Human Anatomy Syllabus for 2017-2018
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Course

MRTS-2432-001 Human Anatomy

Prerequisites

Corequisites: MRTS 2260 and MRTS 2244

Course Description

Examination of the major systems of the human body with emphasis on the circulatory system. Human cadaver dissection in the program laboratory is included. If this course is online, it is an enhanced online course that requires students to come to Amarillo at the end of the semester for an off-site cadaver dissection lab. Students should be prepared to be in lab at their expense, M-F 8am to 5pm one week prior to final examinations. No exceptions will be made to the required lab.

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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Principles of Human Anatomy, 13th Edition,  by Gerard J. Tortora & Mark Nielson

A Photographic Atlas of the Human Body, 2012, by Gerard J. Tortora. (optional)

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Student Performance

Purpose and Goals of course:

By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives with a minimum 75% competency level based on the completion of a minimum of four major exams and a comprehensive final examination. 

 

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. Define anatomical terminology and body organization sufficient to communicate effectively with fellow allied health professionals, as well as the lay public.
2. Compare and contrast among anatomical guides, linear guides, and anatomical limits and explain selected topographical regions
3. Compare and contrast the different categories of articulations, listing examples of each
4. Identify and describe the major layers and accessory structures of the Integumentary system
5. Identify the major subdivisions of the skeletal system (list and identify individual bones, their  numbers, and their important functions)
6. Identify major and accessory organs of the digestive system (list and identify the entry to exit point through the system)
7. Identify organs of the urinary system and trace the flow of urine through the system
8. Identify the major organs of the male and female reproductive systems
9. Identify the major organs of the respiratory system and trace the flow of air during inhalation and exhalation. Differentiate between internal and external respiration.
10. Identify and describe the flow of blood through the major vessels of the cardiovascular system
11. Identify the major structures and functions of the cardiovascular system, the blood vascular system, arterial circulation, venous system, and components of the blood
12. Identify the major organs and vessels of the lymphatic system
13. Identify the location and function of selected endocrine structures
14. Discuss the major structures and subdivisions of the nervous system
15. Locate and identify selected skeletal muscles

 

Rationale:

1. To provide adequate knowledge to relate embalming, pathology, restorative art and other related subject areas.

2. To foster healthful living habits through an understanding of the normal structure and function of human anatomical structures.

3. To develop respect for human remains.

4. To be able to facilitate communication with members of other allied health areas.

5. To promote an appreciation of and an interest in teh human body as a subject for independent study and continuing intellectual growth.

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

FOOD/DRINK:It is the policy of the Mortuary Science Department that food and drink be allowed in the classroom setting, at the instructors discretion, but food and drink are not allowed in the lab.
PHONE/PAGERS:It is the policy of the Mortuary Science Department that cell phones and pagers must be turned off or in silent mode in the classrooms,and in the Computer Labs.  No phones allowed in the cadaver lab. 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.

 

Grievance Procedure:

If the 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 my proceed to the Mortuary Science Program Director,( Mr. Davis), the Dean of Allied Health (Mr. Mark Rowh), the Associate Vice-President for Instruction, (Dr.Clunis), or the college President,( Dr. Lowery-Hart), IN THAT ORDER.

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

Grades will not be curved nor will points be added to any grade.
92  - 100 = A
83 - 91 = B
75 - 82 = C
Below 75  = F

This grading scale is the policy of the Mortuary Science Program.

LECTURE:

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

1. Five major exams(40%) of the total Lecture grade - consisting of multiple choice, matching, labeling diagrams, and true-false questions. 

2. Lecture quizzes (5-7) consisting of 10 - 20 questions (10%) of the total lecture grade. 

3. One lecture exam and one lecture quiz grade will be dropped.

 

LABORATORY:

The Cadaver Dissection Lab is scheduled for December 4- December 8. Time TBA. Make arrangements now. No exceptions.

There will be lab exercises due online throughout the semester also. Lab practicals will be given the week of the Dissection.

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

1. Two lab practicals consisting of 100 questions (fill in the blank and short answer).  20% of the total lab grade

2. Lab exercises and Lab quizzes. 5% of the total lab grade

Lab Exercises Directions: Open the PDF worksheet. Open a separate Word doc, in this Word doc you will provide the answers to the lab exercise (the PDF worksheet). Save the file as the lab exercise you completed (ex: lab exercise 1). Upload to the drop box.

 

FINAL EXAM

A comprehensive exam, consisting of multiple choice, matching, labeling diagrams and true - false questions.  This exam will be 150 - 200 questions.  The exam is designed to prepare the student for their board exams.  It will be worth 25% of the total grade for the semester.

 

 

Attendance

Attendance of the Lab Dec 4- Dec 8 is mandatory. Make arrangements now.

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