COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

BIOL 2404 On-Line Laboratory 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:  A one-semester survey of 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. 

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 images of selected animal organs and systems 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.

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:

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

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 or consult the Collin Student handbook.

AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

Collin College will adhere to all applicable Federal, State, and locallaws, 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 in a timely manner if s/he desires to arrange for accommodation.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

The laboratory will have two (2) practical examinations to assess student understanding of lab materials and methods, in addition to weekly or biweekly lab quizzes (10 required) and at least four [4] (possibly more) typed lab reports as required by the lab instructor. 

Information about testing access to the assessments of the lab portion of the course is found on the testing instruction link page.

The instructor has the option of giving the lab quizzes over material covered in the previous lab(s) and/or material to be covered in that week's upcoming lab, so students should be prepared for a quiz on that week'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:

Due to the nature of this online sophomore level biology course, the students should have good time management 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.

Laboratory discussions, exercises using graphics (drawings, photos), and observation of gross and histological specimens will involve student participation and focused learning.

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 College libraries at the Spring Creek Campus in Plano, the Central Park Campus in McKinney, or the Preston Ridge Campus in Frisco.

METHOD OF EVALUATION:

Overall course grade:     

Lecture section 65% and Lab section 35%

Lab:     

• 2 major practical exams -- 25% each = 50% of lab grade
• 10 or more quizzes -- 25% of lab grade  
• 4 or more reports -- 25% of lab grade

Participation -- to be included in the lecture % portion of the course,
see lecture syllabus and addendum for more information regarding class participation.

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 or assignments will be dropped.  If a student misses a lab practical or more than three lab assignments in the semester, that student is 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.

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. All communication must be done in a professional manner and writing should be proofread for spelling and grammar.
3. Discussion areas are the place for intelligent and respectful sharing of ideas. Name-calling and personal attacks are not permited.
4. 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.

IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTIES:

First contact your instructor.  If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact the divisional secretary at the Central Park Campus to set up an appointment with the dean of academic affairs for the divisin. 

The Associate Dean of of Academic affairs for the Natural Sciences division is Lee Powell.

We will all be happy to assist you.

Campus Security: In case of emergency, contact Campus Police.

Instructor Information: See Instructor Addendum

COURSE RESOURCES:

TEXTBOOK:   Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 8th edition; Martini, Bartholomew


You do not need to purchase a lab book, as the lab exercises will be available on the instructor's web site in the lab section of the course.
The lecture text will be used for lecture and as well as a general reference for lab.

Materials:

• Web access for Internet exercises, handouts, reviews, and exams/quizzes from instructor.
• Access to high speed internet connections such as Broadband DSL or cable
• Reliable computer and peripherals (monitor, printer, storage devices)
• MS Office (word, excel, power point) software version 2010 or higher
• Mastering A&P software access
  

SUGGESTED REFERENCE BOOKS: 

The Merck Manual, current edition

Dorland’s Illustrated Medical Dictionary

Other resources:
College library [LRC] for computer use and for models and slides

Anatomy and Physiology Coloring Book: A Complete Study Guide, by Elaine Marieb

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.

SUPPLIES:

Storage: USB Flash/Jump/Thumb drives to keep copies of lab reports, worksheets, papers, and handouts

Current Browser for Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome
WWW access and Internet access 24/7
Email access that is capable of sending, receiving, and opening multiple attachments.

MS office programs (word, excel, power point), version 2010 or higher.

Additional plug-ins (Adobe Acrobat, Flash, Shockwave, etc.) will be required and are free downloads.

Flash Player

Shockwave Player

Adobe Acrobat Reader

QuickTime

BIOLOGY 2404 - HUMAN ANATOMY PHYSIOLOGY BASICS

Proposed LABORATORY SCHEDULE – On Line

Check current semester calendar to check on quiz dates, lab practical dates, report due dates, Holidays, and last day to drop.

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