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BIOL-2401-009 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
Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 11th edition, 2018, Martini, Nath, and Bartholomew, Pearson
Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Cat version, 13th ed, 2018, Pearson
Always bring books with you, pen or pencil, and anything you will need to take notes and complete your work.
Learning Outcomes
After studying the material in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:
By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 60 percent competency level based on the completion of a minimum of four (4) major exams and a comprehensive post examination not to exceed two hours. These will be administered under the supervision of the instructor.
After studying the material in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:
After studying the material in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:
After studying the material in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:
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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".
Cell phones and pagers are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others. This means they should be on silent or vibrate mode. Please be courteous to those around you with regard to cell phones and pagers and do not disrupt class. If the call is an emergency please take the call outside of the classroom. No texting during class. And no music devices (Ipods, etc.) can be used in class and head phones must be out of ears and out of sight. If your cell phone or pager goes off while we are taking a quiz, exam, or practical, you may receive a grade of zero on that test. Cell phones in the “silent or vibrate” modes are not considered to be in the off mode and the preceding sentence will apply to these phones.
Also treat every one how you would want to be treated, with respect.
FOOD AND DRINK:
You may bring food and drink into both lecture and lab; however if you spill something, please clean up after yourself. No food or drink allowed in the lab during dissections.
STC Contract for Success
_______I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes but is not limited to: the illegal use of books, notes, copying or photographing any test material, leaving the Science Testing Center with a test, and the use of any electronic devices such as unapproved calculators, cell phones, smart watches, laptops, tablets, etc. Cheating also includes helping or attempting to help other students cheat or gain an advantage on a test either inside or outside the testing center by sharing of information from the test.
_______Please Note: Cell phones or any other “SMART” devises are NOT allowed in the testing room at any time for any reason. If we see any unapproved electronic devises out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, your test WILL be taken up immediately and may result in an “F” for the course.
_______I understand all testing will be done outside of the class time, except for the final exam.
_______I understand if I score below a 70 on any exam, I must complete a mandatory tutoring session with my instructor or the Science Enrichment Center before requesting the next exam (excluding the Final Exams week). I also understand that I must present a completed Record of Tutoring form to the Science Testing Center staff when requesting my next exam.
Science Testing Center RULES
I have read and understand all of the above rules and requirements. Any violation of any of the above outlined rules or requirements will result in an immediate seizure of my test by the Science Testing Center staff, which may result in further disciplinary actions and possible “F” for the course.
Course and Section #:_________________________ Instructor Name _________________________ Semester ___________________________ Phone Number _____________________
Signature: _________________________________ Print Name:_________________________________ Student ID Number ____________________ Email _______________________________________
LECTURE:
45% exams and 10% assignments totaling 55% of the Total Grade. There will be five tests and a homework grade and the lowest of the 6 will be dropped. The homework grade will be the average of all online concept checks. The due date for the concepts checks is June 29. After that any incomplete concept checks will become zeros. There will be no makeup Homeworks or Tests given since there is a drop test. The tests will be 50 questions multiple choice, matching, and true/false. A scatron will be needed for all tests. Tests will be given in the Science Testing Center and you will have two days for the test. It is your responsibility to keep up with the testing center’s hours and operations. Test dates given are subject to change. If classes are officially canceled exams will be given the next class meeting.
Test 1: May 27 – 28, 2022
Test 2: June 3 – 4, 2022
Test 3: June 10 – 11, 2022
Test 4: June 17 – 18, 2022
Test 5: June 24 – 25, 2022
LABORATORY:
25% of the Total Grade. There will be four practicals and quizzes. There will be eleven quizzes. There will no make up quizzes since there will be a drop quiz. Make up practicals will only be given with a valid, written excuse during finals week. If you need to do a make up you will need to make arrangements before your scheduled final. Test dates given are subject to change. If classes are officially canceled practicals and quizzes will be given the next class meeting.
Practical 1: June 2, 2022
Practical 2: June13, 2022
Practical 3: June 21, 2022
Practical 4: June 28, 2022
FINAL EXAM:
20% of the Total Grade. The final will be comprehensive. The test will be approximately 100 multiple choice, matching, and true/false questions. The test will be in class at the times and date listed. You will need to be on time and when the first person turns in their test no one late will be able to start, so if you are late you will get a zero for the final. You will need a scantron for the test.
Final Exam: Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:00 – 11:00
GRADING:
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: Below 60 *There will be NO curves so don’t ask*
50% lecture, 25% lab, 25% final
There will be no make up tests, homeworks, or quizzes since there is a drop.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance will be taken each class period. Those who attend class every day and participate usually do much better than those who do not, so IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU COME TO CLASS PREPARED EVERY DAY!
LECTURE SCHEDULE:
DATES LESSON
May 23 – 26 Intro, Chem., Cells, Histology
May 27 – 28 Test 1
May 31 – June 2 Integument, Bone Tissue, Axial Skeleton
June 3 – 4 Test 2
June 6 – 9 Appendicular skeleton, Articulations, Muscle tissue
June 10 – 11 Test 3
June 13 – 16 Muscular system, Neural tissue, Spinal cord/ nerves
June 17 – 18 Test 4
June 20 – 23 Brain/ Cranial nerves, SNS, ANS, Special Senses
June 24 – 25 Test 5
Final Thursday, June 30, 2022, 9:00 – 11:00
HOLIDAYS:
Memorial Day May 30
Last Day to Drop June 23
Make up practicals will be given during finals week with arrangements made before your final exam. You can only make up one practical. Make up practicals will only be given with a valid written excuse such as a doctor’s note, death or major illness in the family, they will not be the same as the original (possibly essay), and I highly suggest that you DO NOT miss a practical. There will be no make up quizzes since there is a drop quiz. The quizzes will also be at the beginning of the lab period. You will be responsible for all information in the lab book unless otherwise stated. There may be handouts given during the labs. You are responsible for all information given in those handouts including any written or graphical material they may contain. You also need to bring a box of gloves for dissection, these can be purchased in the pharmacy department of many retailers.
Keys to Success:
Always read the lab exercises before coming to lab. This will prepare you for the lab and will be the material covered on the quizzes. This will also make it easier to complete the exercises and you can have questions prepared for the day. The questions to the lab exercises and reviews should be answered. This will help you learn the material and they are potential quiz and practical questions. Answering the questions before lab may give you more time to study the materials available only during the lab period (like models, slides, and the cat). Any “extra” time during lab should be used to study past lessons to get a better understanding of the material.
If you have any questions about lab material, grading policies, or anything else that pertains to this lab feel free to ask me at any time. The best ways to reach me are to: talk to me in person before, during, or after lab, by e-mail (be patient it may take a day or two), or stop by my office (office hours will be posted on or near the door).
Date Chapter
May 23 – 24 Language of Anatomy, Microscope
May 25 – 26 Histology
May 13 – June 1 Integument, Overview of Skeleton
June 2 Practical 1
June 6 Axial Skeleton
June 7 Appendicular Skeleton
June 8 Articulations, Skeletal Muscle Microscope
June 9 Review
June 13 Practical 2
June 14 Muscle System: Head
June 15 Muscle System: Chest, Abs, Back and Arm
June 16 Muscle System: Legs
June 20 Muscle Activity (DO NOT MISS), Review
June 21 Practical 3
June 22 Nervous Tissue and Spinal Cord
June 23 Brain
June 27 Review
June 28 Practical 4
OFFICE HOURS:
They will be posted on the office door and additional times may be added. It will also be possible to find me before or after a class in my office. Also available by appointment on certain days (see schedule by office suite).
Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 9:00
CLASS HOURS:
LECTURES
Anatomy and Physiology I 9:00 – 10:50 MTWTH Scie 209
Anatomy and Physiology I 1:00 – 2:50 MTWTH Scie 209
LABS
Anatomy and Physiology I 11:00 – 12:50 MTWTH Scie 209
Anatomy and Physiology I 3:00 – 4:50 MTWTH Scie 209
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
Through Blackboard or crotaluslady@yahoo.com
MSDS:
Material Safety Sheets (MSDS) are stored in the yellow storage cabinet.
SCIENCE ENRICHMENT CENTER:
The Science Enrichment Center is located in the Warren Hall, room 110. The hours are posted at the center and through the hallways. These hours are subject to change based on the availability of the monitors. When using the study center, please be sure that you log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the study center. This is a good place to study models but not all models match the ones in lab. PLEASE BE NICE AND TREAT THOSE AROUND YOU AND THE WORKERS IN THE CENTER WITH RESPECT AT ALL TIMES! Students will be asked to leave if they do not follow the rules. Remember this is a privilege to help you get extra study time not a requirement of the biology department so please be patient if the hours are changed or if the center has to be closed due to an emergency. This will also be where tutoring will take place.
SCIENCE TESTING CENTER:
Warren Hall 112
All tests, excluding take-home exams and final exams, will be taken in the Science Testing Center during days scheduled by the teacher during normal Science Testing Center hours. Tests will be taken outside of class lecture time. Please note: No test may be started less than one and a half hours before the Science Testing Center closes. You must present an Amarillo College student ID every time you take a test. The Science Testing Center staff will retain your ID while you take your test and it will be returned to you when you turn in your test. When using the Science Testing Center students will scan in and out with their Amarillo College student I.D.
Mandatory Tutoring:
Warren Hall 110
In an effort to increase retention in Biology courses, any student who scores below a 70 on any exam (excluding the Final Exam week) must complete a mandatory tutoring session in the Science Enrichment Center or with his/her instructor before taking the next exam. Before getting mandatory tutoring, students must first schedule a tutoring time with the SEC by either calling (806 345-5536), online, or visiting (Warren Hall 110). The SEC will do its best to accommodate a student’s schedule within the SEC hours of operation. This may require plenty of advanced notice by the student as time slots fill quickly. Upon arrival in the SEC, students must inform SEC staff that they are there for mandatory tutoring. Mandatory tutoring will not require remediation over a failed test. The first instance of mandatory tutoring will be for 60 minutes.
Free Drop-in:
Peer tutors are available at the Science Enrichment Center
Cheating:
Cheating will not be tolerated in any biology course at Amarillo College. On the first day of class, you will be required to sign and date a Course Contract. Included in the contract is the following statement: "I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes, but is not limited to: the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones*, copying a test or portion of a test, or leaving the Science Testing Center with a test or questions from a test. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test."
You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and on file in the Science Testing Center.
*Please Note: NO CELL PHONES in the Testing Room. If we see your cell phone out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, YOU WILL RECEIVE an "F" for the course!
CAMPUS POLICE:
For help, call Campus Police at 371-5163
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE:
If a student is having a problem with the course policies or the instructor he or she should first try and resolve any such problems with the instructor. If the problem is not resolved, the student may proceed to the Department Chairperson (Dr. Hobbs), the Dean of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the College President (Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart), IN THAT ORDER
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