BIOLOGY 341 - HUMAN BODY AND BRAIN (LABORATORY)
SPRING 2012
Instructor: Maryam Bamshad. I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehman College. I have taught courses in
anatomy and physiology for nursing majors and endocrinology for bio majors. My research is in the area of Behavioral Ecology and
Neuroendocrinology. You can see me at my office during my office hours or email me to make an appointment.
Bio 340 Course Description: Human Body and Brain Laboratory. 3 hours (Lab), 2 credits. Bio 341 is a laboratory course in anatomy and
physiology for students majoring in biology. Students will learn the structure and function of the brain and various body systems by using models,
computer programs that simulate physiological experiments, dissection of animal specimen and virtual dissection of a human cadaver.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIO 340.
Place of course in the Biology program: fulfills requirements for biology majors.
Required Books and Resources:
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Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual by Maryam Bamshad-Alavi, Ayanna Alexander-Street, Connie Allen and Valerie Harper, John
Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2011.
WileyPLUS Premium Version, An online program for Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 13th edition by Gerard J. Tortora and Bryan H.
Derrickson, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2012.
Real Anatomy Software by Mark Nielsen and Shawn D. Miller, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2008 (will be provided free of charge).
You can purchase the lab manual and the access code to WileyPLUS separately, or buy the kit at Lehman College bookstore that contains the
lab manual and the access code to WileyPLUS.
Goals: My goal is to prepare you for medical and professional healthcare schools by giving you a strong foundation in human anatomy and
physiology. Throughout the course, we will conduct hands on experiments using models, computer programs and animal specimens to identify
anatomical structures and understand their functions.
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When to Learn?
Tuesday - January 31, 2012
Tuesday – February 7, 2012
Tuesday – February 14, 2012
Tuesday – February 28, 2012
Tuesday – March 6, 2012
Tuesday – March 13, 2012
Tuesday – March 20, 2012
Tuesday- March 27, 2012
Tuesday – April 3, 2012
Tuesday – April 17, 2012
Tuesday – April 24, 2012
Tuesday – May 1, 2012
Tuesday – May 8, 2012
Tuesday – May 15, 2012
What to Learn?
How to Learn?
Lab 1-Introduction to Laboratory
exercises, structure and function of the
nerve cells
Lab 2-Structure of the brain
Lab 3-Function of the brain
Lab 4-Structure and function of the
sensory organs
Lab 5-Structure and function of the spinal
cord and the spinal nerves
Lab 6-Cranial nerves
Lab 7-Testing your knowledge
Lab 8-Structure and function of muscles
Lab 9-Structure and function of the heart
Lab 10-Structure and function of the
respiratory system
Lab 11-Structure and function of the
digestive system
Lab 12-Structure and function of the
urinary system
Lab 13-Structure and function of the
reproductive system
Lab 14-Testing your knowledge
Instructions for using computer programs, models, exercises on Real
Anatomy and WileyPLUS
Dissection of sheep’s brain, brain model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of sheep’s brain, brain model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Models of eye, ear, tongue, dissection of cow eye, WileyPLUS
Model of spinal reflex, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of sheep’s brain, brain model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Practical Exam 1
Model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of sheep’s heart, heart model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of rat, lung model, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of rat, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of pig’s kidney, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Dissection of rat, Real Anatomy, WileyPLUS
Practical Exam 2
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Laboratory Rules and Safety Guidelines1
• Attendance at every laboratory session is mandatory. Bring your laboratory manual to every lab.
• Make-ups are impossible to schedule. You must take the practical exams during your scheduled lab section.
• Do not eat or drink in the laboratory.
• Notify your instructor immediately if you are pregnant or have medical conditions that need special laboratory precautions.
• Wear disposable gloves when working with body fluids, dissections, or chemicals.
• Familiarize yourself with emergency exits, fire extinguishers and blanket, first aid kit, eyewash station, chemical shower, biohazard container,
and broken glass container.
• Immediately notify your instructor of all spills, accidents, or damaged equipment.
• Properly dispose of waste material, chemicals, or body fluids as directed by your instructor.
• Wash your hands with soap and water before leaving the laboratory.
• Follow any other specific safety measures given by your instructor.
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Allen C., Harper V. “Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology,” 3rd Edition. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Strategies for successful completion of the course:
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Attend labs regularly and on time.
Remain attentive during labs.
Work cooperatively with the members of your group to solve problems and complete laboratory exercises.
Complete all assignments on time.
Practice learning body structures and functions by using tools available on WileyPLUS.
Assessment of your knowledge: I will assess your knowledge of the course based on your
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scores for practical exams
scores for assignments and lab reports
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Classroom Policies: I expect you to
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attend class on time.
turn off your cell phone and all other electronic devices during class and during exams.
Follow the laboratory rules and safety guidelines in your syllabus.
avoid talking or texting during class and during exams, unless the conversation is regarding the lab.
avoid plagiarizing information you post online or cheating during tests (see the Lehman College academic policy shown below).
Grading is based on the activities listed in the following table.
Exams
Practical exam 1: 35%
Practical exam 2: 35%
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Assignments
Lab reports and Real Anatomy worksheets: 20%
WileyPLUS homework: 10%
GRADES WILL NOT BE CHANGED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES UNLESS I HAVE MADE AN
ERROR IN CALCULATING YOUR GRADE.
MAKE-UP EXAMS ARE ONLY GIVEN PRIOR TO THE EXAM DATE WITH PROOF OF LEGITIMATE
EXCUSE.
YOU WILL LOSE 100 POINTS IF YOU MISS AN EXAM.
Percent
93%
90%
87%
83%
80%
77%
73%
67%
63%
60%
Grade
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AB+
B
BC+
C
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D
F
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY 1
Cheating and plagiarism are two forms of academic dishonesty. Academic dishonesty is a very serious issue and will not be tolerated in any of the
Anatomy and Physiology classes.
• Cheating is taking or giving help while taking an exam (examples: swapping quizzes, talking during an exam, leaving the exam accessible to
be viewed).
• Cheating is using notes, books or papers during an exam.
• Cheating is obtaining or distributing or using unauthorized copies of an exam.
• Plagiarism is failing to give credit to the source of another person’s idea or paper.
If cheating or plagiarism does occur in class, the instructor will inform the student of the suspicion, charges and sanctions both orally and in a written
form.
If the suspicion was unfounded, the instructor will take no further action. If the suspicion is founded and the instructor and student cannot reach an
agreement on a resolution, the chair of the department will refer the matter to the Vice President for Student Affairs.
Possible sanctions in case of cheating or plagiarism include, but are not limited to:
• Receiving a grade of F for the exam or paper
• Receiving a grade of F for the course
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Academic services and policies. Lehman College/CUNY undergraduate bulletin (2009-2011). Pages 46-47.
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