Anatomy and Physiology I, BIOL 223, Great Basin College
Spring, 2015
Sections 1001, 1002, 1003, 1004, 1005
SYLLABUS
Instructor: Nick Haertle
Office: Lundberg Hall 128C
Phone: 753-2284
E-mail:
Office Hours: M, W, 11:00am-12:00pm;TH 1:00pm-3:00pm; by appointment.
Method of Instruction:Live lecture and laboratory, with assigned readings and online enhancements.
Lecture Reading Assignments and Exam Dates
ChapterTopic
1Introduction and Atlas A
2Chemistry of Life
3Cellular Form and Function
4Genetics and Cellular Function
5Histology
6The Integumentary System
7Bone and Tissue
8The Skeletal System
9Joints
10The Muscular System and Atlas B
11Muscular tissue
12Nervous Tissue
13Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, and Somatic Reflexes
14The Brain and Cranial Nerves
15The Autonomic Nervous System and Visceral Reflexes
16Sense Organs
EXAM I:Thursday, February 19
EXAM II:Thursday, March 19
EXAM III:Thursday, April 23
FINAL EXAM:Tuesday, May 12
Reading assignments and exam dates are tentative, and may be changed at the discretion of the instructor. Typically, exams will cover between 4-5 chapters. Any changes will be announced in class.
Laboratory and Practical Exam Dates
LabDate____ExerciseTopic
1Jan 281 2 & 3Introduction
Atlas ASomatic Orientation
2Feb 36Tissues
3Feb 107Integumentary System
4Feb 17Practical 1 – Tissues & Skin
8, 9, & 10Skeletal System
5Feb 249 & 10 Skeletal System
6Mar 311Articulations
7Mar 1012 & 13Muscles
8Mar 17Practical 2 - Bones
14 & 15Muscles
Mar 24Spring Break
9March 3115 & 16Muscles
10Apr 717Nervous System
11Apr 14Practical 3 - Muscles
12Apr 2118 & 19Brain & Spinal Cord
13Apr 28 20 Stimuli & Reflexes
14May 5Practical 4 – Brains, Spinal Cord & Reflexes
Always read the lab exercise ahead of time. Knowing the procedure allows the excise to go more smoothly and quickly. Any changes to scheduling will be announced in lecture and/or lab.
Required Texts:
Anatomy and Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function. 7thed. Saladin. ISBN 9780013403717
Anatomy and Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function Laboratory Manual. 7thed. Wise.
Grading System and Policies:
The grade for this course will be based on two components: performance in lecture; and laboratory. There will be 500 points available for the entire course. The lecture grade will be based on four, one hour exams, worth 100 points each.However, pop quizzes may be given at MY DISCREDITION. The lab grade will be based on four practical exams worth 25 points each. The grading scale is as follows:
90 - 100% = A
80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C
60 - 69% = D
60% = F
Note: By GBC policy, I can no longer issue a grade of “W” or withdrawal. Be advised that the last date for a student to withdraw from a course is 23March (up to you to double check and keep up to date).
All exams and lab practicals will be held on the dates listed in the syllabus. Any changes to that schedule will be announced in class well in advance. Missing an exam due to personal reasons or illness must be approved in advance if possible, or by contacting me within 24 hours of the exam in the case of emergency. Make up exams will be allowed and scheduled at my discretion.
Lab practicals are difficult to set up. As a result, make up lab practicals will only be scheduled in unusual circumstances. In these cases the format of the exam may change. Do not miss lab practicals!
Attendance will not be taken, but be advised: Regular attendance is the single most important thing you can do to get and maintain a good grade.
Web Sites Used in This Course:
Two web sites will be used in this course, GBC’s own MyGBC, and WebCampus.
MyGBC:
I will be using the email lists at MyGBC for announcements. Please make sure that your email address at MyGBC is both current and one that you check regularly.
WebCampus:
I will be using WebCampus in lecture sparingly. However, I may start using it more as the semester progresses. For the time being, do not contact me through WebCampus. If you need to contact me use my regular email or phone listed on the first page. To log into WebCampus, go to: Your WebCampus ID is your Great Basin College email address ID. If you don't have a GBC email address or don't remember your address go to swami.scsr.nevada.edu or the Technology Help Desk , or 753-2167. Passwords will be sent by mail to students who register for their course(s) 5 days before the semester begins. If you register after this time or did not receive a letter by mail, contact the Help Desk as soon as possible.
Miscellaneous Policies:
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: GBC supports providing equal access for students with disabilities. An advisor is available to discuss appropriate accommodations with students. Please contact the ADA Officer (Julie Byrnes) at 775-753-2271 at your earliest convenience to request timely and appropriate accommodations.
Academic Honesty Statement: Great Basin College considers academic honesty one of its highest values. A student who obtains academic credit for work that is not the product of his or her own effort is being dishonest and undermining the academic integrity of the college. Students are expected to be the sole authors of their work. Use of another’s ideas must be accompanied by specific citation and reference. In addition, a learner may not submit the same work for credit in more than one course. The disciplinary consequences of plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty include non-acceptance of work submitted, a failing grade in the course, and/or or other disciplinary action as outlined in Great Basin College’s Student Conduct Policy.
Cell Phone Policy: Cell phones must be turned off or to vibrate before class and left off during class. Neither phoning nor text messaging is permitted.
Campus Security:GBC is committed to the safety of our students and has a duty to promote awareness and prevention programs for violence on campus under the Jeanne Clery Act as well as the Campus SaVE (Sexual Violence Elimination Act) and VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), which are amendments to Clery. Acts of violence include, but are not limited to, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Acts of violence can occur on the physical campus or centers of GBC in addition to field placement sites, clinical practice settings, and other places where college or class activities occur.As well, the online environment at GBC is considered a GBC site.If you experience any incidence where your safety has been threatened or violated, or if you feel threatened or harassed, immediately report this to me, any center director, faculty, or staff member, or directly to the Director of Environmental Health, Safety & Security(775.753.2115) or the Vice President for Student Services(775.753.2282).
This syllabus does not in any way represent a contract. It is a reflection of the intent of the instructor, but do recognize that it is an organic construct that may change as the semester progresses. Any changes will be announced in class.
Catalog Description:
BIOL 223 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
The morphology and physiology of cells, tissues, and the integumentary,skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems in a laboratory and lecture class. Designed for all life science majors but specifically for students in allied healthprograms. Concurrent enrollment in a corresponding lab section is required for this course. Prerequisite: Must have completed or be taking BIOL 190.
Student Outcomes
Outcome / Measurement of this outcome (assessment devices listed)Students will be able to describe and solve
problems involving the structures and functions of cells / Exams, lab practicals
Students will be able to describe and solve
problems involving the structures and functions of tissues / Exams, lab practicals
Students will be able to describe and solve problems involving the structures and functions of the integumentary system / Exams, lab practicals
Students will be able to describe and solve
problems involving the structures and functions of the skeletal system / Exams, lab practicals
Students will be able to describe and solve
problems involving the structures and functions of the muscular system / Exams, lab practicals
Students will be able to describe and solve
problems involving the structures and functions of the nervous system / Exams, lab practicals
Students will show proficiency in the use of scientific terminology. / Exams, lab practicals