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BIOL-2401-002 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)
Hybrid
Textbook:Visual Anatomy and Physiology, by Martini; Nath; Bartholomew
Lab Book: Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual,Thirteenth Edition, Cat Version, by Elaine M. Marieb & Lori A Smith
Students should bring any materials that may lead to their success. (i.e., textbooks, notes to fill in, pencil/pen, etc.) Therefore, if a student misses a class, it is the sole responsibility of that student to get the missed notes from a peer and not from the instructor.
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.
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A student who has a grievance concerning an academic course in which he or she is enrolled is directed to appeal in the following order to the: (1) Instructor (2) Department Chair/Program Director (3) Division Chair (4) Vice President of Academic Affairs (5) College President.
TESTING and GRADING FOR THE SEMESTER:
The total grade will be based upon both lecture and lab scores. Students must have a combined score of 60% or higher from lecture and lab portions for a passing grade.
LECTURE GRADING:
55% of the lecture grade for the semester will consist of the following
1. major exams
a. at least 4 major exams.
b. lowest exam grade will be dropped.
Very, Very, Very Important Note: If a student receives a grade lower than a 70 on a major exam, that student MUST (ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS) attend a tutoring session of no less than 60 minutes in the Science Enrichment Center PRIOR to the following exam.
If the student fails to attend the 60 minute tutoring PRIOR to the following exam, that student WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to take the exam. The student WILL receive a grade of zero on that exam (ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS).
2. lecture quizzes
a. quiz average will be equal to one major exam grade.
b. pop quizzes may be given.
c. lecture quizzes may be given during the lab period.
d. lowest quiz grade will be dropped.
e. first quiz:
1.) will be over the syllabus
2.) this is the only quiz that may be retaken until a score of 100 is achieved. If a score a score of 100 is not achieved within 3 class days, a grade of zero for that quiz will be recorded and no more chances will be given.
f. quiz #11 can be given at any time throughout the semester
There WILL BE NO makeup exams or quizzes given. The first missed exam or quiz will be dropped automatically. A student will have to miss class either for an emergency or non-emergency (this includes, but is not limited to: illness of you, friend, family member; court appearances; delay on way to school; weddings; etc.), in either case, the student is encouraged to save the drop grade for that incident.
CRITICAL NOTE: If a student receives a grade of ZERO for cheating on a lecture exam, the student will receive an “F” for the course. Further disciplinary action may follow.
LABORATORY GRADING:
25% of the lab grade for the semester will consist of the following
1. lab practicals (40%)
2. lab quizzes (60%)
Note: The lowest lab quiz will be dropped.
CRITICAL NOTE: If a student receives a grade of ZERO for cheating or the appearance of cheating on a lab quiz, that grade WILL NOT be dropped. Highest lab quiz grade will be dropped. Lab practicals can’t be dropped. Further disciplinary action may follow.
LECTURE FINAL EXAM:
20% of the lecture grade (not counted above) for the semester will consist of the following
1. Comprehensive final exam
GRADING:
Grades WILL NOT BE CURVED and there will be NO EXTRA CREDIT ASSIGNMENTS
A= 100-90.0
B= 89.9-80.0
C= 79.9-70.0
D= 69.9-60.0
F= 59.9 or less
Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the SOLE responsibility of the student and NOT that of the instructor to attend class. Attendance will be taken until the census day, __January 27th after that date attendance may not be taken.
A grade of W will be given for a student who drops or withdraws from the course on or before _March 2nd . The student may NOT drop or withdraw from the course after _ March 2nd _ without approval from the Amarillo College Registrar’s office.
If a student wishes to drop the course, the student must pick up a signed drop slip from his/her instructor or email their instructor with such request. The drop slip must be turned in to the appropriate personnel.
Instructor will hand out.
FOOD & DRINK:
You may bring food & drink into the lecture room, however, if you spill something please clean up after yourself. Food & drinks are allowed in the lab room, however there may be some inappropriate times for not bringing such items.
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 necessary that you answer the call please step outside the classroom to complete the call. Absolutely no calls shall be taken during a quiz, exam, or lab practical. Answering the phone during such times will result in a grade of zero for that quiz, exam, or lab practical.
Bad Weather:
In the event that the campus is closed because of inclement weather, the quiz, exam or lab practical scheduled on the day that the campus was closed will be taken on the next opening day of class.
If class is cancelled because I am ill, see bad weather procedure.
We are following CDC guidelines regarding students returning to class after quarantining for any reason.
*Because of the nature of uncertainties, the instructor reserves the right to alter the timeline (e.g. calendar, chapter schedule) for the course.*
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