Human Anatomy and Physiology II Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

BIOL-2402-023 Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: 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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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 10th Edition by Martini, Nath, Bartholomew

Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual Cat Version

by Elaine Nicpon Marieb, Susan J. Mitchell, Lori A. Smith · Pearson Education

Supplies

\ Box of gloves. Your size. Please no "one size fits all"

\ You should also have a pen or pencil, text, lab manual, and anything else needed to take notes every day in class.

Student Performance

\ (Minimum competencies) After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program.

\ 1. List the hormones, give the endocrine gland that produces each hormone, the action of each hormone, disorders associated with each hormone, and the means of regulating the production of each hormone.

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

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

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

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

\ 6. Describe and give functions of the components of the lymphatic system.

\ 7. Describe the structure and functions of the organs of the respiratory system, to include the events inolved in inspiration and expiration.

\ 8. Define digestion and distinguish between the chemical and mechanical phases.

\ 9. Describe the structure and functions of the organs of the urinary system.

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

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

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

\ 13. Describe the basic principles and terms associated with human genetics.

\ 14. Describe the basic anatomy and physiology involved in the special senses.

\ By the end of the semester, the student will be able to satisfactorily complete the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 60% competency level based upon grades from the above indicated examinations.

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Grading Criteria

\ A = 90-100, B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60-69, F = < 60

\ Lecture 30% and will include the following:

\ 1. 4-5 lecture exams. Total value of lecture exams will be 20%

\ 2. 10 lecture quizzes.  One lecture quiz will be dropped.  Total value of lecture quizzes will be 10%

\ Laboratory 45% and will include the following:

\ 1. Three lab practicals for a total value of 30%.

\ 2. 5-7 lab quizzes.  One lab quiz will be dropped.  Total value of lab quizzes will be 15%.

\ Final exam 25% .  Final exam will be a minimum of 150 questions to a maximum of 200 questions and will be comprehensive.

\ No make-ups will be allowed.  Extenuating circumstances will be reviewed on an individual basis.  One lecture quiz and one lab quiz will be dropped.

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Attendance

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\ Regular attendance is necesary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responisbility of the student to attend class.  Attendance will be taken until the census day, after that date attendance will not be taken.

\ A grade of W will be given for a student-initiated drop or withdrawal on or before last drop date.  You may not drop or withdraw after the last drop date, without permission of the Biology Department.  You must petition the department, in writing, for evaluation of a late withdrawal.  This will be reviewed by the full-time faculty of the Biology Department.

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