Collin County Community College District

BIOL 2404 On-Line Lecture Section Syllabus

Course Information

COURSE NUMBER:   BIOL 2404

COURSE TITLE:    Human Anatomy and Physiology Basics

CREDIT HOURS: 4

LECTURE HOURS: 3    
LAB HOURS: 4       
CLN/REC HOURS: 0

CO/PRE-REQUISITE:  None    (Medical Terminology SGRT 1301 or HITT 1305 is highly recommended) 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  
BIOL 2404 Human Anatomy and Physiology Basics
A one-semester course surveying the structure and function of the human body, including discussion and study of cells, tissues, organs, and systems. 
Not intended for allied health or science majors.
 Lab required.  4 credit hours.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

The objective of this course is to facilitate the understanding of the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology for non-science majors.  The main focus will be on fundamental information concerning the human body, with emphasis on scientific technology and terminology as used in biomedical applications.  The laboratory will emphasize learning body structures and functions through examination of models, graphic representations and charts, use of microscopic images for histology, and dissection images of selected animal specimens.

Course activities and knowledge objectives address increasing each student's competency in reading, writing, critical thinking, and analysis.  Experiential learning activities are utilized as a means of instruction in laboratory components of courses and through research, class projects, and skill building exercises with problem analysis. 

Measurable Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course the students should be able to do the following:

• Describe the gross and microscopic anatomy of the tissues, body organs, and systems.
• Explain the physiological processes of the body organs and systems.
• Address the basic chemical concepts as it relates to living matter.
• Discuss the eukaryotic cell structure and its metabolic processes.
• Explain the homeostatic processes for each of the body systems.
• Understand general disease concepts in relationship to homeostasis.
• Use proper medical terminology to accurately explain concepts.

Withdraw Policy: See the current Collin Registration Guide for the last day to withdraw.

NOTE: You will not be allowed to withdraw from classes at Collin if your official transcripts (required for admission) are not on file.

Course Repeatability:

A course in which a grade (including W) has been received can be repeated ONLY ONE TIME to replace the grade.

Therefore, if you decide to drop this course, weigh your decision carefully.
Please contact your instructor if you have questions.
Remember that one poor test grade does not mean that you will do poorly or flunk the course. It is, however, a warning sign, that you might need extra help. Not completing the required course assingments will result in a lower or non passing grade.
Contact student services in the ACCESS office for classes dealing with time management, note taking, test anxiety, stress management, tutoring, and other specific needs, requirements, or support that might help you.

Academic Policies: See the current Collin Student Handbook.

Every member of the Collin College community is expected to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity. Collin College may initiate disciplinary proceedings against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, statements, acts, or omissions related to applications for enrollment or the award of a degree, and/or the submission as one’s own work material that is not one’s own. Scholastic dishonesty may involve, but is not limited to, one or more of the following acts: cheating, plagiarism, collusion, use of annotated texts or teacher’s editions, use of information about exams posted on the Internet or electronic medium, and/or falsifying academic records. While specific examples are listed below, this is not an exhaustive list and scholastic dishonesty may encompass other conduct, including any conduct through electronic or computerized means.

Plagiarism is the use of an author’s words or ideas as if they were one’s own without giving credit to the source, including, but not limited to, failure to acknowledge a direct quotation.

Cheating is the willful giving or receiving of information in an unauthorized manner during an examination; collaborating with another student during an examination without authority; using, buying, selling, soliciting, stealing, or otherwise obtaining course assignments and/or examination questions in advance; copying computer or Internet files; using someone else’s work for assignments as if it were one’s own; or any other dishonest means of attempting to fulfill the requirements of a course.

Collusion is intentionally or unintentionally aiding or attempting to aid another in an act of scholastic dishonesty, including but not limited to, failing to secure academic work; providing a paper or project to another student; providing an inappropriate level of assistance; communicating answers to a classmate about an examination or any other course assignment; removing tests or answer sheets from a test site; and allowing a classmate to copy answers.

In cases where an incident report has been filed for alleged violation of scholastic dishonesty, faculty are requested to delay posting a grade, for the academic work in question, until the Dean of Students Office renders an administrative decision of the case.

Students found responsible for scholastic dishonesty offenses will receive an authorized disciplinary penalty from the Dean of Students Office. The student may also receive an academic penalty in the course where the scholastic dishonesty took place.
The professor will determine the appropriate academic penalty.

Students found guilty of violations of the college's Academic Ethics / Honor Code policy in either lecture and/or lab will receive the strongest penalty available. This penalty will usually be a failing grade for the course (whether the student withdraws or stays enrolled), no matter how much work was accomplished.

Contact the Dean of Students for the student disciplinary process and procedures.
All Collin students are required to read and consult the Collin Student handbook for the latest updated information during their enrollment at the college.

AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

Collin College will adhere to all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal educational opportunity.  It is the student's responsibility to contact the ACCESS office (D-140) or 972-881-5898 (V/TTD -972-881-5950) in a timely manner if s/he desires to arrange for accommodations. These accomodations need to be on file in the ACCESS office by the second week of classes.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

A minium of two (2) lecture exams will be scheduled covering the text and lecture topics.  The instructor may choose to give additional lecture quizzes and an optional comprehensive final exam to take the place of the lowest lecture exam grade.  The laboratory section grade will be integrated with the lecture grade to produce the overall course grade at the end of the semester.

Participation will also be required via discussions on Canvas.

Netiquette

1. Standards of courtesy and respect must be maintained at all times in our online "classroom." Join in to the discussion, but remember that this is still a "classroom" setting and that respect and consideration are crucial for any intellectual discussion.
2. Discussion areas are the place for intelligent and respectful sharing of ideas. Name-calling and personal attacks are not permited.
3. Any violation of the standards of appropriate behavior online will be reported to the Dean of Students and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken by the college.

METHOD OF PRESENTATION:

Due to the nature of this online sophomore level biology course, the students should have good time managment skills, be self motivated, and highly organized in order to complete the course requirements for lecture and lab.  On line courses are much like self study courses and science courses require daily, dedicated study and application for learning and understanding A&P concepts.

 A textbook is required for lecture study.
The laboratory will have updated background information and on line exercises as well as referencing the lecture textbook.

 Participation in discussions will be required as part of the lecture grade.

Films, slides, models, additional textbooks are available for use in the Learning Resource Center (LRC) at the Collin College Campus Libraries.

Course links: This course includes distance learning components which may contain links to web sites operated and maintained by other public or private entities. While Collin College instructors provide link information to thse sites, the College assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices or the content of such web sites. It is recommended that users consdier the individual privacy statements of each web site they visit.

METHOD OF EVALUATION:

Overall course grade:     Lecture section 65% and Lab section 35%

Lecture: 2 major exams -- averaged to produce majority of the lecture section grade
and possible lecture quizzes as determined by the instructor.    

Participation as determined by the instructor.
(See lecture addendum for more information regarding the specifics of this course.)

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

On Line Attendance via lecture course work is mandatory for all students and involves checking the course calendar for daily assignments and completing the required assignments in a timely manner. Individual conflicts with this policy are to be discussed with the instructor.  The instructor has the option of giving quizzes (announced or unannounced) in the lecture section as deemed necessary to ensure attendance and preparation of the students. 
If extra pop lecture quizzes are given, they may count up to 15% of the lecture grade, with exam grades correspondingly reduced in value.

IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTIES:

First contact your instructor.  If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact the divisional secretary at the Spring Creek Campus to set up an appointment with the dean of academic affairs of the division.
The Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences office phone number is 972-881-5880

The SCC Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for the Natural Sciences division is Craig Leverette.  
His office is located in J-112 at the Spring Creek Campus. 

We will all be happy to assist you.

Campus Security: In case of emergency, contact Campus Police at 972.578.5555

Instructor Information: See Instructor Addendum

COURSE RESOURCES:

TEXTBOOK:   Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 8th Edition, Martini / Bartholomew

You may purchase textbooks at the college bookstore or contact the book publisher Pearson

MATERIALS:     

• Reliable Computer (including peripheral storage devices and access to a printer)
• Access to high speed internet such as Broadbrand DSL or cable
• MS office (word, excel, power point) software version 2010 or higher.
• World Wide Web (WWW) access and Internet access [24/7]
• Current and updated Web Browser Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Safari, or Mozilla Firefox
• Email account (must be able to attach, send, open, and print multiple attachments)
• Modified (New Design) Mastering A&P software access

Additional Plug-ins: Free downloads

Flash Player

Shockwave Player

Adobe Acrobat Reader

QuickTime

SUPPLIES: Suggested reference books are discussed in the lab syllabus

Other Resources : College Library [LRC] for computer use and for models and slides

Copyright: Materials used in connection with this course may be subject to copright protection.

This course includes distance learning components which may contain links to Web sites operated and maintained by other public or private entities.  While Collin College instructors provide link information to these sites, the College assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices or the content of such Web sites.  It is recommended that users consider the individual privacy policy statements of each web site they visit.

BIOLOGY 2404 - HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY BASICS

 Proposed LECTURE SCHEDULE - On Line

NOTE:  Students are required to frequently check current semester on line calendar for quiz dates, exam dates, holidays, and last day to drop. 

Students will be held responsible for these dates as posted on the semester calendar and any additional information in the addendum or posted during the semester.