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SYLLABUSMiami Dade College

Kendall CampusBSC 2020 Human Biology

CR 1949Instructor: Stephanie BarrientosClass Time: M / W 1:00-2:15 PM Class Room: 3307Office: Room 3348 Mondays 4:30 – 6:30 PM OR by appointmentE-mail: [email protected]

Course DescriptionThis the Human Biology for non-majors based upon “Human Biology Concepts and Current issues” by Michael D. Johnson textbook (eighth edition). This course provides a basic understanding of the human body, its systems and their functions. It includes the dynamics of physiology, terminology, and physiological relationships of the body systems.

The above course links to the following Learning Outcomes:

o Communicate effectively using listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

o Solve problems using critical thinking and scientific reasoning.o Use computers and emerging technologies effectively.o Describe how natural systems function and recognize the impact of

humans on the environment.

Common Course Number: BSC-2020

Course Title: Human Biology Essential of Anatomy and Physiology

Credit Hours Breakdown: 3 lecture hours

Stephanie Barrientos / BSC 2020 Human Biology/ Dept. Biology, Health, and Wellness Room 3285 / 305-237-2445

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Course Competencies:

Competency 1: The Sciences of Anatomy and Physiology

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the meaning of these two terms by:

1.1 Defining anatomy and physiology, and explaining how they are related.1.2 Defining homeostasis and its mechanisms, and explaining its importance to

survival.1.3 Describing a feedback system and differentiating between positive and

negative feedback.

Competency 2: Organization of the Human Body

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe how the body is organized by:

2.1 Identifying the major regions of the body utilizing appropriate anatomical terminology.2.2 Defining the anatomical planes used to locate parts of the body 2.3 Describing the locations of the major body cavities and listing the major organs in each cavity.

Competency 3: Introductory Chemistry

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the basic knowledge of chemistry as it relates to anatomy and physiology by:

3.1 Defining the functions of water, acids, bases, and the concept of pH.3.2 Discussing the functions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.3.3 Explaining the role of enzymes in living systems.


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Competency 4: Cells and Tissues

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the major cellular organelles and tissue types, and explain their function by:

4.1 Identifying the major cellular organelles.4.2 Explaining how substances move into and out of cells.4.3 Describing how a cell divides.4.4 Identifying the four basic tissue types that comprise the human body: epithelial,

connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.

Competency 5: The Integumentary System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the integumentary system and explain its functions by:

5.1 Describing the structure of the skin.5.2 Describing the effects of aging on the integumentary system.

Competency 6: The Skeletal System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the skeletal system and explain its functions by:

6.1 Describing the factors involved in ossification and bone growth.6.3 Identifying the axial and appendicular divisions and their major bones6.4 Describing the effects of aging on the skeletal system.

Competency 7: Joints

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to know the different kinds of joints by:

7.1 Defining a joint and describing how the structure of a joint determines its function.7.2 Describing the structure of the different type of joints, and how are their functions related.7.3 Explaining the effects of aging on joints. Stephanie Barrientos / BSC 2020 Human Biology/ Dept. Biology, Health, and Wellness Room 3285 / 305-237-2445

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Competency 8: The Muscular System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the muscular system by:

8.1 Describing the location, function(s), and characteristics of each type of muscle tissue: smooth, cardiac, and skeletal.

8.2 Explaining the major events that occur during muscle fiber contraction.8.3 Describing the sources of ATP and oxygen necessary for muscle contraction.8.4 Describing how exercise affects skeletal muscle.

Competency 9: Nervous Tissue

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the basic structure of nervous tissue by:

9.1 Describing the basic components and general functions of the nervous tissue.9.2 Comparing the structure and function of neurons and neuroglia. 9.3 Explaining how nerve impulses are transmitted from neuron to neuron and neuron to muscle.

Competency 10: The Control Systems: Nervous and Endocrine

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the nervous and endocrine systems by:

10.1 Defining central nervous system.10.2 Naming the major parts of the brain and describing the functions of each.10.3 Describing the spinal cord and its function10.4 Listing and defining the major parts of the peripheral nervous system.10.5 Describing the general characteristics of the autonomic nervous system.10.6 Describing the two general mechanisms of hormone action as they relate to neural transmission.10.7 Explaining the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary.10.8 Describing the function(s) of the major endocrine glands.10.9 Explaining how stress affects the nervous and endocrine systems.


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Competency 11: The Cardiovascular System: Blood, Blood Vessels and the Heart

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the cardiovascular system by:

11.1 Describing the general characteristics of blood and its major functions.11.2 Listing the types of blood cells and their functions, and blood types.11.3 Naming the organs of the cardiovascular system and discussing their functions.11.4 Tracing the pathway of blood through the heart and lungs.11.5 Comparing the structures and functions of the major types of blood vessels.11.6 Defining cardiac output and how it is regulated.11.7 Identifying the factors that affect blood pressure and vascular resistance.11.8 Explaining the relationship between diet, exercise, and cardiovascular health.

Competency 12: The Lymphatic and Immune System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the lymphatic and immune systems by:

12.1 Describing the general functions of the lymphatic and immune systems.12.2 Listing the major lymph organs and the functions of each.12.3 Distinguishing between specific and non-specific defenses.12.4 Distinguishing between primary and secondary immune responses.12.5 Distinguishing between active and passive immunity.12.6 Explaining how allergic reactions, tissue rejection reactions, and autoimmunity are related.12.7 Comparing the functions of cell-mediated immunity and antibody-mediated immunity.


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Competency 13: The Respiratory System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the respiratory system by:

13.1 Listing the general functions of the respiratory system.13.2 Describing the structure and functions of each organ of the respiratory system.13.3 Explaining how oxygen and carbon dioxide are carried by the blood and

exchanged between the lungs and the tissues.13.4 Describing the respiratory center and its role in inhalation and exhalation.Competency 14: The Digestive System

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the digestive system and its related functions by:

14.1 Naming and describing the major organs of digestion.14.2 Explaining how food travels through the alimentary canal and discussing the

mechanical and enzymatic activity occurring along the GI tract.14.3 Listing and describing the factors that regulate food intake.

Competency 15: Metabolism and Nutrition

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the roles of metabolism and nutrition by:

15.1 Defining metabolism and nutrition, and their roles in homeostasis.15.2 Listing six classes of nutrients and distinguish between nutrients and essential nutrients.15.3 Listing the major sources of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins and how they are used

by the cell(s).15.4 Listing the fat-soluble and the water-soluble vitamins and stating the general functions of each class.15.5 Explaining the importance of diet on health.


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Competency 16: The Urinary System, Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand the urinary system and explain its related functions by:

16.1 Listing the organs of the urinary system .16.2 Describing the structure of a kidney and discussing filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.16.3 Discussing why kidneys are considered to be our most important homeostatic organ. 16.4 Describing the hormones affecting the kidneys, such as erythropoietin,

aldosterone and ADH.16.5 Listing the normal and abnormal components of urine, and discussing the

importance of water and electrolyte balance.16.6 Describing the various fluid compartments of the body and comparing their

electrolyte composition.16.7 Discussing the significance of physiological buffering by the lungs and kidneys.

Competency 17: The Reproductive System.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able understand the male and female reproductive systems by:

17.1 Naming the structure and functions of the male and female reproductive systems.17.3 Comparing and contrasting spermatogenesis and oogenesis.17.4 Explaining how hormones control the activities of the reproductive organs

and discussing the role of hormones in the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics.

17.5 Discussing the ovarian and menstrual cycles and explaining how they are related.17.6 Describing the effects of aging on the reproductive systems of males and females.


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Grading Policy Tests: 75% You will have four tests. The lowest test grade will be dropped.

Home Learning Activities: 25% These activities will be in the form of you written reflections on the week’s lectures. Each week you will be required to submit a 350 word reflection (typed) on a topic presented in class the week prior. Reflections involve finding an article that discusses any of the biological concepts presented in class and discussing any relevant research, contemporary new findings regarding that topic. Topics may also include social implications of biology as well as current discussions that are subject to debate (i.e. vaccinations, artificial intelligence, etc). Papers must include a reference page in MLA format. NO LATE SUBMISISONS ACCEPTED. Papers are due in person at the beginning of class.

Service Learning (Extra Credit)

Grading System A: 100 to 90 B: 89 to 80 C: 79 to 70 D: 69-40 F less than 40

Tests There are NO make-ups for Tests. In the event of an unexpected emergency or illness, you may use your free-drop. So please try your best to make it to each exam.

Cheating and Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated. If you are caught cheating or plagiarizing in any form, you will receive a failing grade for the course and be reported to the college for appropriate disciplinary action. The college policy for dealing with academic dishonesty is located at http://www.mdc.edu/pdf/procedures/4074.pdf


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You must arrive on time for exams. Arriving late disrupts students who are in the process of taking an exam. Anyone arriving more than 20 minutes late for an exam may, at the instructor's discretion, not be allowed to take that exam. After the first person submits his or her exam, anyone else arriving beyond that time will not be allowed to take it.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementStudents who have a disability that might affect their performance in the class are encouraged to contact Access Services, in confidence, as soon as possible. The office will aid in appropriate accommodations for the student. This is in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Attendance Attendance is mandatory. If an emergency arises, the instructor expects to be contacted if you cannot attend to class. It is your personal responsibility to get notes or handouts from classmates or to see the instructor during office hours for additional help. You are always welcome during my office hours to receive help; I am here to facilitate your process of learning. Your attendance record can affect your final grade; your tardiness will be considered a distraction of the class.

Absence from classes will be excused only with a signed note from a physician certifying illness on the date(s) missed or, under extenuating circumstances, by prior arrangement with the instructor. Emergencies must be documented in writing. Crises or emergencies include severe illness requiring a doctor's visit or hospitalization, death in the family, or college-excused events (which must be approved ahead of time). They do not include not feeling well, oversleeping, forgetting, not finding parking, or needing help from or for a friend, roommate, family member, or pet.

A student who is absent from the first week of class [or the "first meeting of a class that meets once a week"] loses the right to remain on the class roll, UNLESS the instructor is notified [in advance] that the absence is temporary. During the course, more than 5 unexcused absences are enough to automatically earn a reduction of your grade by 1 letter grade.


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Extra-Credit Opportunities:

Service Learning I decided to include in the curriculum Service Learning under the philosophy of experiential education. In my opinion, one of the most important missions of colleges is to prepare a generation of active and engaged citizens. Civic Service Learning provides an opportunity for students to use skills and knowledge in real life situations; also promotes learning trough active participation in services experiences. Service Learning, the activity with the reflection will count as 5 percentage points over your final grade. It is mandatory to receive approval from your Professor before you begin the application. The due date for the Service Learning Project is

Please, go to this link to begin your application www.mdc.edu/iCED


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http://www.mdc.edu/iCED

Behavior and Succeed in class I encourage a respectful behavior in my classes. Please, respect student’s backgrounds, cultures and different opinions. Treat others as you wish to be treated. Respect is our class Motto.

Please check your Miami Dade College e-mail account before classes

Read the assigned material before coming into class Try not to memorize terminology mechanically, but learn the meaning of the

terms you are using Do not hesitate to ask questions Attend to class regularly Do not miss your online assignments STUDY AND READ AS MUCH AS YOU CAN

“Learn get knowledge is the only way to become what you want” The Philosophy of Al-Andalus


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“Education is the golden door of freedom” George Washington Carver

Tentative lecture Schedule and TestThis schedule is subject to change without notice 1/10/2018 Syllabus & Introduction1/15/2018 NO CLASS1/17/2018 Human Biology, Science and Society1/22/2018 Chemistry of Living Things1/24/2018 Structure of Cells1/29/2018 Cells to Organ Systems1/31/2018 Skeletal System2/5/2018 Review2/7/2018 TEST 12/12/2018 CLASS CANCELLED2/14/2018 Heart and Vessels2/19/2018 NO CLASS2/21/2018 Blood2/26/2018 Immune System2/28/2018 Respiratory System3/5/2018 Nervous System3/7/2018 Review3/12/2018 TEST 23/14/2018 Digestive System3/19/2018 Urinary System3/21/2018 Endocrine System3/26/2018 Reproductive System (Male & Female)3/28/2018 Cell Reproduction4/2/2018 Cancer4/4/2018 Review4/9/2018 TEST 34/11/2018 Genetics and Inheritance4/16/2018 Development, Maturation, Aging, Death4/18/2018 Evolution and Origins of Life4/23/2018 Human Impacts/Biodiversity4/25/2018 Review4/30/2018 TEST 4


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