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BIO 168 – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY IRevised: June 19, 2007Fall 2007 Instructor:Phone:Office Location:Email:Office Hours:Exam Date:
Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in‑depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Credits, Hours, Prerequisites:
Four (4) Semester Hours Credit.Three (3) Class Hours Per Week; Three (3) Laboratory Hours Per Week.Prerequisites: NoneCorequisites: Class section BIO 168C and laboratory section BIO 168L must be taken concurrently.
Student Outcomes:
After completing BIO 168, the student should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:Lecture· Identify the principal systems of the human body, list the representative organs of each, and describe the function of these systems;· Identify by name and symbol the principal chemical elements of the human body;· Define and list a cell's generalized parts and give the major functions of each;· Define tissues, glands, and membranes; tell where they are located in the body, and the functions of each;· Identify the components of the skeletal system and discuss the basic functions of the system;· Define the four principal types of bones in the skeleton and explain the relationship between bone structure and function;· Identify the bones of the shoulder and pelvic girdle and their principal markings;· Define an articulation and identify the factors that determine the degree of movement at a joint;· List the characteristics and functions of muscle tissue;· Describe the relationship between bones and skeletal muscles in producing body movements;· Identify the parts and functions of the nervous system; Lab· Identify the systems of the human body, body organization, directional and anatomical terms.· Identify and use the principal parts of a microscope to locate and describe cellular and histological structures.· Define and list a cell's generalized parts and give the major functions of each.· Define tissues, glands, and membranes; tell where they are located in the body, and the functions of each.· Identify the components of the skeletal system and discuss the basic functions of the system.· List the characteristics and functions of muscle tissue.· Identify the relationship between bones and skeletal muscles in producing body movements.· Identify the parts and functions of the nervous system.
Student Materials Required:
Textbook: Marieb, Elaine, N. Anatomy and Physiology. 3rd edition, Pearson, 2008.Lab Manual: Marieb, Elaine, N. Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, 9th edition, Pearson, 2008.
Evaluation:
This course {may or will} include a final exam which will be given during the college Exam Week as noted on the Academic Calendar. An Exam Schedule is attached to this syllabus. Please note the day and time of your final exam. The evening exam schedule will follow the regular semester class schedule. Students will take their final exam in their regularly scheduled classroom unless notified otherwise. Any exceptions or rescheduling must be approved in advance by the instructor The class grade will be based on the following criteria, and a competency level of 77% must be attained in both Lecture and Lab in order to meet the requirements of the course. In the event that a student has a competency level less than 77 on either lecture or lab, the final grade will be determined by the lowest average of the class (lecture or lab). Example : lecture 82 lab 75. The grade will be determined by the lab therefore the grade will be a D. Lecture 75% Lab 25% Total 100% Lecture: 5 Tests each counting 20% for a total of 100% There are no make up tests so a comprehensive final exam may be taken to replace a missing test grade. The final class meeting (exam day) will be used to administer the final test (and the comprehensive final to those who need it). Lab: Seven (7) Practicals 70% Reports/Quizzes 20% Final Exam 10%Total 100% A student’s final grade in this course will be based on the following scale:
| Letter Grade |
Numerical Grade |
Explanation |
Quality Points for Credit |
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| A |
93-100 |
Excellent |
4 quality points per semester hr. |
| B |
85-92 |
Good |
3 quality points per semester hr. |
| C |
77-84 |
Average |
2 quality points per semester hr. |
| D |
70-76 |
Below Average |
1 quality points per semester hr. |
| F |
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Failing |
0 quality points per semester hr.Student did not meet minimum course objectives. Course must be repeated. |
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Incomplete |
0 quality points per semester hr.Student did not meet course objectives due to unusual circumstances; requires written agreement between instructor and student. Work must be completed prior to the end of the following semester/term. |
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Withdrew Passing |
Officially withdrew on or before 80% of the class with a grade of “D” or better. |
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Withdrew Failing |
Officially withdrew on or before 80% of the class with a grade less than 70. |
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Audit |
Enrollment as a non-credit student. Changing registration status to Audit is not possible after the 10% point of a course. |
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Credit by Exam |
0 quality points per semester hr. |
No Lab Practical Make-ups Student Behavior Standards:Students are expected to be familiar with and to abide by the student behavior standards as noted in the current RCCC Catalog and Student Handbook.
Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to be present and on time for every class meeting. If an instructor observes a pattern of excessive absences by a student, the instructor should speak to the student, try to discover the cause of the absences, and offer advice or assistance as indicated. Student failure to maintain contact with the instructor the equivalent of two weeks or 1/8 of the total instructional hours either by attending class, submitting assignments, and/or meeting with the instructor in person or by telephone, may result in a grade being issued for the course.
Withdrawal Policy:
If a student withdraws from a class after the end of the drop/add period and before the 80% point in the class, he/she will receive a grade of “WP” or “WF.” A Grade of “WP” or “WF” will appear on the student’s transcript, but will not be considered as hours attempted in the accumulated Grade-Point Average. If a student does not withdraw before the 80% point in the class, the student will receive a grade of “F” or the grade earned. Courses may be dropped at any time during the drop/add period of the class. Courses dropped during this period will not appear on the student’s record. Once a student has enrolled in class and has paid fees, that student remains a member of the class unless: A. Student Withdrawal1. The student officially withdraws from the course.2. The student transfers to another section of the course.3. The student requests the instructor to withdraw him/her from the course (see the exception in #2 below under Administrative Withdrawal).B. Administrative Withdrawal 1. Administrative withdrawal may be implemented as part of mediated resolution to violations of college “Student Behavior Standards” and appropriate documentation may appear on the student’s official transcript, as needed; or2. Administrative withdrawal may be implemented if student fails to maintain contact with the instructor for the equivalent of two weeks (1/8 of total hours). Contact with the instructor is defined as attending classes, submitting assignments, and/or meeting with the instructor in person, email or by telephone. Failure to maintain contact will result in a grade of F (or the grade earned) being issued for the course. Exception: if absences are because of extenuating circumstances such as accident, illness, or death in the family, the student must contact the instructor who may submit a grade of “I” (Incomplete), “WP” or “WF” (Withdrawal Passing or Failing) or “F” (Failing).
Students with Disabilities:
RCCC abides by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which mandates reasonable accommodations be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have a disability and may require some type of instructional and/or testing accommodation, please contact Disability Services early in the semester. If you have not already done so, you will need to register with the Disability Services Office – the designated office on campus to provide services and administer tests with accommodations for students with disabilities. The DSO is located in Building 100 at Student Services, 704-216-3639.
Topics:
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LECTURE TOPICS |
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The Human Body: An Orientation Chapter 1 |
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Chemistry Comes Alive Chapter 2 |
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TEST #1: Chapters 1-2Cells: The Living Units Chapter 3 |
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Tissue: The Living Fabric Chapter 4
Test #2: Chapters 3-4 |
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Integumentary System Chapter 5 |
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Skeletal Systems: Bones and Bone Tissue Chapter 6 |
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The Skeleton Chapter 7 |
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Joints Chapter 8 |
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TEST #3: Chapters 5, 6, and 8 |
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Muscles and Muscle Tissue Chapter 9 |
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The Muscular System Chapter 10Fundamentals of The Nervous System and Nervous Tissue Chapter 11 |
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TEST #4: Chapters 9 and 11 |
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The Central Nervous System Chapter 12 |
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The Peripheral Nervous System Part 2Chapter 13 |
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Autonomic Nervous System Chapter 14 |
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TEST #5 Chapters 12-14 |
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LAB TOPICS |
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LAB 1: Organization and Terminology, Chapter 1 |
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LAB 2: The Microscope, Chapter 2; Cytology, Chapter 4 |
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LAB 3: Transport Processes, Lab 5 |
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LAB 4: PRACTICAL I, Chapter 1, 2, 4, 5 |
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LAB 5: Tissues, Chapters 8, 9, 10, 11 |
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LAB 6: Integumentary, Chapter 12 and Bones, Chapter 13 |
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LAB 7: PRACTICAL II, Chapters 8-13 |
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LAB 8: Review |
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LAB 9: Axial Skeleton Bones - Part 1, Chapters 14 & 15 |
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LAB 10: PRACTICAL III, Chapters 13, 14, & 15Appendicular Skeleton Bones - Part 2, Chapter 16 |
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LAB 11: PRACTICAL IV |
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LAB 12: Muscles, Chapters 17 & 18 |
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LAB 13: LAB PRACTICAL V, Articulation and Muscles, Chapters 17 & 18Nervous System, Chapter 20 |
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LAB 14: Chapter 20 (con’t) - Review |
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LAB 15: Special Senses, Chapters 21 & 22 |
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PRACTICAL VI – EXAM, Make-ups |
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DISCLAIMER This is a suggested course syllabus of material to be studied in BIO 168. The instructor reserves the right to make necessary changes to any part due to unforeseen circumstances. Al changes will be announced as far in advance as possible to minimize difficulties for the student
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