BIOL 242 Physiology (sec. 001)
Instructor: Dr. Pam Steen
Email: pams@usca.edu
Fall 2013
Office: SBDG 111D
Office Hours: MW; 1:00pm-2:00pm
Lecture: MW; 4:30pm-5:45pm; SBDG 200
Laboratory: W; 9:00am-11:40am; SBDG 108
Lecture textbook: Human Physiology, 13th Ed. by Stuart Fox
Laboratory textbook: PhysioEx 9.0, 5th Ed. by Stabler et al.
Course Credit: Four credit hours
Course Description and Objectives: This class will introduce the student to the study of human
physiology. The objectives for this course are as follows:
1. The basic biochemical operations of cells, organs, and organ systems in the human body.
2. The structure and function of the cell membrane.
3. The function of the nervous system including synaptic transmission and sensory perception.
4. The skeletal muscle system and the physiology of muscle contraction in response to stimulation.
5. The function and importance of the endocrine system.
6. The respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
7. The urinary system, including the role that kidneys play in homeostasis by regulating ions, pH,
plasma volume, and water balance.
8. The process of digestion and excretion in humans.
9. Human reproduction.
10. Metabolism.
Grading:
Four Lecture Exams 40% (10% each)
Lecture Quizzes 10%
Laboratory Grade 40%
Final Exam (comprehensive) 10%
Grading Scale:
A (90-100%); B+ (86-89%); B (80-85%); C+ (76-79%); C (70-75%); D+ (66-69%); D (60-65); F (0-59%)
Reading: You are expected to read the relevant chapter(s) / sections in both the textbook and
laboratory manual prior to coming to lecture and lab.
Classroom Behavior: It is the instructor’s right to remove from the classroom any student who
disrupts or disturbs the proceeding of the class. Disruption of the class includes but is not limited to the
use of any portable electronic devices, including cell phones, MP3 players; iPods, etc. unless prior
approval has been given to a student or unless required for the course. In extreme cases the faculty
member can request assistance from University Police. If the student who has been ejected causes
similar disturbances in subsequent meetings of the class, he/she may be denied admittance to the
class for the remainder of the semester and assigned a grade of F.
Disability Statement: If you have a physical, psychological, and/or learning disability that might affect your
performance in this class, please contact the Office of Disability Services, B&E 134, (803) 643-6816, as
soon as possible. The Disability Services Office will determine appropriate accommodations based on
medical documentation.
Writing Center: USCA provides a Writing Center located in Room 112 of the Humanities and Social
Sciences Building. If you need extra assistance on any writing assignment for this or any other class
that you are taking, please try the Writing Center.
BIOL 242 Physiology (sec. 001)
Fall 2013
Attendance: Attendance will not be taken. However, students are encouraged to be present at all
lectures and labs. There will be no make-up quizzes. However, assignments (not including
exams) missed due to illness will be excused if documentation is provided.
Lecture Quizzes: During the semester, 10 lecture quizzes will be given. These quizzes will cover
lecture material presented during the previous lecture period.
Exams: For each exam, students will need to bring a Scantron sheet, which can be purchased at the
bookstore. Make-up exams will only be allowed for a documented, excusable reason.
Week
Date
1
Aug. 26
Aug. 28
Sept. 2
Sept. 4
Sept. 9
Sept. 11
Sept. 16
Sept. 18
Sept. 23
Sept. 25
Sept. 30
Oct. 2
Oct. 7
Oct. 9
Oct. 14
Oct. 16
Oct. 21
Oct. 23
Oct. 28
Oct. 30
Nov. 4
Nov. 6
Nov. 11
Nov. 13
Nov. 18
Nov. 20
Nov. 25
Nov. 27
Dec. 2
Dec. 4
Dec. 9
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Lecture Schedule of Topics
Review the syllabus/ Body function
Chemical composition
Labor day – no class
Cell structure (quiz 1)
Interactions between cells and environment (quiz 2)
Enzymes and Energy
Cell respiration and metabolism (quiz 3)
Nervous system
Exam I
Central nervous system
Autonomic nervous system (quiz 4)
Sensory physiology
Muscles (quiz 5)
Muscles
Endocrine glands (quiz 6)
EXAM II
Reproduction
Blood, heart, and circulation
Blood, heart, and circulation (quiz 7)
Cardiac output, blood flow
Cardiac output, blood flow (quiz 8)
Cardiac output, blood flow
Immune system/ Respiratory physiology (quiz 9)
Exam III
Physiology of the kidney
Digestive system
Regulation of metabolism (quiz 10)
Thanksgiving holiday – no class
Exam IV
Return Final Lab Exam and Exam IV
Final Exam (Comprehensive) at 5pm
Chapters
1
2
3
6
4
5
7
1-6
8
9
10
12
12
11
7-10, 12
20
13
13
14
14
14
15 and 16
11, 13, 14, 20
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18
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15-19
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Laboratory Schedule
Each student will receive a lab grade that will constitute 30% of their final grade in the class.
Laboratory sessions will be held on Wednesdays.
Laboratory Grading:
Entrance quizzes 40%
Exit quizzes 40%
Final Lab Exam 20%
Entrance Quizzes: During the semester, 10 entrance quizzes will be given. These quizzes will cover
material learned during the previous lab period.
Exit Quizzes: During the semester, 11 exit quizzes will be given. These quizzes will cover material
learned during the current lab period.
Note: Students will cover the designated lab material with their group members. As a group, students will
determine when they are ready to take their exit quiz. All group members must take the exit quiz at the same
time and then exit the lab.
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Date
Aug. 28
Sept. 4
Sept. 11
Sept. 18
Sept. 25
Oct. 2
Oct. 9
Oct. 16
Oct. 23
Oct. 30
Nov. 6
Nov. 13
Nov. 20
Nov. 27
Dec. 4
Laboratory Schedule of Topics
Introduction to laboratory simulations
Cell transport mechanisms and permeability
Neurophysiology of nerve impulses
Skeletal muscle physiology
Endocrine system physiology
Cardiovascular dynamics
Cardiovascular physiology
Blood analysis
Respiratory system mechanics
Renal system physiology
Acid/Base balance
Chemical and physical processes of digestion
Final Lab Exam
Thanksgiving holiday – no class
Return Final Lab Exam
Exercise
1  all
3  1,3,4,5,7,8
2  all
4  all
5  1,2,3,4,6
6  1,2,3,4
11  all
7  all
9  all
10  all
8  all
1-11
Quizzes
None
Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Entrance and Exit
Honor Code: Students are expected to abide by the Academic Code of Conduct as described in the
Student Handbook. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken if academic integrity is violated. The
following honor pledge is to be signed and dated by the student on all exams.
“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.”