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MRTS-2432-001 Human Anatomy
Corequisites: MRTS 2260 and MRTS 2244
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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(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 4 lab)
Hybrid
Principles of Human Anatomy, 14th Edition, by Gerard J. Tortora & Mark Nielson With WileyPlus Access
Computer and reliable internet access.
WileyPlus
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:
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.
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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 may proceed to the Mortuary Science Program Director,( Mr. Davis), the Dean of Health Sciences (Kim Crowley), the Associate Vice-President of Academic Affairs, (Becky Burton), 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.
Grades will not be curved nor will points be added to any grade.
96-100 = A
86-95 = B
75-85 = C
Below 75 = F
This grading scale is the policy of the Mortuary Science Program.
Assignments: 5% of overall grade
Lecture Exams: 30% of overall grade
Final Exam: 25% of overall grade
Lab Exams: 35% of overall grade
Attendance: 5% of overall grade
LECTURE:
1. Eight major exams 30 questions at 90 points each- consisting of multiple choice, matching, labeling diagrams, and true-false questions.
2. WileyPlus assignments
LABORATORY:
The Cadaver Dissection Lab is scheduled for December 11- December 14. Time TBA. Make arrangements now. No exceptions.
1. Two lab practicals (fill in the blank and short answer) at 100 points each.
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.
Attendance of the Lab Dec 11- Dec 14 is mandatory. If you do not attend the dissection lab, you will fail the course. Make arrangements now.
There will be 8 exams. (This is subject to change)
**WileyPlus assignments in each chapter.
**Lab Exercises and Lab Practicals.
The Final will be comprehensive.
MRTS Human Anatomy Class Lecture Schedule
(This is subject to change)
Human Anatomy Course Outline
Week 1: Register with Wiley Plus
Ch 1 Introduction to The Human Body
Week 2: Ch 27 Surface Anatomy
Ch 5 Integument
Exam 1 Due Sept 9
Week 3: Ch 7 Axial Skeletal System
Week 4: Ch 8 Appendicular Skeletal System
Exam 2 Due Sept 23
Week 5: Ch 9 Joints
Week 6: Ch 11 Muscular System
Exam 3 Due Oct 7
Week 7: Ch 12 Blood
Ch 13 The Heart
Week 8: Ch 14 Blood Vessels
*****Exam 4 Due Oct 26******
Week 9: Ch 15 Lymphatic System
Ch 23 Respiratory System
Exam 5 Due Nov 4
Week 10: Ch 17 Spinal Cord
Week 11: Ch 18 The Brain
Exam 6 Due Nov 18
Week 12: Ch 24 Digestive System
Ch 25 The Urinary System
****Exam 7 Due Nov 24*****
Week 13: Ch 26 Reproductive System
Week 14: Ch 22 The Endocrine System
Exam 8 Due Dec 9
Week 15: Cadaver Lab Dissection Dec 11-14
Week 16: Final Exam Due Dec 17 at 1pm
The Cadaver Dissection will be in Amarillo on West Campus. The dates for the dissection are Dec 11-14.
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