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BIOL-2401-019 Anatomy and Physiology I
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
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
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
Required Texts: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 11th Edition by Martini, Nath, Bartholomew, Pearson Publishing
Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, 13th Edition, Marieb & Smith, Pearson Publishing
By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all of the listed learning objectives (below) with a minimum of 70 percent competency level based on the completion of the required examinations and other work as required by the instructor.
LEARNING/ PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES (MINIMUM COMPETENCIES):
After studying the material presented in this course, the student will be able to do the following:
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Classroom behavior should not interfere with the instructor’s ability to conduct the class or the ability of other students to learn from the instructional program. Unacceptable or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
Please be respectful of each other through your actions and comments.
Cell phones and other electronic devices should be turned off, muted, or on vibrate and left in your book bags, etc. during the lecture periods. You are more than welcome to record the lectures if you choose.
Refrain from visiting with each other unless it is for the entire class to hear. Students engaging in unacceptable behavior may be instructed to leave the classroom.
All work must be completed individually unless otherwise stated. Commission of any of the following acts shall constitute scholastic dishonesty: acquiring or providing information for any assigned work or examination from any unauthorized source; informing any person or persons of the contents of any examination prior to the time the exam is given in any subsequent sections of the course or as a makeup; plagiarism; submission of a paper or project that is substantially the same for two courses unless expressly authorized by the instructor to do so.
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, Mr. Dan Porter.
Course Grade: Made up of the following
Lecture Exams - 50%, There will be 4 lecture exams given throughout the course. Each exam is worth 100 points and is comprised of objective type questions such as multiple choice, true/false, and matching.
Lab Exams & Quizzes - 20%
Homework Assignments (Lecture & Lab) - 10%
Final Exam - 20%, The Final Exam is a mandatory and comprehensive exam. The comprehensive portion of the exam will come from questions from the first 4 lecture exams.
Makeup Exams: The instructor should be notified in advance when possible, within 24 hours for any reason which may cause you to miss an exam.
In the event you must miss one lecture exam, your Final Exam grade will be used to replace the missing exam score in addition to counting as your final exam grade. Reasons for missing an exam must be with my approval prior to the scheduled exam and for documented absences, or for illness/injury requiring a documented medical appointment.
This will only be allowed for ONE exam grade. I will be happy to listen to any other specific reasons which may apply, but again, please seek prior approval if possible.
It is not acceptable to decide not to take an exam (outside of the reasons listed above) with the idea that you can use your final exam to replace that grade. Any “Unexcused” missed exam will result in a grade of Zero (0) and not be allowed to be made up or replaced with your final exam grade.
Quizzes: Unannounced quizzes may be given periodically throughout the course. They will cover material recently discussed in class and will be “bonus points” added on to the next exam grade. There are no makeup quizzes given except for approved absences or for illness/injury requiring a documented medical appointment.
Numerical to Letter Grade Calculations:
A: 89.5 - 100% of total points
B: 79.5 - 89.4%
C: 69.5 - 79.4%
D: 59.5 - 69.4%
F: < 59.5%
Regular attendance, both in lecture and in lab, is extremely important to doing well in this course. We have a large amount of material to cover in a short amount of time and therefore you must not fall behind.
You can only get out of course what you put in to it, so please try to be in class and lab for each day.
Tentative Calendar:
LECTURE:
Week 1 - Syllabus
Ch. 1 Introduction To Anatomy & Physiology
Ch. 2 Chemical Level of Organization
Week 2 - Ch. 3 The Cellular Level of Organization
Ch. 4 - The Tissue Level of Organization
Exam 1
Week 3 - Ch. 5 The Integumentary System
Ch. 6 Bones and Bone Structure
Week 4 - Exam 2
Ch. 9 Joints
Ch. 10 Muscle Tissue
Week 5 - Ch. 12 Nervous Tissue
Ch. 13 The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, and Spinal Reflexes
Exam 3
Week 6 - Ch. 14 The Brain and Cranial Nerves
Ch. 15 Sensory Pathways and The Somatic Nervous System
Ch. 16 The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher-Order Functions
Week 7 - Exam 4
Ch. 16 The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher-Order Functions
Ch. 17 The Special Senses (time permitting)
Week 8 - Review for Final Exam
Final Lecture Exam
LABORATORY:
Week 1 - Exercises 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Lab Quiz
Week 2 - Exercises 6, 7
Lab Exam
Week 3 - Exercises 8, 9, 10, 11
Lab Quiz
Week 4 - Exercises 12 & 13
Lab Exam
Week 5 - Exercises 15, 17, 19
Lab Quiz
Week 6 - Exercises 20, 21, 22
Lab Exam
Week 7 - Exercises 23, 24, 25
Lab Quiz
Once again, I cannot stress how important it is to attend each lecture and lab session and to not fall behind.
Please do not hesitate to ask questions and to contact me to set up a time to meet in my office or drop by anytime during my regular office hours.
It is my firm belief that it is possible to have a good time while learning Anatomy & Physiology at the same time.
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