Pre Anatomy and Physiology Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

SCIT-1307-001 Pre Anatomy and Physiology

Prerequisites

Course Description

In-depth coverage of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include the cell with specific emphasis on the basic cell structure and its functions, the cell life cycle, cell reproduction and basic cell chemistry. Other topics may include tissues; body organization; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Emphasis will be on homeostasis.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Get Ready for A&P Lori K. Garret 3th Edition

Supplies

Binder or folder for holding handouts and returned papers

Pen or pencil

Notebook for class notes and quizzes

Note cards (optional) for making vocabulary flash cards

Student Performance

Performance/Learning Objectives (Minimum Competencies) After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following: 1. Understand concepts of matter and energy. 2. Understand atoms, elements, molecules, and mixtures. 3. Demonstrate understanding of chemical bonds, and differentiate between ionic and covalent bonds. 4. Identify three major types of chemical reactions and describe factors that affect chemical reaction rates. 5. Define acid and base and explain the concept of pH 6. Describe and compare the building blocks, general structures, and biological functions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. 7. Identify the structures and describe the functions of the major organelles of the cell. 8. Explain chemical reactions in the cell. 9. Describe key events in the phases of the cell life cycle. 10. Describe the role of DNA and RNA in protein synthesis.

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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 Please use AC CONNECT for email communications. If the system fails and you need to communicate with me, you can send and email to cjbiggers@actx.edu. If you experience technical problems call AC help at 371-5000

Grading Criteria

Four chapter exam and final = 20% each (lowest dropped) Quizzes and assignments = 20%

Attendance

Good attendance is needed for success in this class

Attendance will be monitored

Calendar

Additional Information

Drop Date April 21st

All exams will be taken outside of lecture time in the Student Testing Center (STC)

STC is in Warren Hall Room 112

Hours and policies for STC can be found here https://www.actx.edu/biology/sec--stc-page

Grades below 70 on exams require mandatory tutoring at the Science Enrichment Center (SEC) before next exam can be taken

SEC is in Warren Hall Room 110

Hours and policies for the SEC can be found here https://www.actx.edu/biology/sec--stc-page