Fall 2012 Syllabus for ABIO 232.008 – Anatomy, Dr. Burgess
Note: Instructor reserves the right to make reasonable changes in the syllabus at any point
during the semester
Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Burgess Instructor E-mail: elizabethb@usca.edu
Office: SBDG 111B
Office Hours: F 8:00-9:00 AM, or by appointment
Course Description and Objectives: This course is a survey of the organization, structure,
function and development of human anatomical systems. Students should become adept at
identifying and describing the organization, structure and development of the human body
across the hierarchy of cells, tissues, organs and systems.
Course credit: 4 credit hours (upon successful completion)
Required Course Materials:
Lecture component: Marieb, E.N., Wilhelm, P.B., Mallatt, J. (2012) Human Anatomy, 6th ed.
ISBN10: 0-321-75327-5, ISBN13: 978-0-321-75327-4.
Laboratory component: Marieb, E.N. and Mitchell, S.J. (2011) Human Anatomy &
Physiology Laboratory Manual, Rat Version. ISBN10:0-321-65135-9,
ISBN13: 978-0-321-65135-8.
You are also required to purchase a dissection kit and gloves, available at the Pacer Schoppe.
Lecture Time & Place: TTH 8:00AM - 9:15AM, H&SS 116
Laboratory Time & Place: F 9:00AM - 11:40AM, SBDG 104
Blackboard Site: https://blackboard.sc.edu, ABIOA232-008-FALL-2012:ANATOMY
Grading: The on-line grade book will be updated regularly. Documentation (the graded
quiz, exam or assignment) must be presented to resolve discrepancies.
Possible points breakdown:
5 lecture exams (100 pts. ea.)
500
1 final exam (comprehensive, 100 pts.)
100
5 laboratory practical exams (100 pts. ea.)
500
5-10 additional point opportunities (10-20 pts. ea.)
100
1 participation/safety score (10 pts.)
20
Total possible points
1220
Grade-point scale: A: 1098 or more, B: 976-1097, C: 854-975, D: 732-853, F: 731 or less
Grade Opportunties Overview:
Lecture exams: Lecture exams will cover material presented since the last exam.
Question formats for the tests range from multiple choice to essay. Scantron Form 882-E,
available at the Pacer Schoppe, may be required.
Final exam: This exam will be comprehensive, covering material from the entire
semester. Likely, it will include actual questions from each of the lecture exams.
Laboratory practical exams: Based on activities from lab, practical exams will be set
up as a serious of timed stations. There will be 2-4 short questions at each station
that usually will address identification of a labeled structure.
Additional point opportunities: Throughout the semester, at the instructor’s discretion,
you will be given at least five additional point opportunities. These may take the
forms of scheduled or pop quizzes in lab or lecture, laboratory group quizzes, or
Blackboard discussion assignments. Guidelines will be provided as appropriate.
Participation/safety score: You start the semester with 20 points. Assuming you come to
class, participate, don’t hurt yourself or others, and clean up after yourself, you’ll end the
semester with 20 points.
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Attendance and Punctuality: Poor attendance will negatively affect both your Participation
and Safety score and your overall grade. Good attendance will give you the opportunity to
hear the lectures, ask questions, participate in laboratory exercises and learn the material on a
first-hand basis, which will improve your overall grade.
Exams and quizzes given at the beginning of the lecture or laboratory period will start
promptly at the scheduled time. Extra time will not be given for a late arrival.
There will be no make-up lecture exams or quizzes except under extreme
circumstances as deemed acceptable by the instructor on an individual basis. There will be
absolutely no make-ups for missed laboratory exercises, quizzes, or practical exams.
Tutoring: Tutoring services are available through the Academic Success Center on campus.
The center employs experts trained to help students develop good study habits based on
individual needs and skills. See http://www.usca.edu/asc for more information.
Disability Statement: If you have a physical, psychological, and/or learning disability which
might affect your performance in this class, please contact the Office of Disability Services,
134 B&E, (803) 643-6816, as soon as possible. The Disability Services Office will determine
appropriate accommodations based on medical documentation.
Honor Code: Students are expected to abide by the Academic Code of Conduct as described
in the Student Handbook on every exam and assignment. “On my honor as a University of
South Carolina at Aiken student, I have neither given nor received any unauthorized aid on
this assignment / examination. To the best of my knowledge, I am not in violation of academic
honesty.” Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken if academic integrity is violated.
Respect and Policy for Portable Electronic Devices: The instructor expects you to
participate in this course in a respectful manner. This includes using complete sentences in
correspondence and SILENCING distracting electronic devices before entering the classroom
or laboratory. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. The instructor reserves the right to
dismiss disrespectful students during lab or to block their participation in on-line discussions.
There will be no make-ups of missed material.
The use of any portable electronic devices during class is not allowed for any reason
unless prior approval has been given to the student from the instructor or unless required for
the course. If you use a portable electronic device during a test, quiz, or other assessment, you
are eligible to receive a failing grade on that assignment.
Laboratory Safety: This course requires dissection of animals and organs preserved in 10%
formalin or comparable solution. Dissection gloves are required. A lab coat and safety
glasses are recommended. Do not eat or drink in the laboratory at any time. If you are
pregnant or think you are pregnant, consult with your obstetrician to determine if it is
appropriate for you to take this course.
Dissection requires the use of sharp blades and other potentially dangerous tools. Do not
use the dissection tools carelessly. Report any accidents to your instructor immediately.
Failure to practice laboratory safety will negatively affect your Participation and Safety
score.
Additional Advice: Anatomy is a very time-consuming course, and it will require study time
outside of regularly scheduled class time. You can use your ID cards to access the laboratory
24/7. Work with your lab partners and study in groups. Make flash cards to help you
remember difficult terms. Set aside time each week to review lecture and laboratory material;
do not wait until the night before an exam to study. New material will build on the foundation
you establish with previous material. If you are serious about your career, put in the time
required to be successful.
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Lecture Topic Outline
Topic
No.
Lecture Topic
Text
Chs.
1
Introduction to Anatomy
1
2
Cells: The Living Units
2
3
Embryology
3
4
Tissues
4
EXAM 1 (Topics 1-4)
5
Integumentary System
5
6
Skeletal System
6-8
7
Articulations of Skeletal System
9
8
Muscular System
10-11
EXAM 2 (Topics 5-8)
9
Nervous System
12-14
10
The Senses
16
EXAM 3 (Topics 9-10)
11
Respiratory System
22
12
Digestive System
23
13
Urinary System
24
14
Reproductive System
25
EXAM 4 (Topics 11-14)
15
Circulatory System
18-20
16
Lymphatic System
21
17
Endocrine System
17
EXAM 5 (Topics 15-17)
FINAL EXAM (All Topics)
Lecture Schedule: The PowerPoint files for each Lecture Topic will be posted on
Blackboard, grouped by exam. Content for exams will come primarily from what is presented
in class; the textbook is a supplement to this material. The exams will be scheduled based on
the amount of time required to get through the lecture topics associated with each. As the
semester progresses, the exam schedule will be updated on the Blackboard calendar.
Estimated dates for exams are as follows: Exam 1: mid-September, Exam 2: end of
September, Exam 3: mid-October, Exam 4: mid-November, Exam 5: early December
The final exam is scheduled according to the USCA Final Examinations Schedule.
For this course, the final exam will be Tuesday, December 18, 4:30-6:30PM
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Laboratory Topic Outline
Topic
No.
Laboratory Topic
1
Metric System, Anatomical Terms
2
Cells, Mitosis
3
Tissues
4
Skin
Practical 1 (Topics 1-4)
5
Bones
6
Muscles
Practical 2 (Topics 5-6)
7
Brain and Spinal Cord
8
Eyes and Ears
Practical 3 (Topics 7-8)
9
Respiratory System
10
Digestive System
11
Urinary and Reproductive Systems
Practical 4 (Topics 9-11)
12
Heart
13
Vessels and Blood
Practical 5 (Topics 12-13)
Laboratory Schedule: Relevant materials for each Laboratory Topic will be posted on
Blackboard, grouped by practical. The practicals will be scheduled based on the amount of
time required to get through the laboratory topics associated with each. As the semester
progresses, the practical schedule will be updated on the Blackboard calendar. Estimated
dates for practicals are as follows: Practical 1: mid-September, Practical 2: early October,
Practical 3: mid-October, Practical 4: early November, Exam 5: late November
Blackboard: Familiarity with Blackboard will be essential for this course. If you are having
trouble accessing Blackboard, get help as soon as possible by contacting University
Technology Services (http://uts.sc.edu/academic/blackboard/index.shtml, 803-777-1800, or
servicedesk@sc.edu).
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