BIOLOGY 2401
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
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Biology 2401-Anatomy and Physiology I
4 Semester Hours
Pat G. Taylor
Office 6, Classroom Building
979-830-4202
MW 4:00-5:00 p.m.
By Appointment
ptaylor@blinn.edu
www.blinn.edu/natscience/taylor/
To be used throughout the semester
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Biology 2401-Anatomy and Physiology I
Principles of structure and function of the human body. 2401 is the first course in a
2-semester sequence which examines the systems of the human body using an integrated
approach. The chemistry of life provides a foundation to investigate the major organ
systems of the body. The areas of study include structure and function of cells, histology,
the physiological and anatomical aspects of support and movement systems, and the
nervous system. Laboratory exercises are to enhance the student’s opportunity to
appreciated and understand the biological concepts of structure and function of the human
body.
Prerequisite: Biology 1406 with a grade of “C” or better or approval of the division chair
on the relevant campus. Chemistry 1407 or 1411 are recommended.
3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours per week.
Credit: 4 semester hours
CORE COURSE: This is a Core Course in the 42-Hour Core of Blinn College. As such,
students will develop proficiency in the appropriate Intellectual
Competencies, Exemplary Educational Objectives, and Perspectives.
www.blinn.edu/corecurriculum
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Form and Function
Explain the principle of complementarity of structure and function.
2. Feedback
Relate homeostasis to feedback mechanisms.
3. Terminology
Use correct anatomical terms to describe the human body.
4. Macromolecules
Explain the major molecular structures basic to life.
5. Cells
Describe the anatomy and physiology of cells.
6. Tissues
Compare the structures and functions of major tissue types.
7. Integumentary System
Explain the integumentary system histology and function, including repair, cancer, and
thermoregulation.
8. Bone
Describe the formation, anatomy, and physiology of bone and how they facilitate
movement.
9. Muscles
Explain the sequence of events during muscle contraction and properly identify human
muscles.
10. Nervous System
Describe neural physiology and components of the central and peripheral nervous
systems.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS, SUPPLIES, AND MATERIALS:
Please bring text and lab manual to class each meeting.
a. Required For Lecture: Text- Marieb and Hoehn. 8th Edition. Human Anatomy and
Physiology. Spiral, Loose-leaf, etc. for note-taking.
Marieb’s Website: www.anatomyandphysiology.com
b. Required For Lab: Lab Manual- Marieb and Mitchell. 10th Edition. Human Anatomy and
Physiology Laboratory Manual-Cat Version.
c. For CPS Capability: You need an RF Keypad and an Access Code.
The Blinn Bookstore sells a new keypad for $27.55.
You may purchase the access code at the bookstore for $18.55 OR online for $13.00.
Register online at www.einstruction.com
You have options for purchasing the access code:
Option 1: Students pay $35 to use the pad in all classes for lifetime access.
Option 2: Students pay $13 to use the pad in all classes for one term until the student
reaches the cap of $39. Note: In option 2, after 3 terms or $39 the student may use the pad
in all classes, thus the student cost is capped at $39
Please complete this process by Wednesday, January 25 and bring your keypads with
you to each class meeting.
d. Optional References:
Marieb. Anatomy and Physiology Coloring Workbook.
Solenopsis CD ($5)–Review of cytology, histology, brain dissections, kidney
dissections, etc.
Helpful Suggestions for Students:
a. The student should read the assigned chapters in the textbook and lab manual.
b. The student should attend class, be attentive, participate in class discussion, and take
appropriate notes.
c. The student should participate cooperatively with his/her lab partner or group during lab
work. He/she should learn/review proper usage of the light microscope and other lab
instruments.
d. The student should properly assemble lab equipment in order to perform experiments, make
careful observations, and gather appropriate data from the results of the lab experiments.
e. The student should demonstrate computer literacy skills with proper use of the CD which
accompanies the text and lab manual, communication with the instructor by email, and
proper use of eCampus.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
a. Following lecture, class discussion, and lab work over appropriately selected material, the
student will correctly answer at least 60% of the questions on at least 5 minor exams.
Some of these minors will be 25-point “written” minor exams. Others will be 5-point
CPS quizzes which will be accumulated for a possible 25 points. You will also take several
online quizzes through eCampus.
b. Given the appropriate materials and equipment, the student will perform various lab
experiments to the satisfaction of the instructor.
c. After completing the appropriate laboratory work, the student will correctly answer at least
60% of the questions on at least 2 lab exams/timed lab practicals.
d. Following lecture, class discussion, and class work over selected topics, the student will
correctly answer at least 60% of the questions on 2 major exams and a comprehensive
final exam.
COURSE OUTLINE AND CALENDAR:
The chapters and dates for the major exams and practicals are tentative. Any changes
will be announced in class.
PROPOSED CALENDAR-SPRING, 2012
WEEK
DATES
BIOLOGY 2401-Anatomy/Physiology I
LECTURE TOPIC
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
9
10
10
11
12
Jan. 18
Jan. 23-25
Jan. 30-Feb.1
Feb. 6-8
Feb. 13-15
Feb. 20-22
Feb. 27
Feb. 29
March 5-7
March 12-14
March 19
March 21
March 26-28
April 2
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Chemistry, Biochemistry
Chapter 2 - Biochemistry
Chapter 3-Review Cytology/Physiology
Chapter 3-Cell Physiology
Cell Physiology, Chapter 4- Histology
MAJOR EXAM #1
Histology
Chapter 5 - Integumentary System
SPRING BREAK
Chapter 6-Bone,Cartilage
LAB PRACTICAL #1
Chapter 7 - Skeletal System
MAJOR EXAM #2
12
13
April 4
April 9
April 11
April 16-18
April 23-25;
April 30-May 2
Ch.8-Arthrology; Ch.9,10-Musculature
Ch. 9,10- Musculature
LAB PRACTICAL #2
Muscle; Ch.11,12 - Nervous System
Chapter 13,14 - Nervous System
14
15-16
FINAL EXAM:
BIOLOGY 2401-02:
Fri., May 4: 1:30-3:30
OR
Tues., May 8: 1:30-3:30
LAB EXERCISE
Exercise 1,2
Videos
Organic Molecules
Exercise 3,4
Exercise 5 and Handouts
Handouts on Wet Labs
Exercise 6
Exercise 7,8
Exercise 9
Exercise 10-11
Exercise 14,15
Exercise 17,19
Exercise 19,22
CIVILITY STATEMENT: Members of the Blinn College community, which includes faculty,
staff, and students, are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all aspects of campus life.
Blinn College holds all members accountable for their actions and words. Therefore, all members
should commit themselves to behave in a manner that recognizes personal respect and
demonstrates concern for the personal dignity, right, and freedoms of every member of the
College community, including respect for College property and the physical and intellectual
property of others.
Civility Notification Statement: If a student is asked to leave the classroom because of uncivil
behavior, the student may not return to that class until he or she arranges a conference with the
instructor: it is the student’s responsibility to arrange for this conference.
ASSIGNMENTS:
a. Reading and Study Assignments: Your ongoing assignment and homework for the entire
semester is to read and study the chapters listed above prior to class discussion. You then
should read, study, comprehend, and learn the information in your class notes. It is very
important for you to take comprehensive notes during lecture and to learn the
information in these notes before you return to class.
Notice the prerequisites for this class is Biology 1406. Chemistry is recommended.
It is, therefore, assumed that you are familiar with the microscope and cytology.
There will be only a review and guide sheet for part of Chapter 3; however, you are
expected to know this information from the prerequisite course.
b. Lab Assignment: Laboratory work, including slides, dissection, and exercises in the lab
manual will be assigned during class and much of the work will be done during lab time.
However, any slide or dissection work that you do not complete during the lab period or
any review time which you may require will be done on your own time. Laboratory
experiments will generally be done in groups of 2 or more students. These "wet" labs
will involve assembling equipment, making careful observations, recording data, and
drawing conclusions about the results. It is very important to be present when
experiments are performed. To make up these "wet" labs is often not possible.
c. Optional Assignment:
You may earn up to 5 extra points on the 1st major exam and the 1st lab practical by
selecting a topic which was covered on that particular test. Locate an appropriate
article dealing with that topic and summarize the article in your own words. Remember to
include a work cited. The article must come from a recent scientific journal which was
published within the past 2 years. The summary and a copy of the original article must be
submitted to the instructor no more than 2 weeks following my return of the graded
exam to you. You may earn from 0 to 5 points based upon the substance of the article,
your written summary, and your oral discussion of the article with me. You must receive
my approval on the particular article you select because each student is expected to
locate a different article.
THIS IS AN OPTIONAL ASSIGNMENT.
ASSESSMENT FOR DETERMINATION OF FINAL GRADE IN COURSE:
Lecture:
a. Two major exams. Each will cover several chapters and will be a
combination of objective and subjective questions.
b. An additional lecture grade is from a series of minor exams. You will be given at least 5
minor exams. Some of these minors will be 25-point “written” minor exams. Others will
be 5-point CPS quizzes which will be accumulated for a possible 25 points.
If you take all of the minors, you may drop the lowest 25-point minor exam grade. Your
remaining minors will be averaged for another major grade in lecture.
c. You will take several online quizzes through eCampus.
Lab:
. Two lab practicals. These will cover lab experiments, slides, and the skeletal system.
FINAL GRADE CALCULATION:
Lecture Average = 55% (17.5% for each major exam, 15% for minors, 5%
for online quizzes)
Lab Average = 30%
Final Exam
= 15%
Attendance PolicyThe College District believes that class attendance is essential for student success;
therefore, students are required to promptly and regularly attend all their classes. Each
class meeting builds the foundation for subsequent class meetings. Without full
participation and regular class attendance, students shall find themselves at a severe
disadvantage for achieving success in college. Class participation shall constitute at least
ten percent of the final course grade. It is the responsibility of each faculty member, in
consultation with the division chair, to determine how participation is achieved in his or
her class. Faculty will require students to regularly attend class and will keep a
record of attendance from the first day of class and/or the first day the student’s
name appears on the roster through final examinations. If a student has one week’s
worth of unexcused absences during the semester, he/she will be sent an e-mail by
the College requiring the student to contact his/her instructor and schedule a
conference immediately to discuss his/her attendance issues. Should the student
accumulates two weeks worth of unexcused absences, he/she will be administratively
withdrawn from class.
MW Class – 2 classes missed = 1 week of absences = 1st email notification
4 classes missed = 2 weeks of absences = 2nd email notification and
Administrative Drop
Class attendance using the RF Keypads, minors, majors, practicals, and quizzes are used
to calculate your grade. When absent, it is your responsibility to get the lecture notes and
assignments and perform any lab work that you missed.
It is the student’s responsibility to officially drop a class he/she is no longer
attending. To officially drop a class the student must obtain the class withdrawal form
from the Admissions Office, complete the withdrawal form, secure the required signatures,
and return the completed form to the Admissions Office. Students are not assessed
absences when representing Blinn College. Class days missed due to inclement weather
will be made up as appropriate. A student on scholastic or disciplinary probation should not
have any unexcused absences.
Tardy Policy- Class begins when the instructor closes the door to the lab. You are
expected to be in your seats at that time.
Make-Up Policy- Major Exams and Lab Practicals-Only in the case of extremely
extenuating circumstances which can be validated to the instructor's satisfaction or due to a
Blinn-sponsored activity will a make-up exam be given. This will generally be a
comprehensive exam given the week prior to final exams.
Minor Exams-There are no make-ups on minor exams.
Academic Dishonesty Policy - The consequences for academic dishonesty will be
followed according to college policy as stated in the Blinn College Student Handbook and
the Bulletin.
Disability Resources Services: Blinn College is dedicated to providing the least restrictive
learning environment for all students. Support services for students with documented
disabilities are provided on an individual basis, upon request. Requests for services should be
made directly to the Office of Disability Services serving the campus of your choice. For the
Bryan campus, the Office of Disability Services (Administration Building) can be reached at
(979)209-7251. The Brenham, Sealy and Schulenburg campuses are served by the Office of
Disability Services on the Brenham campus (New Administration Building Room 104) and
can
be reached at (979)830-4157. Additional information can be found at
www.blinn.edu/disability.
Additional Policies(1) Electronic Device Policy:
All the functions of all personal electronic devices designed
for communication and/or entertainment (cell phones, pagers, beepers, iPods, and
similar devices) must be turned off and kept out of sight in all Blinn College
classrooms and associated laboratories. Any noncompliance with this policy will be
addressed in accordance with the Blinn College civility policy. Any student violating
this policy shall be subject to discipline, including suspension.
(2) No food or drinks are permitted in lab.
(3) MSDS Sheets-Material Safety Data Sheets are in C7. Online go to www.fishersci.ca/
Click on “Services” and then Material Safety Data Sheets.
(4) Open Lab – C7- Please log-in and use this lab for make-up lab work and computer
usage.
SUPPORT FOR LEARNERS:
Class outlines posted online
Study suggestions for exams/practicals will be posted on the homepage and eCampus.
Departmental Web based tutorials (http://www.blinn.edu/natscience/Tutorials.html)
Solenopsis CD
Open Science Lab (Room C-7, Classroom Building)
Classroom Performance System (CPS) (www.einstruction.com)
eCampus
Contact instructor via phone or email or during office hours
Semester Goals for Students:
a. The student will properly use descriptive anatomical and physiological terminology in
written and spoken language.
b. The student will demonstrate improved laboratory skills in microscopy, dissection, and
experimentation.
c. The student will explain and utilize the scientific method and the scientific approach to
problem-solving.
d. The student will explain the concept of homeostasis and will list examples of homeostatic
mechanisms in the body.
e. The student will explain basic principles of chemistry as they apply to cell physiology.
f. The student will describe the components of human cells, how they function, and how they
divide.
g. The student will recognize, identify, describe, and locate the tissues of the body.
h. The student will identify and describe major anatomical components of the integumentary
system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.
i. The student will explain and analyze the functional roles of the integumentary system,
skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.
j. The student will demonstrate a better understanding of detailed structure and function of the
body and its relevancy to health and homeostasis.