BIOLOGY 2401
Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Spring 2007
MWF 9:00-9:50
TTh 10:50-12:05
Instructor: K. Heinemann, Ph.D.
Office: Science 109C
Phone: 573.3291 x 3215
Email: kim.heinemann@victoriacollege.edu
Office Hours: TTH 9-10, or by appointment
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Structure and function of the following: introduction of the human body, cells,
tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Laboratory is
coordinated with the lecture and includes the use of the microscope, fresh and
preserved specimens, along with anatomical charts and models. Various
electronic instruments are used to measure and record physiological data.
Completion of TSI in reading and writing and one semester of college-level
chemistry (CHEM 1406 recommended) is required. One semester of collegelevel biology is recommended.
OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES:
The student will obtain a basic understanding of normal organ system anatomy
and physiology. Pathophysiology will be introduced as merited. Students will be
equipped with both anatomical and physiological terminology as it relates to the
organ systems. The student, upon completing this course, will be prepared to
continue related course work in biology and/or the health sciences.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1.) Demonstrate knowledge of levels of organization; cell structure/function;
tissues; integumentary, skeletal, muscle and nervous systems by scoring at
least 70% on major exams and a comprehensive final exam. Exam questions
will be drawn from a series of lectures that are based upon
illustrations/readings from the text and any additional reading materials
provided.
2.) Demonstrate knowledge of levels of organization; cell structure/function;
tissues; integumentary, skeletal, muscle and nervous systems by scoring at
least 70% on 4 lab exams. Lab exams will be based upon the
presentation/use of charts, models, microscopic slides, live & preserved
specimens, electrophysiological equipment, and lab manual during the
laboratory period.
COURSE MATERIALS:
Suggested Lecture Text:
Tortora & Derrickson, Principles of Anatomy & Physiology, 11th ed.
Laboratory Manual:
Marieb, Laboratory Manual for Anatomy & Physiology, 2nd ed.
Please turn in 9 Scantron 882-E forms to the instructor prior to the first
exam. This discourages academic dishonesty and ensures that everyone will
have a scantron on exam day. (These scantrons will be used for both lecture and
lab exams.) Do NOT mark on these scantrons before giving them to me.
GRADING:
Lecture (75% of Final Grade)
Laboratory (25% of Final Grade)
4 Major Exams
40%
4 Exams
100%
Quizzes
10%
Lab Average
25%
(Each lab exam counts 6.25% of
Final Exam
25%
the final course grade.)
100%
You are responsible for keeping track of your own grades in the course. Do not
ask me to calculate your average for you. ***No extra credit opportunities
are available for this course.***
EXAMS:
Exams will consist primarily of multiple choice questions, but will include some
short-answer questions as well. Occasionally, questions of matching format may
be appropriate. In fairness to all students, all regular exams will be 50 minutes
in length. This means that students in the TTh section will have 25 minutes
remaining after exams. In an effort to stay on schedule with the syllabus, the
instructor may lecture on new material after the exam; however, those students
wishing to leave after the exam may do so quietly and without penalty. No exam
reviews will be held prior to any exam, including the comprehensive final exam.
***If you become ill on an exam day, you must notify me via phone or email
(or both) BEFORE the test period. Do not wait until after the test period
as you will receive a grade of zero for the test in question as well as
forfeit the option for a makeup exam. Makeup exams will only be given
under extreme circumstances, i.e. death in the family, medical emergency,
and will not necessarily be of the same format as the original exam. If a
makeup exam is granted, it is up to the student to make arrangements to
take the makeup with one week of the missed exam. Failure to take the
exam within this time frame will result in a grade of zero for that
exam.***
In the laboratory section of the course, all students are required to take
practical exams at the scheduled time. Makeup exams are not automatic and
will be allowed only when there is a reasonable excuse (as determined by the
instructor). If a makeup is allowed, it is the responsibility of the student to
schedule the makeup exam during another lab section of the SAME week. This
requires approval of the lab instructor in whose section the exam will be taken.
ALL CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC DEVICES MUST BE TURNED OFF (this
means OFF, not silenced) DURING EXAMS! Any means of cheating on any exam
will result in an automatic grade of zero for that exam and possible expulsion
from the course.
QUIZZES:
Several unannounced quizzes will be given throughout the course of the
semester. These quizzes will cover material previously covered in lecture. If a
quiz is missed, either a grade of zero or “no grade” will be assigned, at the
discretion of the instructor, depending upon the reason for the absence (see
above policy). It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor
regarding the missed quiz and the reason for the absence.
ATTENDANCE:
Attendance is required and will be taken daily. Please come to each class
prepared and ON TIME. Excessive absences are grounds for instructorrequested withdrawal from the course (see pg. 57 of The Victoria College
Catalog). If you miss class, it is your responsibility to acquire the notes, etc.
from a classmate. If you know you will be late or if you must leave class early,
please inform me prior to the class if at all possible. Finally, please turn off
all cell phones/pagers, etc. during class.
OTHER COURSE POLICIES:
If a student does not complete all assigned course work and take all exams, he
may apply to the instructor for an incomplete (I) grade. If approval is received,
the student has four weeks to fulfill course requirements. Failure to do so
results in a grade change from I to F.
If a student drops the course before the end of the first 12 weeks (April 13), a
grade of W is assigned; this grade is not considered in the calculation of grade
point average. If a student drops a course after the first 12 weeks, a grade of
F or W may be given in accordance with The Victoria College policy.
Students with disabilities must be registered with Jose Sanchez or Brooke
Shoemaker in Counseling Services, Administration II building, before classroom
accommodations can be provided.
NOTE TO STUDENTS:
I have high expectations for my students and want each of you to succeed. It
is, therefore, in your best interest to come to class every day and to keep up
with the lecture topics as we cover them (i.e. read the chapter before coming to
class). We will cover a large amount of material in a relatively short period of
time. If you allow yourself to get behind, it will be very difficult to catch up to
the rest of the class. If you need help, please ASK when a
question/uncertainty arises. Do not wait until the end of the semester to get
help as it will likely be too late to make a significant impact on your grade in the
course.
Class notes are available at www.victoriacollege.edu/~kheinemann . I will do my
best to have notes available to you at least one day in advance of when the topic
is scheduled to be covered in lecture.
“Teachers open the door, but you must enter by yourself.”—Chinese proverb
BIOL 2401
Tentative Lecture Schedule Spring 2007
MWF 9-9:50
M 1/15
NO CLASS—MLK DAY
W 1/17
Syllabus/course info
F 1/19
Chapter 1
M 1/22
Finish Ch. 1
W 1/24
Chapter 2
F 1/26
Finish Chapter 2
M 1/29
Chapter 3 thru pg 74
W 1/31
Chapter 3 thru pg 89
F 2/2
Chapter 3
M 2/5
Finish Chapter 3 ; Chapter 4
W 2/7
Chapter 4
F 2/9
Chapter 4
M 2/12
Finish Chapter 4
W 2/14
Chapter 5
F 2/16
EXAM 1 (Ch. 1-4)
M 2/19
Finish Chapter 5
W 2/21
Chapter 6
F 2/23
Chapter 6
M 2/26
Finish Chapter 6
W 2/28
Chapter 7
F 3/2
Chapter 8
TR 10:50-12:05
T 1/16
Syllabus/course info; Ch. 1?
R 1/18
Chapter 1
T 1/23
Chapter 2
R 1/25
Finish Ch 2; Chapter 3
T 1/30
Chapter 3
R 2/1
Finish Ch 3; Ch 4
T 2/6
Chapter 4
R 2/8
Finish Ch. 4; Chapter 5
T 2/13
Finish Chapter 5
LYCEUM—SHORT CLASS
R 2/15
EXAM 1 (Ch. 1-4)/ Ch. 5
T 2/20
Chapter 6
R 2/22
Finish Chapter 6
T 2/27
Chapters 7 & 8
R 3/1
Finish Ch. 7 & 8 ; Chapter 9
M 3/5
Chapter 9
W 3/7
Chapter 9
F 3/9
EXAM 2 (Ch. 5-8)
M 3/12
SPRING BREAK!!
W 3/14
NO CLASSES!!
F 3/16
SPRING BREAK!!
M 3/19
W 3/21
Finish Chapter 9; Chapter 10
Chapter 10
F 3/23
Chapter 10
M 3/26
Finish Ch 10; Chapter 11
W 3/28
Chapter 12
F 3/30
Chapter 12
M 4/2
Chapter 12
W 4/4
Chapter 12
F 4/6
Chapter 13
M 4/9
Chapter 13
W 4/11
EXAM 3 (Ch. 9-12)
F 4/13
Chapter 13
M 4/16
Chapter 14
W 4/18
Chapter 14
F 4/20
Chapter 14
T 3/6
Chapter 9; Start Ch. 10
R 3/8
EXAM 2 (Ch. 5-8)
T 3/13
SPRING BREAK!!
R 3/15
NO CLASSES!!
T 3/20
Chapter 10
R 3/22
Finish Ch 10; Chapter 11
T 3/27
Chapter 12
R 3/29
Chapter 12
T 4/3
Chapter 12
LYCEUM—SHORT CLASS
R 4/5
Finish Ch. 12; Chapter 13
T 4/10
Chapter 13
R 4/12
EXAM 3 (Ch. 9-12)
T 4/17
Chapter 14
R 4/19
Chapter 14
**April 13th is the last day to drop without penalty. April 27th is the last day to
drop (grade of F or W assigned).**
M 4/23
Chapter 15
W 4/25
Chapter 15
F 4/27
Chapter 15
M 4/30
Chapter 16
W 5/2
Chapter 16
F 5/4
EXAM 4 (Ch. 13-15)
M 5/7
W 5/9
F 5/11
T 4/24
Chapter 15
R 4/26
Chapter 15
T 5/1
Chapter 16
R 5/3
EXAM 4 (Ch. 13-15)
T 5/8
FINAL EXAM 10:45-1:15
R 12/14
FINAL EXAM 8-10:30 AM
***NOTE: THIS LECTURE SCHEDULE IS INTENDED AS A GUIDELINE
ONLY. MINOR CHANGES MAY BE REQUIRED AND MADE AS NECESSARY
DURING THE COURSE OF THE SEMESTER.***
“You cannot teach a man anything; you can only help him find it within
himself.”—Galileo
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Revised 01.03.07