Syllabus BIO 137 Anatomy & Physiology I Learn on Demand Instructor Information To access and view instructor contact information, select Your Instructor(s) from the menu on the left when you access your course in Blackboard. The instructor name, office location, phone number, e-mail and office hours are posted there. Course Description This course examines the interrelationship of structure and function of each body system. This includes basic chemistry, cell structure, cell physiology, metabolism, tissues, and integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Credit: 3.0 lecture, 1.0 lab Contact Hours: 45 lecture, 30 lab Prerequisites/Co-requisites: Reading and English scores assessment exam scores above the KCTCS developmental level and a mathematics placement score above the score range for MAT 065 or successful completion of the prescribed developmental course(s) or consent of the instructor. Module Name Credit Hours Description BIO 1371: Chemistry and Cells BIO 1372: Tissues, Skin and Skeleton BIO 1373: Muscles and Metabolism BIO 1374: Nervous System 1.0 This module provides an introduction to cell chemistry, cell structure and function, and homeostatic relationship among all body systems. There is also an overview of all systems of the body, body regions, directions, and cavities. 1.0 This module provides an introduction to the structure and function of major tissue types and anatomy and physiology of the integumentary and skeletal systems as well as common dysfunctions of these systems. 1.0 This module provides an introduction to the interrelationship and structure and function of the muscular system and how it is involved in maintaining homeostasis and how it relates to biochemistry and metabolism. There is also a focus on muscular anatomy and movements. 1.0 Provides and introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system as well as common dysfunction of this system. Total Credit Hours: 4.0 No partial credit is awarded. All modules must be completed.
Duration: Calendar start and finish dates are determined by the student's Enrollment Notification. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES SPECIFIC TO COURSE MODULES Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Module One: 1. Explain basic principles of inorganic and organic chemistry as they apply to physiological processes. 2. Describe basic cell structure and physiology. 3. Explain the major homeostatic mechanisms utilized in each body system in response to internal and external environmental changes. Module Two: 1. Describe the structure and function of major tissue types. 2. Recognize the complementarity of structure and function of the integumentary and skeletal systems. 3. Describe basic metabolic processes of the integumentary and skeletal systems. 4. Explain the interrelationships between organ systems and physiological processes of the integumentary and skeletal systems. 5. Explain the major homeostatic mechanisms utilized in the integumentary and skeletal systems in response to internal and external environmental changes. 6. Explain physiological and anatomical mechanisms of common dysfunctions of the integumentary and skeletal systems. Module Three: 1. Recognize the complementarity of structure and function of the muscular system. 2. Describe basic cellular metabolic processes as related to the energy demands of the muscular system. 3. Explain the interrelationships between the muscular system and physiological processes. 4. Explain the major homeostatic mechanisms utilized in the muscular system in response to internal and external environmental changes. 5. Explain physiological and anatomical mechanisms of common dysfunctions of the muscular system. Module Four: 1. Recognize the complementarity of structure and function of the nervous system. 2. Explain the interrelationships between the nervous system and its physiological processes. 3. Explain the major homeostatic mechanisms utilized in the nervous system in response to internal and external environmental changes.
4. Explain physiological and anatomical mechanisms of common dysfunctions of the nervous system. GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES In addition to the course and discipline specific learning outcomes listed above, this course also supports the college s general education goals; upon completion of this course, students will be better able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the methods of scientific inquiry. Explain basic concepts and principles in anatomy and physiology. Apply scientific principles to interpret and make predictions in anatomy and physiology. Explain how scientific principles relate to issues of personal and/or public importance. CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS DEVELOPED IN THIS COURSE Students will use the following critical thinking skills in this class: Predicting: the ability to foretell based on calculation, knowledge, or inference from facts or experience. Students will be assessed on their ability to recognize when experimental error has occurred during execution of laboratory procedures. Background reading allows them to predict results prior to performing the experiment. Explanation: the ability to make something comprehensible by describing the relevant operation, structure, or circumstances. Written explanation of laboratory exercises is required throughout the course. Interpretation: the ability to identify the significance of information in relation to a body of knowledge. In this course, a key idea is that structure determines function. Students will study that relationship by examining how the arrangement of cells, tissues and organs enables their specific function. Required Resources ebooks Marieb, Elaine. Hoehn, Katja (2016). Human Anatomy and Physiology. 10th edition. Pearson (This resource is available to you through the MyLabsPlus Link within your Blackboard course) Supplies This is a 4 credit hour course which includes a lab. While the etext is included in the course the lab kit and microscope you need is not. You can order these through the KCTCS bookstore. Please note: You can complete all of Unit 1 and and all but Lab B in Unit 2 without the lab kit and microscope. So please get started in the course as you have 14 units to complete before the course completion date. Also please order the lab kit and microscope immediately. 1. A &P I Lab Kit from escience
The escience kit will be used for all four(4) BIO 137 modules. At the end of the modules the instructors recommend that you donate the slides and lab supplies to a local high school. Please see the Getting Started Area of the course for specific directions for ordering your kit and Microscope for this course. 2. Microscope A high quality microscope with at least 400X magnification will be needed for all 4 modules of API (BIO 137 1-4) and APII (BIO 139 1-4) 3. Digital camera Student is required to digitally photograph certain Lab activities and submit within the lab assignment. The lab assignments are not considered complete and the module cannot be completed without these photographs. This does not need to be an expensive camera. A cell phone camera can also be used. 4. Box of gloves (non-latex if latex sensitive) The lab kit comes with a pair of gloves, but you may find that you desire additional gloves. http://www.walmart.com (suggested retailer) Software Requirements 1. Microsoft Office 2007 or higher; Must have access to Microsoft Word Students at KCTCS can obtain Student Office 365. Please see the following website for more information: http://kctcs.edu/en/email/faqs.aspx 2. Mozilla FireFox 3. Adobe Reader 4. Flash Player 5. Windows Media Player 6. Quick Time 7. Java Schedule/Calendar This course is offered on a self-paced basis, with the final completion date set by KCTCS. Calendar start and finish dates are determined by the student's Enrollment Notification. GRADING CRITERIA Pre-Assessment Each of the four modules begins with a timed pre-assessment. The pre-assessment scores will not be part of the student's grades, however, the student needs to take the pre-assessment exam in order to open the module. Upon completion the next unit will open. Students that receive a grade over 90 have the option of proceeding with the acquired knowledge pathway (credit for prior knowledge). Credit for Prior Knowledge If the score on the pre-test is 90% or higher, the student will have the option to immediately take the post test.
KCTCS Online open-entry course modules are based on the goal that students will demonstrate mastery of content. Through KCTCS Online, students have the opportunity to receive credit for prior learning. To receive this credit, students must demonstrate mastery of the course module competencies through the following steps: Take the module pre-test. The pre-test may be taken only once. If the score on the pretest meets or exceeds 90%, the student will have the option of a single attempt at the module post-test. If the student demonstrates mastery of competencies on the post-test, the grade for that module will be based on lab assignment scores and the module post-test scores. No unit post-tests will be required. If the student does not demonstrate mastery of competencies on the post-test, the student must then successfully complete all of the module lab assignments and post unit exams before repeating the post module test to reach a score of at least 80%. Upon the end date of the course, the student will receive a final grade earned, based on lab assignment scores and all post test scores. A passing grade cannot be earned unless all modules are successfully completed. Module Components, Assignments, Quizzes, Exams Unit Assignments Each module is divided into units which will contain various activities and assignments including: electronic readings (ebooks) and Learning Activities with embedded assignments, and Laboratory Assignments. The learning assignments are provided in each unit to strengthen your knowledge and skill of the topic presented. All assignments are required for mastery of content to be achieved. Each unit also contains a Self-assessment Practice Post-test. All Laboratory Worksheets and Laboratory Assignments posted in the Blackboard modules and units must be completed before the Module Post Assessment is made available. Completion of each module of the course requires the completion of all lab worksheet and/or quiz assignments, including any microscopic or procedural photos asked for in the assignments. Submission of blank or partially completed worksheets will be regarded as noncompletion of the module. A grade for the course will not be submitted until all required lab work is completed. If work is not completed by the course deadline a grade of E (failure) will be recorded. Unit Post-Assessments Learners will need to attain a grade of 80% on the post-unit assessments to successfully complete the unit and go on to the next unit. Learners not attaining a grade of 80% should review the unit or contents and complete all practice assignments before attempting the postunit assessment again. Upon notification of the instructor learners may have two attempts for any post-unit assessment. The score of the last attempt will be recorded as the unit postassessment score. Students earning the credit for prior knowledge track are exempt from taking the unit post-assessments.
Module Post-Assessment Exam The module post-assessment exam is a non-proctored timed test. Learners are required to score an 80% or higher in order to move forward to the next module. If learners score below an 80% of the total points they should review the module, especially units where they scored lower on the unit post exam, prior to reattempting post-assessment exam. The Post-Assessment Exam can be taken two times. The Post-Assessment Exams along with the Proctored Comprehensive Final Exam are worth 50% of your overall module grade. Learners will be given opportunity to take a practice exam before attempting the Post-Assessment Exam. Proctored Comprehensive Final Exam A proctored exam is an exam that must be taken in-person at an approved KCTCS testing site.the comprehensive course post-assessment exam is a proctored timed test which will become available after successful completion of the BIO 1374 Post Assessment Exam. It can be attempted only one time. The Comprehensive Final Exam is required and must be completed by the course end date given in your Enrollment Notification email to receive credit for the course. (This is also the last day to withdraw with a grade of W in the course. You may contact your instructor or Learn on Demand Advisor if you do not know this date.) All proctored exams are password protected. Other specifics for arranging the proctored exam are available in your course. The student is responsible for making an appointment with their campus testing center. Students must find their local proctoring sites by visiting: https://kctcs.edu/degrees_training/kctcs_online/learn_by_term/proctor_exams/ Summary of Tasks View the course checklist for a complete list of graded assignments.
Final Grading Calculation (for all Modules) The course grade is determined on a weighted basis throughout all modules. Unit Learning Activities comprise 50% of the grade including: Labs comprise 25% of the grade Unit Post Tests comprise 25% The Module Post Assessments and the proctored comprehensive final exam comprise 50% of the course grade. Grading Scale The following grading scale will be used: Grade Score Achieved A 90-100% B 80-89% C 70-79% D 60-69% E below 60% POLICIES Dropping a Course The student can receive an A, B, C, D, E, or W in this course. Calendar start and finish dates and last date to withdraw from the course are determined by the student's Enrollment Notification. For information about how dropping this course will affect your grade and future financial aid, contact the KCTCS Online Student Services Help Desk for more information. Disability Statement The Kentucky Community and Technical College System would like to help students with disabilities achieve their highest potential in academic studies. In order to receive accommodations on assignments or examinations, proper documentation must first be provided to the Office of Disability Services at your home campus. You must then conference with the Director of Disability Support Services or Manager of Disability Services to begin receiving accommodations in the course/module. Please DO NOT request accommodations directly from the professor or instructor. For more information, contact the KCTCS Student Services Center.
Complaint Procedure Students with a complaint are first expected to address it with the instructor. If the complaint cannot be resolved, the student should contact the Learn on Demand Team Leader: Mickie Karcher Professor of Mathematics Southwest Campus Jefferson Community and Technical College mickie.karcher@kctcs.edu 502-213-7315 If the complaint still cannot be resolved, the student should contact the appropriate division chair, followed by the appropriate academic dean. Kaya A.K. Muller Associate Professor of Chemistry Division Chair for the Division of Natural Sciences Jefferson Community and Technical College kaya.muller@kctcs.edu 502-213-7237 Student Code of Conduct and Plagiarism Statement Plagiarism and cheating are serious academic offenses. The KCTCS regulations pertaining to plagiarism and cheating can be found in Section 3.1.1 (page 6) of the KCTCS Code of Student Conduct at: http://kctcs.edu/current_students/code_of_student_conduct Penalties for violation of these policies can be found in Section 4.B.ii (page 11). Attendance Policy The Syllabus Quiz must be completed by the end of the first week of class to confirm your attendance in the course for Financial Aid purposes. This is a self-paced course. Attendance that accomplishes completion of the course by the end date is required. Calendar start and finish dates and last date to withdraw from the course are determined by the student s Enrollment Notification.
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