Human Anatomy and Physiology I Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Instructor Information

Office Location

Biology 210-A

Office Hours

Available 15 minutes before and after every class or by appointment

Course Information

Recording Policy

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Course

BIOL-2401-010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills; SCIT 1307 recommended

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 integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and fluid and electrolyte balance.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

TEXTBOOKS:

Lecture Book                 

Bundle Fundamentals Of Anatomy & PhysiologyMariebISBN 1269882708Copyright 14Edition 1Binding Shrink Wrapped

Cost $272.75

Supplies

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE/ DROPPING THE COURSE:

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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 is not reso

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 the different organizations levels, including anatomical terms, of the body from the chemical aspect and cells through systems.

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\ 2. Describe the structure and function of the four primary tissue types.

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\ 3. Identify and describe the integumentary system including functions of this system.

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\ 4. Identify and describe the components of the skeletal system.

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\ 5. Identify and describe the types of bones and the histology of both cancellous and compact bone.

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\ 6. Describe the various bones to include markings on the surface of bones, articulations, and attachments.

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\ 7. Contrast the structure, kind of movement, and location of synarthrotic, amphiarthrotic, and diarthrotic joints.

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\ 8. Identify and describe the characteristics and functions of muscle tissue, to include the structure and function of the neuromuscular junction.

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\ 9. Describe the relationship between bones and skeletal muscle in producing body movements.

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\ 10. Describe the complete oxidation of glucose via glycolysis, citric acid cycle, and the electron transport system.

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\ 11. Distinguish between intracellular and extracellular fluid.

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\ 12. Identify and describe the organization of the nervous system and give the components of each part, to include the histological characteristics and functions of the neuroglia and neurons.

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\ 13. Describe the sequence of events involved in the generation and conduction of a nerve impulse.

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\ 14. Identify and describe the structure and functions of the spinal cord, cranial nerves, and the brain.

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\ 15. Compare and contrast the peripheral nervous system and autonomic system, including reflexes.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

STUDENT BEHAVIOR

Every effort will be made to maintain a proper learning atmosphere. Any student that violates the student code of conduct will be dealt with according to the procedures within the student handbook. 

CYBER BULLY

Disorderly conduct such as verbally abusive , intimidating emails or the subjection of another person to inappropriate, abusive, threatening or demeaning actions will be subject to disciplinary actions . Students who behave in a disorderly fashion may be required to withdraw from the course.
 
Cheating on a test includes:
 
  1. Copying from another student’s test paper.
  2. Using test materials not authorized by the person administering the test.
  3. Collaborating with or seeking aid from another student during a test without permission from the test administrator.
  4. Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of an unadministered test.
  5. The unauthorized transporting or removal, in whole or in part, of the contents of the unadministered test.
  6. Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for one’s self, to take a test.
  7. Bribing another person to obtain an unadministered test or information about an unadministered test.
        
Food in the Traditional Classroom and Lab

You may bring food and drink into both lecture and lab; however if you spill something, please clean up after yourself. No food or drink will be allowed in the lab during dissections.

Cell phones in the tradtional classroom

Please be considerate of your classmates when bringing your cell phone to  class! Please leave cell phones on silent mode. If your cell phone goes off during a test you will receive a zero.

 

 

Technical Difficulties and Help

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If you experience technical problems call AC help at  371-5000.

 

 

     

 

Grading Criteria

LECTURE: One-half of the total grade for the semester comes from*5 major exams that cover lectures and reading materials in the form of T/F, multiple multiples, matching, identify and fill in the blank.*Random Quizzes and online assignments will be averaged for one major exam grade.

FINAL EXAM: A comprehensive exam equal to one-fourth of the total grade for the semester.  Final exam is Mandatory and cannot be dropped.

LABORATORY: One-fourth of the total grade for the semester.

*2 Lab practicals

90.0-100 A                                        Lecture  40%                      

80.0-89.9  B                                      Lab       25%  

70.0-79.9  C                                      Final     25%

60.0-69.9                                          Assignments/Quizzes10%

0-59.9F

Grades will not be curved nor will any points be added to any grade.

Mandatory Tutoring

If you make less than a 70 on any major test, you will be required to obtain 30 minutes of tutoring from the Science Enrichment Center prior to taking the next test.  You will not be allowed to take the next test until after I have verification that you have received this tutoring. Tutoring must be done within 10 days of the exam.

Science Enrichment Center

Located on the first floor of Warren Hall Room 110

Tutoring and study support

Monday – Thursday 

8:00am—6:00pm

Friday                            

9:00am-3:00pm

 

 

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

 

Week
Lecture
Lab
 
 
 
1
SYLLABUS/Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Ex:1 The Language of Anatomy
Ex: 2 Organ Systems Overview
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The Chemical Level of Organization
Ex: 4,5 The Cell Anatomy and Division/Transport
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The Cellular Level of Organization
EX: 15 Histology of the Nervous Tissue
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Neural Tissue
EX: 17 Gross Anatomy of the Brain and Cranial Nerves
 
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The Brain and Cranial Nerves
EX: 19 Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, And Autonomic Nervous System
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The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerve and Spinal Reflexes
Ex: 3 Microscope
Ex: 6  Tissue Classification
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The Tissue Level of Organization
Ex: 7 The Integumentary System
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         The Integumentary System
Ex: 8 Overview of the Skeletal System
 
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Osseous Tissue and Bone Structure
Ex: 9 Axial Skeleton
Lab Practical Ex:1,2,3,4,5,6,15,17,19   
 
10
The Axial Skeleton
 EX: 9 The Axial Skeleton
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        The Appendicular Skeleton Ex: 10 The Appendicular Skeleton
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                          Joints
EX: 11 Articulations and Body Movements
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 The Muscle System
EX: 12 Microscopic Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle
 
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The Muscle System
EX: 13 Gross Anatomy of the Muscular System
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The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher Order Function
Final Lab Practical EX: 8,9,10,11,12,20

 

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Final Exam
 

 

Additional Information

BIOLOGY LEARNING LAB HOURS                                                                                                                                                                                                   Warren Hall 110

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Monday and  Wednesday     7:30am - 5:00pm
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Tuesday and Thursday         7:30am - 7:00pm                                 
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Saturday                               9:30am - 2:30pm   
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When using the Learning Lab, please log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the Learning Lab.          
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24 Hour Online Tutoring\ \
Log on to AC CONNECT click on SMART THINKING. This is a service free to the students and can be accessed 24 hours a day. Please take advantage of this great opportunity.
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Important Dates

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Exam 1 Wednesday Sept 17 until Friday Sept 19.

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Exam 2 Wednesday Oct 15 until Friday Oct 17.

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Exam 3 Wednesday Oct. 29 until Friday Oct. 31.

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Exam 4 Wednesday Nov.19  at noon until Friday Nov. 21

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Exam 5 Wednesday Dec 3 until Friday Dec. 5.

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Lab Practical 1 Wednesday Oct. 22 until Friday Oct. 24 .

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Lab Practical 2 Monday Dec. 1 until Wednesday Dec. 3. 

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Final Exam: According to the Final Exam schedule

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August 25 Classes begin

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September 1 Labor Day College is closed

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September 10 Census date

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August 27 Last day to get 100% reimbursement

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September 10 Last day to get 70% reimbursement

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September 17 Last day to get 25% reimbursement

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November 18 Last Day to Withdraw

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December 5 all online homework is due at noon

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      December 12 End of Semester

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     * Denotes Monday/Wednesday exams

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Syllabus Created on:

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Last Edited on:

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