NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE AND INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Course title: Anatomy and Physiology II
Course prefix, number, and section number: Biol 2402, section 0604
Semester/Year of course: Spring 2024
Semester start and end dates: January 16, 2024 – May 11, 2023
Modality (Face to face/Synchronous or Asynchronous online/Hybrid): Face to Face
Class meeting location, days, and times: Denton Campus (FSB Exchange) Room 100a, Wednesday 4:00 – 6:50 pm
Lab meeting location, days, and times: Denton Campus (FSB Exchange) Room 100a, Wednesday 7:00 pm – 8:50 pm
Semester credit hours: 4
Course description: Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive including nutrition, urinary including fluid and electrolyte balance, and reproductive including human development and genetics. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive including nutrition, urinary including fluid and electrolyte balance, and reproductive including human development and genetics. 48 lecture hours + 32 laboratory hours.
Course prerequisites: none
Required course materials: Book
Anatomy and Physiology from OpenStax Digital ISBN 1947172042
Link to Book:
https://openstax.org/details/books/anatomy-and-physiology?Student%20resources
Name of instructor: Dr. Doug Elrod
Office location: Denton campus room 100a.2
Telephone number: (940) 300 - 3744
E-mail address: daelrod@nctc.edu
Office hours for students: Mondays 8:30 – 9:30am; 2-4pm; 7-8pm
Tuesdays 8:30 – 9:30am; 1-2pm; 5-6pm
Wednesdays 8:30 – 9:30am; 11-12pm; 3-4pm; 9-10pm
SYLLABUS CHANGE DISCLAIMER
The faculty member reserves the right to make changes to this published syllabus if it is in the best interest of the educational development of this class. Any such changes will be announced as soon as possible in person and/or writing.
SUMMARY OF COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
List of graded assignments: homework, quizzes, lecture exams, lab exams
Final grade scale: A = 89.5-100, B = 79.5 – 89.4, C = 69.5 – 79.4, D = 59.5 – 69.4, F = 0 - 59.4
Late work policy: Late work will not be excepted unless there is an approved, documented, excused absence. This is at the discretion of the instructor.
SEE CANVAS FOR THE COMPLETE COURSE CALENDAR, OUTLINE, DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF GRADED WORK, AND OTHER RELATED MATERIAL.
COURSE POLICIES
Academic Integrity Policy: Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on exams, plagiarism, and collusion. See Student Handbook “Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student Conduct [FLB-(LOCL]” #18. Scholastic dishonesty results in a ZERO for the assignment or exam and any penalties imposed by the Dean of Students.
Attendance Policy: Consistent and attentive attendance is vital to academic success. The College views class attendance as an individual student responsibility. Students are expected to attend class and to complete all assignments. Students are expected to attend class regularly and may be dropped if absent for more than eight hours of instruction.
Withdrawal Policy
A student may withdraw from a course on or after the official date of record. It is the student’s responsibility to initiate and complete a Withdrawal Request Form.
Last day to withdraw from the course with a “W” is: April 1, 2024
Student Learning Outcomes:
Lecture
- 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
- 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.
Core Objectives:
Critical Thinking
Communication
Teamwork
Empirical and Quantitative Analysis
COLLEGE POLICIES
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the Student Handbook.
ADA STATEMENT
NCTC will adhere to all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations to afford equal educational opportunity. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the Office for Students with Disabilities to arrange appropriate accommodations. See the OSD Syllabus Addendum.
STUDENT SERVICES
NCTC provides a multitude of services and resources to support students. See the Student Services Syllabus Addendum for a listing of those departments and links to their sites.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
The student should contact the instructor to deal with any questions, concerns, or complaints specific to the class. If the student and faculty are not able to resolve the issue, the student may contact the chair or coordinator of the division. If the student remains unsatisfied, the student may proceed to contact the instructional dean.
Name of Chair/Coordinator: Jaime Noles
Office location: Gainesville 408
Telephone number: 940-668-7731 ext. 4930
E-mail address: jnoles@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean: Mary Martinson
Office location: Gainesville 1403
Telephone number: 940-668-7731 ext 4377
E-mail address: mmartinson@nctc.edu@nctc.edu
Student Services & Resources
Syllabus addendum/2023-2024
Advisors/Success Coaches help students explore majors and programs offered, identify the best combination of classes to meet their goals, navigate how and when to transfer, and motivate students to continue on their journey to academic and personal success. Students are assigned to a specific Advisor/Success Coach based on their major and can schedule in-person, phone, or virtual appointments through their online calendar!
Students also have access to FREE 24/7 telehealth counseling and medical appointments through TimelyCare and can contact one of our NCTC Counselors for help locating Community Resources or request assistance with housing, childcare, food, and other needs.
The Completion Center provides a variety of services for first-time in college students. This includes academic success coaching, goal setting, course planning, and connecting to resources for all new college students. Free online Success Seminars are available
through Student Lingo. New students will enroll in a First Year Experience (NCTC 1001) course to get started on the right track and can also qualify to join the National Society of Leadership and Success!
Student Services & Resources
Syllabus addendum/2023-2024
Who will you become? The Career Services Center (CSC) provides career development & job readiness coaching for students and alumni. Services are free and available at all NCTC campuses by appointment. Our NCTC Career Coaches can work with you to develop your resume, practice for interviews, and provide guidance and coaching toward your employment and career goals. To book an appointment, access our online job board (CareerLion by Handshake), or view additional resources and platforms, visit NCTC’s Career Services website or send an email to careerservices@nctc.edu!
Faculty and staff may refer students who are struggling academically as an Early Alert in an effort to provide needed intervention and support services. Students submitted as an Early Alert will be contacted by their Advisor/Success Coach through text, phone, and/or via their NCTC e-mail address to discuss any current challenges as well as helpful success strategies. Our Academic Recovery programs can also help you get back on track from Academic Probation or Suspension. We want our students to finish strong!
Additionally, the NCTC CARES Team is concerned not only about our students' academic success but also their emotional and physical well-being. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student, such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. Download our Campus Safety app, and if you feel there is an immediate threat to your welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.
The Office of Financial Aid provides students with guidance regarding state and federal financial assistance, such as the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or Veteran’s Benefits. Students who have exemptions or tuition waivers will also work with the Financial Aid Office to have these funds applied to their accounts. The NCTC Scholarship Office provides local scholarship opportunities through an online application process and our Business Office has payment plan options. Be sure to review all of the ways you can Pay for College or request assistance through our Emergency Aid fund.
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Students needing support for online classes and/or with Canvas specifically can visit our eLearning site for helpful tips or submit a ticket for Canvas support. For any other technical issues related to your OneLogin or accessing your needed technology on or off campus, please contact our ITS (Information Technology Services) Help Desk!
Student Life
Student Services & Resources
Syllabus addendum/2023-2024
Enrich your life at NCTC by participating in the opportunities NCTC has to offer for you! Get involved with Student Government Association to help improve the student experience. Connect with students and employee advocates within your Affinity Group. Gain leadership skills by joining an Honor Society like the National Honor Society of Leadership and Success or Phi Theta Kappa! Make friends in a Student Organization, if your interest is not on the list, learn how to create your own. Study Abroad and yes, payment plans are available. Download the NCTC App to learn about upcoming activities, communicate with other students and get immediate updates and feedback about all things NCTC! Learn about additional student resources as well as your rights and responsibilities through your Student Handbook.
The Student Success Center helps 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, Study Groups, and online tutoring. First generation students can also participate in TRIO whose mission is to equip historically underrepresented student populations with skills, experiences, and academic practices that assist them in achieving their educational goals. Student Success also offers a childcare assistance program for students who qualify!
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations, academic, and career counseling for students. Disclosure of a disability to college officials is not required unless requesting accommodations.
Contact the Testing Center with questions or scheduling information for the TSIA2 placement exam, CLEP, GED, TEAS, or exams that must be proctored for NCTC courses. Email your closest NCTC Testing Center at Corinth Testing, Denton Testing, Flower Mound Testing, Gainesville Testing, Bowie Testing, or Graham Testing.
The Registrar’s Office is here to help if you have transfer coursework, AP, or CLEP test credit to be applied to your NCTC transcript, need to request official transcripts, or have questions about a course withdrawal. They also work with our Advising and Graduation Offices to make sure you have all the credits you need to graduate from NCTC!
THE OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students with disabilities. OSD counselors and advisors also provide strategies for academic success; individual, career, and academic counseling services; referrals to campus and community services; and assistance with admission and registration.
Students with disabilities do not need to disclose their disabilities to college officials if they are not requesting any accommodations.
OSD is federally funded through the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Federal Grant.
NCTC is committed to making its degree and certificate programs accessible to all qualified persons in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA Amendments Act, and The Rehabilitation Act (1973), Section 504.
REQUEST SERVICES
New Students
Accommodations require preparation in advance. Please make your request before the semester begins to ensure complete coverage for the entire semester. You can certainly request accommodations after the semester starts, but please be aware that accommodations are not retroactive.
Accommodations begin when OSD approves them. In other words, the sooner, the better.
*Documentation is required before any accommodations can be provided. Depending on your diagnosis, this documentation should come from a medical doctor, psychologist, or other licensed or properly credentialed professional.
Current Students
Contact the OSD at the beginning of each semester well in advance of registration.
Contact Us
Please reach out to us to schedule an intake or if you have questions or concerns.
Wayne Smith, OSD Manager, kwsmith@nctc.edu, (940) 498-6207
Yvonne Sandmann, OSD Advisor, ysandmann@nctc.edu, (940) 668-3300
https://www.nctc.edu/osd
LIBRARY
NCTC has brick-and-mortar libraries on the Gainesville, Corinth, Flower Mound, or Bowie campuses that are staffed by credentialed librarians wanting to help you succeed in your college career. All students are welcome at any library.
On campus? Visit our website www.nctc.edu/libraries.
Off-campus? Our research databases are now available in OneLogin.
For Virtual Assistance from a librarian, please use https://www.nctc.edu/ask-a-librarian or schedule a virtual appointment in Upswing, accessed through OneLogin.
Please visit www.nctc.edu/libraries for the operating hours, phone number, and email of the library nearest you.