S Y L L A B U SYour Course Learning Plan

Course:BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Online (CRN# 10457)

Instructor: Dr. Matt Pearcy

Time Frame:

January 20th through May 11th (Spring 2010)

     

A. Instructor Contact and Communications

Phone: 928-649-5486

E-mail address:

Skype address:

Matt.Pearcy@yc.edu

mattpearcy

Office Location: VC.J 103

Office Hours: Office hours will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Office hours from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm will be held in the Learning Center. The rest of my office hours will be in my office. Office hours will be held at alternate times by appointment.

Classroom location: Online

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 (12th edition) by G. Tortora and B. Derrickson and Real Anatomy 1.0 M. Nielsen and S. Miller.

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: Assessments for this course will include weekly online quizzes and two proctored exams. The two exams must be taken at a testing center so that they can be proctored. The exams will be closed book. Early in the semester we will work out where you are going to take the proctored exams. If you take the exams at any of Yavapai College’s testing centers the proctoring will be free. If you are in a location that requires a non Yavapai College affiliated testing center you may have to pay a small fee to take the exams. (Usually about 15 – 30 dollars) You are responsible for this fee to take the exams. Every effort will be made to find a free testing center. There will be 13 online quizzes covering the lecture and lab material. The questions on the quizzes will be similar, but not identical, to those found on the exams. The point of the quizzes is to prepare you for the types of questions you will see on the exams. There will be weekly online labs. At the beginning of the semester students will be required to complete a quiz covering the syllabus for the class.

Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:

2 proctored exams at 200 pts apiece………………...…...400 pts.

Quizzes:

12 online quizzes at 25 pts. apiece .……………….……..300 pts.

Labs:

12 at 25 pts. apiece……………………………...…...…..300 pts.

Syllabus Quiz……………………………………….....……..20 pts.

Total Points 1,020 pts.

Letter Grades: A = 918 – 1,020 pts. B = 816 – 917 pts. C = 714 – 815 pts. D = 612 – 713 pts. F ≤ 611 pts.

Labs: Labs will be graded for quality and completeness. Labs will be assigned weekly and will be due on Wednesdays at 5 pm.

Quizzes: Quizzes will be given online about once a week. Each quiz will be worth 25 points and will be due on Wednesdays at 5 pm.

Exams

There will be two closed book comprehensive proctored exams during the semester

Absences: There are no make-ups allowed for labs or quizzes. 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 extra credit work is allowed.

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 November 1 in the Fall semester, April 1 in the Spring semester.

For classes of 4 days to 14 weeks in length, withdrawals are permitted until the class is 50 percent completed.

For classes of 1-3 days in length, withdrawals are permitted until the class is 50 percent completed.

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.

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.

Preventing Harassment: 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.

BIO 202 Spring 2010 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. If the content is changed I will issue a new syllabus and syllabus agreement form to insure that all students are aware of the changes. 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 Date Topic

1 Syllabus Quiz is due January 22nd Chapter 18

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

Learning Outcomes: Describe the anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands. Describe the anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands.

2 Lecture Quiz #1 is due January 27th

Lab Activity #1 is due January 27th

Chapter 19

Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of blood.

Learning Outcome: Describe the anatomy and functions of blood.

3 Lecture Quiz #2 is due February 3rd

Lab Activity #2 is due February 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 Lecture Quiz #3 is due February 10th

Lab Activity #3 is due February 10th

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.

5 Lecture Quiz #4 is due February 17th

Lab Activity #4 is due February 17th

Chapter 22

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.

6 Lecture Quiz #5 is due February 24th

Lab Activity #5 is due February 24th

Chapter 22 Continued

7Lab Activity #6 is due March 3rd 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 Exam #1 is due March 10th 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 SPRING BREAK!

10 Lecture Quiz #7 is due March 24th

Lab Activity #7 is due March 24th

Chapter 25

Course Content: Metabolism.

Learning Outcome: Describe the biological processes involved in metabolism

11 Lecture Quiz #8 is due March 31st

Lab Activity #8 is due March 31st

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 Lecture Quiz #9 is due April 7th

Lab Activity #9 is due April 7th

Chapter 26 Continued

13 Lecture Quiz #10 is due April 14th

Lab Activity #10 is due April 14th

Chapter 27

Course Content: Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid – Base Homeostasis

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

14 Lecture Quiz #11 is due April 21st

Lab Activity #11 is due April 21st

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 Lecture Quiz #12 is due April 28th

Lab Activity # 12 is due April 28th

Chapter 28 Continued

16 Exam #2 is due May 5th Class Review and Final Exam