Human Anatomy & Physiology II Syllabus
BIOL 1612L
Georgia Perimeter College—Newton Campus
Fall 2009, Mon 5:30- pm,
Room 3320
Instructor:
Office:
Office Hours:
Phone:
Email:
Dr. Annette M. Parrott
1N2421
15 minutes prior to and after class
770-278-1263 (Science Department before 5pm)
Annette@mindspring.com
Course Information:
Prerequisites: Completion of BIOL 1611 and BIOL 1611L each with a "C" or better.
Co-requisite: BIOL 1612 Lab.
Text:
Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, ninth edition by
Elaine N. Marieb and Susan J. Mitchell ISBN:978-0-321-54031-7
Course Description:
This is a laboratory covering microscopic survey of animal cells and tissues with
emphasis on metabolism and the digestive system, cardiovascular system, respiratory,
urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Co-requisites: BIOL1612
Course Objectives:
As a result of completing this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify and determine spatial relationships of anatomical structures being studied in
BIOL 1612 through the use of practical examples provided by animal dissection,
models and microscope slides, and explain the function of certain aspects of the
muscular and nervous systems. Video, laser disks and computer demonstrations may
be used to reinforce this.
2. Perform physiological experiments, gather and interpret data, and draw conclusions
based on those data.
3. Write a coherent description of the methods, results, and conclusions of the experiment
and their findings.
4. Demonstrate laboratory skills and techniques to include - reading and following
directions, performing experiments and recording data.
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Course Schedule:
This schedule is tentative; it may change according to the needs of the students, instructor,
or because of unforeseeable events. Readings in the textbook should be used to prepare
yourself for upcoming lectures/discussions or to reinforce subjects already covered in
classes or laboratories.
Week of
Topics
Exercise
8/17
Introduction: Syllabus; Lab Safety
Contract
Anatomy of the Digestive System –
Slides/Models
Digestive System cont’d
CAT DISSECTION
Chemical Breakdown of Foodstuffs:
Enzymatic Action Metabolism
LABOR DAY – NO LABS
Heart Anatomy and Conduction System of
the Heart – electrocardiography
Anatomy of Blood Vessels
Anatomy of Blood Vessels cont’d
CAT DISSECTION
LAB PRACTICAL
MIDPOINT 10/12 - LAST DAY TO
WITHDRAW WITH A “W”
Blood
Human Cardiovascular Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology of the
Respiratory System
CAT DISSECTION
Anatomy of the Urinary System
CAT DISSECTION
Urinalysis
KIDNEY DISSECTION
Endocrine System
Anatomy of the Reproductive System
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8/24
8/31
9/7
9/14
9/21
9/28
10/5
10/12
10/19
10/26
11/2
11/9
11/16
11/30
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Anatomy of the Reproductive System
cont’d
CAT DISSECTION
Physiology of Reproduction:
Gametogenesis, the menstrual cycle and
human sexual response
CAT DISSECTION
LAB PRACTICAL
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Quiz
Report
Due
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38
39A/39B 39A/39B
30
30
39A/39B
32
32
32
30
32
29
33A
36 &
37A-3A
29
33A
36 &
37A-3A
40
40
41A
41A
27
42
27
42
29
33A
36 &
37A-3A
40
42
42
41A
27
43 & 44
43 & 44
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Required Supplies:
Students will be expected to have and use the following items for class activities:
 Textbook: Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, ninth edition by
Elaine N. Marieb and Susan J. Mitchell ISBN:978-0-321-54031-7
 #2 pencils and erasers for taking exams
 Scantrons for exams. NOTE: If a student does not come prepared with the answer
sheet and pencil, they will not be allowed to take the test. They will also lose time
in the testing period until they are in possession of the required test items.
 One large 3-ringed binder (approximately 2” wide) complete with ruled binder
paper for storing all notes, handouts and articles given out in class.
 Lab Coat, pack of index cards, colored pencils, gloves
Attendance Policy:
Laboratory classes are meant to be experiential hands on-learning experiences.
Attendance is required. Students that miss more than 1 class meetings will be either
withdrawn (if 2 absences occur before the withdrawal date) from the class or awarded an
“F” as the final grade (if either or both of the 2 absences occur after the withdrawal date).
Grading & Evaluation:
The grade you earn will be determined by your performance on quizzes, practical exams,
lab reports, drawings and skill checks. Each of these components is described below.
Lab Practical Exams: A midterm and final lab practical exam will be administered
according to the dates given above and in your laboratory schedule. A practical exam is a
timed free-response exam. The laboratory will be set up with approximately 25 stations.
At each station you will find a card containing one to three questions and a specimen
(model, microscope, or activity). You will read the question, examine the specimen and
write your response on your answer sheet. You will have 1 minute to read and answer the
question; you will then be asked to move to the next station. There are 50 questions on
each practical. You MUST know the content of the course. This is not a multiple choice
exam. The midterm will cover all of the activities from the first day of class till midterm.
The final will only include material covered after midterm. The midterm and final
practical exams individually are each worth 35% of your grade. Together they represent
70% of your grade.
Written Lab Reports: Your lab book includes lab reports at the end of each activity.
These must be completed and submitted according to the schedule attached. Late lab
reports will not be accepted. Lab reports are to be your own work. They are not
intended to be a group activity. Neatness does count. Your average grade on your written
lab reports will constitute 10% of your grade.
Skill Checks: During each laboratory period you will be asked to complete certain
activities and to show your instructor the results of your work. These skill checks
demonstrate that you mastered either the skill or the concept explored during the lab.
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Skill checks activities will be written on the board. When you have completed that
activity you will show your results to your instructor. You do not receive credit for the
skill check until the instructor has checked you off.
During each laboratory period you will be asked to make certain lab drawings. The
following should be included in each of your drawings:
1. Identify slide
a. organ/organ system
b. tissue
c. type of cell (if applicable)
2. Identify preparation
i.e. cross section, stained, view, etc.
3. Identify Magnification
4. Label the internal structure(s) or components of the structure
Drawings should be neat, accurate and in color (pencils are preferable to markers as they
do not bleed through the page).
Please label “Lab #: skill check” and “Lab #: Drawings” on the head of your paper and
submit before you leave the lab. Your scores on skill checks and drawings constitute
10 % of your grade.
Quizzes: Quizzes will be administered during the semester according to the schedule
provided. Quizzes will cover the material from the previous week’s lab. Quizzes will
have between 10 and 20 questions. Questions will be either multiple choice, diagram
identification, fill in the blank, short answer or true and false. You must be present to take
the quiz. No make-ups will be given. Quizzes are typically given during the first 10
minutes of class. If you are late to class and the quizzes have all been submitted you may
not take the quiz. Your average quiz score will constitute 10 % of your grade.
Attendance: Students that do not attend class cannot take the quiz and do not receive
skill check or lab drawing points. Attendance is required. Students that miss 2 class
meetings will be either withdrawn (if 2 absences occur before the withdrawal date) from
the class or awarded an “F” as the final grade (if any or all of the 2 absences occur after
the withdrawal date). Students that miss the either the midterm or final practical exam
with a verifiable excuse and have a passing grade on other lab work will receive a grade
of incomplete. Students that miss both exams will be awarded the grade of ‘F’.
Your performance will be evaluated using the following criteria:
Grade summary:
Lab Practical 1
Written Lab Reports
Lab Drawings and Skill Checks
Quizzes
Lab Practical 2
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10%
10%
10%
35%
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Grades will be assigned according to the following scale.
Percent
Grade
90-100
A
80- 89
B
70- 79
C
60- 69
D
< 60
F
Policy on Cheating & Plagiarism:
Cheating includes any attempt to defraud, deceive or mislead the instructor in arriving at
an honest grade assessment. Cheating includes, but is NOT limited to:
A. On a test or quiz:
 looking at or copying from another student's work
 allowing another student to copy your work
 exchange of written or oral communication
 using notes or unauthorized "crib sheets"
 opening a textbook
 obtaining unauthorized copies of the test or test questions
B. On out-of-class assignments (including poster presentations):
 copying from another student
 copying from a printed source or website without proper citation (plagiarism),
 having another person do your work
 allowing another student to use your work as his/her own.
C. Providing false documentation in order to be allowed to make up a missed test or
assignment or to document an excused absence.
Plagiarism is a form of cheating that involves presenting as one's own the ideas or work
of another. Plagiarism includes copying of another student's written work, and/or the use
of an author's ideas, not just quoted words, without citation.
A first offense violation of the cheating policy will result in a grade of zero (0) for that
examination, quiz, or assignment, and will be reported officially to the Campus Dean. A
second offense will result in a failing ("F") grade for the course, and a formal allegation
of cheating will be presented to the Campus Dean of Students. The Dean and/or College
Court may impose further penalties including expulsion from the College. The process
for appealing an allegation of cheating/plagiarism is found in Georgia Perimeter College
Student Handbook.
[Note: Students whose first language is not English may use a translating dictionary (e.g.
Spanish-English) at the instructor's table with the PRIOR APPROVAL of the instructor.]
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Withdrawals and Incompletes:
A student who decides to withdraw without penalty (take a grade of "W") must do so
before the midpoint of the half-semester term. A student who withdraws after the
midpoint will be assigned a "withdrew failing" ("WF") grade. It is the STUDENT'S
responsibility to complete and submit the withdrawal form (available in the Registrar's
office) on time. A grade of "W" (withdrawal) CAN NOT be given by the instructor.
Withdrawal ("W") and incomplete ("I") grades will be used only in accordance with
Georgia Perimeter College policy. A student who officially withdraws for any reason
before the midpoint of the term will receive a grade of "W." A student who withdraws
after the midpoint but before the eighth week will receive a "WF" unless approved as a
hardship withdrawal by the Science Department Head, Division Dean, or Campus
Administrative Dean. Hardship withdrawals are not allowed to avoid an unsatisfactory
grade and are not possible after the end of the term. Documentation of hardship must be
presented.
It is the STUDENT'S responsibility to complete withdrawal forms (available in the
Registrar's office). Students are encouraged, but not required, to discuss withdrawal with
the instructor.
A grade of INCOMPLETE is assigned only when the student is unable to complete some
part the course for NON-ACADEMIC reasons beyond his/her control. Work in the
course must be satisfactory (passing) to that point. An incomplete must be completed
during the following semester or will convert to an "F." A formal petition for the
incomplete, with documentation, must be filed with the Science Department.
Classroom Behavior:
Building maintenance necessarily prohibits food or drink in carpeted areas. Please finish
them outside.
Cell phones must be turned off or set to "vibrate" during class; students expecting
emergency calls should set the phone to "vibrate" and sit near the door to minimize class
disruption.
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a collegial manner. A student who
disrupts class activities will be asked to leave the lecture room and will receive a zero for
any activities performed during that participation session.
A student who is continuously disruptive will be reported to the department chairperson
and/or the Dean of Student Affairs for possible disciplinary action.
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Snow Days & Bad Weather:
If school is closed due to bad weather or other events, the students should expect to take
the exam the next following class day as well turn in any work due at that time. Please
monitor local radio or television stations to see if Georgia Perimeter College’s Newton
Campus will be closed, or contact the school at: 770-278-1200 to verify closings or
delayed openings.
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and require assistance or support services, please seek assistance through the Center for
Disability Services (www.gpc.edu/cds). A CDS counselor will coordinate those services.
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Georgia Perimeter College adheres to affirmative action policies designed to promote
diversity and equal opportunity for all faculty and students.
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Human Anatomy & Physiology II Syllabus
BIOL 1612L
Georgia Perimeter College—Newton Campus
Name:
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1612 (Anatomy & Physiology II Lecture). I agree to abide by the guidelines and
rules of the course as presented in the course syllabus.
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What are your career goals? _____________________________________________
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How do you plan to excel in this course? __________________________________
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What talents do you have that you can contribute to this class?
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