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CHATTANOOGA STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE MATH & SCIENCE DIVISION MASTER SYLLABUS Biol 2020 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Instructor: (See course website for contact information.) Class Hours: 3 / Lab Hours: 3 / Credit Hours: 4 Phone: (See course website for contact information.) Semester: E-mail: (See course website for contact information.) Room: CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION: Continuation of BIOL 2010. Study of interrelationships, homeostasis and clinical application of endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems; includes essential physiological concepts of immunity, metabolism, fluid-electrolyte dynamics, and genetics. Three (3) class hours, three (3) laboratory hours. PREREQUISITE: BIOL 2010 COREQUISITE: DSPM 0850 ENTRY LEVEL STANDARDS: The student must have completed the prerequisite course or equivalent with a minimum of a C grade. TEXTBOOK(S) AND OTHER REQUIRED MATERIALS: Marieb, Human Anatomy and Physiology, 8 th edition with Interactive Physiology and P.A.L. CD My A&P Student Access Kit Internet access required Aborn, Farrelly, Kreiss, Lacy, Mobley, Payne, ChSCC Custom Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual Volume 2 1

I. Outcomes PSLO 5: Issues in today s world require scientific information and a scientific approach to informed decision making. Therefore, the goal of the Natural Science requirement is to guide students toward becoming scientifically literate. This scientific understanding gained in these courses enhances students ability to define and solve problems, reason with an open mind, think critically and creatively, suspend judgment, and make decisions that may have local or global significance. To achieve this, the student will demonstrate and ability to achieve the following Course Learning Outcomes: CSLO 1. Conduct an experiment, collect and analyze data, and interpret results in a laboratory setting. CSLO 2. Analyze, evaluate and test a scientific hypothesis. CSLO 3. Use basic scientific language and processes, and be able to distinguish between scientific and non-scientific explanations. CSLO 4. Identify unifying principles and repeatable patterns in nature, the values of natural diversity, and apply them to problems or issues of a scientific nature. CSLO 5. Analyze and discuss the impact of scientific discovery on human thought and behavior. II. Student Indicators Upon successful completion of the course a student should be able to: SO1. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the endocrine system. SO2. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the blood. SO3. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the human heart. SO4. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the circulatory vessels and routes. SO5. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the lymphatic system. SO6. Demonstrate knowledge of the physiological processes of immunity. SO7. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the respiratory system. SO8. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the digestive system. SO9. Demonstrate knowledge of nutritive metabolism and resulting homeostatic imbalances in the body. SO10. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the urinary system. SO11. Demonstrate knowledge of fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base dynamics and imbalances in the body. SO12. Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and selected disorders of the human reproductive systems. SO13. Demonstrate knowledge of human embryonic and fetal development and inheritance. SO14. Demonstrate ability to critically think and apply knowledge of the above listed competencies to appropriate three-dimensional models, preserved specimens, laboratory experiments, clinical situations and disorders. SO15. Demonstrate ability to apply knowledge of the above listed outcomes to life situations, i.e. current research, new techniques, current events and to differentiate between scientific and nonscientific explanations. 2

III. Required Assessments: Assessment Names and Descriptions 1. Series of four Unit Lecture Exams on Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Concepts a. Students take a series of four unit exams covering 12 chapters of the second half of an introductory anatomy and physiology course using basic scientific language which they will apply to problems or issues of a scientific nature. (PSLO 5: CSLO 3, 4, and 5). 2. Comprehensive Lecture Exam on Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Concepts a. Students take one comprehensive lecture final exam using basic scientific language to identify unifying principles and apply them to issues of a scientific nature. (PSLO 5: CSLO 3, 4, and 5). 3. Lab Midterm Exam on Practical Application of Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Concepts a. Students will take one lab midterm exam that analyzes and interprets data in a laboratory setting or test a scientific hypothesis using basic scientific language and processes and apply them to problems or issues of a scientific nature. (PSLO 5: CSLO 1 and 2) 4. Lab Final Exam on Practical Application of Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Concepts a. Students will take one comprehensive lab exam that analyzes and interprets data in a laboratory setting or test a scientific hypothesis using basic scientific language and processes and apply them to problems or issues of a scientific nature. (PSLO 5: CSLO 1 and 2). PSLO 5 CSLO 1 CSLO 2 CSLO 3 CSLO 4 CSLO 5 Assessments Lab Midterm Exam or parts thereof or Lab Final exam or parts thereof Lab Midterm Exam or parts thereof or Lab Final exam or parts thereof Lecture Unit Exams or parts thereof or Comprehensive Lecture final exam or parts thereof Lecture Unit Exams or parts thereof or Comprehensive Lecture final exam or parts thereof Lecture Unit Exams or parts thereof or Comprehensive Lecture final exam or parts thereof IV. Topics Date Scheduled Class Material Lecture Assignments from Marieb Text Week 1 Syllabus Presentation Aug 30-Sept. 3 Endocrine Chp. 16 Endocrine Read Text: Chp. 16 Week 2 Sept. 6-10 Monday, Sept. 6-Labor Day Holiday No classes Endocrine Read Text: Chp. 16 Lab Topics/Assignments Policies & Procedures Endocrine System Case Studies The Cardiovascular System: Blood Week 3 Sept. 13-17 Week 4 Sept. 20-24 Chp. 16 Endocrine Chp. 16 Endocrine Chp. 17 Blood Chp. 17 Blood Chp. 18 Heart Blood Read Text: Chp. 16 Read Text: Chp. 17 Heart Read Text: Chp. 17 Read Text: Chp. 18 The Cardiovascular System: Heart / Physiology The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels 3

Date Scheduled Class Material Lecture Assignments from Marieb Text Week 5 Chp. 18 Heart Sept. 27- Oct. 1 EXAM I Chp. 16, 17 & 18 Endocrine, Blood, Heart Week 6 Oct. 4-8 Week 7 Oct. 11-15 Week 8 Oct. 18-22 Chp. 19 Blood Vessels Chp. 20 Lymphatics Oct. 18 & 19 Fall Break No Classes Ch 21 The Immune System Read Text: Chp. 18 Blood Vessels Read Text: Chp. 19 Lymphatics Read Text: Chp. 20 The Immune System Read Text: Chp. 21 Lab Topics/Assignments Lymphatics & Respiratory System: Anatomy Respiratory System: Physiology LABORATORY MIDTERM EXAM Tests will be given on the day of your regular lab meeting. Start times will be announced by your instructor. Digestive System: Digestive Chemistry Computer Simulation EXAM II Chp. 19, 20 & 21 Week 9 Oct. 25-29 Chp. 22 Respiratory System Respiratory System Read Text: Chp. 21 Digestive System: Anatomy Week 10 Nov. 1-5 Chp. 23 Digestive System Digestive System Read Text: Chp. 23 Digestive System: Chemistry Week 11 Nov. 8-12 Week 12 Nov. 15-19 Week 13 Nov. 22-26 Week 14 Nov. 29 Dec. 3 Week 15 Dec. 6-10 Chp. 24 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Body Temperature Regulation EXAM III Chp. 22, 23, & 24 Chp. 25 Urinary System Chp. 26 Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid/Base Balance Nov. 25 & 26 Thanksgiving Holiday No Classes Chp. 27 The Reproductive System EXAM IV Chp. 25, 26 & 27 Chp. 28 Pregnancy and Human Development Chp. 29 Heredity Nutrition, Metabolism, and Body Temperature Regulation Read Text: Chp. 24 Urinary System Read Text: Chp.25 Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid/Base Balance Read Text: Chp. 26 Reproductive System Read Text: Chp. 27 Pregnancy and Human Development Read Text: Chp. 28 Heredity Read Text: Chp. 29 Urinary System: Anatomy Urinary System: Urinalysis Reproductive System Development / Genetics LABORATORY FINAL EXAM Tests will be given on the day of your regular lab meeting. Start times will be announced by your instructor. 4

Date Scheduled Class Material Lecture Assignments from Lab Topics/Assignments Marieb Text Monday, Dec 13 Thursday, Dec 16 Comprehensive Lecture Final (Chapters 16-29) (For specific exam times, refer to the Final Exam Schedule for the current semester.) Scheduled Activity Periods: Wednesday, September 15 th, 2010 at 10:00a.m. and Friday, October 8 th, 2010 at 11:00am V. DESCRIPTION OF CLASS: This class consists of lecture, which meets three class hours per week and an instructor-directed laboratory which meets three hours per week. You must be registered for and attend a lecture section and a lab section. Lecture instructors utilize a variety of methods of objective presentation; including PowerPoint presentations as appropriate. Active learning opportunities are also provided in lecture. Laboratory sessions include three-dimensional study of anatomy which includes dissection of appropriate specimens. Physiological experimentation and certain clinical tests are integrated into lab sessions where students work as collaborative teams. Interactive CD s and other software assignments serve as other learning strategies. Course goals are to provide students with the basis for success in allied health, nursing, and other clinical programs and, therefore, include critical thinking and clinical application as appropriate. Topics of study are included in the above course schedule. A. Testing procedures: Four Unit Exams: 50% of grade Comprehensive Final Exam: 25% of grade B. Assignments/Laboratory expectations: 25% of grade (see further explanation below) VI. % of overall course grade Lecture Unit Test 1 Lecture Unit Test 2 Average = 50% Lecture Unit Test 3 Lecture Unit Test 4 Comprehensive Lecture Final Exam 25% 40 Lab MidTerm Exam % 40 Lab Average = 25% Lab Final Exam % 20 Lab Assignments/Tasks % EVALUATION: A. GRADING POLICY: The course grading policy conforms to the grading policy stated in the current College Catalog (Academic Regulations). It is the individual student s responsibility to read and become knowledgeable of these regulations. Any questions as to how these regulations apply to this course should be directed to the individual lecture instructor. Letter Grades in the current catalog: A = 90-100% D = 65-69% B = 80-89% F = 64% or below C = 70-79% 5

* See Course Grade Computation sheet included in this abbreviated syllabus. In addition, the Records Office publishes a list of individual DATES each semester which apply to a student s registration status for any course. It is the student s responsibility to obtain this listing and comply with the dates if their registration status in this course changes. An important date for this semester is: Last day to Drop or Withdraw is Monday, November 1, 2010 B. LECTURE EXAMINATIONS: Four lecture exams and a comprehensive final are given for the lecture portion of the course. One hour (50 min.) tests on objective/ fill-in-blanks / short answer / discussion questions or any combination thereof will be given following each unit of study, covering only that unit. A comprehensive final exam of the same type will be given at the end of the semester. Each question will be directly related to one or more instructional objectives. Questions will be compiled from class lecture, textbook, and any instructional materials used in lecture OR LAB (ex: websites, models, etc.). Discussion and short answer questions are graded on the basis of applicability, completeness, and scientific and grammatical accuracy; objective questions are graded on the basis of whether right or wrong. *Individual instructors may require additional assignments, quizzes and/or homework as graded assessments. **IF A STUDENT MISSES A LECTURE EXAM OR THE FINAL EXAM, THAT STUDENT MUST CONTACT THE INSTRUCTOR BY EMAIL OR PHONE THE DAY OF THE SCHEDULED EXAM. WITH APPROPRATE DOCUMENTATION, A MAKE-UP EXAM MAY BE SCHEDULED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSTRUCTOR. ALL MAKE-UP EXAMS WILL BE SHORT ANSWER, ESSAY OR ANY COMBINATION THEREOF. Each student will only receive one opportunity for a make-up exam during the semester. Note: No grades will be given out over the telephone. Please do not call. Posting of grades is only allowed on password protected websites. C. LABORATORY EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS: A midterm and final exam (practical) are given for the course. Additional assignments form an integral part of the laboratory grade. (See LABORATORY, SECTION V below.) D. GRADE CALCULATION: Each enrolled student is responsible for keeping a record of all exam grades and for being aware of their class average as the course progresses. A record for grade keeping throughout the course is included in this syllabus.. Course Grade: Lecture = 50%, Laboratory = 25%, Final Comprehensive Exam= 25% *Final Grades are NOT negotiable* COMPUTER SKILLS: Students should have sufficient computer skills to access online and CD based materials that are a part of this course. Ancillary study materials and some assignments will require the student to be able to access the Internet and assigned web pages, navigate through online menus, complete and submit 6

quizzes, tests, or other assignments, and follow directions to complete computer simulations of lab exercises. Online Activities: Individual instructors may require graded quizzes, homework or activities to be completed and submitted online. An online format (D2L and Course Compass) will be used to provide access to materials such as the syllabus, course material, contact information, power points and presentations. VII. LABORATORY: A detailed Lab policies / procedures statement is included in the Laboratory Materials Packet. It includes information about required materials, the semester schedule of labs, cleanliness and maintenance, safety procedures, study / attendance / grading policies, and grading procedures and expectations. Students will be asked to sign and return to the lab instructor a contract signifying knowledge of and intent to comply with the stated laboratory policies of the course, department, and college. **In order to comply with federal copyright laws, students are NOT permitted to take pictures of models, specimens, or microscope slides. LABORATORY GRADE CALCULATION LAB MIDTERM EXAM - 40% OF THE LABORATORY GRADE* LAB FINAL EXAM - 40% OF THE LABORATORY GRADE* LAB TASKS - 20% OF THE LABORATORY GRADE** AVERAGE OF ABOVE IS 25% OF COURSE GRADE... * Midterm and Final must be taken at the regularly scheduled day and period. * Two lowest lab task grades may be dropped. An absence from lab when an assignment is due is a dropped grade. VIII. Course Delivery Format Faculty may require online activities and assignments to include online tests and submission of all written and online communications. The extent of online activities/assignments may vary by course but will be specified on the syllabus. Standard Format This format is the traditional format and may use an online format to provide access to static materials which include the syllabus, course material, contact information, and presentations. Faculty must make available when requested a copy of syllabus and any other instructor provided course materials, including their contact information. Faculty may require online activities and assignments to include online tests and submission of all written and online communications. The extent of online activities/assignments may vary by course but will be specified on the syllabus. Hybrid Format This format requires significant online activity. Students in hybrid classes must access course content and assessments using the Internet in order to pass the class, whether it meets full-time or part-time in the classroom. Faculty need not hand out a copy of the syllabus and any other required course material, including their contact information. 7

Online Format This format requires that the entire class be conducted online. The syllabus, course material, contact information, and presentations will be provided online through the course management system. Assessments may be conducted online or in a proctored environment. IX. C LASS/COLLEGE POLICIES and PROCEDURES: This course is governed by the policies and procedures as stated in the current Chattanooga State Student Handbook. Additional or more specific guidelines may apply. Attendance Required! Students are expected to attend lecture and lab as scheduled. Any student whose absences from class exceeds three (3) class hours during the semester will be subject to reduction in their course grade by one letter. Academic Dishonesty In their academic activities, students are expected to maintain high standards of honesty and integrity. Academic dishonesty is prohibited. Examples of Academic Dishonesty include but are not limited to: a. Distributing or discussing test questions b. Photocopying exams c. Removing exams out of the classroom or instructors offices d. Prohibited use of cell phones, text messaging, calculators, another student s clicker or any other form of electronic devices during an exam e. Unauthorized use or display of notes during an exam f. An attempt by one or more students to use unauthorized information in the taking of an exam g. To submit as one's own work, themes, reports, drawings, laboratory notes, or other products prepared by another person, or to knowingly assist another student in obtaining or using unauthorized materials h. Plagiarism i. Cheating When a situation of suspected Academic Dishonesty arises, it will be reviewed by the instructor and Department Head and discussed with the person(s) involved. Students guilty of academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. Persons subsequently identified as being involved in an act of Academic Dishonesty will have an Academic Integrity Violation Report filed with the Judicial Affairs Officer and be subject to the following actions: 1. A grade of zero on the assignment, quiz or exam for all persons involved. This grade of zero on a quiz, homework or assignment can NOT be dropped as the lowest task score. 2. Or, A grade of F may be assigned in the course for all students involved, according to the Chattanooga State Technical Community College Academic Integrity Guidelines. Email All email correspondence between students and faculty must occur through the D2L/eLearn Course management system. ADA Statement 8

Students who have educational, psychological, and/or physical disabilities may be eligible for accommodations that provide equal access to educational programs and activities at Chattanooga State. These students should notify the instructor immediately, and should contact Disabilities Support Services within the first two weeks of the semester in order to discuss individual needs. The student must provide documentation of the disability so that reasonable accommodations can be requested in a timely manner. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements in order to receive a passing grade in a class, with or without reasonable accommodations. Policy Regarding Disruptive Students The term classroom disruption means student behavior a reasonable person would view as substantially or repeatedly interfering with the conduct of the class. A student who persists in disrupting a class will be directed by the faculty member to leave the classroom for the remainder of the class period. The student will be told the reason(s) for such action and given an opportunity to discuss the matter with the faculty member as soon as practical. The faculty member will undertake prompt consultation with the Division Dean and the College Judicial Officer. If the disruption is serious, and other reasonable measures have failed, the class may be adjourned, and the campus police summoned. Also, if you are concerned about the conduct of another student please see your teacher, department head or division dean. Electronic Devices Policy No electronic devices may be used during evaluations without the express approval of the instructor. Classroom and Campus Visitors Relatives and other guests not on official business are discouraged from attending classes. The college is concerned about the safety and well being of children and therefore prohibits them from accompanying adults into classrooms, offices, or other workspaces as a baby-sitting function. In the event an unsupervised child is discovered in a Chattanooga State facility, immediate contact will be made with the person responsible for the child s presence. Food, Beverages and Tobacco Products There is to be no consumption of food or beverages in any carpeted classrooms on campus. No food or beverages will be permitted in the laboratories. No use of tobacco products of any type is allowed in classrooms or laboratories. Cellular Phones Students who carry cellular phones to class are asked to turn them off during the class (lecture or lab). If a student must carry an active unit, the students should discuss the situation with the instructor. *NO text messaging allowed during class time. Inclement Weather Policy In the event of inclement weather, the Vice President of Academic Affairs will notify the local radio stations to make a public service announcement regarding the status of the college. If the opening time is delayed, students should report to class at that time even if it represents a partial class period. Course Contract Included in this syllabus is a Course Contract which students will be asked to complete, sign, and return to the lecture instructor signifying knowledge of and intent to comply with the stated policies of the course, department, and college. 9

Updating of Policies and Procedures The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus in writing during the course of the semester. Any change of a less substantive nature, such as revision of a test date, may be made orally in class at any time prior to the actual date. 10

COURSE GRADE RECORD / COMPUTATION BIOL 2020 - Fall 2010 Semester Each student is responsible for keeping a record of all exam grades and for being aware of their class average as the course progresses. Lecture unit exams TEST I TEST II TEST III TEST IV LABORATORY AVERAGE (Lab midterm (40%), Lab final (40%) and Lab assignments (20%)) FINAL EXAM Grade Computation: Average of four lecture unit exams (x.50) Laboratory Average (x.25) Final Exam (x.25) Course Average (number) Course Grade (letter) 11