Richland Community College Syllabus- BIOL. 201- Dr. G. Gurley
RICHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYLLABUS
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES DIVISION
BIOLOGY 201 SECTIONS 01, 02 & 03
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1
FALL 2009
THE ATTRIBUTES OF A SUCCESSFUL ATHLETE ARE SIMILAR TO
THOSE OF A SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
GOAL Oriented
FOCUSED
Committed
HARD WORKING
ENDURES THE PAIN
Anticipates THE GAIN
(Dr. G. Gurley)
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FALL 2009
COURSE INFORMATION:
Meeting Days & Times:
Meeting Days & Times:
SECT.
01 & 02
01
02
03
03
Any
Any
Any
Any
ACTIVITY
Lecture
Lab
Lab
Lecture
Lab
Office
Office
Office
Office
DAY/S
Tues & Thurs
Mon
Wed
Mon & Wed
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
TIME
9:00 – 10:15 AM
9:00-10:50 AM
9:00-10:50 AM
12:00 – 1:15 PM
11:30 – 1:20 PM
2:00 – 3:00 PM
1:30 – 2:30 PM
11:00 – 12:30 PM
1:30 – 3:00 PM
ROOM FINAL EXAM DAY & TIME
W 126 Mon. Dec 14, (8 – 9:50 a.m.)
E 178
E 178
E 178
Wed. Dec. 9, (12 – 1:50 p.m.)
E 178
S129
S129
S129
S129
Brief description:
Biol. 201 offers a general introduction to the human body but concentrates on
the study of tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, nervous, and muscular
systems.
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Biology 101 with a grade of “C” or better
Credit:
4 semester hours
Cumulative Final Exam: (Dates given above)
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:
Instructor:
Gordon Gurley PhD
Division:
Mathematics and Sciences Division
Office:
S129
Campus Office Hours:
given above
E-mail:
ggurley@richland.edu : ghgurley@gmail.com
Website:
http://people.richland.edu/ggurley/
Office Phone:
217-875-7211 EX. 398
ONLINE COMMUNICATION:
Email: It’s important to activate your richland.edu email account and check it regularly. It will be my main
method of reaching everyone outside of class times. The recent introduction of ANGEL also allows me to
email you from that source, in which case messages will show both within ANGEL and your regular
Richland account. (More about Angel below)
Website: My webpage contains important information including—links to very helpful Anatomy &
Physiology sites, study guides and chapter overviews, an online copy of the syllabus, a personalized score
calculator which you can use to monitor your progress at any time and the potential for new added items
from time to time.
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ANGEL: Your Richland User I.D. and password will allow you to log on to ANGEL—an online academic
facility that replaced WebCT. There you can locate your current Biol. 201 course to gain access to material
I may post from time to time. Such material may include: Handouts, online assignments, notes, quizzes,
Syllabus and other course enhancing web links.
NOTE: I have the right to change any material on the syllabus, in the class or the grading system to
fit the class’ needs.
TEXT:
Lecture text: Tortora & Derrickson. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 12th edition.
Lab manual: Marieb. Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, cat version, 9th edition with
CD ROM.
RECOMMENDED MATERIALS:
Van de Graaff, Crawley: A photographic Atlas for the Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
Krieger: A visual analogy guide to human anatomy
Krieger: A visual analogy guide to human physiology
Tortora, Grabowski. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology Learning Guide
Tabers: Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary
Shirley A. Jones: Pocket Anatomy & Physiology (This is a carry-around pocket binder packed with
illustrative well labeled figures plus notes. If you want something to glance at during your little breaks
at work or even while taking a walk, this is a very handy item to have.) If this specific item is
unavailable at the Richland book store, there are other similar items; just ask the attendant and you
will be shown what is available.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Human Anatomy and Physiology is designed to introduce you to the basic concepts of anatomy/physiology.
In human biology, structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) form an integral pair and thus are studied
together. This is not a nursing or allied health course. It is a basic science course. Consequently,
pathological anatomy/physiology is not a dominant theme. Before pathological situations can be
understood, the normal situation must be understood--and that is the emphasis of this course. Physiology
cannot be understood without some understanding of Chemistry; therefore some chemistry is included in
the course. Since Biol. 201 is a science course, one of the objectives is to learn and spell the vocabulary of
anatomy and physiology. Correct usage and spelling of terminologies, names of body parts etc. is expected
on all exams, quizzes, and worksheets. Another important objective of this course is to develop critical
thinking skills.
COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES:
1. Be able to incorporate knowledge from Biology 101 to understand the function and structure of the
human body.
2. Interpret and evaluate medical procedures based upon principles of anatomy and physiology.
3. Be able to arrange the levels of organization in the human body from its chemical components to its
complex systems.
4. Locate and identify anatomical structures on slides, models, and charts.
5. Analyze interconnections and homeostasis among the body systems discussed.
6. Seek an appreciation of the anatomical and physiological processes of the human body.
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7. Demonstrate good study habits by arriving early for class, being prepared for class, and participating in
class activities. Verbal responses to my questioning during lectures (even the attempt, whether correct
or not) are noticed and highly encouraged.
8. Read the day’s material before class and lab to obtain a better understanding of the focus of that day’s
activities.
9. Consistently build your vocabulary of biological terminologies and definitions.
10. Understand that this class is a basic science course and does not focus on pathological effects on the
human body.
11. Utilize college resources including the Biology/Chemistry Tutoring center located in S117. The library
also has a few selected models and equipment (e.g. Microscopes) available to A&P students.
12. Develop skills in team work and group study
13. Utilize the world-wide web as a tremendous source for information related to this course, however
being able to distinguish between authentic and “garbage” sources
14. Develop a positive attitude towards study and learning--cooperate with me as we join forces to ensure
that you achieve the best grade you can for this course
15. And while you are at it, really have fun. YES! SCIENCE IS FUN.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. You are expected to be able to take the material and be able to critically think and apply the knowledge
gained from this course, NOT JUST MEMORIZE your notes. My exams will challenge your
understanding of the material not how well you have memorized (without understanding) your notes
and or text books.
2. Complete responsibility for text and lecture material.
There will be a NOTES folder in ANGEL; you are required to check this often. From time to
time I will upload added notes and helpful tips relating to the lectures. I will send messages via
email when new information is added. I would accept NO excuse for a student’s unawareness
of the uploaded material and questions based on such material will show up on quizzes and
exams.
3. Complete responsibility for test and quiz material, assignments & all assigned laboratory exercises.
4. Complete responsibility for attending classes and reading the appropriate chapters in the text and lab
manual prior to class.)
5. Lab worksheets must be collated and stapled according to exercises prior to handing into the instructor
or the one given the responsibility to collect and record them. Lab sheets are due at the beginning of
class.
6. Late lab worksheets submission would not be tolerated. However a 25% in score reduction would result
if lab assignment is one day late. Assignment any time after one day past due date would not be
accepted—absolutely not. PLEASE DON’T EVEN ATTEMPT TO FORCE AN ACEPTANCE EVEN
WITH WHAT YOU WOULD CONSIDER A GOOD EXCUSE. If you are not able to attend class on
the day labs are due, make arrangement to have it turned in by one of your class mates. In that case it
will be recorded as being turned in by that student on your behalf.
7. All cell phones and pagers are to be turned off. In case of an emergency, family can call the
switchboard at 875-7200.
8. Any form of class disruption is totally prohibited. Asking of questions in relation the subject
matter is not considered disruption and further more is encouraged. The ‘rising of the hand’
method as an indication of a desire to ask a question is preferred.
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NOTE: CHRONIC TARDINESS AND OR ABSENCES CAN RESULT IN GRADE REDUCTION OR
TOTAL FLUNKING OF THE COURSE.
ALWAYS KEEP A BACKUP COPY OF ALL SUBMITTED ASSIGNMENTS, REPORTS
WORKSHEETS ETC. WHETHER HARD COPY OR ELECTRONIC.
MAIN TYPE OF INSTRUCTION:
Lecture:
Lecture is designed to introduce you to the information covered during the course. New concepts and
vocabulary will be introduced via traditional lecture, PowerPoint, filmstrips, handouts, and slides. You will
be given a handout listing material from general biology 101 that you are required to know for this class.
You will have periodic quizzes on this material. You have permission to audio tape lecture for your use
only.
Lecture Notes:
You are required to take lecture notes. Since most exam material comes from lecture notes, note taking is
particularly important. You are required to review and study lecture material between lectures. To be an
active learner, you need to be taking notes during class time. Students sometimes have copies of lecture
notes from prior semesters. If you are simply reading the old notes as lecture is given, you are a passive
learner and consequently, missing a learning opportunity. If you are using them to answer questions during
lecture, you are not thinking about the answer and thus again, missing a learning opportunity. Old notes
should be used as a study resource at home. They are NOT to be used during class lectures.
As mentioned previously, sometimes upon discretion, I will make portions of my notes available before
hand—most often in the form of fill-in-the-blanks. Please note! This is not obligatory on my part; it is a
privilege. Therefore student should not look forward to receiving notes or demanding the same in an
attempt to avoid taking notes in class. Be satisfied with the times when I deem it prudent to extend such a
privilege.
Text:
You are required to read the text as material is covered in lecture. You are required to pre-read laboratory
assignments. You will have specific reading assignments in the text during the semester. You will be
responsible for this material on quizzes and exams.
Study Aids:
There are Interactive CDs for each unit from the textbook publisher in the Student Learning Center (SLC)
located in S117, which are available for your use. The Interactive software is also available in the open
computer lab located in C239 and there are headphones available for your use. The open computer lab is
open Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00
p.m., and Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (These times are subject to change, so ascertain about most
current times) There is also a learning guide, atlas and other materials on reserve in the LRC for your use.
The Student Learning Center will have faculty tutors available 15-20 hours a week. There are models
available in the Student Learning Center to aid in studying of lab practicals and the Student Learning
Center is open Monday- Thursday 9 am- 8 pm and Friday 9 am- 3 pm.
Laboratory:
Laboratory is designed to let you actually work with some of the concepts discussed during lecture. It
should reinforce what you learn in lecture. During laboratory: you will carry out experiments or exercises,
observe demonstrations, view filmstrips and slides, and complete work sheets. It will allow you time to
work with tissue slides, bones, and other models.
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NOTE: SOMETIMES IT WOULD BE NECESSARY FOR SOME LECTURE MATERIAL TO BE
EXTENDED INTO LABS; ESPECIALLY PORTIONS OF THE LECTURE THAT DIRECTLY
RELATES TO CERTAIN LAB ACTIVITIES.
SAFETY IN THE LABORATORY:
Dissection specimens contain phenol, ethylene glycol and ethanol. Gloves must be worn if handling
dissection specimens. None of these chemicals will harm your clothes. If you are pregnant, obtain a
pregnancy form from me and check with your doctor about exposure to these preservatives. Eating and or
drinking in the lab are prohibited. Make sure to read and sign the laboratory safety guidelines that I hand
out in the beginning of lab.
COURSE DATES: subject to change
WEEK
DATES
1
Aug., 17 - 20
2
Aug., 24 - 27
FP wk. 3
Aug., 31- Sept., 3
4
Sept.,7 - 10
5
Sept., 14 - 17
6
Sept., 21 - 24
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Sept., 28 – Oct., 1
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Oct., 5 – 8
9
Oct., 12 - 15
10
Oct., 19 - 22
11
Oct., 26 - 29
12
Nov., 2 - 5
13
Nov., 9 – 12 [11th ]
14
Nov., 16 - 19
15
Nov., 23 – 26
16
Nov., 30 – Dec., 3
17
Dec., 7 – 10 [finals]
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Dec.,14 – 17 fin/close
MATERIAL TO COVER/EXAMS
Syllabus, chapter 1(INTRO TO THE HUMAN BODY)
chapter 4 (THE TISSUE LEVEL OF ORGANIZATION)
chapter 5 (THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM)
Lecture exam 1 over chapters 1, 4 & 5 & 101 terms
chapter 6 (BONE TISSUE/SKELETON) handout for chapter 9 (JOINTS)
chapters 7 (AXIAL SKELETON) & 8 (APPENDICULAR SKELETON)
Lecture exam 2 over chapters 6-9, begin chapter 12
chapter 12 (NERVOUS TISSUE)
Lecture exam 3 over chapter 12; Begin chap. 13 (SPINAL CORD)
chapters 13 (SP) and 14 (BRAIN & CRANIAL NERVES)
chapter 14
chapter 15 (AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM)
Lecture exam 4 over chapters 13-15 and begin chapter 16
chapters 16 (INTEGRATIVE SYSTEM—sensory, motor) and 10
chapter 10 (MUSCULAR TISSUE)
Lecture exam 5 over chapters 16 & 10
Cumulative Final Exam including chap11 (MUSCULAR SYS. H/Out)
Cumulative Final Exam including chap11 (MUSCULAR SYS. H/Out)
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LAB DATES: subject to change:
WEEK
DATES
1
2
Aug., 17 - 20
Aug., 24 - 27
Aug., 31- Sept., 3
Sept.,7 - 10
Sept., 14 - 17
Sept., 21 - 24
Sept., 28 – Oct., 1
Oct., 5 – 8
Oct., 12 - 15
Oct., 19 - 22
Oct., 26 - 29
Nov., 2 - 5
Nov., 9 – 12 [11th ]
Nov., 16 - 19
Nov., 23 – 26
Nov., 30 – Dec., 3
Dec., 7 – 10 [finals]
Dec.,14 – 17
fin/close
FP wk. 3
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5
6
7
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10
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12
13
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15
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17
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MATERIAL TO COVER/EXAMS
Anatomical terminology, use of microscope, and tissues
Tissues
Tissues and integumentary system
Tissues and integumentary system
Lab Practical 1 and introduction to the skeletal system
axial skeletal system
Axial; age, gender, ancestry and stature as relates to bones
appendicular skeletal system
appendicular skeletal system and joints
Lab Practical 2
nervous system and spinal cord
spinal cord and brain
brain and brain dissection (bring gloves and goggles)
Eye and ear
Lab Practical 3
cat dissection (bring gloves and goggles)
Unit II Tissues
 List the major types of tissues
 Discuss the various types of epithelial tissues
 Discuss the various types of connective
tissue
 List and distinguish membranes
 Discuss inflammation and tissue repair
Unit III Integumentary System
 List the components of the integumentary
system
 Give the function of the skin.
Unit IV Skeletal System
1-3
6-8
9 & 10
11 - 13
17, 21 & 23
19, 22 & 24
25 & 26
14 & 15
FINALS WEEK
COURSE OUTLINE:
Unit I Introduction
 Briefly describe each system in the body
 Anatomical positions
 Directional terms
 Body cavities
 Discuss homeostasis
REVIEW
SHEETS DUE
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Identify the structures in spongy and dense
bone
Discuss ossification (intramembranous and
endochondral) and bone growth.
Discuss Ca++ balance
Identify bones of the axial skeleton
Identify bones of the appendicular skeleton
Unit V Articulations
 Classify joints on the basis of structure and
function and describe types of movement
Unit VI Nervous System
 Discuss histology, typical neuron structure,
neuroglia cells
 Discuss nerve impulse physiology including
all-or none principle, synaptic transmission,
saltatory transmission and transmitter
substances.
 Identify and describe the parts of the spinal
cord including the meninges, and tracts seen
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Discuss the function of the spinal cord
including spinal tracts and reflexes
Identify spinal nerves and function
Identify the principle parts of the brain
including the meninges
List the function of the principle parts of the
brain
List the cranial nerves and give their function
Unit VII Sensory, Motor, and Integrative
Systems
 Define and classify receptors
 List and describe the general senses
 List and describe the sensory & motor
pathways
Unit VIII The Autonomic Nervous System
 Describe visceral efferent pathways
 Describe and differentiate the sympathetic
and parasympathetic nervous systems
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(include transmitter substances, transmitter
receptors, synapses, regulation of ---)
Unit IX Muscular System
 Discuss connective tissue components of
muscle
 Discuss the components of skeletal muscle
fibers
 Discuss the sliding-filament theory and
muscle contraction
 Identify the components of and the function
of a neuromuscular junction
 Discuss ATP production of cellular
respiration
 Define all-or-none principle, twitch, tetanus,
isotonic, isometric, muscle tone
 Discuss smooth & cardiac muscle - structure
and function
 Identify specific muscles
 Discuss the relation of muscles and
movement (leverage, origin, insertion, and
leverage)
NOTE: Material from the book that is not covered in lecture may show up on the tests.
BIOL 201 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY OUTLINE
1. The language of anatomy: anatomic position, body orientation, body planes and sections, surface
anatomy, body cavities, anatomical terms, and body systems. The structure, use and care of the
microscope
2. Histology: epithelial tissue including squamous, cuboidal, and columnar epithelium, simple
epithelium, stratified epithelium, pseudostratified epithelium, and transitional epithelium. Connective
tissue including areolar connective tissue, adipose connective tissue, dense regular connective tissue,
hyaline cartilage, and bone tissue
3. The integumentary system: observe prepared slides of skin and scalp, use models of the skin.
4. The skeletal system: observe prepared slides of bone tissue, observe prepared specimens of spongy
bone and dense bone, use examples to learn bone markings. Use articulated and disarticulated
skeletons to learn the names of bones, their position in the body, their markings, and their articulation
points.
5. The articulations: use models & charts to learn the components and movements of synovial joints
6. The nervous system: observe prepared slides of neurons for structural detail. Observe prepared slides
of nerves. Use models and charts to identify parts of the brain and spinal cord. Use models to study
spinal nerves. Dissect a sheep brain.
7. The special senses: use models and charts to identify the components of the ear, eye, and taste buds.
8. Reflexes: use models and charts to identify components of a reflex arc.
9. The muscular system: observe prepared slides of skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle and smooth muscle.
Use computer simulation to perform muscle physiology experiments. Use models and charts to
identify major muscle of the human body. Perform experiment with muscle fibers and ATP???
10. Perform cat dissection for muscle identification.
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METHOD (S) OF EVALUATION:
Lecture:
There will be a total of 5 lecture exams and one cumulative final exam. There are no make-up exams. If
you miss one exam you will receive a zero on that exam and your final exam score will replace that score.
Any subsequent exams missed will be recorded as a zero. There will be daily quizzes over the material
currently being covered as well as the material in the Biology 101 handout given to you in the beginning
of the semester. If you miss a quiz for any reason you will not be able to take that quiz and will receive a
zero on that quiz. Your lowest 3 quiz scores will be dropped. Random assignments throughout the
semester may be expected.
Lab:
There will be a total of 3 lab practicals that will cover the material and experiments examined in lab.
You will be required to fill out assigned worksheets at the end of each chapter of your lab textbook. Lab
sheets are due at the beginning of class on the due day. If the assignment is one day late, 25% of the score
will be lost. Assignments more than one day late would not be accepted.
Note: There will be a sign in sheet on the days lab work sheet assignments are due. Be sure to sign upon
turning in the assignment. If you claim to have turned in a particular assignment and I am not in
possession of it, then I will not hold myself responsible if there is no signature indicating that you did
submit the assignment at the due time.
Lab sheets evaluations: It should be noted, that because of time constraints, your lecturer will not go
through every lab sheet “with a fine teeth comb” to provide a grade. These assignments are intended for
you to gain much experience through the process of doing them. As a result, I will be looking for how
much of what I assign is actually completed. There will be pre-determined portions or exercises for
which points will be awarded. Since you would not know what these are, it would be in your best interest
to treat all exercises as potentials for grades. The score on each set of lab assignment therefore will be
determined by completeness and points given for predetermined specific sections of the overall
assignment.
Proposed points distribution (subject to modification):
Particular
Lecture Exams
Lab Practicals
Quizzes: lab or lecture
Lab sheet assignments
Other assignments
TOTAL
Grading Scale:
90%-100%- A
Total
number
6
3
many
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indefinite
80%-89%- B
Total
points
480
180
075
095
040
870
Explanation
Ex 1 – 5 = 75 each, Ex 6 = 100
PRACT 1 = 50, PRACT 2 = 70 & 3 = 60 each
Would normally be 5 points quizzes—may vary
Maximum of 12 points per assignment
arbitrary
Final grade will be based on this total
70%-79%-C
65%-69%- D
BELOW 65% -F
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Attendance is expected and will be taken at the beginning of each class or lab session. Note: where
applicable, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that his/her attendance is recorded if arrival is after
role call. In such cases (with a valid excuse), an absent may be replaced with late.
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Attendance sheet for 01 & 02 sections: In order to minimize time lost, an attendance clipboard will be
passed around for the 01 and 02 combine lecture sessions. PLEASE NOTE: IT IS YOUR
OBLIGATION TO GET A HOLD OF AND SIGN THE ATTENDANCE SHEET. AN UNSIGNED
SPACE IS RECKONED AS AN ABSENCE EVEN IF YOU WERE PRESENT. YOU MUST TAKE
RESPONSIBILITY IN THIS REGARD AND NEVER LEAVE AT THE END OF A SESSION
WITHOUT SIGNING IN.
Being present means being there for the entire session. Individuals not accounted for by the end of the
session may be recorded as being absent. Daily quizzes, will cover relevant material. You will receive a
zero for any missed quiz. If you arrive late during quiz taking, you may be allowed to take the quiz, but
you will turn it in at the same time as the rest of the class. To encourage attendance random assignments
will be given out. If you are absent the day an assignment is handed out, you will receive a zero on that
assignment. If a laboratory practical is missed, a zero will be recorded. There are no make-up lecture
exams or lab practicals.
A student may be dropped from class for the following reasons:
1. Missing more than 2 labs
2. Missing more than one week of class without notifying the instructor
3. Missing any lab practical.
After midterm (October 9, 2009), it is the student’s responsibility to drop the course following the
appropriate guidelines. If a student does not drop prior to the drop date, they will receive a letter
grade.
FINAL EXAM POLICY:
Absolutely NO CELL PHONES allowed in class during the exam unless approved in writing by the Dean.
Exams will begin promptly. Students will be on time or they will not be allowed to take the exam. This
will result in a zero being recorded for the final exam. There are NO make-up final exams. Taking the
final exam at the scheduled time is your obligation.
If you have 3 or more finals exams scheduled in one day you may reschedule your final exam.
I will not e-mail or call you with grades due to privacy issues. You will be able to check your grades on
WISE-1.
COLLEGE LEVEL EXPECTATIONS:
Richland Community College offers college level courses that do transfer to four year institutions. Since
Biology 201 is a COLLEGE LEVEL course, there are some college level expectations. Since the material
in this course is cumulative and involves material from Biology 101, tests will sometimes include questions
that will incorporate prior information. Some test questions will also require you to apply information you
have already learned to current material. Keep in mind that a letter grade of “A” in the college catalog is an
“excellent” rating. That indicates that you have mastered the course material in such a manner that you can
integrate it with future courses and practical situations.
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DIVISIONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY
The Mathematics and Sciences Division prohibits the usage of cell phones, pagers, and other non learning
electronic equipment within the classroom. All equipment must be turned off to avoid disturbances to the
learning environment. If a student uses these devices during an examination, quiz, or any grades activity,
the instructor reserves the right to issue no credit for these assignments. The instructor needs to approve
any exceptions to this policy.
FACULTY ABSENCE:
Students are advised that if no official posted class cancellation notice of class cancellation with the RCC
logo in the background of the notice, they should not leave the classroom for at least 15 minutes after the
scheduled class starting time. If at this time the instructor does not show, call extension 344 from the
phone in the classroom to see if the instructor has reported the absence or go to S119 (division office) for
this information.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY POLICY:
Response to student cheating on exams, quizzes, and papers shall be per school policy. “Each student is
expected to be honest in his/her work or in the submission of information to the College. The College
regards dishonesty in classroom and laboratories, on assignments, and examinations, and the submission of
false and misleading information to the College as a serious offense” “A student who cheats, plagiarized, or
presents misleading information to the College is subject to disciplinary action up to and including failure
of a class or suspension/expulsion from the College” Cheating in any form will not be tolerated. You will
be given one warning THIS ONE. Cheating will result in a 0 for that test, removal from the course, and an
F grade. The Dean’s office will be notified immediately of any cheating incidents. The Webster
dictionary’s definition of plagiarism is to present the ideas or words of another as one’s own.
HUMAN RELATIONS POLICY:
This course incorporates concepts regarding all races, creeds, sexes, and ethnic groupings, and the belief
that they must learn to live together.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY:
Richland Community College policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
marital or parental status, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (except where it is a
bonafide occupational qualification), sexual orientation, military status, status as a disabled or Vietnamveteran.
LEARNING ACCOMMODATIONS:
Richland Community College offers support and accommodations to students with documented disabilities
by providing advertisement, counseling, adaptive equipment and materials, instructional aids, tutors, note
takers, interpreters, and testing accommodations, as well as many individualized services. For more
information, students should contact the Learning Accommodations Services Office, Room C137.
STUDENT LEARNING CENTER:
The Student Learning Center (SLC), Room S117, offers free tutoring to students who may need help with
classes or programs. Both peer and faculty tutors are available on an appointment or drop-in basis for
many areas including math, biology, chemistry, reading comprehension, study skills, vocabulary building,
research, and specific written assignments. Biology and Chemistry tutoring is also available with hours of
faculty tutors varying each semester, but with model availability whenever the SLC is open. In cooperation
with other academic programs, the SLC may offer study groups each semester. Schedules with location
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and time are posted in the Center. Computers with tutorial software and word processing programs are
available for student use any time the SLC is open.
EARLY ALERT SYSTEM:
If at any time the instructor believes that a student is at risk of being unsuccessful in the course, the
instructor may notify the Student Success Office. This office will in turn contact the student suggesting
assistance options.
COLLEGE WITHDRAWAL POLICY:
It is the responsibility of the student to officially withdraw from class according to the procedures
described in the college catalog. Any student who does not officially withdraw by the withdrawal deadline
will receive a letter grade.
SEMESTER CALENDAR DATES:
Classes begin 09/17/2009
Midterm 10/09/2009
COLLEGE CLOSED/NO CLASSES
09/10 & 02/2009 (Farm Progress 2009)
09/07/09 (Labor Day)
10/12/09 (Columbus Day)
11/ 11/09(Veteran’s Day)
11/part 25th, 26 -28 /09 (Thanks Giving)
CORE VALUES MISSION:
Commitment- we support and carry out the College missions.
Respect- we demonstrate courtesy, caring, dignity, and compassion.
Excellence- we promote feelings of worth and accomplishment.
Accountability- we demonstrate responsibility for our actions.
Diversity/Inclusiveness- we appreciate similarities and differences in people and give a voice to everyone.
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Richland Community College Syllabus- BIOL. 201- Dr. G. Gurley
2009
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