Anatomy and Physiology I Syllabus for 2021-2022
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Course

BIOL-2401-031 Anatomy and Physiology I

Prerequisites

Course Description

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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Hours

(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Fundamentals of  Anatomy & Physiology, by Martini, Nath and Bartholomew, Eleventh edition, Pearson Publishers

Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, Twelfth edition, by Elaine Marieb, Susan Mitchell and Lori Smith

Lecture Notes-Provided in class and posted on Blackboard (Powerpoint or Microsoft word)

Supplies

Pens, Printed out PowerPoint notes, Highlighters, 4x6 Index Cards and box of gloves for dissections.

Student Performance

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.

Students 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

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 (Edythe Carter), the Vice-President of student affairs  (Dr. Tamara Clunis),or the college President, (Dr.Lowery-Hart), IN THAT ORDER.

Food and Drink:

You may bring drink (covered or capped) into the lecture room. I do not recommend any open food or beverage containers in the lab rooms.

Cell Phones and Pagers

Cell phones and pagers are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others.  Please keep all cell phones and pagers 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, lecture exam or lab exam.  This will result in a grade of zero on that quiz or exam.

TEXTING: Incidents of constant texting in class by a student shall be addressed by the instructor. If this habit is found to be an issue, the student may be asked to leave the room. Continual abuse of this policy will result with the student being referred to the Dean of Student Services.

Plagiarism / Dishonesty: Academic dishonesty or plagiarism will not be tolerated in this class.  Students caught cheating on a quiz, exam, or lab practical will be given a grade of zero on that assignment and referred to the Dean of Student Services. Please read very carefully: If your cell phone is out or seen at any time during a quiz or exam for any reason, your assessment will be taken up immediately and you will receive a zero for that assessment. If there is a similar repeated incident from the same student, they will receive an "F" for the course. In addition, DO NOT do anything which would appear to involve cheating. This includes the prohibited use of audio devices such as headphones or earbuds during exams.  Any suspicious behavior during a test will result in a zero for the test and an "F"  in the course for a repeated incident.  

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

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.  Attendance will be taken from the beginning to the end of the semester. Late arrivals (based on the classroom clock) to class during quizzes, tests and lab exams will result in a zero for the respective assessment. Please be aware of the time difference between your personal and classroom clock. The door will always be locked during all assessments. Please respect other students by NOT knocking on the door during any assessments.If classes are officially canceled lecture and lab exams will be given the next class meeting.   

Calendar

Additional Information

Census date: (last day to drop with the course NOT appearing on the transcript) - November 1st, 2021.

Withdrawal deadline:  December 8, 2021

100% Refund date: Oct 26, 2021

A grade of W will be given for a student initiated drop or withdrawal on or before December 8, 2021. You may not drop or withdraw after Wednesday, Dec 8th, 2021 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.