Houston Community College
Department of Biology
Biology 2401 Anatomy and Physiology
CRN #78941
Spring Semester 2012
Instructor:
Campus:
H. Howard-Lee Block, Ph.D.
Katy Campus
Credit Hours:
Course Meetings:
Four (4)
Lecture:
6:00 – 9:00 PM (Room 307)
Lab:
6:00 – 9:00 PM (Room 308)
Monday and Wednesday
Email Address: harriette.block@hccs.edu
*Office Hours: By Appointment
Required Text: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Tortora and Derrickson 13th edition
Laboratory Manual:
Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual: 3rd Edition
1998. Robert Keating and Vernonn Wiersema
Reference Textbooks:
1.)
Human Physiology (From Cells to Systems, 4th. Edition), L. Sherwood
2.)
Textbook of Medical Physiology, 9th Edition, A.C. Guyton, J.E. Hall
3.)
Human Physiology, 4th Edition 2003, Rhoades/Pflanzer
4.)
Human Physiology, 3rd Edition 2003 (An Integrated Approach) Silverhorn
Course Overview:
This is a lecture/laboratory course in Anatomy and Physiology. The study of anatomy and
physiology is essential to understanding the human body. Lectures and laboratory
exercises have been designed to provide an in-depth knowledge of human structure and
function. A working theme throughout the course will emphasize the concept that what
the body is able to do depends intimately on how it is constructed, and the body’s
construction gives a strong indication of what it does. The physiological principle of
homeostasis will be utilized to show how the “normal” interaction of structure and
function is achieved and maintained by dynamic counterbalancing forces. This is an
introductory course, and will serve as a foundation for students pursuing careers in the
biomedical sciences.
The text for this course is comprised of twenty nine chapters, which have been divided
into five units. Lecture material for BIOL 2401 will cover material(s) from chapters 1-4
(Unit 1), chapters 5 – 11 (Unit 2) and chapters 12 – 13 (Unit 3).
Unit 1:
Provides the foundation for the study of anatomy and physiology.
Chapters in this unit focus on the orientation and organization of the
human body, the mechanisms of body function from cell to systems. The
concept of homeostasis-how the body meets the changing demands while
maintaining the internal constancy for all cells and organs to function is
introduced.
Chapters in this unit are concerned with the systems that provide support
(Integumentary), protection (Skeletal) and movement (Muscular) for the
human body.
Chapters in this unit are concerned with control
Systems of the Human Body.
Unit 2:
Unit 3:
Attendance:
Attendance will be taken at each class meeting. You are responsible for the
information in class, whether your absence is excused or unexcused. Please provide
documentation of your absence if you desire an excused absence. If you are absent for a
lab assignment, you will not be given any credit for the missed lab.
Withdrawals:
The last day to withdraw from this class is 3/29/12. After that date, withdrawal is not
permitted and students must receive a final grade. If you are unable to complete the
course, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DROP OR WITHDRAW FROM THE
CLASS ON OR BEFORE THE LAST DROP DATE.
Grading:
The final letter grade for this course will reflect each student’s performance on the
following (total points accumulated):
1)
2)
3)
Three (3) Lecture Exams
Laboratory Quizzes/Exercises (Averaged to 1 exam)
Final Exam
Academic Honesty:
Cheating during an exam will result in an automatic zero (0) for that exam.
Dishonesty is grounds for dismissal from HCC.
Additional Information:
Cell Phones are very distracting and are not allowed in the classroom at Houston
Community College. My e-mail address is listed on the syllabus; your e-mail will be
answered in a timely manner. As an Adjunct Professor, I am not available during regular
operational hours. Therefore, I am available after class for appointments or meetings.
Disability (ADA)
Houston Community College has provided the least restrictive environment for all
students. We strive for excellence in providing equity for all students through
accommodations as required by the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title V,
Section 504 and the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 (ADA), this act enables
students with disabilities to benefit from all post-secondary activities.
If you require any accommodation because of physical, mental or learning disability,
please contact the Dean for Student Services who will provide you with the forms you
need to request accommodations. Please turn these forms in to the Professor at the
beginning of the class to arrange for those accommodations.
Make-up Exams:
Make-up exams will only be given after receiving a validated excuse. The
instructor will schedule all make-up exams. Failure to take the make-up exam on
the scheduled date (for any reason) will result in a zero for that exam (no
exceptions).
PLEASE NOTE
“Students who repeat a course for a third time or more times may soon face
significant tuition/fee increases at HCC and other Texas public colleges and
universities. Please ask your Professor/Counselor about opportunities for tutoring
or other assistance prior to considering course withdrawal or if you are not
receiving passing grades”
Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the levels of structural organization.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of basic chemistry.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of cells and tissues.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the Integumentary System.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the Skeletal System.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the Muscular System.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of the Nervous System.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of the Special Senses
Dates to remember:
Jan 17th
Classes Begin, Drop/Add/Swap fee begin
March 29th
Feb 20th
Last Day for Administrative and student withdrawal
by 4:30p.m
President’s Day Holiday
March 12th- 18th
Spring Break
April 6 – 8th
Easter
May 6th
Instruction Ends
May 7-13th
Final Examinations
May 18th
Grades Available to students
Final exams for students will be given at the normal class hour on the meeting date.
Tentative Schedule
Week
Day
1
Course Overview-Chapter 1
The Human Body
2
Chapter 1 and 2 Homeostasis/Chemical Level of Organization
3
Chapter 3 Cellular Level of Organization
4
Exam I (Chapters 1-3)
5
Chapter 4 Tissue Level of Organization
6
7
Chapters 4 and 5 Integumentary System
8
Chapter 5
Exam II
9
Chapter 6 Skeletal System: Bone tissue
10
Chapters 6 and 7 Skeletal System: Bone tissue and Axial Skeleton
11
12
Chapter7 and 8 Appendicular Skeleton
Exam III
13
Chapters 9 and 10 Joints and Muscular Tissue
14
Chapters10 and 11 Muscular System
15
Exam IV
16
Chapters 12 and 13 Nervous Tissue and Spinal Nerves
Final Exam
Course Grade Assignment:
Lecture Grade
A
Final Average in Percent
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
F
0-59%