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BIOL-2401-010 Anatomy and Physiology I
Prerequisite: RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills; SCIT 1307 recommended
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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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
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Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)
On Campus Course
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, by Frederic Martini, 11th edition, Benjamin cummings Publishers
Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab Manual, by Elaine Marieb and Susan Mitchell, Benjamin Cummings Publishers 11th Edition
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.
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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 to resolve any such problems with the instructor. If the problem is not resolved, the student may proceed to the Biology Department Chairman (Dr. Richard Hobbs), the Dean of STEM (Dr. Buse), the Associate Vice-President for Instruction (Dr. Clunis), 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.
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.
Lecture:
55% 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 60 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 30 points, with the 5 best quiz scores used for a total value of 150 points maximum.
The lecture grade will total 550 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:
20% 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 100 questions to a maximum of 200 questions. The total value of the final will be 200 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
No make-up quizzes will be allowed. One lecture quiz and one lab quiz grade will be dropped. If 7 quizzes are given, then I will use the 5 highest quiz scores for the overall grade.
Science Testing Center Hours: Mon- Tuesday: 9am – 10 pm, Wednesday 9:00 - 5:30, Thursday - Friday: 9am – 10:00 pm Saturday: 9am – 7:30 pm NO TESTS will be given out less than 1 &½ hours prior to the testing center closing.
Science Enrichment Center Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am – 8pm Saturday: 9am – 6:00pm Appointments will be necessary for any mandatory tutoring.
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 (January 23, 2019), after that date attendance will not be taken.
Course weekly schedule for 2401
Week 1: Jan 14th: Lecture Chapters 1,4 Lab Chapter 1,3
Week 2: Jan 21st : Lecture chapter 4 (Histology),5 (Integument) Lab Chapter 6,7
TEST #1 LAB PRACTICAL #1
Week 3: Jan 28th: Lecture Chapter 6 (Osseous Tissue) Lab Chapter 8,9
Week 4: Feb 4th: Lecture chapters 7 & 8 (Skeletal System) Lab Chapters9 & 10
TEST #2 LAB PRACTICAL 2
Week 5 : Feb 11th: Lecture chapter 9 (Articulations), Chapter 10 Muscle Tissue Lab Chapter 11,12
Week 6 : Feb 18th: Lecture chapter 10, 11 Muscle Tissue and Muscular System
Test #3 Lab Practical 3
Week 7: Feb 25th: Lecture chapter 12 (Neural Tissue), 13 (Spinal Cord)
TEST # 4
Week 8: March 4th: Lecture chapters 14, 15, 16
Test 5 Lab Practical 4
FINAL EXAM Either March 6th or March 7th
Census date: (last day to drop with the course NOT appearing on the transcript) - January 23, 2019.
Withdrawal deadline: February 25,2019
A grade of W will be given for a student initiated drop or withdrawal on or before February 25th, 2019. You may not drop or withdraw after Monday, February 25, 2019 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.
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