NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:	BIOL 2401 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
Course Prefix & Number:		BIOL 2401	Section Number:	100, 101, 102, 103	Semester/Year:	SP 2019
Semester Credit Hours:		4	Lecture Hours:	48	Lab Hours:	32
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.
Course Prerequisite(s):
Required or Recommended Course Materials: REQUIRED: Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 11th ed., Martini ISBN 9780134396026                 Access code for MyLAB & Mastering A&P – compatible with CANVAS – more details given in class NCTC A&P I Lab Manual – available via Canvas or may purchase a hardcopy without diagrams in the campus bookstore RECOMMENDED Gloves for dissections – gloves will not be provided for students in the lab; students must bring their own gloves if they wish to wear gloves during dissections; students will be required to participate in dissections

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Jaime Noles
Campus/Office Location:	Gainesville Campus Room 408
Telephone Number:	940-668-7731 ext. 4930
E-mail Address:	jnoles@nctc.edu

 

OFFICE HOURS

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
	8:00 – 9:20am	8:00 – 9:20am	8:00 – 9:20am
	11:00am – 12pm		1:30 – 3:30pm
	1:00 – 4:00 pm
ALL OTHER TIMES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

Lecture Learning Outcomes Use anatomical terminology to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered. Explain interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ functions in each system. Describe the interdependency and interactions of the systems. Explain contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis. Identify causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances. Describe modern technology and tools used to study anatomy and physiology.   Lab Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will: Apply appropriate safety and ethical standards. Locate and identify anatomical structures. Appropriately utilize laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, dissection tools, general lab ware, physiology data acquisition systems, and virtual simulations. Work collaboratively to perform experiments. Demonstrate the steps involved in the scientific method. Communicate results of scientific investigations, analyze data and formulate conclusions. Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills, including, but not limited to, inferring, integrating, synthesizing, and summarizing, to make decisions, recommendations and predictions.

 

GRADING CRITERIA

Description of Graded Course Elements	Possible Point Values
Lecture Attendance Quizzes -   Quizzes will be given in multiple ways – on paper, via Canvas, I-pad, etc.  and will be due at a     specified time.  Directions for these quizzes will be given in class so attendance is necessary.     No make-ups will be allow for attendance quizzes.	100pts
Homework Assignments – 6 @ 25 points each Each Unit will contain 2 homework assignments within the MyLab & Mastering Application through Canvas.  The homework must be completed by the assigned due date.  Additional homework may be assigned, however the top 6 best scores will be kept for grade calculation.	150 pts
Lecture Exams - 3 Exams @ 150 pts each Exams may be administered on paper/scantron or computer/iPad during assigned class time and will include a variety of question types to include but not limited to: multiple choice, true-false, multiple select, matching, short answer/essay. An OPTIONAL Comprehensive Final Exam (150 pts) will be administered – if a student scores higher on the comprehensive final it may replace the students lowest Lecture Unit Exam. STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO USE ANY AIDS OR RESOURCES ON THE EXAMS.  EXAMS MUST be completed in the time allotted.	450 pts
Lab Exams – 3 Lab Exams @ 75 pts each Exams will be administered on the computer/iPad in a proctored environment and will consist of drop-down selection questions. (This is subject to change depending upon technology availability).  STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO USE ANY AIDS OR RESOURCES ON THE EXAM.	225 pts
Lab Quizzes – Best 5 out of 6 quizzes @ 15 points each Quizzes maybe online or on paper.  If online, students will be given an access code to take the online lab quiz.  Scores for the quizzes will only be valid if the student attended the laboratory sessions pertaining to that quiz.  These MUST be completed by the set deadline. PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS WHO DO NOT PROPERLY CLEAN AND STORE THEIR LABORATORY MATERIALS WILL RECEIVE A GRADE OF “0” FOR THEIR POST-LAB QUIZ THAT DAY REGARDLESS OF THEIR SCORE ON THE QUIZ.	75 pts
TOTAL POSSIBLE COURSE POINTS	1000 pts

 

 

The final course grade will be determined on the basis of the combined performance in both lab and lecture.

OVERALL COURSE GRADES ARE DETERMINED AS FOLLOWS:

A = 900 + total points

B = 800 – 899 total points

C = 700 – 799 total points

D = 600 – 699 total points

F = 0 – 599 total points

 

EXTRA CREDIT IS NOT GIVEN

·    Bonus questions/assignments are sometimes made available.  This is the ONLY opportunity to acquire extra points in the course.

·    Extra Credit assignments are not given to ANY student for ANY reason

 

Grades WILL NOT be given out over the phone or via personal email, nor will grades be discussed with any individual other than the student. All grades will be recorded in CANVAS, so students can monitor their grades using CANVAS grades.  Due to bonus points sometimes being given in Canvas the percent average calculated by CANVAS is often incorrect.  Students should look at the point total and divide by the total possible points at the time to determine a current percent grade.  In the end the point total is what determines the grade – NOT the percent calculated by CANVAS.

 

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Dates, and Grading Criteria)

This is a tentative schedule and is subject to change.  Notice will be given in class of any changes made making regular attendance a MUST in order to stay up to date.

 

Week	Lecture	Lab	Quizzes/Homework
1	Chapter 1 – 5 Intro. to A&P, Chemical, Cellular and Tissue Level of Organization, Integumentary System	1, 2, 3
2		4, 5	LAB Quiz #1
3		6
4		7, 8	Homework 1 & 2 DUE
5	Lecture Test #1	Catch-up & Review	LAB Quiz #2
6	Chapters 6-11 Bone Structures/Function, Axial/Appendicular Skeleton, Joints, Muscle Tissue & System	LAB EXAM #1
7		9, 10A-B
3/11-16 Spring Break
8		11A-B	Lab Quiz #3
9		12, 13	Homework 3 & 4 DUE
10	Lecture Test #2	Finish up 13, Review	Lab Quiz #4
11	Chapter 12-17 Nervous System, Tissues, Nerves, Reflexes, Integration, Special Senses	LAB EXAM #2
12		14, 15, 16	Lab Quiz #5
13		17, 18
14		19, Review	Lab Quiz #6 Homework 5 & 6 DUE
15	Lecture Test #3	LAB EXAM #3
16	FINAL EXAM – see final exam schedule for date and time

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is ___April 4, 2019____.

 

ADDITIONAL ATTENDANCE & COURSE SPECIFIC POLICIES:

          Students should attend class regularly to stay current on material and deadlines.

In the event of an absence the student must contact the instructor in order to determine IF the absence is valid and material/assignments can be obtained.  If it is determined that a student has a valid absence, please note that quizzes/tests may be in a different format and must be completed at the time determined by the instructor.  No make-ups are given for attendance quizzes.

 

Students should contact the instructor immediately (right when it happens) upon encountering any issues with computer failure, course availability, etc. so that it does not interfere with pending deadlines.

 

Students who elect to quit working in the course or who decide to no longer attend are required to complete a drop slip with the Registrar’s Office.  Students who fail to complete a drop slip will accumulate a grade of “0” on all incomplete assignments which could lead to a final grade of F.

THE INSTRUCTOR RETAINS THE RIGHT TO DROP STUDENTS FROM THE COURSE WHO HAVE EXCESSIVE ABSENCES OR FAIL TO MEET THE ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURSE.

 

During exams/quizzes/lab exams: 

Students are not allowed to leave once an exam has started.  All electronic devices will be stored away during exams/quizzes.  If you utilize any device during an exam/quiz (lab or lecture), academic dishonesty procedures will be followed.

 

Laboratory Attendance:

Laboratory attendance is REQUIRED.  Students should be punctual; chronic tardiness is unacceptable. Students are expected to remain in the laboratory for the duration of the scheduled class period. Students who have schedule conflicts need to drop and enroll at a later date when they are able to attend the course for the duration of the scheduled period.  Students who cannot attend the laboratory regularly will be required to drop the course. DO NOT ASK TO ARRIVE LATE AND LEAVE EARLY.  Students must be on time and present for the duration of the laboratory class to receive the attendance code necessary to complete any lab follow-up quizzes.

 

Expectations for Laboratory Attendance/Behavior:

1.   You must be punctual. A roll sheet will be signed each time you attend lab. You must be present at the beginning of lab to sign the roll sheet.

2.   NO FOOD OR DRINK will be permitted in the laboratory. Students will store food or drink in their bags or leave them in their vehicle.

3.   STUDENTS ARE TO BE PREPARED WHEN THEY ARRIVE! You should have the proper materials for class and should have the material ready for the day. Do not arrive and then ask to go retrieve or print the necessary materials. Students will be instructed before each week what material should be studied prior to coming to the laboratory. This is intended to prepare the student to make the most of the time allowed in the laboratory session. There will be a significant amount of material to cover each lab during the allotted time. It will be imperative to come to class having looked over what will be covered to be successful in the lab.

4.   You must attend the lab section in which you are enrolled.

5.   Students are expected to clean their lab tables and area before exiting the room. Laboratory items (models, microscopes, etc.) should be returned to their proper locations neatly. 

  

THE INSTRUCTOR RETAINS THE RIGHT TO DISMISS ANY STUDENT WHO EXHIBITS BEHAVIORS DISTRACTIVE TO THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (i.e. talking while the instructor is providing instructions or lecture; entering or leaving room while the instructor is providing instruction/lecture, inappropriate use of cell phone, etc.).

 

PLEASE SILENCE YOUR ELECTRONIC DEVICES during lecture and lab.

PLEASE use CANVAS as your first method of contact for the course.

No guests are allowed in the classroom/laboratory.

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.

If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-3300.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 111 in Gainesville.

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________ 

o Communication

o Mathematics  

• Life and Physical Science

o Language, Philosophy & Culture

o Creative Arts

o American History

o Government/Political Science

o Social and Behavioral Sciences

o Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Empirical and Quantitative
• Teamwork

o  Personal Responsibility

o  Social Responsibility

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY