4 Credits
Required Texts:
Animal Physiology by Sherwood, Klandorf and Yancey
Animal Physiology (lab manual) by Sam Rhodes
Office Hours:
T - 9:00-11:00, W-9:00-11:00, R-10:00-11:00, F-1-3 Email: srhodes@franklincollege.edu
FALL, 2013 - course web site: http://biology.franklincollege.edu/Bioweb/Biology/course_p/An_Phys/Index.html
Animal physiology is a course designed for advanced biology majors. In this course we will explore the chemical
and physical function of living animals, and learn the appropriate laboratory techniques for investigating the
function of living cells, organs and organ systems. Throughout the course we will stress the importance of control,
regulation and integration which operate to maintain homeostasis in the body. We will also investigate the various
physiological mechanisms which allow the animal to adapt to the environment. Leadership and professional
development activities will also be implemented throughout the semester.
Course Objectives: the student will
1. identify the major anatomical structures associated with vertebrate physiological systems.
2. write essays describing the control systems associated with vertebrate physiological systems.
3. identify and correctly analyze the physiological control systems in case studies examples.
4. make predictions of possible outcomes resulting from disturbances to physiological systems.
5. cite at least 5 examples of how changes in the chemistry of an animal’s environment will affect the chemistry and physics of the
animal’s body.
6. record and interpret physical and chemical phenomena in appropriate units.
7. actively seek and assimilate information from texts, assigned articles and reference texts.
8. use library and Internet resources to identify and obtain literature pertinent to a chosen physiological topic.
9. analyze and interpret laboratory data using graphical and statistical tools.
10. seek help from the instructor when material is difficult or confusing.
11. work cooperatively with one or more lab partners.
12. gain leadership skills and experience in the areas of
personal vision and goal setting
reading with a high comprehension
theoretical and applied problem solving
technology skills
Notes and Policies
1. Ordinarily there will be no make-up exams or quizzes. Under extraordinary circumstances or if arrangements are made in advance, it
may be possible (at the professor’s discretion) to arrange for an early quiz or exam.
2. Attendance in lab is absolutely required. Each missed lab will cause a loss of 35 points from your course total.
3. Assignments must be turned in on time. Late assignments will be penalized 1/2 letter grade per day.
4. Your instructor reserves the right to adjust a final grade by up to 2%. This is not negotiable.
5. Manners are extremely important during the conduct of the course. Electronic devices should all be shut off, except for computers
being used to take notes. Questions will be asked respectfully, and the expressed ideas of all class members will be offered respectfully
and received with respect.
5. Students are expected to know and follow the rules of academic honesty as published in the FC Passport and the College Catalog.
Failure to comply with the rules of academic honesty has serious consequences.
Homework
1. In order to do well in this class you should complete and review all reading assignments as soon as possible. Be
sure to answer questions for each chapter provided on the website.
2. Specific homework assignments are designed to prepare you for “up-coming” material in the class. The
assignments must be turned in at the beginning of class on the assigned day. You should make two copies of
your homework. One copy is to be turned in and the other is for you to keep.
3. From time-to-time review questions will be handed out (or posted on the web site) to help you prepare for
quizzes and exams. I strongly recommend that you try answering these questions and identify any areas where you
may have trouble. Make an appointment, call or email your questions ASAP.
Use of the Internet
A web site has been established for use in this course at the following address:
http://biology.franklincollege.edu/Bioweb/Biology/course_p/An_Phys/Index.html
The site contains important information concerning various aspects of the course. You should check the site at
least once per week to read about weekly assignments, answer keys for quizzes and exams, sample problems, and
important dates for various assignments.
You are encouraged to contact me any time you have a question by Email at:
srhodes@franklincollege.edu or by phone at ext. 8305.
EVALUATION
POINTS
3 exams
(100 points each)
300
Best 5 out of 6 quizzes
(15 points each)
75
Homework Assignments
graded
75
Formal Lab Reports
(50 points each)
100
Lab Exam
80
Final Exam
120
TOTAL
750
Your final grade in the course will be based on your percentage of the total points earned.
A = 93-100%, A- = 90-92%, B+ = 87-89%, B = 83-86%, B- = 80-82%, C+ = 77-79%, C = 73-76%
C- = 70-72%, D+ = 67-69%, D = 63-66%, D- = 60-62%, Below 60% = F
Animal Physiology Course Schedule - Fall, 2013
Date
8/26 – 8/30
Class Topics
Introduction to Physiology
Feeding and Digestion
Reading
Chapter 1 & 14
9/2 – 9/6
Labor Day - College Closed
Digestive Systems
Quiz on Friday
Chapter 14
9/9 - 9/13
Energy Balance
Quiz on Friday
Intercellular Communication, Signal
Transduction and membrane potential
Neuronal Physiology -“Act. Pot.” Exercises
Exam I on Friday
Neuronal Physiology
Organization of the Nervous System
Chapt. 15
pp 715 - 730
Chapt. 3
pp 91-109-101
Chapter 4
Energy Expenditure
Chapter 4 & 5
The Organization of the Nervous System
Sensory Physiology
Quiz on Friday
Intro to Endocrine Physiology
Chapt. 5 & 6
Continue Lab 4
and Action
Potentials
Organization of
Nervous Systems
Intro to Reproduction
Quiz on Monday
Thursday and Friday Fall Break
Reproduction
Exam II on Friday
Muscle Physiology
Chapter 16
Circulatory Systems
Quiz on Friday
Circulation and
Respiratory Systems
Respiration Systems
Exam III
Intro to Excretory Systems
Thanksgiving Break starts on Wednesday
Excretory Systems
Quiz on Friday
Chapt. 9
9/16 - 9/20
9/23 – 9/27
9/30 – 10/4
10/7 – 10/11
10/14 - 10/18
10/21 - 10/25
10/28 - 11/1
11/4 - 11/8
11/11 - 11/15
11/18 – 11/22
11/25 - 11/29
12/2 - 12/6
12/9 -12/12
Final Exams
Chapter 7
Chapt. 16
Chapter 8
Chapters 9 & 11
Chapter 11 & 12
Chapter 12
Labs
Labs Will Meet
Intro to Physiology
and Curve Fitting
Rat Dissection and
Digestion
Neurotransmitters,
Degradative Enzymes
and Drug Therapy
Osmoregulation and
Urinalysis
NO LABS
Endo. Control of
Male Repro.
Reproductive
Systems
Muscle Physiology
The Cardiac Cycle
and EKG
Exercise
Physiology
NO LABS
Lab Exam
Osmoreg. and the
Kidney
Animal Physiology Class Survey
Name ____________________________________________________________
Phone ________________________________
Email ______________________________
The address for contacting me this semester is:
___________________________________________________________________________
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I have had each of the courses checked below
Chem 121 _____
Chem 122 _____
Chem 221 _____
Chem 222 _____
Bio 134 _____
Cell Bio _____
Ecology _____
Botany _____
Invert. _____
Micro _____
Calculus _____
In five years I hope to be . . .
Is there a specific aspect of animal physiology that you hope to learn about this semester?
Do you have specific knowledge or experience is an aspect of animal physiology?
Is there specific information that you think I should know about you?
I have read the entire syllabus and understand the grading policies and course rules.
_______________________________________________
Name
__________________
Date