INSTRUCTOR
Name: Randall Packer
Campus Address: Phillips 212
Phone: 4-6679
E-mail:
Office hours: Thursd. 2:15-4:30pm in Phillips 212
Graduate Assistant: Amanda Matthews
WID Assistant Gina Many
Campus Address: 344 Lisner Hall
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to the integrated functions of organ systems and regulatory systems of the human body.
Classroom – Phillips B-156
ASSIGNED READINGS
Course Schedule BISC 2322 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY Fall 2012 Prof. R. Packer
DATE TOPIC TEXT READINGS
28 Aug. Membrane Structure 1-61 & 62-69, 79
Biological Transport 129-154
30 Cell-to-Cell signaling, 174-194
4 Sept Intro to the Endocrine System 206-227
6 & 11 Impulse Origin and Propagation 237-266
13 Synaptic transmission 266-287
18 EXAM 1 - 70 Points
20 Brain Development and Anatomy 291-305
25 Brain Function 305-324
27 The Efferent Nervous System 379-397
2 Oct Skeletal Muscle Contraction 400-420; 444-452
4 Exercise Metabolism 835-849
9 Blood 545-556
11 Organization of the Circulatory System 464-479
16 Cardiac Cycle 479-507
18 & 23 Circulation & Cardiovascular Regulation 510-543
25 Exam 2 – 100 pts
30 Pulmonary Function 568-598
1 Nov Transport of Gases & Regulation of Ventilation 602-625
6 Kidney Structure & Glomerular Filtration 626-638
8 & 13 Reg. of ECF Volume and composition 640-681
15 Introduction to the G.I. System 426-435; 696-702
20 Secretions, Digestion & Absorption 710-735
27 Hormones and Metabolism 736-765
29 Innate Immune System 801-814
4 & 6 Dec Adaptive Immune System 814-834
Final Exam - 130 pts Not Cumulative
Please note – Dr. Packer does not answer subject matter questions by e-mail
COURSE PREREQUISITE(S)
General Chemistry and Introductory Biology for science majors
TEXTS
Author: Dee Silverthorn Title: Human Physiology Edition: Sixth
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
As a result of completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the structure of the major organs discussed in the course and tell how the integrated cellular activities of the organ mediate organ function.
2. Describe in some detail the function of neurons, muscle cells and intracellular signaling pathways.
3. Solve problems and understand graphical representations of data
4. Develop an integrated understanding of the functions of organ systems to explain how homeostasis is maintained.
5. Learn to “think like a physiologist” – when confronted with a novel problem or data set, be able design a good experiment or synthesize a reasonable explanation for the set of observations
GRADING
· A 70 point exam and a 100 point exam during the semester and a 130 point final. While exams are not cumulative, developing a general understanding of integrated organ function and homeostasis requires knowledge of earlier building blocks.
· Five graded homework assignments – 10 points each. There will be at least 6 assigned homeworks. I will count your top 5 scores. Homework will not be accepted late for any reason.
NOTE: IN ACCORD WITH UNIVERSITY POLICY, THE FINAL EXAM WILL BE GIVEN DURING THE FINAL EXAM PERIOD AND NOT THE LAST WEEK OF THE SEMESTER
CLASS POLICIES
Attendance is not required but it is hard to do well in the course if you do not attend lecture. If you have a fever that you think is due to flu – please don’t come to lecture – Do the readings, look over the lecture outline and get notes from a classmate – see me if you need help getting notes or if there are concepts you do not understand.
[Late work: Late work will not be accepted]
[Make-up exams are allowed with a valid excuse and advance notification ]
[Religious Holidays – if an exam is scheduled during one of your religious holidays, let me know at least one week in advance so that we can make arrangements]
[NOTE: for university policies on teaching, see http://www.gwu.edu/~academic/Teaching/main.htm ]
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
I personally support the GW Code of Academic Integrity. It states:: “Academic dishonesty is defined as cheating of any kind, including misrepresenting one's own work, taking credit for the work of others without crediting them and without appropriate authorization, and the fabrication of information.” For the remainder of the code, see: http://www.gwu.edu/~ntegrity/code.html
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES (DSS)
Any student who may need an accommodation based on the potential impact of a disability should contact the Disability Support Services office at 202-994-8250 in the Marvin Center, Suite 242, to establish eligibility and to coordinate reasonable accommodations. For additional information please refer to: http://gwired.gwu.edu/dss/
UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER (UCC) 202-994-5300
The University Counseling Center (UCC) offers 24/7 assistance and referral to address students' personal, social, career, and study skills problems. Services for students include:
- crisis and emergency mental health consultations
- confidential assessment, counseling services (individual and small group), and referrals
http://gwired.gwu.edu/counsel/CounselingServices/AcademicSupportServices
SECURITY
In the case of an emergency, if at all possible, the class should shelter in place. If the building that the class is in is affected, follow the evacuation procedures for the building. After evacuation, seek shelter at a predetermined rendezvous location.