Anatomy & Physiology
Tentative Course Outline
Mr. Reda, 724-808-2500 ext 2306 or e-mail Robert.Reda@bellevernonarea.net
Rationale
Through the study of biology, students will appreciate the complexity of life and will understand that
human survival is dependent upon knowledge of diversity, interactions, and interdependence of living
systems. Emphasis is placed on a process approach which develops critical thinking and promotes
scientific inquiry leading to the development of a scientifically literate student. The course will
encourage the use of a variety of instructional approaches and material to provide students with
varying abilities the opportunity for success.
Course Outline
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
1 The Human Organism
2 The Chemical Basis of Life
3 Cells Structure & Their Function
4 Tissues, Glands, & Membranes
5 Integumentary System
6 Skeletal System: Bones & joints
7 Muscular System
8 Nervous System
9 Senses (Only if time permits)
10 Endocrine System
11 Blood
12 Heart
13 Blood Vessels & Circulation
14 The Lymphatic System & Immunity
15 Respiratory System
16 Digestive System
17 Nutrition, Metabolism, & Body Temperature Regulation
18 Urinary System & Fluid Balance
20 Development, Heredity, & Aging
Notes are on line at the school’s web site.
Text Book
Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology; Seeley
Grades
Your grade is determine on your performance in two areas (Tests and Labs). The Test area
is worth 70% and the lab area is worth 30% and semester exams are also a part of your final grade.
The grade in each section is based on the number of points you achieve, divided upon the total
number of points in that particular section. Both of the sections is then added up for you final grade.
The grade for your total points is then determined by the following scale:
A = 93-100
B = 85-92
C = 73-84
D = 63-72
F = 62-0
Tests In addition to chapter tests, which will be composed of true and false, matching, multiple choice, labeling and
essays. There will be a nine weeks exam that will cover all the material during that time. Each test,
including the nine weeks exam will be cumulative.
Labs
Several labs will be conducted for the majority of the units that will require a lab write up.
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I will not round up your grade or give extra credit at the end of the nine weeks! There is enough
work during the nine weeks to improve your grade.
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If you should received an incomplete for a quarter, you have 15 school days from the end of that quarter from
which you recieved the incomplete from.
Additional information
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Since preparation enhances performance, it is expected that students will keep a notebook to organize notes and
materials. The notebook will be valuable when studying for tests and will be collected for a grade.
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Because so much material is covered in such a short period of time, frequent absences will cause you to fall behind. 20 in
a year will result in credit denial. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS A STUDENT TO MAKE UP MISSED WORK
WHEN YOU RETURN TO CLASS.
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Tests notices are given at least one week in advance. Tests will be taken on the assigned test date. Failure to do so will
result in a zero.
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Assignments will be collected on the due date at the beginning of class. Failure to do so will result in a zero for that
assignment.
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Assignments (INCLUDING TESTS) given before the students absence are due on the day the student returns to class.
Failure to do so will result in a zero.
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If you are absent on the day homework was assigned YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR GETTING THE ASSIGNMENT
FROM THE MAKE-UP FOLDER at the beginning or end of class the next day you are present. You will have the same
amount of time as the other students to complete the assignment (Usually the time period is one night).
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If you are absent on the day of a quiz or test YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING ARRANGEMENTS WITH ME AT
THE BEGINNING OR END OF CLASS to take the test. You will have 5 school days to make up a quiz, and 10 school
days to make up a test. Try to be prepared to make them up the day you return. There will be a list posted as to who
has to make up a test or quiz and the date they need to make them up by.
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Failure to make up assignments, tests, and quizzes by the deadline will result in a zero.
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CHEATING IS NOT TOLERATED! The first offense will result in a zero for that assignment or test. The second offense
will result in a zero for that assignment and the student will be sent to administration.
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Cell Phones. Turn them off.
with him.
If I see or hear a cell phone I will give it Mr. Z. It is then up to you to make arrangements
Classroom Guidelines
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Enter the room quietly and take your seat.
Be prepared for class (books, homework, pens, pencils, notebook paper, etc...)
Assignments must be turned in on time.
No horse play.
No food or drink of any kind.
Respect others, their belongings, & this classroom.
Students Signature
Parents Signature
Parents and students, if you have any questions concerning any assignments or material covered in this class please ask.