. Ober, M.D.

Lab Book

Interactive Physiology 10 Lab Manual +Mastering

   

*Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 Notes, Dr. Claudie Biggers (optional) 

Software

Physio Ex (in bundle)

PAL(in bundle)

Supplies

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\  If a student is having a problem with the course policies or the instructor, he or she should first try and resolve any such problems with the instructor. If the problem

Student Performance

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\ After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:

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\ 1. Describe each endocrine gland and its hormones including actions, regulation, and disorders.

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\ 2. Define the principal physical characteristics of blood and its functions in the body.

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\ 3. Identify and describe the structure of the heart and the functions of each part to include the flow of blood through the heart and the body.

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\ 4. Describe the principal events of the cardiac cycle and cardiac output.

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\ 5. Contrast the structure and function of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins.

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\ 6. Identify and describe the functions and components of the lymphatic system.

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\ 7. Identify and describe the structure and functions of the organs of the respiratory system, including the events involved in inspiration and expiration.

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\ 8. Identify and describe the structure and function of the digestive system, and distinguish between the chemical and mechanical phases.

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\ 9. Identify and describe the structure and functions of the organs of the urinary system.

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\ 10. Describe the process of urine formation, its physical characteristics, and normal chemical components.

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\ 11. Identify and describe the structure, histology, and functions of the organs of the reproductive system.

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\ 12. Explain and describe the events associated with pregnancy.

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\ 13. Identify and describe the basic anatomy and physiology involved in the special senses.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

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Grading Criteria

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  • \ 80.-89.5 B
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  • \ 70.-79.5 C
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  • \ 60.-69.5 D
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\ FINAL GRADE: 5% LECTURE 25% LAB 25% FINAL

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\ LECTURE: Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Your lecture grade will make up one-half (40%) of your total grade for the semester. In lecture one major exam grade and one short quiz grade will be dropped. 

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\ Online Homework
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\ MAKE UP POLICY

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Attendance

\ No make up will be given for missed major exams or short quizzes.  A grade of zero will be given for any missed major exam or short quiz. NO EXCEPTIONS.  If you have a computer problem or a schedule conflict. You have one drop exam to use as a replacement. There will be no other exceptions.

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Calendar

LECTURE SCHEDULE

LAB SCHEDULE

WEEK 1

INTRODUCTION/Special Senses    

                       

Exercise 23,24,25,26 Special Senses           

WEEK 2  

Special Senses

 

Exercise 23,24,25,26 Special Senses

 

WEEK 3  

EXAM 1 Special Senses

50 questions 

Cardiovascular System (Heart)

 

Exercise 30, 31 Anatomy of the Heart

Physio Ex Exercise 5: Cardiovascular Dynamics Physio Ex Exercise 6: Cardiovascular Physiology

 

WEEK 4  

Cardiovascular System (Heart)

 

Exercise 33 Blood Pressure and Pulse

Exercise 32 Blood Vessels

 

WEEK 5         

Blood and Blood Vessels

 

Exercise 32 Blood Vessels

Cat Dissection

 

WEEK 6

Blood and Blood Vessels

 

Exercise 29 Blood 

Physio Ex Exercise 11: Blood Analysis

 

WEEK 7

EXAM 2 Cardiovascular System/ Blood and Blood Vessels

Lymphatic System

 

Exercise 32 Blood Vessels

Cat Dissection

 

WEEK 8

Endocrine

 

Exercise 27,28

Physio Ex Exercise 4: Endocrine System Physiology

 

WEEK 10  

Digestive System                               

Exercise 38 Digestive System

Physio Ex Exercise 8: Chemical and Physical

Digestion

LABPRACTICAL 1 Special Senses/Respiratory

Ex: 23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,35

WEEK 11  

Exam 4 Respiratory and Digestion

Urinary System                                                

 

 

Exercise 40 Anatomy of Urinary                   

Physio Ex Exercise 9: Renal System Physiology

 

WEEK 12  

Urinary System                                                            

 

Exercise  41 Urinalysis

WEEK 13  

Reproductive System                          

 

 

Exercise 42,43 Anatomy of Reproductive

 

WEEK 14

Reproductive System                                    

                       

Exercise 42,43 Anatomy of Reproductive

 

WEEK 15

Reproductive System             (50% of final)               

 

Final Lab Practical

Ex: 36,37,38,40,41,42,43

WEEK 16

Final Comprehensive  Exam

 

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UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL I CURVE AN INDIVIDUAL GRADE, PLEASE DO NOT ASK. ***

LECTURE

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Your lecture grade counts (50%) of your total grade for the semester. The lecture grade consists of five major exam grades, online homework and short quizzes in lecture and lab. One major exam and at least 3 online homework grades will be dropped.

Online homework and short quizzes count as one major exam grade.

Lecture and Lab quizzes may be comprehensive. The quizzes may be given at anytime during the lecture or laboratory period.

LAB

Your lab grade will be 1/4 (25%) of your total grade for the semester. This grade will consists of 2 Lab Practicals.

FINAL EXAM

The final exam will make up 1/4 (25%) of your overall grade. It is a 100 question comphrehensive exam.

 

 

 

 

 

     

 

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Information

BIOLOGY LEARNING LAB HOURS                                                                                                                                                                                                  

The Learning Lab (Room B 102) will be opened Monday through Thursday from 8:30a.m. to 6:00p.m. Friday from 8:30a.m. to 4:00p.m., and Saturday from 10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. When using the Learning Lab, please log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the Learning Lab. 

24 Hour Online Tutoring
Log on to AC Connect homepage, then click on the Smart Thinking Online Tutoring icon.  This is a service free to the students and can be accessed 24 hours a day.  Please take advantage of this great opportunity.

   

Important Dates

 

Exam 1 Wednesday Sept. 11 at noon until Friday Sept 13 at noon.

Exam 2 Wednesday Oct. 9 at noon until Friday Oct 11 at noon.

Exam 3 Wednesday Oct. 23 at noon until Friday Oct. 25 at noon.

Exam 4 Wednesday Nov. 6 at noon until Friday Nov. 8 at noon.

Exam 5 Wednesday Nov. 27 at noon until Friday Nov 29 at noon.

Lab Practical 1 Wednesday Oct. 30 at noon until Friday Nov. 1 at noon.

Lab Practical 2 Wednesday Dec. 4 noon until Friday Dec. 6 at noon.

Final Exam Monday Dec. 9 at noon until Wednesday Dec. 11 at noon.*

August 26 Classes begin

September 2 Labor Day

September 11 Census date

August 30 Last day to get 100% reimbursement

September 16 Last day to get 70% reimbursement

September 23 Last day to get 25% reimbursement

November 20 Last Day to Withdraw

      December 6 all online homework is due

      December 13 End of Semester

* Denotes Monday/Wednesday exams

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Last Edited on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM