RANGER COLLEGE
Syllabus
COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: Biology 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology
CREDIT HOURS : 4 ( LEC: 3 HRS/WK, LAB: 3 HRS/WK, LEC/LAB COMB: 6)
Name of Instructor (Title): Sandra Porter
Office Location:#206 Gorman HS
Office Hours: below
Office Phone:254-734-3171
E-Mail: sporter@rangercollege.edu or sporter@gormanisd.net
I.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION : This course includes study of the basic
structure
of the cell, tissue organization and tissue and organ structure and
physiological processes of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous
systems in humans. The principle of structure and function and the role these
organ systems play in maintaining homeostasis will be emphasized. This course is
designed for students entering medical or allied health careers and physical
education majors.
II. REQUIRED BACKGROUND / PREREQUISITES
Passing score on AACP Reading section or equivalent alternate test is
recommended. Prerequisite Biology 1406 recommended.
III. TEXTBOOK (S) ; READINGS; MATERIALS
ESSENTIALS OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 7th edition
by Elaine N. Marieb. Benjamin Cummings. ISBN 013-183663-3
IV.
Laboratory Atlas of Anatomy and Physiology 6th edition. Eder, Kaminsky,
Bertram. McGraw Hill 2009. ISBN 978-0-07-352567-9
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
1. Lectures in which the major concepts and theories in
anatomy and physiology will be discussed.
2. Labs in which major anatomical and physiological principles will be
demonstrated by examination of specimens and viewing videos.
OFFICE SCHEDULE
Monday:
7:30 – 8:00 AM; 2:30 -4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 – 8:00 AM; 2:30 -4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 – 8:00 AM; 2:30 -4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 – 8:00 AM; 2:30 -4:00 PM
The above schedule and procedures in this course are subject to change in
the event of extenuating circumstances.
V. Exit plan for the science building:
In case of fire or other emergency, the nearest exit from the lab classroom (Room
206) is the classroom door then to the south or east building exit. Please remain
outside the building until otherwise notified by school officials.
VI.
CORE OBJECTIVES
Through the Core Curriculum, students will gain a foundation of knowledge of
human cultures and the physical and natural world; develop principles of
personal and social responsibility for living in a diverse world; and advance
intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all learning.
*Core Objectives stressed in Life Sciences.
*Critical Thinking Skills
*Communication Skills
*Empirical and Quantitative Skills
*Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
VII. COURSE OBJECTIVES : Biology 2401 is designed to instruct students in
methods that will result in a student who is able to:
1. Describe the structure and function of the tissues of the human body.
2. Describe the structure and function of the integumentary system.
3. Describe the structure and function of the skeletal system.
4. Describe the structure and function of the muscular system.
5. Describe the structure and function of the nervous system.
In order to evaluate the progress in achieving the course objectives, each student
will respond on written exams to questions in the following areas:
- List the structural and functional characteristics used to classify tissues
into one of the four major tissue types.
- Define homeostasis and explain the role of each tissue type in homeostasis.
- List and describe the two layers of the dermis.
- Describe the structure and function of the subcutaneous.
- Explain the role of the integument system in homeostasis.
- List the major tissue components of tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bone.
- Describe the growth of bone tissue.
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Identify all bones in the human skeleton.
Describe the events that produce a membrane potential.
Describe the events within muscle cells that result in muscle contraction.
List the cellular structure of the three types of muscle cells.
List the structural and positional characteristics used to classify muscles.
List the divisions of the nervous system.
Describe the structure of neurons.
Explain the function of neuralgia cells.
Describe the events involved in the transmission of the electrochemical
message through the nervous system.
- List the structural components of the brain and spinal cord.
- Distinguish between the function of white matter and gray matter.
- List the major divisions of the brain and describe the primary function of
each.
- Describe the origin, circulation and function of the cerebrospinal fluid.
- Describe the location and arrangement of the cranial and spinal nerves
within the body.
- Distinguish between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems and list
the functions of each.
- Distinguish between the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems
and list the primary function of each.
- Describe sense organs as transducers.
- Describe the cellular and tissue structure of the general and special sense
organs.
VIII. COURSE CALENDAR (see attachments)
IX.
COURSE / CLASSROOM POLICIES
Regular and punctual attendance in all classes and labs is considered
essential for optimum academic success. If the student has the equivalence
of three weeks of unofficial absences... the instructor may drop the student
from the course with a grade of F (Ranger College General Catalog).
Students are expected to be seated by the beginning of the lecture
period. Excessive tardies (6) may be considered as absences. Excessive
unexcused absences (6) may result in a grade of I (incomplete) and may
result in dismissal from the course with a grade of F.
It is your responsibility to inform the instructor of an excused
absence. An absence is excused if you are excused by the Dean to
participate in an authorized College activity. Any student who is disruptive
to the class will be dismissed from the class and may be dismissed from the
course. Any student found with unauthorized notes (cheat sheets, electronic
devices, etc.) during an exam or copying from another student's exam will be
subject to disciplinary action. Any student misconduct will be reported to
the Dean of Student Services.
No tobacco use is permitted in the science building.
ADA Statement: Ranger College provides a variety of services for students
with learning and/or physical disabilities. The student is responsible for
making the initial contact with the Ranger College Counselor. It is
advisable to make this contact before or immediately after the semester
begins.
X.
ASSESSMENT (Grading Procedure)
Exams will consist primarily of fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions
and will cover all material discussed since the last exam (except the final
which is cumulative). Each question will be graded as correct or incorrect in
accordance with information in the text and lectures. Exam grades will be
taken as the number of points correct.
Students missing lectures are responsible for getting notes (notes are
available on the Ranger College web page via Blackboard). Make-up exams,
for exams missed due to an excused absence, will be given later in the
semester. Bonus points may be available for students taking the exam at the
assigned time, but not for makeup exams. Students are strongly urged to not
miss exams.
The course grade will be computed as follows:
Average of 6 lecture exams
= 3/4
Lab average
= 1/4
Total
= Course Grade
(average of lecture exams * 3) + lab average
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Letter grades will be assigned as follows:
90-100 = A, 80-89 = B, 70-79 = C, 60-69 = D,
= Course Grade
below 60 = F
XI.
ADMISSIONS, EMPLOYMENT, AND PROGRAM POLICIES OF
RANGER COLLEGE ARE NONDISCRIMINATORY IN REGARD TO
RACE, CREED, COLOR, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, AND NATIONAL
ORIGIN.
XII. RECEIPT OF SYLLABUS (see attachments)
RECEIPT OF SYLLABUS
I have received, and I understand, the information in the syllabus for Biology 2401
and I agree to abide by the stated policies. This includes the use of electronic
devices in the class room. I also understand the process for calculating my course
grade.
Name: (print)__________________________________ Date:___________
(sign)__________________________________
Contact information: email address
________________________________________
phone ___________________________
Do you participate in a school sponsored athletic activity? If yes, which?
Who is your sponsor?
Please list other biology or related courses you have taken.
What is your major, program or interest? Why are you taking A & P?
BIOLOGY 2401 - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
FALL 2011
Text: Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 7th edition
Elaine N. Marieb
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LECTURE TOPIC
Class orientation and introduction
Class orientation and introduction
Lab: Exercise 1 The Language of Anatomy
Lab: Organ System Overview
Structure and Function of Cells; Tissues
Labor Day Holiday
Structure and Function of Cells; Tissues
Lab: Exercise 3 The Cell-Anatomy & Division
Lab: Exercise 4 Cell Membrane Transport
Mechanisms
Lab: Exercise 4 Cell Membrane Transport
Mechanisms
Tissues-epithelial and connective
Lab: Exercise 5 Classification of Tissues
Integumentary System: skin and organs
Integumentary System: skin and organs
Lab: Exercise 6 The Skin (Integumentary Syst.)
Exam 1 (Cells-Integumentary System)
Skeletal Tissues: Bone Remodeling
Skeletal System: Joints and Bones
Skeletal System: Joints and Bones
Lab: Exercise 10 Joints and Body Movements
Lab: Exercise 10 Joints and Body Movements
Skeletal System: Bones
Lab: Exercise 7 Overview of the Skeletal Syst.
Lab: Exercise 7 Overview of the Skeletal Syst.
Lab: Exercise 8 The Axial Skeleton
Lab: Exercise 9 The Appendicular Skeleton
Review for Exam 2
Exam 2 (Skeletal System)
The Muscular System: Cell physiology
Muscular System: Cell physiology
Lab: Microscopic Examination of Muscle Tissue
Staff Development—Gorman ISD
Muscular System: Sliding filament theory
Muscular System: Muscle energetics
Muscular System: Selected muscles
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Muscular System: Selected muscles
Lab: Exercise 12 Gross Anatomy of the Muscular
Lab: cont.
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Review for Exam 3
Exam 3 (Muscular System)
The Nervous System: electrochemical message
The Nervous System: Tissue
Lab: Exercise 13 and handout
Lab: Exercise 13 and handout
Review for Exam 4
Exam 4 (Nervous Tissue)
Central Nervous System: Brain Anatomy
Central Nervous System: Brain Anatomy
Central Nervous System: Brain Anatomy
Lab: Exercise 14 Gross Anatomy of the Brain
Central Nervous System: Spinal Cord Anatomy
Central Nervous System: Spinal Cord Anatomy
Lab: Exercise 15 Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves
Lab: cont.
Autonomic Nervous System
Autonomic Nervous System and Somatic Nerves
Special Senses: Eye and Vision
Lab: Exercise 17 Special Senses (eye)
Continue Lab (eye)
Special Senses: Hearing
Special Senses: Hearing
Lab: Exercise 17 Hearing
Lab: Exercise 17 Hearing
Special Senses: Taste and Smell
Special Senses: Taste and Smell cont. (Early Release)
Thanksgiving Holidays
Thanksgiving Holidays
Lab: Exercise 17 Taste and Smell
Lab: Exercise 17 Taste and Smell
Review for Exam 5
Exam 5 (ANS and Senses)
Review for Final Exam
Review for Final Exam
Review for Final Exam
Final Exam
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