Tulsa Community College
Fall 2014 SYLLABUS
Course: BIOL_1314: Human Anatomy and Physiology
Day(s) and Time(s):
Lecture:
Saturdays 9:00AM – 11:50AM
Lab:
Saturdays 12:30PM – 3:20PM
Section #: 310
Call #: 12458
Room SEC 8279
Room SEC 8114
Start and end dates: August 18 – December 13, 2014
Course Delivery Method: Face to Face
Course format: Lecture and Lab are on campus
Instructor: Sarah Vizza
Email: sarah.vizza@tulsacc.edu
The best way to contact me is by email. I typically respond within 24 hours. If you do not receive a response
from me in 24 hours, please resend the email. It is always best to copy yourself on emails to me. Doing so
will ensure proof in the case that I do not receive it.
Please check Blackboard Daily for course announcements and assignments.
TO CONTACT THE DIVISION OFFICE:
Division: Science and Mathematics
Associate Dean: Lyn Kent
Office: SE 8125
Phone Number: 595-7742
TO CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Director: Susan Burlew
Office: SE 2202
Phone: 595-7673
CAMPUS SECURITY: 595-8888
COURSE PREREQUISITES: None
COURSE DESCRIPTION: An introduction to the basic principles of the structure and function of the human
body. A beginning course designed to emphasize the integration of all body systems. Designed for students
in Allied Health programs. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course, students will be able to:
 Exhibit an awareness of the integration between structure and function of the human body.
 Evaluate the anatomical and physiological properties of each level of body organization.
 Explain metabolism, homeostasis, and the use of feedback loops to control physiological changes
within the body.
 Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to
anatomy and physiology.
 Discuss diseases/disorders using anatomical and physiological knowledge.
 Demonstrate laboratory techniques and procedures used to examine the anatomy and physiology of
each organ system.
 Analyze experiments with mathematical techniques commonly used in the medical field.
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TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES, & OTHER RESOURCES:
Title: Introduction to the Human Body with WileyPlus access
Edition: 9th
Author: Tortora, Derrickson
Publisher: Wiley
Or
eBook: WileyPlus
Access: Blackboard
Title: Exploring A&P in the Laboratory – Core Concepts
Edition: 1st
Author: Amerman
Publisher: Morton
Supplies: 5-8 science scantrons (sold in the math lab only),
dissection kit, goggles, nitrile or vinyl gloves
TEACHING METHODS:
Lecture –
1. Students are responsible for reading textbook assignments and any other assigned reading before
class. Student notes and PowerPoint presentations will be available to students on Blackboard prior
to class and at the instructor’s discretion.
2. Course content and assignments are designed to require daily study.
Laboratory –
1. Practical application of lecture topics will be stressed and exercises will be complementary but not
necessarily congruent with lecture sessions.
2. Students should familiarize themselves with the planned lab exercises prior to class.
MLA or APA documentation is expected on all written work. See MLA or APA instructions on the LRC site for
proper documentation procedure.
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EVALUATION TECHNIQUES:
A: 90-100%
B: 80-89%
C: 70-79%
D: 60-69%
F: 59% or less
Lecture (400 points) –
Lecture Exams: 4 theory examinations, each worth 100 points, will be given according to schedule.
These exams will consist of multiple choice, short answer and essay questions. The final exam will
be cumulative in nature.
Laboratory (150 points) –
 Laboratory Reports: 15 laboratory reports, provided in the lab manual for each laboratory exercise,
will be due at the conclusion of the lab session. Attendance in lab is necessary to receive credit for
lab reports. Points will not be given for lab work if the student is not in attendance for the lab.
Lab is not over until you have been individually or collectively dismissed. Anyone leaving lab early
without being dismissed will not receive credit for the lab activity.
Homework/Classwork/Quizzes (200 points) –
This will be assigned at the instructor’s discretion.
Additional points may be awarded for extra credit assignments and will be averaged into the final grade.
If a question arises concerning a grade received on an assignment or lab, the student will have one week
after the assignment/lab has been returned to contact the instructor to resolve the issue. After that time
frame has passed, the grade will stand as posted.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance will be taken in both the lecture and laboratory portions of this course. Your
success in this course will require a major commitment of time. Maximize your chances of success in this
course by attending class. Classes will be started promptly on time, therefore please be courteous to fellow
students by not being tardy. Excessive absences or tardiness will be reported to the college registrar’s office
after the fifth occasion. It is imperative that students read over lab exercises before coming to lab.
Individual participation in each laboratory exercise is expected.
It is in your best interest to gain the names and phone numbers of numerous classmates from lecture and
lab. In the event that you are not able to attend class, please contact one of your classmates to see what
information was missed and/or assigned. It is your responsibility to obtain missed information from your
colleagues, not from your instructor.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS AND MAKE-UP WORK: Each student has ONE opportunity to take a lecture exam late
with a 20-point deduction. The late exam must be made up within one week of the scheduled exam day,
and the responsibility for initiating make-up arrangements belongs to the student. Any additional missed
classroom exams cannot be made up without presentation of a doctor’s excuse or proof of dire family
circumstances. Said circumstances will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and at the instructor’s
discretion.
Pre-lab assignments should be completed prior to the laboratory period. Completed Lab Reviews are due at
the end of the lab session. No late assignments will be accepted.
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COURSE WITHDRAWAL: The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any
class. Contact the Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or
to change from Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop
participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial
aid consequences for the student. In order to audit a class, the student must contact advisement and
receive a contract. This contract must be signed by both the student and the instructor of the course. If the
student fails to attend and participate in the course, the student will receive a failing grade for the course.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Email: All TCC students receive a designated “MyTCC” email address (ex:
jane_doe@mail.tulsacc.edu). All communications to you about TCC and course
assignments will be sent to your MyTCC email address; and you must use MyTCC email
to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.
Inclement Weather: TCC rarely closes. If extreme weather conditions or emergency situations arise,
TCC always gives cancellation notices to radio and television stations. This information is also posted
on the TCC website (www.tulsacc.edu). You should register for TCC alerts to directly receive a text or
voicemail regarding TCC cancellations. You can follow this link http://www.tulsacc.edu/studentservices/campus-police/tcc-alerts, or you can visit the “About TCC” tab on the TCC homepage. The
TCC Alerts information is on the left close to the bottom of the list.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS: General Education courses at TCC ensure that our graduates gain skills,
knowledge, and abilities that comprise a common foundation for their higher education and a backdrop for
their work and personal lives. TCC’s General Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective
Communication, Engaged Learning, and Technological Proficiency.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE: Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and
perspectives during classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential
to higher learning and to the ability to learn from each other. Use of any electronic device is at the
discretion of the instructor. Please be sure to turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices when
entering the class and laboratory. It is the student’s responsibility to have phones and other electronic
devices turned off during testing; failure to do so may result in a score of “0” at the instructor’s discretion.
The use of any electronic device is at the discretion of the instructor and the student should check with the
instructor prior to using any electronic device. Food and drink are not allowed in the lab. Classroom
conduct that is not conducive to the learning environment will be dealt with on an individual basis and may
involve removal of students from the learning environment for the remainder of the class period or
semester. To be clear in what constitutes misconduct and unacceptable behaviors in the classroom, a list
has been complied. Note: The following list is not all inclusive.
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Repeatedly interrupting an instructor while he/she is lecturing or conversing with another student
without first raising one’s hand and waiting until called upon.
Asking questions not pertinent to the topic of discussion.
Causing classroom disruptions by
o walking out of the classroom abruptly or leaving the classroom multiple times
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o repeatedly talking during lecture
o using an inappropriately raised voice
o tardiness
o distracting classmates
o using approved electronic media in a manner not relevant to the lecture/lab
Displaying a lack of respect or courtesy to faculty or classmates through derogatory language,
threatening or offensive words or behavior, or unwanted invasion of personal space.
Using a prohibited electronic device in the classroom.
Working on material not related to this class.
Refusing to follow directions from faculty.
Intentional destruction of college property.
Influencing or attempting to influence another person to violate these misconduct policies.
At the college level, everyone enrolled in this course is considered an adult and as such you are expected to
act accordingly. It is not my wish to have to remove anyone from the learning environment; however, if I
feel any of the misconduct rules have been violated, you will be asked to leave the classroom for the
remainder of the lecture/lab. A meeting between the instructor and student will occur before you are
allowed to enter the classroom again. If you violate the rules of misconduct a second time, you will be
removed from the course permanently. As stated in the syllabus, AWs are not given. The removal from the
course will result in a grade being assessed at the end of the semester according to your scores earned on
all assignments from week 1 to week 16. Tuition paid for the class will not be refunded, and failure to
complete the course may have a negative impact on current and future financial aid. I want each student to
be successful in this class and avoid these negative consequences of any continued inappropriate classroom
behavior.
SYLLABUS CHANGES: Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of
any changes to the syllabus in writing.
DISABILITY RESOURCES: It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create inclusive
learning environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available. To request accommodations,
contact the Education Access Center (EAC) at eac@tulsacc.edu or call (918) 595-7115 (voice). Deaf and hear
of hearing students may text (918) 809-1864. Academic accommodations will not be provided unless
appropriate documentation is provided to the disabled student services offices to support the need.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Academic dishonesty (cheating) is defined as the deception of others about
one’s own work or about the work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or
tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a
policy delegating certain forms of authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions
delegated to the faculty include, but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students
from classes. In the case of academic dishonesty a faculty member may:
 Require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a substitute
assignment or test;
 Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
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Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw
the student from the class;
Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester.
Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by
submitting such a request to the Dean of Student Services.
PLAGIARISM POLICY: Examples of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to:
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Submitting another’s work as one’s own or allowing another to submit one’s work as though it were
his or hers;
Several people completing an assignment and turning in multiple copies, all represented either
implicitly or explicitly as individual work;
Failing to contribute an equal share in group assignments or projects while claiming equal credit for
the work;
Using a notebook, notes or technology tools during an examination without permission of the
instructor;
Receiving or giving unauthorized help on assignments;
Stealing a problem solution or assessment answers from a teacher or other student;
Tampering with experimental data to obtain “desired” results or creating results for experiments
not done;
Creating results for observations or interviews that were not done;
Obtaining an unfair advantage by gaining or providing access to examination materials prior to the
time authorized by the instructor;
Tampering with or destroying the work of others;
Submitting substantial portions of the same academic work for credit or honors more than once
without permission of the present instructor;
Lying about these or other academic matters;
Falsifying college records, forms or other documents;
Accessing computer systems or files without authorization;
Plagiarizing (see section below)
It is the firm policy of your instructor that cheating and plagiarism are unacceptable and will result in an
automatic “0” for that assignment or possible failure of the course. Plagiarism is claiming, indicating or
implying that the ideas, sentences or words of another writer are your own; it includes having another
writer do work claimed to be your own, copying the work of another and presenting it as your own or
following the work of another as a guide to ideas or expression that are then presented as your own. The
student should review the relevant sections of the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
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Cheating on a test will result in a “0” for the exam.
Plagiarism in lab will result in a “0” for that activity.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT: Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in
the TCC Catalog, the TCC Student Policies & Resources Handbook, and semester information listed in the
class schedule. All information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
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TOBACCO FREE COLLEGE: Tulsa Community College is a Tobacco Free college in accordance with the
Governor’s Executive Order 2012-01 and Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1-1523 which prohibits
smoking or the use of any tobacco products in all public places, in any indoor workplace, and all vehicles
owned by the State of Oklahoma and all of its agencies and instrumentalities. This Order includes property
leased, rented, or owned by TCC including, but not limited to, all grounds, buildings, facilities, and parking
lots. Tulsa Community College’s policy includes a tobacco free environment on all campus and off-campus
locations conducting TCC credit or non-credit classes. The TCC Campus Police is responsible for ensuring
compliance with the Tobacco-Free Environment Policy. Violations of the policy may be addressed through
issuance of campus or state citations.
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES: Reading, writing, math and computer learning services are available. Check
the campus directory for location and operating hours. The Science/Math Lab is located in Room 8150. It is
an excellent place to study. Tutors are available to answer questions or direct you to study aids, but are not
expected to cover entire sections of material. Students are encouraged to take advantage of this free
facility. No appointment is necessary, but you must sign-in and sign-out using the computers located at the
entrances as well as following all Science/Math lab rules. Tutoring hours for specific courses are listed on a
white board behind the work-study desk.
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