VICTOR VALLEY COLLEGE SYLLABUS
Spring 2016
Course No.: Biology 233
Section No.: 57148
Room No.: 31-1
Course Title: Pathophysiology Units: 3.0
Class Hours: 2:30pm – 5:30pm Days: W
Instructor Name: Dr. Harvey
Office No.: 31-6
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
Spring Term Begins
Spring Break Holiday (college closed)
College Closed (no classes)
Spring Break (no classes-offices open)
College Closed (no classes)
Memorial Day Holiday (college closed)
Commencement
Spring Semester Ends
Sixteen (16) week term
Off-Campus Twelve (12) week term
that site’s calendar)
First Twelve (12) week term
Second Twelve (12) week term
First Eight (8) week term
Second Eight (8) week term
February 16
March 25
March 26
April 11 – 15
April 16
May 30
June 10
June 11
February 16 – June 11
February 16 – May 14 (Does not follow VVC calendar, see
February 16 – May 14
March 14 – June 11
February 16 – April 9
April 18 – June 11
NOTE – CAMPUS IS CLOSED and CLASSES WILL NOT BE
HELD ON CAMPUS THE FOLLOWING DATES:
March 25th, 26th, April 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, and May 30th
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 introductory pathophysiology course uses a conceptual approach to introduce
pathological mechanisms of altered human states of physiology. Topics include etiology,
cellular metabolism, tissue perfusion, tissue alterations, functional changes and agerelated differences when applicable. Specific disease processes are discussed to
demonstrate application of the mechanisms.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course the student can:
1. Relate clinical data to observations of patient status.
2. Read, understand and critically evaluate medical journals, health articles and other
forms of data related to pathophysiology.
3. Apply the scientific method when evaluating the validity of information related to
pathophysiology.
4. Effectively communicate case studies in pathophysiology through verbal, written
and multimedia means.
5. Understand how the various organ systems are interrelated and use this
understanding to promote a holistic approach towards the evaluation and
treatment of patients.
Prerequisites
Biology 231 completed with a grade of “C” or better
Textbook(s)
Text: Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States, Grossman and Porth, 9th
Edition.
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 questions and short answer essays. Exam topics will be announced
several days in advance. Lecture quizzes will not be announced. No exams or quizzes
will be dropped.
There will also be case studies done in class and as homework. Any assignment sent
home must be typed, handwritten assignments will not be accepted. If you need to make
up an exam you must do so on Friday June 3, 2016 at 9:35am in SL-1. There are no
exceptions. Missed quizzes cannot be made up. The make-up exam will be a written
exam and will not use the iClicker.
Make-up exams will only be given on June 3, 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.
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.
I will send you e-mail updates throughout the semester. 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.
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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 chance 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 college’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:
Institution: Victor Valley College
Course: Biol 233_Spring2016_57148
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.
Grades will be sent out periodically via email so you can see how you’re doing
throughout the semester. If you have any questions about your grade you must inform
the instructor within five days of receiving the instructor’s email. 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.
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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
Podcasts and Recordings:
All classroom lectures may be recorded for posterity. You can get previous lectures
at the following address: http://www.bloodhoundsincorporated.com.
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.
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.
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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 by the day of the exam
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.
Tentative Lecture Schedule
Date
Lecture Topics
Feb 17
Nature of Disease
Cell Pathology
Disorders of the Immune System
Inflammation, Tissue Repair and Fever
Neoplasia
March 23
50, 51
58, 59
41
42
12 - 15
22 - 24, 26
28, 29
Exam 3
Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function
Disorders of the Renal System
Disorders of the Reproductive System
Metabolic and Rheumatic Disorders
June 8
8
Exam 2
Disorders of the Hematopoietic System
Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
Disorders of the Respiratory System
May 11
19
Exam 1
Disorders of Motor and Brain Function
Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System
Disorders of Endocrine Control
Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome
April 20
Chapter
Final Exam
37, 38
32 - 35
44, 46