Summer 2013
J. Digby BIOL 2154
Tulsa Community College, West Campus
Human Physiology Syllabus
Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
Summer Semester 2013
BIO 2154 (4 Credit Hours)
Human Physiology
CRN: 31886
Section: 402
Lecture: Tuesday & Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m., Room S264
Laboratory: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00 p.m. – 9:50 p.m., Room S288
Instructor: Jonathan Digby, M.S.
Office Hours: By Appointment
E-mail: jonathan.digby@tulsacc.edu
Science and Mathematics Division
Office #: S160
Dept. Office Phone: (918) 595-8193
Prerequisites:
 BIOL 1224 (Introduction to Biology for Majors) OR BIOL 1604 (Zoology)
 BIOL 2134 (Human Anatomy)
 CHEM 1315 (General Chemistry I) OR CHEM 1114 (Principles of Chemistry)
Course Description:
The course examines the function of mammalian organ systems including basic cell and
molecular properties, maintenance systems, communication and control, reproduction and integration
of activities. Emphasis will be placed on homeostasis in humans. Laboratory is included.
Required Text:
Human Physiology An Integrated Approach, 6th Edition, Pearson, by Dee Unglaub Silverthorn, ISBN:
978-0-321-75007-5
**You should arrange to have access to the online Pearson Mastering A&P course supplement. Wait
for directions from the instructor before enrolling in the online course.**
TCC Blackboard:
This course will use Blackboard extensively. Please notify the instructor promptly if you have
not used Blackboard before. Lectures, laboratory procedures, grades and other content will be
accessible through the course Blackboard page. You should familiarize yourself with the available
content and how to navigate the Blackboard site.
In addition to Blackboard, the publisher of the course textbook has made available online
content to support your study of physiology. A new textbook should include an access code to this
content. If you purchased a used textbook, online access can be purchased for $66. To register for an
account, please visit:
http://www.masteringaandp.com/site/login.html
Choose “Student” to create an account. Enter your access code in this process, or if you do not have a
valid access code, you may purchase access online. After entering your access code and creating your
account, you should enroll in the class page for this section. The course name is:
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This site will give you access to practice tests, helpful videos, review questions and many other
resources. It will be used extensively in the course as a study aid before examinations.
Course Objectives:
 To prepare students for advanced basic and clinical study in physiology and related biological
sciences
 To develop an understanding of the cellular and molecular interactions within human tissues
that contribute to homeostasis
 To characterize the interactions of human body systems
 To develop mastery of the language of physiology to enable effective communication about
physiological concepts
Lecture and Laboratory Policies:
The course schedule is attached to this syllabus, as is a table outlining the distribution of points
used in the determination of final grades. Additional assignments may be included as necessary to
enhance student learning and preparation for exams.
Lecture presentations will be posted to Blackboard, but are not designed to serve as an ultimate
source of information for the class. The class text is the authoritative source of course content, and
lecture will aid in your understanding of the text. It is CRUCIAL to your success in this course that
you read the corresponding content PRIOR to the lecture presentation of the same material.
Physiology is a detailed and complicated study of the functions of the human body. You
should plan to spend no less than two hours of QUALITY study time for EACH hour of lecture. The
summer pace is accelerated and falling behind on material will be detrimental to your overall
performance. This is not a class that you can expect to study only before exams and still do well.
Attendance is mandatory for all lecture and lab meetings, according to the class schedule.
Participation in all laboratory exercises is required. You should come to the laboratory prepared to
work on the exercise, having already read and understood the procedure.
Missed examinations and assignments cannot be made up unless valid justification for being
absent is provided before the assignment is due. If a student is permitted to makeup an assignment, the
assignment must be completed within one week of the due date, or the student receives a zero on the
assignment. In addition, any makeup examinations will be essay format only! All makeup
examinations will be taken at the Academic and Campus Services (Evening Operations) Office (5958060), Room I-106, at the West Campus.
Forms of academic dishonesty or misconduct (plagiarism, cheating, etc.) are considered serious
academic offenses and will not be tolerated. These will result in a failing grade (zero) for the
assignment, which often leads to a failing grade for the course. Please refer to the TCC Student Code
of Conduct and Policy Handbook.
Plagiarism is the theft of someone else’s words, work, or ideas. This includes such acts as (1)
turning in someone else’s paper or copying another person’s homework and identifying it as your
work; (2) using another person’s data or ideas without acknowledgment; (3) copying an author’s exact
words and putting them in your paper without quotation marks; and (4) using wording that is very
similar to that of the original source, but identifying it as entirely your work. Hence, paraphrasing
should be carefully worded and structured to avoid plagiarism.
The professor reserves the right to modify the requirements of the course, the schedule of the
examinations and/or assignments, and the arrangement of topics to enhance the learning process.
Course changes will be announced on TCC Blackboard course website and/or class sessions.
The final exam is comprehensive.
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ADA Policy:
If any member of this class has a disability and needs special accommodations, please advise
the professor of the disability and desired accommodations during the first scheduled class period.
Students with documented disabilities are provided academic accommodations through the disAbled
Student Resources Center (595-7115) or Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (595-7428
/ TDD-TTY 595-7434). If any student is in need of academic accommodations from either office, it is
the student’s responsibility to advise the professor so an appropriate referral can be made no later than
the first week of class. Academic accommodations will not be permitted unless appropriate
documentation is provided from the disabled student services office(s) to support the need!
Class Schedule:
Day
Tuesday
Date
June 4
Thursday
Tuesday
June 6
June 11
Thursday
Tuesday
June 13
June 18
Human Physiology Schedule, Summer 2013
Chapter(s)
Topic
Assessment
1, 2
Introduction, Molecules,
Cells
NO CLASS
4, 5
Metabolism, Membranes,
Homeostasis
7
Endocrine Physiology
EXAM I
26
Reproductive Physiology
-
Thursday
June 20
8
Tuesday
Thursday
June 25
June 27
10
11, 12
Tuesday
July 2
14
Thursday
Tuesday
July 4
July 9
NO CLASS
14, 15
Thursday
July 11
17, 18
Tuesday
July 16
Thursday
July 18
19,
part of 20
21
Tuesday
Thursday
July 23
July 25
24
Neurons and Their
Physiology
Sensory Physiology
Autonomics, Muscle
Physiology
Cardiovascular
Physiology
Cardiovascular
Physiology,
Flow/Pressure
Respiratory Physiology,
Gas Exchange
Renal Physiology,
Electrolytes
Digestive Physiology
Chapter 6, Review for Exam I
-
Chapter 16 Blood
PowerLab
Introduction
PowerLab EEG
EXAM II
Sensations
PowerLab Muscle
Lab Quiz 1
EXAM III
-
PowerLab ECG
PowerLab Blood Pressure
PowerLab Airflow
Urinalysis
PowerLab Exercise
Physiology
Review for Final Exam
-
Lab Quiz II
FINAL
EXAM
**This schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.**
-
Immune Physiology
-
Lab
Chapter 3
Summary of Course Assessments
Laboratory Assignments
Exam I
75
Laboratory Quiz 1
35
Exam II
100
Laboratory Quiz 2
35
Exam III
100
4 Lab Reports @ 10 points each
40
Comprehensive Final Exam
125
Mastering A&P
75
LECTURE TOTAL
475
LABORATORY TOTAL
110
Total Points possible in the course: 585
**The point distribution or total is subject to change as necessary.**
Lecture Assignments
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Grades Assigned from Total Points Earned:
A = 90% or greater
B=
80 % - 89.99 %
C = 70 % - 79.99 %
D = 60 % - 69.99 %
F=
less than 60 %
Institutional Statement:
Each student is responsible for the information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC Student
Handbook, TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy, and semester information listed in the class
schedule. These documents are provided at Student Activities and the Dean of Student Services office.
Withdrawal, Audit and Incomplete Grades:
IF YOU DETERMINE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE COMPLETING THE COURSE, IT IS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO OFFICIALLY WITHDRAW FROM THE COURSE. THE LAST
DAY TO WITHDRAW WITH A “W” OR CHANGE TO AUDIT IS JULY 12. AFTER JULY 12,
YOU WILL RECEIVE THE GRADE EARNED BASED ON YOUR WORK FOR THE SEMESTER.
TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR A CHANGE TO AUDIT OR AN INCOMPLETE GRADE,
THE STUDENT MUST HAVE A PASSING GRADE. STUDENTS WITH A FAILING GRADE
WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR A CHANGE TO AUDIT OR AN INCOMPLETE GRADE.
The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Check
the TCC Academic Calendar for the deadline that applies to the course(s). Begin the process with a
discussion with the faculty member assigned to the course. Contact the Advisement Office at any TCC
campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit.
Withdrawal and/or change to an audit from a course after the drop/add period can alter the financial aid
award for the current and future semesters. Students may receive an outstanding bill from TCC if the
recalculation leaves a balance due to TCC. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to
withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for the
student.
Learning Support Services:
Many support services are available to students to enhance the learning experience; these
services include the following: Learning Resources Center (LRC), Technology Learning Center
(TLC), Math and Science Tutoring Lab, Writing Lab, Fitness Center, and Academic and Campus
Services (Evening Operations). Please consult these facilities for days and hours of operation.
Inclement Weather and Class Cancellation Policy
When severe weather hits, you may assume that TCC will be open for classes unless it is
announced otherwise on television and radio stations, TCC Main Information (595-7000), or the TCC
homepage. TCC does NOT automatically close if Tulsa Public Schools close.
If your professor decides individually to cancel class because of inclement weather or other
unexpected reasons, your professor will contact you via TCC Blackboard Announcements or through
TCC e-mail. It is important that your professor have current contact information so you can be notified
if necessary. Notify the TCC Registrar’s office and your professor if your contact information changes
during the semester.
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Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI)
Access to computing resources is a privilege granted to all TCC faculty, staff, and students.
Use of TCC computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College’s mission of education,
research, and community service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services
Acceptable Use Statements/Standards found in the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
These handbooks may be obtained by contacting the Student Activities or Dean of Student Services
offices.
Student Etiquette and Responsibilities
 TCC prohibits smoking or the use of other tobacco products within all College-owned or leased
buildings.
 Eating and/or drinking are not permitted in the classroom and/or laboratory. NO EXCEPTIONS!
 During the laboratory sessions, students are required to wear closed-toed shoes. Students may also
be required to wear goggles, gloves, and lab coats.
 Students are required to clean up their workspace in both lecture and laboratory sessions.
 Students are responsible for reading and understanding the class syllabus and TCC policies and
procedures.
 Students are responsible for purchase of the course textbook and Mastering A&P access. These are
required for the students to succeed in this course!
 Students are responsible for learning to use the course websites on TCC Blackboard and Mastering
A&P.
 Students are responsible for attending all lecture and laboratory sessions. Also, students must
plan to attend the full-term of each laboratory session. There will be a sign-out sheet for each
laboratory session. Lecture and laboratory sessions cannot be made up!
 Students should be on time to class sessions out of respect to other class members and the
professor. In addition, please do not leave the classroom once the lecture and laboratory session
begins.
 Students are required to turn cell phones off for all lecture and laboratory sessions. This includes
text messaging and checking messages!
 Students are responsible for keeping up with the class schedule and assignments. Absence is not
an excuse, nor does it mitigate the responsibility.
 Students are responsible for participating in class discussions and laboratory procedures, reviewing
lecture notes and course material, and reading the course textbook. Most of students’ learning
skills occur outside the classroom. That is, attending lecture and laboratory sessions does not
ensure a student will pass this course. Grades are earned not given!
 Students are responsible for handing in all exams and assignments in a neat, organized,
professional format in compliance with the assignment parameters.
 This is a science course. Hence, all references will be valid, scientific (peer-reviewed) documents.
 Students are responsible for handing in assignments on time. Late assignments will only be
accepted with valid justification before the assignment is due.
 Students are responsible for communicating with the professor and their peers in Standard English.
That is, all communication, including e-mails, should be conducted in a professional manner.
 Please do not complain about the course work, expect to be accommodated, or ask for extra credit.
This course maintains college education standards and not high school or vocational/technical
school education standards.
 During presentation of lecture and laboratory content, students are not permitted to talk. This
ensures that all students understand the announcements, presentations, and discussions.
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Inappropriate talking and/or disturbance will result in dismissal from the classroom session and
possibly course.
Inappropriate behavior, including inappropriate online communication, is immediately documented
and reported to the Dean of Student Services. Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated in this
course!
Examination Rules and Procedures
o Punctuality! Students will arrive in the classroom at the scheduled lecture or final examination
date and time.
o Students will turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices.
o Students will remove all electronic devices, such as headphones and cell phones.
o Students will remove all baseball caps or hats.
o Pens and/or pencils are required to take the exam. These are the only materials students will be
allowed to have in their possessions.
o Dictionaries and digital dictionaries will not be allowed. The professor will be glad to clarify or
provide the meaning to a question or term not related to the actual answer.
o All books, notes, and other materials will be placed along the perimeter of the classroom.
Valuables, such as purses, may be placed under your chair.
o No talking and/or eye contact will be allowed. Always keep your eyes on your own exam. Please
do not leave your exam where other students may see your answers.
o Write your name on the first page of the exam.
o Students will read and follow the exam instructions as provided.
o Students will not be allowed to leave the classroom until the examination is completed. Hence,
students will not be allowed to go to the bathroom, etc.
o When students complete the exam, please give the exam to the professor!
o Absentees from the examination will have to secure valid documentation of their absence to take
the makeup examination (essay format only!). In addition, before the examination begins, please
send an e-mail to jonathan.digby@tulsacc.edu to inform the professor of your absence from the
examination.
o Remember academic dishonesty, including cheating on exams, will not be tolerated in this course!
Classroom Emergency Situations
For any emergency, the professor will direct students. Students should not leave the classroom
during an emergency or call for emergency services unless asked to do so by the professor.
ALARMS
 When a fire alarm sounds, the professor will evacuate all students to a designated area
outside the building. Students should gather as a group so the professor may account for all
students.
 When a tornado alarm sounds, the professor will direct students toward designated rooms in
the lower, inside part of the building.
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
 In a medical emergency, the professor will remain in the classroom with the students. The
professor will call for proper assistance or ask another student to do so. STUDENTS SHOULD
NOT ACT WITHOUT A REQUEST FROM THE PROFESSOR TO DO SO.
 At the beginning of the semester, the professor should designate 2 or 3 students who will be
given more specific instructions on how to handle the situation if the professor is the person
with the medical emergency.
EMERGENCIES OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
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 Call West Campus Police at 595-8158 or stop by their office located next to the main
entrance of the Information Commons Building in the center of campus. Phones connected
directly to Campus Police are located on light poles in the parking lots.
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