Anatomy and Physiology I Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

BIOL-2401-026 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

Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The lab provides hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, by Frederic Martini, 10th edition, Benjamin cummings Publishers

Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab Manual, Custom Edition for Amarillo College (cat version) by Elaine Marieb and Susan Mitchell, Benjamin Cummings Publishers

Supplies

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Student Performance

Anatomy & Physiology I is the first part of a two course sequence.  It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses.  Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems nd regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.  The lab provides hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.

Learning Outcomes:

1.Use anatomical terms to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered.

2.Explain interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue and organ function 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 cause 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.Comunicate the results of scientific investigation, 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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Expected Student Behavior

Grievance Procedure:

If a student is having a problem with the course policies or the instructor, he or she should first try to resolve any such problems with the instructor.  If the problem is not resolved, the student may proceed to the Biology Department Chairman (Dr. Claudie Biggers),  the Assistant Dean of Arts & Sciences (Dr. Ferguson), the Associate Vice-President for Instruction (Dr. Vess), or the college President, (Dr.Lowery-Hart), IN THAT ORDER.

Food and Drink:

You may bring food and drink into the lecture room, however, if you spill something please clean up after yourself.  I do not recommend any open food or beverage containers in the lab rooms.

Cell Phones

Cell phones are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others.  Please keep all cell phones on silent or vibrate mode.  If it is essential that you answer the call please step outside the classroom to complete the call.  Absolutely no call shall be taken during a quiz, exam or lab practical.  This will result in a grade of zero on that quiz, exam, or lab practical.

Special Notes:

This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.  Material included is intended to provide an outline of the course and rules that the instructor will adhere to in evaluating the student's progress.  Students are expected to read the textbook before and after the material is presented in lecture.

Grading Criteria

Testing / Grading For The Semester

The total grade will be based upon both the lecture and the lab.  Students must have a combined score of 60% (600 points) or better in the lecture and the lab portions for a passing grade.  There will be a pre-test exam during the first two weeks of the semester and a post test exam the last week of the semester.  These exams will be used to earn bonus points.  The pre-test points will be added to lecture exam 1 and the post test points will be added to lecture exam 5.

Lecture:

One half (50%) of the total grade for the semester as follows;

5 major exams consisting of multiple choice, matching, and/or labeling diagrams.  Each exam will be worth 100 points, with the four BEST exam scores used for a total value of 400 points maximum.

If you make less than  70 points on any major exam, 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.

5-7 lecture quizzes consisting of 10 - 20 questions.  Each quiz will be worth 20 points, with the 5 best quiz scores used for a total value of 100 points maximum.

The lecture grade will total 500 points.

Laboratory:

One fourth (25%) of the total grade for the semester as follows;

Four (4) lab practicals consisting of 50 questions (fill in the blank and short answers).  Each lab practical is worth 50 points for a total value of 200 points.

5-7 Lab quizzes consisting of 10 - 20 questions.  Each quiz will be worth 10 points, with the  5 best quiz scores used for a total of 50 points.

The lab grade will total 250 points.

Final Exam:

One fourth (25%) of the total grade for the semester.

The final is a comprehensive exam consisting of multiple choice, matching, and / or labeling diagram questions.  This exam will be a minimum of 150 questions to a maximum of 200 questions.  The total value of the final will be 250 points.

Grading:

Grades will not be curved nor are extra credit assignments allowed / given.

900 - 1,000 points = A

800 - 899 points = B

700 - 799 points = C

600 - 699 points = D

599 points or less = F

An additional 50 points maximum may be earned via the assignments posted on the Connect website.  These points will be added to the overall course points at the end of the semester after the final exam has been taken.

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.  Attendance will be taken until the census day (September 9, 2015), after that date attendance will not be taken.

Calendar

Additional Information

Census date: (last day to drop with the course NOT appearing on the transcript) - September 9,2015.

100% refund date: 08/28/2015

Withdrawal deadline:  November 17,2015

A grade of W will be given for a student initiated drop or withdrawal on or before November 17, 2015. You may not drop or withdraw after Tuesday, November 17th, 2015 without permission of the Biology Department.  You must petition the department, in writing, for review of a late withdrawal.  This request will be reviewed by the entire full time faculty of the Biology Department.