COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT                      

                 2200 W. University, McKinney, Texas 75070

                  2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, Texas 75074

                   9700 Wade Boulevard, Frisco, Texas 75034

             LABORATORY SECTION SYLLABUS- On Line

COURSE NUMBER:     BIOL 2404

COURSE TITLE:      Human Anatomy and Physiology Basics

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

PREREQUISITE: SRGT 1301 (Medical Terminology     CO-REQUISITE: SRGT 1301

CATALOG 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.

TEXTBOOK:   Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, current edition, Marieb (lecture text)

Web access for Internet exercises, handouts, reviews, and exams/quizzes from instructor.

SUGGESTED REFERENCE BOOKS:  The Merck Manual, current edition

                                Dorland’s Illustrated Medical Dictionary

SUPPLIES:

Disc (floppy or zip) to keep copies of lab reports, worksheets, papers, and handouts

4.x Browser (Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator), WWW access, Internet access, email access that is capable of sending, recieving, and opening attachments.

MS office programs (word, excel, power point), version 2000 or higher

Additional plug-ins (Adobe Acrobat, Flash, Shockwave, etc.) will be required and are free downloads see the lecture syllabus for links to these websites.

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, general knowledge of microscopic histological anatomy, and observation of dissection of selected animal organs and systems. 

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. 

The SCANS skill building philosophy of establishing a foundation of basic skills, thinking skills, and personal qualities are addressed, as reported above, in each course.  The mastery of five identified competencies:  resource identification, interpersonal skills, information acquisition and use, systems understanding and use, and knowledge of current technology are necessary to complete course requirements.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

The laboratory will have four comprehensive practical examinations to assess student understanding of lab materials and methods, in addition to weekly or biweekly lab quizzes and at least four (4) typed lab reports (possibly more) as required by the lab instructor.  The instructor has the option of giving the lab quizzes over material covered in the previous lab(s) or to be covered in that day's upcoming lab, so students should be prepared for a quiz on that day's material before logging onto the lab exercises.  The laboratory section grade will be integrated with the lecture grade to produce the overall course grade at the end of the semester.

METHOD OF PRESENTATION:

Laboratory discussions, exercises using graphics (drawings, photos), and observation of gross and histological specimens will involve student participation.  Additional web sites will be used to enhance student understanding of scientific topics.  Supplemental materials (such as films, slides, transparencies, computer software and videos) are available for use in the Alternative Learning Center of the libraries at the Spring Creek Campus in Plano or the Central Park Campus in McKinney.

METHOD OF EVALUATION:

Overall course grade:      Lecture section 70%

Lab section 30%

Lab:     

4 major practical exams -- 15% each = 60% of lab grade

10 or more quizzes -- 20% of lab grade  

4 or more reports -- 15 % of lab grade

Participation -- 5% of lab grade

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Laboratory work is mandatory for all students.  Individual conflicts with this policy are to be discussed with the instructor.  Missed lab reports, lab quizzes, and lab practicals will be counted as zeros in figuring the lab grade.  No lab work and assignments will be dropped.  If a student misses a lab practical or more than three lab assignment periods in the semester, that student will be strongly urged to drop the course, as he/she will likely fail.

Participation in lecture on line discussions will also include laboratory discussion of that week’s topic.

IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTIES:

First contact your instructor.  If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact the divisional secretary at your campus.  The Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences office phone numbers are 972-548-6880 at Central Park Campus, 972-881-5880 at Spring Creek Campus, and 972-377-1580 at Preston Ridge Campus. 

The Dean of this division is Dr. Cameron Neal.  His office is located in F135 at the Spring Creek Campus. 

We will all be happy to assist you.

AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Collin County Community College to provide reasonable and appropriate accommodations for individuals with documented disabilities.  This college will adhere to all applicable Federal and State 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 (G-200) or 972-881-5898, (TDD - 972-881-5950) in a timely manner if he/she desires to arrange for accommodations.

            BIOLOGY 2404 - HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY BASICS

LABORATORY SCHEDULE – On Line

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