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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major
course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general
description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended
readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides
institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information
specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled
students.
Course Title: Anatomy and Physiology I
Course Prefix & Number: Biol 2401
Section Number: 400/1
MWF
Term Code:141S
Semester Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 48
Lab Hours: 32
Course Description (NCTC Catalog)
A study of the structure and function of the body and its relationship to health and disease.
Designed to meet requirements of physical education and nursing education majors.
Laboratory experience include human anatomy models and the study/observation of sheep
brain
Course Prerequisite(s):
Course Type:
- Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
- WECM Course
Name of Instructor:
Debby Short, PT,MA,MBA,MAT
Campus/Office Location:
Corinth #201
Telephone Number:
940-498- 6204
E-mail Address:
dshort@nctc.edu
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
Doug Elrod Ph.D.
Office Location:
Corinth #301
Telephone Number:
940-498-6291
E-mail Address:
daelrod@nctc.edu
REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
No required text — any college-level A&P text may be substituted, of 2010 or later
Required: NCTC Lab Manual for Human Anatomy and Physiology (purchase at the book store
and it will be available online when class starts)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA
# of Graded
Course Elements
Graded Course Elements
Percentage or
Points Values
4
Lecture Exams @ 100 points each
400
4
Lab practicals @ 75 points each
300
4
Homework / Quizzes
40
Total point value 740
Of the 740 points, 100% to 89.5% is an A, 89.4% to 79.5% is a B, 79.4% to 69.5% is a C, 69.4% to
59.5% is a D, and below 59.5% is an F.
Grades are based on your performance in both lab and lecture. Lecture exams will be
composed of multiple choice, completion and/or short answer questions and may include
essays.
Cell phone use in class is prohibited.
Makeup exams may only be taken with instructor’s prior permission or valid documentation of
an emergency or illness. The makeup exam may be in a discussion format.
No leaving the exam once it has begun. All electronic devices will be stored away during exams.
If you utilize any device is during an exam or practical, you will be removed from the course.
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Lab practicums may be made up only under emergency circumstances at the discretion of the
instructor.
If a student cannot complete all the requirements of this course due to illness or some
unavoidable conflict, they must request in writing a grade of “I”(incomplete) in order to be
allowed to finish the requirements at a later date. When the instructor receives the request,
he/she must reply in writing to the request, explaining whey the grade of “I” will or will not be
assigned.
Attendance is required. Students are expected to attend class and lab regularly. Nine hours of
absence from class may result in dismissal from this course. All assignments are due on the
date and time specified. No late assignments accepted.
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.
Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the
lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.
Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled
occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading
to certificates and associate degrees.
Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development
as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of offering quality general education curriculum in all
associate degrees by offering a core of general education courses designed to help students
achieve academic, career and lifelong goals. Acquiring knowledge, thinking critically, and
utilizing the methodologies of various disciplines exposed students to experiences that serve to
advance their personal growth. The chief focus of the General Education Core Curriculum at
NCTC is to emphasize Exemplary Educational Objectives and Basic Intellectual Competencies.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the Science Department is to provide instruction in the areas of chemistry and
biology as these disciplines relate to the overall mission of NCTC, and to provide a qualified,
competent faculty, and staff to ensure that the delivery of the instruction of these courses is
consistently of high quality.
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STATEMENT OF SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE EXPECTED OF NCTC GRADUATES
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of offering a core of general education courses designed to
help students achieve academic, career and lifelong goals. The chief focus of the General
Education Core Courses at NCTC is to emphasize basic intellectual competencies and broad
intellectual perspectives.
CORE CURRICULUM COMPONENT AREA
The overall objectives of the Natural Science component area are to enable students
understand, construct, and evaluate relationships in the natural sciences; and (2) understand
the basis for building and testing theories.
NATURAL SCIENCE: EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (EEOs) FOR THIS COURSE
(NS1) To understand and apply methods and appropriate technology to the study of
natural sciences.
(NS2) To recognize scientific and quantitative methods and the differences between these
approaches and other methods of inquiry and to communicate findings, analyses,
and interpretation both orally and in writing.
(NS3) To identify and recognize the differences among competing scientific theories.
(NS4) To demonstrate knowledge of the major issues and problems facing modern science,
including issues that touch upon ethics, values and public policies.
(NS5) To demonstrate knowledge of the interdependence of science and technology and
their influence on, and contribution to, modern culture.
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
EEO
Student Learning Outcome
NS1
Describe the physical organization of the human body.
NS1
Comprehend the concept of homeostasis and predict the outcome of deviations from
homeostasis.
NS1
Describe the chemical level of organization of the human body.
NS1
Describe the structure and function of the cell and its components.
NS1
Identify, and differentiate among, the various types of tissue and describe their
structure and functions.
NS1
Describe the structure of the integumentary system and comprehend its physiology.
NS1
Identify the components of the human skeleton and comprehend the functions of the
skeleton and its physiological importance to the human body.
NS1
Identify the types of joints and describe their movements.
NS1
Describe, and compare, the three types of muscle tissue. Describe the organization of
the skeletal muscle system, and identify select examples of this system. Analyze the
physiological importance of muscle tissue and its activity and predict the outcome of
deviations from homeostasis.
NS1
Explain the organization of the nervous system, and identify various components of
this system. Explain the physiology of the components of the nervous system and
predict the outcome of deviations from homeostasis. Explain the physiology of the
special senses.
NS1
Identify the various components of the endocrine system and their products. Discuss
the way hormones work, the effect specific hormones have on the human body, and
predict the outcome of deviations from homeostasis
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BASIC INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES FOR THIS COURSE
READING – Reading at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret a variety
of printed materials – books, articles and documents. A core curriculum should offer
student the opportunity to master both general methods of analyzing printed materials and
specific methods for analyzing the subject matter of individual disciplines.
WRITING – Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent
prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. Although correct grammar, spelling,
and punctuation are each a sine qua non in any composition, they do not automatically
ensure that the composition itself makes sense or that the writer has much of anything to
say. Students need to be familiar with the writing process including how to discover a topic
and how to develop and organize it, how to phrase it effectively for their audience. These
abilities can be acquired only through practice and reflection.
SPEAKING – Competence in speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent,
and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. Developing this
competency includes acquiring poise and developing control of the language through
experience in making presentations to small groups, to large groups, and through the
media.
LISTENING – Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various
forms of spoken communication.
CRITICAL THINKING – Critical thinking embraces methods for applying both qualitative and
quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate
arguments and to construct alternative strategies. Problem solving is one of the
applications of critical thinking, used to address an identified task.
COMPUTER LITERACY – Computer literacy at the college level means the ability to use
computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring
information. Core-educated students should have an understanding of the limits, problems,
and possibilities associated with the use of technology, and should have the tools necessary
to evaluate and learn new technologies as they become available.
Last day to Withdraw For the Fall 2013 semester, the last day to withdraw from a course with
a “W” April 9th, 2015
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Student Rights &
Responsibilities
NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states
that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the
contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student
conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student
Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All
students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted
authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.
Scholastic Integrity
Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and
regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a
test, plagiarism, and collusion.
How to do well in Anatomy & Physiology
1) review medical terminology – even take free online course
2) study daily – an average of 2 or more hours
3) have a study buddy and study in groups
4) make questions about the material and ask those questions
5) use the learning style that works best for you
6) ask for help EARLY
7) Review, review, review
8) Complete homework per instructions
9) Don’t cram for exams or practicals
10) Over prepare
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
ACCESS
(Disability Support)
North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of
federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
NCTC is required by law to provide "reasonable accommodations" to
students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that
disability. It is the student’s responsibility to provide disability
documentation to the ACCESS Office which authorizes accommodations
for students with disabilities. The ACCESS Office is located in room 170
on the Corinth Campus and room 110 of the Administration (100)
Building on the Gainesville Campus. Students can also call 940-668-7731
ext. 4321 or 940-498-6207.
Student Success
Center
The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC
develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students
to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online
tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college
by providing students free interactive workshops about Time
Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, and much more. For more
information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
Financial Aid,
Scholarships, and
Veterans Services
The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of
programs for students who need assistance in financing their education.
The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA. For more
information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office.
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Week of the semester
General description of topics
Labs by week
January 19, 2015
Intro to A&P, basic cell chemistry
Labs safety & 1
January 26th
Cell chemistry and cell organization
Labs 3, 4
February 2
Cell organz. and start tissue organiz.
Lab 3, 4&6
February 9
Tissue organiz. and
start integumentary system
Practical 1 (1,3,4,&6)
February 16
Exam 1 (chp1-4)
Integumentary system and begin bone tissue
Lab 7& 9
February 23
Continue bone and skeletal organiz.
Lab 10
March 2
Muscle tissue
Lab Practical 2 (7,9 &10)
March 9
Exam 2 (5-9)
Start muscular system
Lab 12 & 13
March 16th- Spring break
Spring Break
Spring Break
March 23
Nervous system – neural tissue
Lab 13
March 30
Spinal cord, spinal nerves, and spinal reflexes
Review 12 & 13
April 6
Brain & cranial nerves
Practical 3(11, 12 & 13)
April 13th
Exam 3(chp10-13)
Neural Integration I – (sensory)
Lab 14, 15 & 16
April 20th
Neural Integration II –(ANS and higher order of
function)
Lab 17, 18 &20
April 27th
Special senses
Review for pract. 4
May 4th
Endocrine
Lab Practical 4(14-20)
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May
Final Exam (chp 14-18)
Tentative schedule with options to adjust according to class progress
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