VICTOR VALLEY COLLEGE SYLLABUS
Winter 2016
Course No.: Biology 231
Section No.: 56701
Room No.: 31-1
Course Title: Human Physiology
Units: 5.0
Class Hours: 9:30 am – 4:10 pm
Days: M - Th
Instructor Name: Dr. Harvey, PhD Office No.: 6
Victor Valley College
18422 Bear Valley Road
Victorville, CA 92392
Phone: (760) 245-4271, X 2658
e-mail: lisa.harvey@vvc.edu
Visit Victor Valley College online at www.vvc.edu
Winter Term Begins
Holiday (college closed)
January 4
January 18
STATEMENT OF ACCESS: Students with special needs are encouraged to meet with
instructors to discuss the opportunity for academic accommodation and referral to
Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) and services per Administrative
Procedure (AP 3440)
Visit Victor Valley College online at www.vvc.edu
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Course Description
This course is an introduction to general physiology with emphasis on the homeostatic
mechanisms of the human body. The topics to be covered are biochemical aspects of cell
function, integrated control of organ systems and homeostasis. The laboratory will
include demonstrations and experiments to support basic physiological concepts.
Included are experiments selected specifically for instruction in interpretation of
physiological test and diagnostic testing procedures.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. Design and apply the scientific method by stating a question; researching the
topic; determining appropriate tests, performing tests; collecting, analyzing and
presenting data; and finally proposing new questions about the topic
2. Apply basic concepts of chemistry and physics to explain physiological functions
on a cellular, tissue and organ level within the various organ systems of the
human body.
3. Critically evaluate and synthesize the different homeostatic control mechanisms
utilized in the many physiological processes within the human body.
Prerequisites
College chemistry (Chemistry 100 or 201), college biology (Biology 201, 202, 100, or
107), college anatomy (Biology 221), all completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Textbook(s)
Text: Human Anatomy & Physiology, Marieb, 11th ed., 2014.
Lab: Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Marieb, 11th ed.
Attendance
Attendance is required and is the responsibility of the student. If you do not attend the
first class session the instructor will drop you. If you do not plan to continue to attend
class you must drop the course to avoid receiving an “F” grade. PLEASE NOTE: Each
class session is very important. After missing the equivalent to one lecture and one lab,
dismissal from the class will result. This is a very fast pace class and it is highly
recommended that you do not miss a class.
(Class attendance is not a measure of performance or proficiency. Whether a student is
just physically present in the class is not a valid basis for grading. Reference Title 5
Section 55002 of the California Code of Regulations: (A) Grading Policy. The course
provides for measurement of student performance in terms of stated course objectives
and culminates in a formal, permanently recorded grade based upon uniform standards in
accordance with section 55758 of this Division. The grade is based on demonstrated
proficiency in the subject matter and the ability to demonstrate that proficiency, at least in
part, by means of written expression that may include essays, or, in courses where the
curriculum committee deems them to be appropriate, by problem solving exercises or
skills demonstrations by students.)
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Withdrawal Policy
It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdrawal from this class. DO NOT simply
stop coming to class and expect the professor to drop you. Not withdrawing from class
may result in an “F” grade for the class. If you take a “W” for the course, no assignments
are carried into the next semester. You must repeat the class
Incomplete
If a student has completed most of the course (75% or more) with a “C” or better average,
but is unable to complete the remainder of the semester due to extenuating circumstances
(see student handbook), they may elect to take an incomplete (INC) for the course. You
are allowed to make up all missing assignments. An incomplete does NOT allow you to
repeat completed assignments. All missed assignments and exams must be completed by
the following semester or the grade will revert back to the one they would have earned at
the end of this semester. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate the request for an
incomplete. This must be completed in writing on a special school form and signed by
both the instructor and the student before the end of the semester.
Final Grade
Your final grade is based on the sum of your scores. You may determine your grade at
any time during the course by totaling the points you have accumulated and dividing that
total by the number of total points possible. There will be 3 lecture exams worth 150
points each and one final exam also worth 150 points. Each lecture exam will include
multiple choice and essay questions. Lecture quizzes will not be announced. In addition
to lecture exams and quizzes, laboratory quizzes will be given at any time during lab. No
exams or quizzes will be dropped.
There will be iclicker questions presented throughout the lecture period. The student is
responsible for bringing an iclicker to class each class session. These questions will not
be included in the total grade. An iclicker must be purchased by the January 8, 2015. It
is the student’s responsibility to bring the iclicker to class and to make sure the batteries
are charged.
Case studies will be done in class and as homework. Any assignment sent home must be
typed, handwritten assignments will NOT be accepted.
A total of 28 laboratory points will be given to each student for participation during lab.
You will lose 2 lab points for each lab you do not attend or leave early, no matter the
reason.
A power point presentation worth fifty (52) points will be required towards the end of the
semester. You must turn in the power points at the beginning of the lecture session, no
exceptions, on the date it is due.
Make-up exams will ONLY be given on Feb 5, 2016 beginning at 9:35 am in room 31-1.
There are no exceptions. This is a Friday so make sure this date is open on your
calendar. There is no make-up for the final exam. Missed quizzes cannot be made up.
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In order to qualify for a make-up exam, students must inform the instructor prior to exam
time they will not be present for the exam. The absence must be one approved by Victor
Valley College in order to apply for a make-up exam.
All grades will be posted on the internet and I will send you e-mail with your password
and ID number. You can access your grades at www.eclassinfo.com. If you have any
questions about your grade you must inform the instructor within five days of the
grade posting. There will be no change in grades after the five days. This includes
the final grade. So make sure you check your grades frequently to make sure
everything is all right.
REEF Polling by i>clicker
I will be using REEF Polling by i>clicker in class this term. REEF Polling helps me to
understand what you know, gives everyone a change to participate in class, and allows
you to review the material after class.
You will need to create a REEF Polling account to vote in class using your laptop, smart
phone, or tablet connected to the university’s Wi-Fi. [You may also use your i>clicker
remote in combination with your REEF Polling account.]
Creating Your REEF Polling Account
Go to http://reef-education.com or download the REEF Polling app for iPhone/iPad to
sign up for a REEF Polling account. You should use your VVC email address and your
student ID in the Student ID field. If you need to change your email address, password, or
student ID, edit your account profile. Do not create and use more than one REEF Polling
account as you will only receive credit from a single account.
Unless you will exclusively be using an i>clicker remote, you will need to purchase a
subscription to use REEF Polling. You can use a credit card to purchase online, in-app
purchase, or buy an access code from the bookstore. Creating a REEF Polling account
automatically starts a free 14-day trial subscription.
Add a Clicker to Your REEF Polling Account
If you want to use your i>clicker + or i>clicker 2 remote, you must register it with your
REEF account. Register your clicker by logging into REEF Polling, navigate to your
profile, and then enter your 8-character clicker ID. You may use either your smart device
or registered clicker to vote in classroom polls throughout the term and will be able to
review your session history no matter which device you use.
Add This Course to Your REEF Polling Account
Search with the following information to find this course and add it to your REEF Polling
account:
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Institution: Victor Valley College
Course: Biol 231_Winter2016_56701
Cheating
I consider submitting votes for a fellow student to be cheating and a violation of the
College Honor Code. If you are caught voting for another student or have votes in a class
that you did not attend, you will forfeit all REEF Polling point and may face additional
disciplinary action.
Podcasts and Recordings:
All classroom lectures will be recorded for posterity. All notes along with new class
casts are located at http://www.bloodhoundsincorporated.com
The percentage scale is as follows (No exceptions):
90 – 100% = A
80 – 89.9% = B
70 – 79.9% = C
60 – 69.9% = D
59.9 and below = F
Classroom Policies:
Etiquette and Ethics
Although extenuating circumstances occur and you must be late to class, do your best to
arrive to class on time. If for some reason you cannot arrive at the assigned time, then
please enter the classroom quietly and have consideration for other students and the
instructor. Because we are also in an intimate classroom setting any extraneous talking is
not appreciated during lecture because it is very distracting to your fellow students and
even the instructor.
Please read the college policy on cheating and plagiarism. Academic dishonesty in any
form will not be tolerated, and may result in failure of an exam/assignment, failure of the
course or expulsion from the college. If you have any questions regarding dishonesty or
are in anyway unclear about the meaning of the college policy, please see me
immediately. If Academic Dishonesty is observed in the classroom, the assignment will
be given a grade of “F” and the student will be expelled from the class for two days.
Children
It is the policy of Victor Valley College that children NOT attend class with their parents
nor be left unattended on campus while parents attend class. If you qualify, there is a
day-care center on campus, if not, please make arrangements for a babysitter.
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No food or drinks
It is school policy that NO food or drinks be allowed in the classroom. Please do not use
the small sinks and drawers at the desk as trash receptacles. It is also important to leave
all open foodstuffs outside of the classroom, we have a tendency to collect a large herd of
ants after awhile. It is not pleasant having them crawl up your pant leg!!!
PLEASE NOTE: It is the responsibility of every person at each table to make sure the
tabletop is clean after the class session is over. It is also the responsibility of every
person at the table to check the sink and drawers to make sure there is not trash in either.
After a laboratory procedure it is also the responsibility of everyone at the table to make
sure the floors are swept and mopped. If you do not make sure your table and the area
around your table is clean there will be a 10-point deduction from every person sitting at
that table after any or all class sessions.
Lecture Schedule
A tentative lecture schedule with approximate dates for lecture topics and examinations is
included in this syllabus. Materials may be covered at a faster or slower pace, depending
upon the circumstances. It is the responsibility of the student to note any and all changes.
The chapters indicated for exams should be read prior to the day of the exam
Recordings:
All classroom lectures may be recorded for posterity.
Exams
PLEASE TAKE CAREFUL NOTE: During an exam there will be no leaving the
classroom for any reason, except with a written Doctor’s excuse. If you leave the
classroom your exam is over.
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Tentative Lecture Schedule
Date
Lecture Topics
Chapter
Jan 4
The Human Body: Orientation
Chemistry Comes Alive
Cells: The Living Unit
Metabolism
1 (2-12)
2 (All)
3 (All)
24 (955-970)
Jan 12
Exam 1
Jan 12
Fundamentals of the Nervous System
Special Senses
General Adaptation Syndrome
Endocrinology
Jan 25
Exam 2
Jan 25
Muscle and Muscle Tissue
Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular System
Respiratory System
Feb 2
Exam 3
Feb 2
Digestive System
Urinary System
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance
Reproductive System
Feb 11
Final Exam
11 (All)
15 (All)
Notes
16 (All)
9 (All)
18 (All)
19 (All)
22 (All)
23 (All)
25 (All)
26
27 (All)
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Tentative Lab Schedule
Date
Topic
Chapter
Jan 4
Jan 5
Jan 6
Stoichiometry
Stoichiometry
Enzyme Lab
The Cell- Transport Mechanisms
Handout
Handout
Handout
Jan 7
Jan 11
Jan 12
Jan 13
Jan 14
Jan 18
Jan 19
Jan 20
5A
Diffusion of Dye Through Agar
Diffusion of Dye Through Water
Diffusion Through Nonliving Membrane
Video
Exam 1/No Lab
General Sensation
Plotting Relative Density
Two Point Threshold
Tactile Localization
Adaptation to Touch
Temperature Receptors
Referred Pain
Stretch Reflexes
Cross-Extensor Reflex
Plantar and Babinski Reflex
Pupillary reflex
Ciliospinal reflex
Video - Stress
Holiday/No Class
Special Senses: Olfaction and Taste
Stimulating Taste Buds
Plotting Taste Bud Distribution
Examining Combined Effects of Smell,
Texture
And Temperature on Taste
Olfactory Adaptation
Special Senses: Vision
Blind Spot
Afterimages
23
22
26
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Near Point Accommodation
Visual Acuity
Astigmatism
Color Blindness Test (Ishihara Test)
Mapping the Rods and Cones
Binocular Vision
Jan 21
Reflex activity of the eye muscles
Optics of Vision (ophthalmoscope)
Special Senses: Hearing
Otoscope
24
Acuity Test
Sound Localization
Frequency Range
Weber Test
Rinne Test
Audiometer
Jan 25
Jan 26
Jan 27
Equilibrium Testing
Exam/No Lab
Blood
Blood Typing- ABO and Rh Groups
Determining Hematocrit
Determining Hemoglobin
Human Cardiovascular Function
Auscultation of Heart Sounds
Palpating Pulse Points
Apical Pulse
25
29
Using a Sphygmomanometer
Estimating Venous Pressure
Effect of Various Factors on Blood Pressure
Effect of Local Chemical and Physical
Factors on Skin Color
Jan 28
Case Study
Feb 1
Feb 2
Feb 3
Galvanic Skin Response
Exam 3/No Lab
Glucose Testing
Handout
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Renal Physiology
Kidney Regulation of Osmolarity
Presentations
Feb 9
Presentations
Feb 10
Presentations
Feb 11
Final Exam/No Lab
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PATHOLOGICAL REPORTS
1.
Your presentation should be no longer than 30 minutes and no shorter than 25
minutes, with a 2-minute question and answer session.
2.
Your presentation will be created on power point. The power point presentation will
include all of the following:
a.
Physiological basis for this disease: Talk about the healthy state of
the body. For instance, if you are talking about cirrhosis of the liver
explain how the liver works when it is healthy. If you are talking
about tuberculosis then explain how the lungs function when they are
healthy. Just because we already discussed this in lecture you are to
assume no student has ever heard it before. This should include
approximately 5 minutes of your presentation. Caution: Most
students leave this part completely out of their report. I
wouldn’t do that if I were you.
b.
Etiology (Epidemiology): What are the causes and origins of this
disease? Is there any important historical significance to this disease?
Where does this disease usually start? Is there a particular season for
this disease? Is this disease communicable? How is the disease
transmitted?
c.
Pathology: How does this disease alter the physiology of the body?
What happens to the body as it passes from the healthy to the
unhealthy state? How does this disease multiply and grow? What will
the body do to attempt to bring itself back to homeostasis? Be very
detailed. Include any and all physiological mechanisms that may
breakdown because of this disease.
d.
Signs and Symptoms: Make sure when you talk about this section
you are explaining why the patient has these signs and symptoms. It
may be beneficial to put Symptoms and Pathology together. Do NOT
just list these and read them off!
e.
Prognosis and Treatment: If there is more than one type of
treatment, then choose only one or two that are used most often.
Explain why this type of treatment is used for this particular problem.
Will the person survive? What will their quality of life be like? How
does this treatment actually work? Again specify the mechanisms of
this treatment and how it affects the pathology of the disease and the
physiology of the body?
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3.
You will be required to have a Bibliography included on your power point. Your
Bibliography must contain no less then 5 references and 3 of these five must be from
journal articles. Do not limit yourself to the Merck Manual and Taber’s Medical
Encyclopedia. You may reference the internet, but the sources must be legitimate.
For example, emedicine.com, nih.gov, cdc.gov. You may not use anyone’s personal
web site, except to obtain pictures.
4.
When presenting you may NOT use reference materials such as 3 x 5. You are
expected to memorize your information and present it in an appropriate fashion to the
class. Your power point slides should be used as 3X5 cards. But beware, if you pack
your slide with too much information you will be counted down. Each slide should
have just a little information for the audience and you supply the rest from your
knowledge. The idea is to know your stuff and give an interesting presentation.
5.
Your Powerpoint need to be emailed to be and are due on Feb. 8, 2016. Each group
should be ready to present on Feb 8, 2016. I will randomly choose 2 or more groups
to present each scheduled lab session. Each of the 5 sections is worth 10 points and
the bibliography is worth 2 points for a total of 52 points.
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PATHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
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Progeria
Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome
Systemic Lupus Erythmatosus
Scleroderma (progressive systemic sclerosis)
Leukemia
Oligodendroglioma
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
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Hemophilia A
Hydrops Fetalis
Decompression Sickness
Elephantiasis
Cirrhosis
Rickets
Mumps
Influenza
Rubeola
Smallpox
Herpes Simplex II
Scarlet Fever
Impetigo
Systemic Lupus
Urinary Tract Infection (secondary to E. Coli)
Shigellosis
Typhoid Fever
Diptheria
Pertusis
Cholera
Botulism
Anthrax
Cat Scratch Fever
Anorexia
Bulemia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Hodgkin’s Disease
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Toxoplasmosis
Rubella
Cytomegalovirus
Marfan Syndrome
Cystic Fibrosis
Phenylkeotnuria
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Human Physiology
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Q Fever
Glomerulonephritis
Gastritis
Tuberculosis
Crohn Disease
Adult Polycycstic Kidney Disease
Cryptorchidism
Graves Disease
Addison Disease
Cushing Syndrome
Diabetes Mellitus
Kyphosis
Osteomyelitis
Gout
Lou Gehrig’s Disease (Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis)
Fibromyalgia
Anencephaly
Spina Bifida
Rabies
Tay Sach’s
Or any other disease you are interested in presenting
Winter 2016