Anatomy and Physiology II Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

BIOL-2402-012 Anatomy and Physiology II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: BIOL 2401

Course Description

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.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 10^th edition, 2015, Martini, Nath, and Bartholomew, Pearson

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Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Cat version, 11^th ed, 2014, Pearson

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Supplies

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Student Performance

LEARNING OUTCOMES

 

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

 

By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 60 percent competency level based on the completion of a minimum of four (4) major exams and a comprehensive post examination not to exceed two hours.  These will be administered under the supervision of the instructor.

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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Expected Student Behavior

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\ Cell phones and pagers are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others.  This means they should be on silent or vibrate mode.  Please be courteous to those around you with regard to cell phones and pagers and do not disrupt class.  If the call is an emergency please take the call outside of the classroom.  No texting during class.  And no music devices (Ipods, etc.) can be used in class and head phones must be out of ears and out of sight.  If your cell phone or pager goes off while we are taking a quiz, exam, or practical, you may receive a grade of zero on that test.  Cell phones in the “silent or vibrate” modes are not considered to be in the off mode and the preceding sentence will apply to these phones. 

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\ 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 allowed in the lab during dissections.

Grading Criteria

 LECTURE:

50% of the Total Grade.  There will be five tests and a homework grade and the lowest of the 6 will be dropped.  There will be no make up testsor homework given since there is a drop test.  The tests will be 50 questions multiple choice, matching, and true/false.  A scatron will be needed for all tests.  Test dates given are subject to change.  If classes are officially canceled exams will be given the next class meeting.

                                                 Test 1:                     September 11 – 12, 2015

                                                Test 2:                     October 2 – 3, 2015

                                                Test 3:                     October 23 – 24, 2015

                                                Test 4:                     November 13 – 14, 2015

                                                Test 5:                     December 4 – 5, 2015                               

25% of the Total Grade.  There will be at least 3 practicals and 9 quizzes.  There will no make up quizzes since there will be a drop quiz.  Make up practicals will only be given with a valid, written excuse during finals week.  If you need to do a make up you will need to make arrangements before your scheduled final.  Test dates given are subject to change.  If classes are officially canceled practicals and quizzes will be given the next class meeting.

                                                Practical 1:                               September 24, 2015

                                                Practical 2:                               October 15, 2015                    

                                                Practical 3:                               November 5, 2015

                                                Practical 4:                               December 1, 2015

FINAL EXAM:

25% of the Total Grade.  The final will be comprehensive.  The test will be approximately 100 multiple choice, matching, and true/false questions.  You will need to be on time and when the first person turns in their test no one late will be able to start, so if you are late you will get a zero for the final.  You will need a scantron for the test.

                                                Final Exam:         Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 1:30 – 3:30                   

GRADING:

                A:            90-100                    

                B:             80-89

                C:             70-79

                D:            60-69

                F:             Below 60                  *There will be NO curves so don’t ask*

 

50% lecture, 25% lab, 25% final

There will be no make up test since there is a drop.

 

Attendance

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GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE:

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 resolved, the student may proceed to the Biology Department Chairperson (Dr. Biggers), the Dean of Instruction, and the college President, IN THAT ORDER.

COMPUTER LAB:

The Science and Engineering Computer Lab is located in the Library.  Please check with the library personnel about the lab hours.  When using the Computer lab, please be sure that you log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the Computer lab.

SCIENCE ENRICHMENT CENTER:

The Science Enrichment Center is located in the Warren Hall, room 110.  The hours are posted at the center and through the hallways.  These hours are subject to change based on the availability of the monitors.  When using the study center, please be sure that you log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the study center.  This is a good place to study models but not all models match the ones in lab.  PLEASE BE NICE AND TREAT THOSE AROUND YOU AND THE LADIES IN THE CENTER WITH RESPECT AT ALL TIMES!  Students will be asked to leave if they do not follow the rules.  Remember this is a privilege to help you get extra study time not a requirement of the biology department so please be patient if the hours are changed or if the center has to be closed due to an emergency.

~~SCIENCE TESTING CENTER:
Warren Hall 112
All tests, excluding take-home exams 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 it will be returned 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 or with his/her instructor before taking the next exam. 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 first instance of mandatory tutoring will be for 30 minutes. Subsequent instances of mandatory tutoring will be for 60 minutes.
 
Free Drop-in:
Peer tutors are available at the Science Enrichment Center
 
Cheating:
Cheating will not be tolerated in any biology course at Amarillo College. On the first day of class, you will be required to sign and date a Course Contract. Included in the contract is the following statement: "I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes, but is not limited to: the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones*, copying a test or portion of a test, or leaving the Science Testing Center with a test or questions from a test. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test."
You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and on file in the Science Testing Center.
*Please Note: NO CELL PHONES in the Testing Room. If we see your cell phone out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, YOU WILL RECEIVE an "F" for the course!