2015-2016 Course Syllabus for Human Anatomy & Physiology
Term 1
Human Anatomy and Physiology is a rigorous and fast-paced college preparatory course exploring the
essential principles of human anatomy and physiology, including basic biochemistry, cell and tissue studies,
and an overview of the microscopic and macroscopic form and function of all the body systems.
Objectives: This is a general overview of what the teacher will teach and what the student is expected to
master.
Textbook: Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter 1:
“Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology" (divided into 2 test grades
1. Define anatomy and physiology and explain how they are related.
2. List and describe the major characteristics of life.
3. List and describe the major requirements of organisms.
4. Define homeostasis and describe a homeostatic mechanism
5. Explain the importance of homeostatic mechanisms to the survival of humans.
6. List and describe biological levels of organization.
7. Describe the locations of the body's major cavities and the organs and membranes they contain.
8. Properly use the terms that describe relative body position, body sections and regions.
9. Name and describe the general organs, locations, and function of the human organ systems.
Chapter 2: "Chemical Basis of Life"
Review of biochemistry: atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecules, molecular and structural formulas,
chemical reactions, pH, inorganic vs. organic compounds
Chapter 3: "Cells"
1. Describe the characteristics of a composite cell, including the form and function of each organelle.
2. Describe the structure of the cell membrane and explain how substances move through it.
3. Explain how a cell divides, including the cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis.
4. Evaluate the function of a cell based on its form and structure.
Chapter 4: "Cellular Metabolism"
Review of biology concepts: anabolism, catabolism, enzymes, cellular respiration, nucleic acids and protein
synthesis.
Chapter 5: “Tissues"
1. List the four major types of human tissues and their locations.
2. Describe the structure and function of epithelial tissue.
3. Name the types of epithelium and Identify organ in which it is found.
4. Explain how glands are classified.
5. Explain the general cellular structure of connective tissue and the types, functions and locations of
different types of connective tissue.
6. Distinguish among three types of muscle tissue.
7. Describe the general characteristics and functions of nervous tissue.
Human Diseases Research and Web Test
Tests and grades
A=90-100
B=80-89
C=70-79
0=65-69
F=below 65
Grades will be weighted according to Biloxi Public Schools district policy
Tests 55%
Activities 35%
Term Test: 10%
Required Materials: 3 ring notebook with pockets, loose-leaf notebook paper (no spiral bound paper),
pencils, and pens, pack of colored pencils (at least a 24 color variety) and 6 packs of 3" x 5" index
cards (these will be kept in class, you may want to stock up on extra cards to keep in backpack to
make BONUS study cards for tests). Materials due August 20.
Tests: Students are given at least a two day notice prior to a Chapter Test grade (written on the board
and announced daily). STUDY MATERIAL DAILY!!! There is no particular day for chapter tests to
be given, since each chapter varies in length and composition. Chapters with large amounts of content
may be broken into more than one test grade. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR A TEST IF THEY
ARE IN ATTENDANCE WHEN THE TEST IS ANNOUNCED AND THEY HAVE ALL
THE TESTABLE MATERIALS. If a student is absent on the day of the test only, they must make
up the test on the day that they return to class.
Retest: The purpose of retesting is to allow students who have put forth a satisfactory effort, but
did not master the chapter content, a second chance. Students who consistently do not put forth effort
DURING class ("effort" meaning paying attention during class, demonstrating appropriate discipline,
completing assignments) will not be allowed to retest. Students may only retest on chapter tests (not
term test, daily quizzes or projects). Open book or take home tests may not be retested. Retests will
not be the same test given during class and may be a different format.
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The following requirements must be met if a student would like to be retested:
All assignments for the chapter must be completed (no zeroes in grade book for the chapter).
Complete a review assignment of the chapter content.
Attend a re-teaching session for tutoring. (must attend the scheduled session for that chapter)
Make an appointment for retest. If this appointment is missed, the retest opportunity is forfeited. (Unless a
documented absence is turned into Attendance).
Re-teaching/Retesting will take place on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 pm to coordinate with the
LATE BUS option. The day (Tuesday or Thursday) will vary and will be determined based on when the test
was given during class
Bell Ringers/Homework/Daily Assignments/Daily Quizzes/Internet Web Quests/Labs:
A quiz (vocabulary, notes section, or special content from charts) may be announced ahead of time or given as
an unannounced pop quiz, if it is based on a homework assignment (review questions or assigned reading from
textbook). The primary purpose of preview and practice class assignments and homework is to build student
understanding, proficiency, and confidence in the content. Not all classwork/homework is collected and
graded, but all student work will be reviewed for correction and comprehension.
LATE WORK IS NOT ACCEPTED. TURN IN ANY COMPLETED WORK WHEN DUE.
Laboratory work is an important component of Human A&P. Failure to follow lab safety policies will result in
removal of student from the laboratory and a "0" for that lab grade. Serious offenses will also result in
disciplinary action.
Important Dates:
Midterm progress report: September 11
Report Cards: October 19