Human Anatomy and Physiology II Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

BIOL-2402-010 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

1. Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, 10th edition, by Martini, Nath and Bartholomew.  Pearson Publishing. Hardcover or Electronic, either is fine. Access to Mastering A&P is recommended.
2. Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, 11th edition, cat version, by Marieb, Mitchell and Smith. Pearson Publishing.

 

Supplies

6 Green strip style scantrons, 50 questions each side, for exams.

Note taking materials such as paper, pens, and pencils are required for each class.  You will use your own paper for some assignments.

Student Performance

STUDENT PERFORMANCE, COMPETENCIES AND OBJECTIVES: 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.

BIOL 2402: Anatomy & Physiology II

Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance) and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Use anatomical terminology to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered.
2. Explain interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue and organ functions in each system.
3. Describe the interdependency and interactions of the systems.
4. Explain contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis.
5. Identify causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances.
6. Describe modern technology and tools used to study anatomy and physiology.
7. Apply appropriate safety and ethical standards.
8. Locate and identify anatomical structures.
9. Appropriately utilize laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, dissection tools, general lab ware, physiology data acquisition systems and virtual simulations.
10. Work collaboratively to perform experiments.
11. Demonstrate the steps involved in the scientific method.
12. Communicate results of scientific investigations, analyze data and formulate conclusions.
13. Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills, including, but not limited to, inferring, integrating, synthesizing and summarizing, to make decisions, recommendations and predictions.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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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

Students are expected to have prepared for lecture and lab by reading the course texts before each course meeting.

Communication of grades and class information will be through ACConnect on our class homepage and through your AC email account. You must access these accounts regularly to stay current with class and college information.

You must keep your returned papers in the case of any disputed records.

Cell phones are allowed in the silent or vibrate mode during regular lecture/lab.  If you must take an emergency call, please leave quietly.  No earphone use in class. If you abuse this privilege the instructor reserves the right to ask you to leave class or the instructor may read your messages/screen to the rest of the class.

Cell phones must be OFF and OUT OF SIGHT during exams, practicals and quizzes. For lab practicals and the final I will ask you to place all belongings at the front and side of the room during testing.  You will not be able to begin an exam after someone has left the room. No exceptions. Please see the Biology Contract.

Food and drink is allowed except during dissection labs.  You must clean up after yourself or risk losing a quiz grade.

Please avoid any appearance of cheating. Cheating of any kind may cause you to fail the course and/or be expelled from the college.  Please see the Biology Contract and the Student Handbook.  

If you must leave the classroom, please do so quietly.  If leaving becomes disruptive, the instructor will not allow returns to class.

Courtesy for your fellow students and the instructor is required. Behave as though your future employer is sitting next to you.

Grading Criteria

A = 100 – 89.5%, B = 89 – 79.5%, C = 79 - 69.5%, D = 69 – 59.55, F = 59% or less

25%  Comprehensive Final Exam

45%  4 Lecture Exams (5 Given, 1 drop)

20%  3 Lab Practical Exams

10%  Quizzes and Labs

Students are responsible for all material in the text that is discussed in class, the course notes are not a substitute for the textbook.The text is our ultimate resource.

It is not necessary to contact the instructor if you will miss class unless it will be a prolonged absence.

Daily grades are to encourage you to attend class, they cannot be made up for any reason.  Making up other grades is at the instructor’s discretion.  Please see the Biology Department Policy.

If you receive a grade of less that 70% on any major exam you must attend 30 minutes of free tutoring in the Science Enrichment Center before you can take your next exam.  Drop grades and/or skipping an exam are not exceptions to this requirement.  Tutoring is not negotiable.  See the Testing Center Policy.

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1. Instructor
2. Department Chair
3. Division Chair
4. Vice President of Academic Affairs
5. College President

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Attendance

\ Attendance is absolutely necessary to be successful in this course.  Attendance will be taken each class day.

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Additional Information

Science Testing Center:

Warren Hall 112

All tests, excluding lab practicals and final exams, will be taken in the Science Testing Center during days scheduled by the teacher during normal Science Testing Center hours.  Tests will be taken outside of class lecture time.  Please note:  No test may be started less than one and a half hours before the Science Testing Center closes. You must present an Amarillo College student ID every time you take a test. The Science Testing Center staff will retain your ID while you take your test and will return it to you when you turn in your test.

When using the Science Testing Center students will scan in and out with their Amarillo College student I.D.

Mandatory Tutoring:

Warren Hall 110

In an effort to increase retention in Biology courses, any student who scores below a 70 on any exam (excluding the Final Exam week) must complete a mandatory tutoring session in the Science Enrichment Center. Before getting mandatory tutoring, students must first schedule a tutoring time with the SEC by either calling (806 345-5536) or visiting Warren Hall 110.

The SEC will do its best to accommodate a student’s schedule within the SEC hours of operation. This may require plenty of advanced notice by the student as time slots fill quickly.  Upon arrival in the SEC, students must inform SEC staff that they are there for mandatory tutoring. Mandatory tutoring will not require remediation over a failed test. 

The Instructor reserves the right to change this syllabus at any time, dates given for assignments are an estimate only.