S Y L L A B U SYour Course Learning Plan

Course:BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (CRN #35516)

Instructor: Dr. Matt Pearcy

Time Frame:

August 19th through December 9th (Fall 2013)

     

A. Instructor Contact and Communications

Phone: 928-649-5486

E-mail address:

Skype address:

Matt.Pearcy@yc.edu

mattpearcy

Office Location: VC.M-208

Office Hours: My job is to help you be successful so please come see me outside of the classroom if you need to talk about anything at all. The sooner the better! Official student hours will be held on Mondays from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Tuesdays from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Wednesdays from 8:00 am to 10:00 am; however, if these times don’t work for you let me know and we’ll figure out an alternative time to meet.

Classroom location: Tuesdays from 11:00 am to 1:45 pm in VC.L 106.

B. General Course Information

Credit hours: 4.0

Course description: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits). The class material covers the structure and function of the human body. Specific topics include reproductive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, and digestive systems.

Prerequisite/Co-requisite: BIO 201 and Reading Proficiency

Course purpose: To gain an understanding of the human body and how it functions.

Textbooks, software, supplies, equipment and

tools:

Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (13th edition) by G. Tortora and B. Derrickson and Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology (4th edition) by C. Allen and V. Harper

C. Course Content and Outcomes

Course content: 1. Anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands

2. Hormonal actions

3. Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system

4. Anatomy and physiology of blood

5. Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system

6. Anatomy and physiology of the immune system

7. Fetal membranes and blood circulation

8. Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system

9. Metabolism

10. Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system

11. Blood pressure and flow dynamics

12. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system

13. Ventilation mechanisms and gas transport

14. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system

15. Urine formation

Learning outcomes: 1. Describe the anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands.

2. Describe the biological processes involved in hormonal actions.

3. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system.

4. Describe the anatomy and functions of blood.

5. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system.

6. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the immune system.

7. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of fetal membranes and circulation.

8. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system.

9. Describe the biological processes involved in metabolism.

10. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system.

11. Describe the biological processes involved in blood pressure dynamics.

12. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system.

13. Describe and identify ventilation mechanisms.

14. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system.

15. Describe the biological processes involved urine formation.

16. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the systems of the body.

17. Identify the broad themes that unify studying the systems of the body.

18. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical representation of physiological data and anatomical structures.

19. Use the tools and equipment necessary for scientific analysis and research on physiological data and anatomical structures.

20. Record the results of investigation through writing.

Assessments: The assessments for the class will include seven closed book exams as well as a closed book comprehensive final exam. The final exam will cover the material from the entire semester. Also, weekly lab assignments will be collected.

Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:

7 exams at 100 pts. apiece……………………………………..700 pts.

1 comprehensive final exam…………………………………...200 pts.

Labs

15 at 20 points apiece…………………………………..……...300 pts.

1,200 pts.

The letter grades will be assigned as follows.

A = 1,080 – 1,200 pts. B = 960 –1,079 pts. C = 840 – 959 pts. D = 720 – 839 pts. F ≤ 719 pts.

Labs:

Exams:

Labs will be graded based on the quality and completeness of the lab. Exams questions will come, in part, from the labs. When you are completing a lab you are studying for the exam so make sure to do a stellar job!

The exams will be closed book and will consist of material covered in lecture and lab.

Grading Policy: My official grading policy is that all assignments will be graded and returned one week after they are due. However, most of the time it will be much sooner than that.

Absences: To receive full credit labs must be turned in on time. Students may turn in labs up to one week past the due date; however, you will receive half credit for the lab. Exams can be made up with instructor permission only. If the student misses an exam the excuse must be accompanied by documentation. (ie, Doctor’s excuse) No individual extra credit work

will be assigned.

Student Resources (as applicable)

Library services: Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the Verde Valley Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide library network, which provides access to a wide-range of information and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County. Possession of a College library card entitles students to access materials housed at member libraries. Instructors may place required course materials on reserve in the library or make assignments that require the use of library resources.

Learning Centers: A Learning Center is available on the Prescott and Verde Valley Campuses. These centers provide a variety of learning support for students including tutoring, adaptive computer and equipment for students with disabilities, and a networked general computer lab.

Tutoring: Call for details: Prescott 776-2085 or Verde Valley 634-6562

Online resources and services:

Online writing tutoring for any academic subject is available at www2.yc.edu/content/learningcenters

Instructor Procedures and Institution Policies

Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings, laboratories, and field trips. A student who expects to be absent due to another school-sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must make prior arrangements with the instructor. All course work must be made up as directed by the instructor. A student who does not adhere to instructor and College attendance requirements may be dropped from the course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.

Course withdrawal: After the drop/add period closes, students may withdraw until the deadline for student-initiated withdrawals. Withdrawals result in a "W" on the permanent transcript.

For semester-length classes 14 weeks in length or longer, the withdrawal deadline is October 15th.

A "Y" is noted on the permanent transcript for an administrative withdrawal. More information can be obtained from the Admissions & Registration Office.

Academic integrity: Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning environment. The presentation of another individual’s work as one’s own or the act of seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating, plagiarism or other dishonest means are violations of the College’s “Student Code of Conduct.” Definitions of plagiarism, cheating, and violation of copyright and penalties for violation are available in the

Yavapai College General Catalog. All cell phones must be stowed before beginning an assessment. The presence of a cell phone on a student’s desk during an assessment will be construed as cheating and the student will receive an F for the class. Any incident of cheating or plagiarism on any assignment in the class will result in the student receiving an F as their letter grade for the class.

Student code of conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are fundamental expectations for every student. The “Student Code of Conduct” outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for responding to allegations of student misconduct.

Disability support services: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services to students with documented disabilities. Academic support services or accommodations for mobility impaired students must be arranged through the ADA Coordinator (Prescott Campus: 928.776.2079 or Verde Valley Campus: (928.634.6563).

Cell phone and pager: Yavapai College is committed to providing a quality learning environment. All cell phones and pagers must be placed in a non-audible mode while in classrooms, computer labs, the library, the learning center, and testing areas. Cell phones and pagers must be used outside these facilities. No cell phones are allowed in the students possession during any assessment. All cell phones and other electronic devices must be stored in a place not immediately accessible to the student during assessments.

Preventing Harassment:

Inclement Weather:

Students are expected to respond and write in a professional and appropriate manner when activities are assigned to create scenarios, discuss opinions, present on a selected subject, or post to a web board. Inappropriate language or objectionable material will not be tolerated and could result in a failing grade for the class. Students and faculty each have responsibility for maintain an appropriate learning environment. Students who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards may be subject to discipline. Faculty have the professional responsibility to treat all students with understanding, dignity and respect, to guide classroom discussion and to set reasonable limits on the manner in which they and their students express opinions. Professional courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, culture, religion, politics, sexual orientation, gender variance and nationalities. All correspondence between instructor and students and between individual students must be of a professional nature. Any inappropriate language (profanity) or correspondence of a threatening or harassing nature will result in the student being immediately dropped from the class.

If the college has a delayed start due to inclement weather then the class will be completely cancelled.

BIO 202 Fall 2013 Tentative Class ScheduleThe general course content and learning outcomes addressed for each class is listed below. The topics covered will include, but are not limited to, the content listed below. I reserved the right to change the contents listed below. The following learning outcomes will be addressed every week: use scientific reasoning to evaluate the systems of the body, identify the broad themes that unify studying the systems of the body, interpret the numerical and/or graphical representation of physiological data and anatomical structures, Use the tools and equipment necessary for scientific analysis and research on physiological data and anatomical structures and record the results of investigation through writing.

Week Due Dates Topic

1 Chapter 18

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands. Hormonal actions,

Learning Outcomes: Describe the anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands

2 Exercise 25 and Exercise 26 are due August 27th

Chapter 19

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of blood.

Learning Outcome: Describe the anatomy and functions of blood.

3 Exam #1 is September 3rd Chapter 20

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system

Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system.

4 Exercises 27 and 28 are due September 10th

Chapter 20 Continued

5 Exam #2 is September 17th

Exercise 29 is due September 17th

Chapter 21

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system. Fetal membranes and blood circulation. Blood pressure and flow dynamics.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of fetal membranes and circulation. Describe the biological processes involved in blood pressure dynamics.

6 Exercises 31 and 32 are due Chapter 22

September 24th Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. Anatomy and physiology of the immune system.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the immune system.

7 Exam #3 is October 1st

Exercise 33 is due October 1st

Chapter 23

Course Content: Ventilation mechanisms and gas transport.

Learning Outcomes: Describe and identify ventilation. . Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system.

8 Exercise 34 is due October 8th

Chapter 24

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system.

Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system.

9 Exam #4 is October 15th Chapter 24 Continued

10 Exercise 35 is due October 22nd

Chapter 25

Course Content: Metabolism.

Learning Outcome: Describe the biological processes involved in metabolism

11 Exam #5 is October 29th Chapter 26

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system. Urine formation.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system. Describe the biological processes involved urine formation.

12 Exercise 36 is due November 5th

Chapter 26 Continued

13 Exam #6 is November 12th

Exercise 37 is due November 12th

Chapter 27

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system.

Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system.

14 Exercise 38 is due November 19th

Chapter 28

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system.

Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system.

15 Exam #7 is November 26th

Exercise 39 is due November 26th

Chapter 28 Continued

16 Final Exam is December 3rd