HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM
BIOLOGY 2402 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
KATY CAMPUS - SPRING 2013 – REGULAR TERM
Instructor: Dr. Karensa Welch 281-529-5274
dr.k.welch@gmail.com; Karensa.Welch@hccs.edu
TEXTBOOK:
Tortora, Derrickson: Principles of Anatomy & Physiology, 13th Edition
Biological Sciences Textbooks, Inc. and Bryan Derrickson
LAB MANUAL:
Keating, Wiersema: Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory Manual, Third
Edition, 1997.
LABS:
LECTURES:
CRS# 33292
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:
The study of structures and functions of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
CREDIT:
4 Hour credit (3 Lecture - 3 Laboratory)
COURSE INTENT:
LIFE SCIENCE MAJOR
Monday
Wednesday
2:00-5:00 p.m.
2:00-5:00 p.m.
Room: 308
Room: 307
GENERAL GUIDELINES
1.
ATTENDANCE: Class and lab attendance is required. Students with 3 or more absences are
eligible for admission withdrawal. If you are unable to attend class/ examination due to an illness or a
situation beyond your control, it is your responsibility to contact your instructor to schedule any makeup
work if applicable. A note from a doctor may be requested.
2.
EXAMINATIONS: Students are expected to participate in all scheduled examinations. If a
student misses a scheduled lecture exam for whatever reason, there are NO guaranteed makeup exams.
They are given on a case-by-case basis. If a make-up exam is available, the format of the exam will differ
from the objective format of the original examination and will be given the last week of the semester
unless scheduled sooner by the instructor. If a student arrives late for a scheduled examination he/she
will have only the time remaining from the official start of the exam. Should a student arrive for an
examination after the first examinee has turned in the test materials, it is considered a missed exam.
Considering the time necessary to prep and proctor a lab practical exam, laboratory examination makeups will be determined on an individual basis.
3.
LABORATORY: Students are expected to abide by the safety rules at all times during lecture/
lab exercises. Students work in groups during the laboratory sessions, but individual participation is
expected in the completion of lab reports. These reports are to be completed and turned in during the
following laboratory session or when requested. A grade will be given for each report. To encourage
timely submission of laboratory reports, points will be deducted if the reports are turned in later than
instructed. Utilization of the lab computers for anything other than what has been instructed is
prohibited.
4.
SCHOLATIC DISHONESTY DURING EXAMINATIONS: Cheating and/or turning another’s work
as your own is not acceptable act! If dishonesty is suspected, a verbal warning will be given with a
possible entered for the test grade. If it should become a chronic and persistent occurrence the student
will be advised to withdraw from the course. NOTE: If you feel unprepared for an activity or exam refer to
the tutorial schedule for extra help or set up an appointment with your instructor to cover the material on
an individual basis. PLAGIARISM is also not acceptable. Each student must cite all references when
using other’s material! It is NOT in your best interest to “cut and paste” ANY material without giving
proper credit. Please refer to www.indiana.edu/~wts/wts/plagiarism.html if you have any questions.
5.
STUDENT CONDUCT: Abusive language or disruptive behavior by a student(s) will not be
tolerated. If such a situation arises, it will be dealt with on a case by case basis. If necessary the
Campus Security will be immediately notified and the appropriate action will be taken.
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6.
STUDENT HANDBOOK: Free publication with important information for all students is available
online or in the admissions office.
7.
CELL PHONES & PERSONAL COMPUTERS: All cell phones should be turned OFF (not
vibrate) during lecture and lab class time. If there is an extenuating circumstance please inform your
instructor so that the situation can be addressed appropriately. These instruments are considered
distracting to others. ALL calls will be taken outside the class room. DO NOT text in class. Personal
computers are permitted but are to be used strictly for class activities during class time.
8.
DISABILITIES: Any student with physical or scholastic disabilities should consult with the
Disability Counselor and their instructor as soon as possible so that the necessary accommodations can
be implemented.
9.
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT: As an instructor at Houston Community College, academic
advisement is available. Set up an appointment with your instructor during office hours.
10.
TASP: All students must have taken the TASP test or a similar examination before attempting
any college level credit hours. If you have not been tested it is your responsibility to see the counselor
immediately.
11.
CORE CURRICULUM: Essential to the learning process are six basic intellectual competencies.
Among the objectives covered in this course the following components will be addresses such as:
reading, writing, listening, critical thinking, peer review, and computer literacy.
12.
PREREQUISITES: If a student lacks the prerequisites necessary for this course they should
inform the instructor as soon as possible.
13.
WITHDRAWAL DATE: Other than an attendance or disciplinary withdrawal conducted by the
instructor, it is THE STUDENT’S responsibility to drop/ withdraw this course. Be sure to consult the
instructor or admissions office in a timely fashion, should you have any questions or concerns pertaining
to the appropriate procedure. The last day for student/ administrative withdrawal is Monday, April 1st
before 4:30 p.m. It is the student’s responsibility to refer to the website calendar for date confirmation.
14.
SOCIAL NETWORKING: Under no circumstance is it acceptable to seek a professor via a social
network not provided in class (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc.) during the semester due to conflict of interest
and infringement of scholastic ethics.
15.
CLASS AUDIO & VIDEO RECORDING: Students are not authorized to distribute and/or post any
class recording onto a social network without the professor’s permission.
WEEK OF:
TENTATIVE CLASS AND EXAMINATION SCHEDULE
01-14-13
Homeostasis, Cellular Membrane/ Transport, and Endocrinology Review
01-16-13
Chapter 19: The Cardiovascular System: The Blood
01-21-13
**MARTIN LUTHER KING HOLIDAY**
01-23-13
LAB 1 & 2 – Composition of Blood; Blood Types
01-28-13
Chapter 20: The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
01-30-13
LAB 3 – The Heart & Blood Vessels
Chapter 21: The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels & Hemodynamics
02-04-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
02-06-13
LAB 4 & 5 – Hemodynamics; Lymphatic System
02-11-13
LECTURE EXAM I (CHAPTERS 19-21)
02-13-13
LAB EXAM I – Cardiovascular System
Chapter 22: The Lymphatic System & Immunity
02-18-13
**PRESIDENT’S DAY**
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02-20-13
Chapter 23: Respiratory System
LAB 6 – The Respiratory System
02-25-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
02-27-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
03-04-13
LECTURE EXAM II (CHAPTERS 22 & 23)
03-06-13
LAB EXAM II – Immunity & Respiratory
Chapter 24: The Digestive System
03-11-13
**SPRING BREAK**
03-13-13
**SPRING BREAK**
03-18-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
Chapter 25: Metabolism & Nutrition
03-20-13
LAB 7 – Digestive System
03-25-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
03-27-13
LECTURE EXAM III (CHAPTERS 24 & 25)
Chapter 26: The Urinary System
LAB 8 – Urinary System
04-01-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
04-03-13
Chapter 27: Fluids, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Homeostasis
04-08-13
LAB 9 – Endocrine System
04-10-13
Chapter 28: The Reproductive System
04-15-13
LECTURE EXAM IV (CHAPTERS 26 & 27)
04-17-13
LAB EXAM III - Digestive & Urinary
LAB 10 & 11 – Male & Female Reproductive System
04-22-13
Chapter 29: Development & Inheritance
04-24-13
LAB 12 – Embryology; Genetics
04-29-13
Continued Lecture/Lab
05-01-13
LAB EXAM IV – Reproductive System & Inheritance
05-06-13
FINAL EXAM WEEK – EXAM VI (CHAPTERS 28-29)
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GRADE CALCULATIONS:
AVERAGE:
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 AND BELOW
LETTER GRADE:
A
B
C
D
F
TENTATIVE GRADE COMPUTATION
1. LECTURE EXAMS: There will be 5 lecture exams including the final. All are multiple-choice with
possible essays. Each student will need to provide their own scantron. All exams are of equal
value. There are NO exemptions of exams due to the nature of the core curriculum necessary for
a continued course.
2. PRESENTATION: Each student will be given a case study to research, gather information, and
present in class. The exercise is worth an exam grade. Further instructions and expectations will
be posted on the learning web when applicable.
3. LAB EXAMS: There will be 4 laboratory examinations. Be sure to utilize the lab during tutoring
hours as well as refer to the web sites given in class.
4. LAB REPORTS: There will also be 10 lab reports worth 10 points each, which will also be
accumulated to equal 1 lab exam (100 points possible).
5. There are NO dropped exams. Considering that each chapter is a building block for the
next, ALL exams are comprehensive regarding applicable subject matter.
6. Final course grades will be available to students online on May 18th. Do not request
grades sooner or inquire with the instructor once the final exam has been taken.
7. Therefore, there will be 11 total grades possible of equal value. A grade calculation sheet is
available on the Learning Web. Please download it prior to entering your information so
that the cell’s equations are preserved for other students.
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