COURSE OUTLINE
SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
COURSE NAME:
BODYWORKS
COURSE CODE:
GSCI 1172
CREDIT HOURS: 3
PREREQUISITES: None
COREQUISITES:
None
PLAR ELIGIBLE: YES (X)
NO ( )
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 2018
PROFESSOR:
Shereen Shokry
PHONE:
N/A
OFFICE #: N/A
EMAIL: shereen.shokry@georgebrown.ca
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DATE OF REVISION:__________________________________________________
January 2018
DATE
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Language or activities which are inconsistent with this philosophy violate the College policy on the Prevention of
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information regarding the grading system, withdrawals, exemptions, class assignments, missed tests and exams,
supplemental privileges, and academic dishonesty. Students are required to apply themselves diligently to the course of
study, and to prepare class and homework assignments as given. Past student performance shows a strong relationship
between regular attendance and success.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides the student with a basic background in anatomy and physiology. The
two major themes emphasized during the course are how structure, (anatomy), determines
function, (physiology), and how homeostasis is achieved and maintained. Unique to this
course is the application of selected course concepts to the students’ understanding of the
promotion of health and well-being and the prevention of illness.
ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS:
As mandated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities essential employability skills
(EES) will be addressed throughout all programs of study. Students will have the opportunity to learn
(L) specific skills, to practice (P) these skills, and/or be evaluated (E) on the EES outcomes in a
variety of courses. The EES include communication, numeracy, critical thinking & problem solving,
information management, interpersonal and personal skills. The faculty for this course has indicated
which of the EES are either Learned (L), Practiced (P) or Evaluated (E) in this course:
Skill
L
1. communicate clearly, concisely and
correctly in the written, spoken and
visual form that fulfills the purpose
and meets the needs of the audience
2. respond to written, spoken or visual
messages in a manner that ensures
effective communication
P
X
E
X
X
X
3. execute mathematical operations
accurately
X
4. apply a systematic approach to
solve problems
5. use a variety of thinking skills to
anticipate and solve problems
X
X
6. analyze, evaluate, and apply
relevant information from a variety
of sources
X
X
X
L
Skill
7.
locate, select, organize and
document information using
appropriate technology and
information sources
8. show respect for the diverse
opinions, values, belief
systems, and contributions
of others
9. interact with others in groups
or teams in ways that
contribute to effective
working relationships and
the achievement of goals
10. manage the use of time and
other resources to complete
projects
11. take responsibility for one’s
own actions, decisions and
consequences
P
X
E
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of this course the students will have reliably demonstrated the
ability to:
1. outline the role of the major body systems and processes in maintaining homeostasis.
2. analyze the contributions of the structure and function of each of the major body systems
to health and well-being.
3. identify the roles of the integumentary and immune systems as body defenses.
4. outline the functioning of the special senses.
5. explain the application of selected course concepts to the promotion of personal health and
well-being and the prevention of illness.
COURSE NAME: BODYWORKS
COURSE CODE: GSCI 1172
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DELIVERY METHODS / LEARNING ACTIVITIES:
Teaching methods in this course are interactive and require class input and involvement. The
delivery methods may include: lecture, group work, small group discussion and audiovisual
resources. Photography or videography of class activities (including powerpoint slides) is not
permitted without prior permission from the course professor.
LIST OF TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER TEACHING AIDS:
Recommended / Optional:
Goodenough, Judith, McGuire, Betty. Biology of Humans; Concepts, Applications and Issues.
San Francisco, 2017, Sixth Edition.
Aaron Asadi, Ross Andrews, Jen Neal. How it works book of the human body. Australia, 2016,
Sixth Edition, Imagine Publishing Ltd.
BLACKBOARD:
I will post most of the resources, links, marks, and other important course materials to Black
Board. Please check it regularly! An electronic copy of this syllabus is available online.
Modifications to this syllabus (lecture topics) will be posted there.
TESTING POLICY:
It is expected that the student is familiar with the George Brown College, Policies, Procedures
and Codes of Conduct especially as they pertain to academic matters.
Tests must be written on the date specified in the course outline and at the time scheduled on that
date. Missed tests will be given a mark of zero and will be reflected in the final grade.
Deferral of a test is not permitted except for illness or a personal or medical emergency. The
professor must be notified by email prior to the test/examination. Appropriate documentation, as
determined by the professor, must be submitted within three working days. George Brown has
services to support students with many types of disabilities. If you are a student with a disability,
your first step is to register with GBC Disability Services. Any student who does not write a
scheduled test or does not submit an assignment on the due date and who provides acceptable
documentation of illness or a personal or medical emergency and has notified the professor prior
to the text/examination or due date will not be penalized. The course professor will decide if a
make-up test is appropriate, what form it will take and when it will occur.
Please note: Students MUST USE their GBC assigned email address for ALL communication
with the course professor.
ASSIGNMENT POLICY: If you are unable to submit an assignment on time and by the due
date, you must contact the professor prior to the due date for the assignment and submit the
documentation as requested by the course professor in order for the course professor to consider
marking your assignment. When the course professor agrees that your situation constitutes an
exceptional circumstance, an extension may be negotiated. A grade of zero will be given when
the course professor is not contacted prior to the due date for the assignment.
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EVALUATION SYSTEM:
Assessment Tool:
Description:
Outcome(s) EES
assessed:
assessed:
Date /
Week:
Take home
assignment
Draw a labelled cell
diagram including all
cellular organelles and their
function/ comparison
between different body
tissues/ case study.
1
1,2,4,6,9
Week 2
% of
Final
Grade:
6%
Homework
In class
Take home
assignment
In class
Problem solving activity
Quiz
Diagram labelling and
illustration
Study Stations
5
1,5
1,3,5
4
1, 2, 5, 6
1, 2, 6
Week 3
Week 3
Week 4
4%
5%
5%
4
5%
Test #1
Mid-term test
MCQs, Match, Fill in
spaces, Diagram/s
Case Study
Diagram Labelling
Quiz 1
Diagram Labelling
Quiz 2
MCQs, Match, Fill in
spaces, Diagram/s
1,2,3,4,5
1, 2,
Week 6
5,6,8,9,10
Week 7
1, 2, 5, 6
1, 2, 6
1, 2, 6
1, 2, 6
1, 2, 6
4%
8%
5%
3%
5%
25%
In class
Homework
In class
Homework
In class
Test #2
1, 5
5
1,5
5
5
1,2,3,4,5
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 10
Week 11
Week 13
Total
25%
100%
GRADING SYSTEM
The passing grade for this course is: _50%_______
A+
A
A-
90-100
86-89
80-85
4.0
4.0
3.7
B+
B
B-
77-79
73-76
70-72
3.3
3.0
2.7
C+
C
C-
67-69
63-66
60-62
2.3
2.0
1.7
D+
D
57-59
50-56
1.3
1.0
Below 50
F
0.0
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The minimal consequence for submitting a plagiarized, purchased, contracted, or in any manner inappropriately
negotiated or falsified assignment, test, essay, project, or any evaluated material will be a grade of zero on that material.
To view George Brown College policies please go to www.georgebrown.ca/policies
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COURSE CODE: GSCI 1172
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TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Week
1(Jan. 30)
Topic / Task
Introduction to
course policies,
content,
outcomes, tasks,
evaluation.
Outcome(s)
Let us know
several
interesting facts
about our body.
Content / Activities
Inside class discussions
and activities.
Resources
Course outline
handouts
Levels of biological
organization.
Why are all
living organisms
unified?
2 (Feb. 6)
3(Feb. 13)
The cell.
1
Draw a labelled cell
diagram including all
cellular organelles and
their functions.
Different body
tissues/ systems.
In a table compare
between different body
tissues regarding their
locations and functions.
Define
homeostasis & its
importance to
life.
Introduction of 2 case
studies one in class and
one as a H.W.
representing the concept
of “Homeostasis.”
Macromolecules/
Nutritional Facts
2, 5
In class activity:
Group activity regarding
the construction of the
structure of different
Macromolecules.
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through
blackboard.
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Reading food labels.
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Intra-class online game.
Blood
(Normal/Disease)
H.W:
Introduction of 2
problems that require
internet search.
Study all previous
material for next class
quiz.
4 (Feb. 20)
The Nervous
System
1,3,5
Role play demonstrating
the transfer of electrical
nerve impulse.
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Label the provided
diagram regarding the
CNS and PNS.
Reflex arc illustration.
5
INTERSESSION WEEK
6 (Mar. 6)
Nervous System
Special senses.
1, 3,4,5
The Endocrinal
System
Inside class study
stations / each station
including different sense
organ.
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Inside class activity
Revision for Exam. #1
7(Mar. 13)
Test #1
8 (Mar 20)
Pathogens
9(Mar. 27)
Body Defense
Mechanism
Skeletal System
and the Muscular
System.
1, 5
Board games
Case Studies
5
Matching game
Take home assignment
Label Diagram
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Study previous 2
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lectures for next class
quiz.
10(Apr. 3)
Cardiovascular
system
5
Class activity Role play
Take home assignment
Label Diagram
Drawing Activity
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Respiratory
System
Take home assignment
Label Diagram
Study previous 2
lectures for next class
quiz.
11(Apr. 10)
Digestive System 5
Drawing Activity of the
digestive system
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
The mouth, the teeth,
Oral health and hygiene.
Enzymes secreted by the
digestive system
Inside class
Label Diagram
12 (Apr. 17) Urinary System
1, 5
The structure of nephron
and its function.
Homeostasis
Recommended
books & External
material provided
through blackboard
Urination Mechanisms
Renal Dialysis
Inside class diagram
practice
Revision before final
exam
13 (Apr. 24)
Test #2
Please note: this schedule may change as resources and circumstances require.
For information on withdrawing from this course without academic penalty, please refer to the
College Academic Calendar: http://www.georgebrown.ca/Admin/Registr/PSCal.aspx
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