Anatomy and Physiology I Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Claudie Biggers (Curriculum Vitae)Phone
<p>(806)371-5331</p>Office Location
WARREN 101A
Office Hours
INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Claudie Biggers OFFICE LOCATION: Warren Hall 101A OFFICE HOURS:
Dr. Claudie Biggers
BIOL 2401-010
1/20/2026 - 3/13/2026
MTWR Lec 7:30am –8:45am
Rm SCIE 205
MTWR Lab 9:00am—10:15am
Rm SCIE 205
BIOL 2401-011
3/23/2026 - 5/15/2026
MTWR Lec 7:30am –8:45am
MTWR Lab 9:00am—10:15am
Rm SCIE 205
BIOL 2401-023
1/20/2026 - 5/15/2026
M 5:30pm –8:15pm Rm SCiE 209
BIOL 2401-026
1/20/2026 - 5/15/2026
Web-Based Class, SECT WEB-Based/
Course Information
Recording Policy
Disability Statement
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (Student Service Center room 119, phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.
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Course
BIOL-2401-045 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
TEXTBOOKS:
Lecture Book
Bundle Fundamentals Of Anatomy & PhysiologyMariebISBN 1269882708Copyright 14Edition 1Binding Shrink Wrapped
Cost: $272.75
Notes (Optional)
*Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 Notes, Dr. Claudie Biggers
Notes $26.50
(Notes not required)
Supplies
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE/ DROPPING THE COURSE:
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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:
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.
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
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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
- Copying from another student’s test paper.
- Using test materials not authorized by the person administering the test.
- Collaborating with or seeking aid from another student during a test without permission from the test administrator.
- Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of an unadministered test.
- The unauthorized transporting or removal, in whole or in part, of the contents of the unadministered test.
- Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for one’s self, to take a test.
- Bribing another person to obtain an unadministered test or information about an unadministered test.
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
LECTURE: One-half of the total grade for the semester comes from*5 major exams that cover lectures and reading materials in the form of T/F, multiple multiples, matching, identify and fill in the blank.*Random Quizzes and online assignments will be averaged for one major exam grade.
FINAL EXAM: A comprehensive exam equal to one-fourth of the total grade for the semester. Final exam is Mandatory and cannot be dropped.
LABORATORY: One-fourth of the total grade for the semester.
*2 Lab practicals
90.0-100 A Lecture 40%
80.0-89.9 B Lab 25%
70.0-79.9 C Final 25%
60.0-69.9 Online Assignments/Quizzes10%
0-59.9F
Grades will not be curved nor will any points be added to any grade.
Mandatory Tutoring
If you make less than a 70 on any major test, 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. Tutoring must be done within 10 days of the exam.
Science Enrichment Center
The Science Testing Center hours for the fall will be...
8am - 10pm Mon-Thurs
8am - 5pm Fri
9am - 6pm Sat
No test will be passed out any later than 1.5 hours before closing time
The Science Enrichment Center hours will be...
8am - 8pm Mon-Thurs
8am - 3pm Fri
9am - 4pm Sat
Attendance
\ No make up will be given for missed major exams or short quizzes. A grade of zero will be given for any missed major exam or short quiz. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have a computer problem or a schedule conflict. You have one drop exam to use as a replacement. There will be no other exceptions.
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Calendar
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Lecture
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Lab
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1
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SYLLABUS/Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
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Ex:1 The Language of Anatomy
Ex: 2 Organ Systems Overview
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2
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The Chemical Level of Organization
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Ex: 4,5 The Cell Anatomy and Division/Transport
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3
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The Cellular Level of Organization
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EX: 15 Histology of the Nervous Tissue
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4
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Neural Tissue
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EX: 17 Gross Anatomy of the Brain and Cranial Nerves
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5
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The Brain and Cranial Nerves
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EX: 19 Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, And Autonomic Nervous System
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6
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The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerve and Spinal Reflexes
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Ex: 3 Microscope
Ex: 6 Tissue Classification
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7
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The Tissue Level of Organization
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Ex: 7 The Integumentary System
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8
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The Integumentary System |
Ex: 8 Overview of the Skeletal System
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9
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Osseous Tissue and Bone Structure
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Ex: 9 Axial Skeleton
Lab Practical Ex:1,2,3,4,5,6,15,17,19
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10
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The Axial Skeleton
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EX: 9 The Axial Skeleton
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The Appendicular Skeleton | Ex: 10 The Appendicular Skeleton |
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12
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Joints |
EX: 11 Articulations and Body Movements
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13
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The Muscle System
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EX: 12 Microscopic Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle
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14
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The Muscle System
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EX: 13 Gross Anatomy of the Muscular System
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15
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The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher Order Function
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Final Lab Practical EX: 8,9,10,11,12,20
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16
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Final Exam
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Additional Information
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 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 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.
Important DatesExam 1 Wednesday Sept 16 until Friday Sept 18.
Exam 2 Wednesday Oct 28 until Friday Oct 30.
Exam 3 Wednesday Nov 4 until Friday Nov 6.
Exam 4 Wednesday Nov.18 at noon until Friday Nov. 20
Exam 5 Monday Dec 2 until Wednesday Dec. 4
Lab Practical 1 Wednesday Oct. 21 until Friday Oct. 23 .
Lab Practical 2 Wednesday Nov. 30 until Friday Dec. 4.
Final Exam: According to the Final Exam schedule
Vocab and Muscle Bone Quizzes need to be completed by Dec 4
August 24 Classes begin
August 31 Labor Day College is closed
September 9 Census date
August 28 Last day to get 100% reimbursement
September 14 Last day to get 70% reimbursement
September 21 Last day to get 25% reimbursement
November 17 Last Day to Withdraw
December 4 all online homework is due at noon
December 11 End of Semester
* Denotes Monday/Wednesday exams
Quiz Schedule
Syllabus Quiz Aug 24-29
Vocab Quiz 1 Aug 24-29 Muscle Bone Quiz 1 Aug 31-Sept 4
Vocab Quiz 2 Aug 31-Sept 4 Muscle Bone Quiz 2 Sept 14-18
Vocab Quiz 3 Sept 7-11 Muscle Bone Quiz 3 Sept 21-25
Vocab Quiz 4 Sept 14-18 Muscle Bone Quiz 4 Sept 28-Oct 2
Vocab Quiz 5 Sept 21-25 Muscle Bone Quiz 5 Oct 5-9
Vocab Quiz 6 Sept 28- Oct 2 Muscle Bone Quiz 6 Oct 12-16
Vocab Quiz 7 Oct 5-9 Muscle Bone Quiz 7 Oct 5-9
Vocab Quiz 8 Oct 12-16
Vocab Quiz 9 Oct 19-23
Vocab Quiz 10 Oct 26-30
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Syllabus Created on:
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Last Edited on:
11/30/-1 12:00 AM