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Essential Objectives

Course Syllabus


Revision Date: 06-Aug-23
 

Fall 2023 | BIO-2011-VU02 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I


In Person Class

Standard courses meet in person at CCV centers, typically once each week for the duration of the semester.

Location: Winooski
Credits: 4
Day/Times: Tuesday & Thursday, 06:00P - 08:45P
Semester Dates: 09-05-2023 to 12-14-2023
Last day to drop without a grade: 09-25-2023 - Refund Policy
Last day to withdraw (W grade): 11-06-2023 - Refund Policy
This course has started, please contact the offering academic center about registration
Materials/Lab Fees: $125.00

Faculty

Gary Ciambrone
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Hiring Coordinator for this course: Jennifer Guarino

General Education Requirements


This section meets the following CCV General Education Requirement(s) for the current catalog year:
VSCS Natural Science
    Note
  1. Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.
  2. Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

This is the first semester of a two-semester course which examines the structure and functions of the human body. Topics include fundamental principles of cell and tissue structure, gross anatomical and physiological organization, electrochemical communication systems and muscle physiology. This is a laboratory course that involves hands-on or simulated laboratory experiences. Prior learning in basic algebra, and chemistry or biology are recommended.


Essential Objectives


1. Describe cellular structure and communication as it relates to the use of organic and inorganic molecules, enzymes, membrane transport mechanisms, cell reproduction, and protein synthesis.
2. Demonstrate the use of anatomical terms for planes, directions, and locations as related to systems of the human body and describe the gross and microscopic anatomical organization of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
3. Identify and describe the histological characteristics of connective, epithelial, nervous and muscle tissues and explain how the physiological roles of each ensure homeostasis.
4. Analyze the integumentary system for its role and structure in the human body.
5. Discuss the gross and microscopic anatomy of the skeletal system and identify the functions and role of joints and articulations.
6. Discuss the gross and microscopic anatomy of the muscular system and the physiology of muscular contraction.
7. Describe the pathway and mechanisms by which skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems interact.
8. Describe the structure and function of the peripheral and central nervous systems, including how electrical signals are generated and communicated throughout the human body.
9. Describe diseased states and how they impact different organ systems.
10. Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, interpreting, evaluating and applying quantitative data and information.
11. Explain how knowledge created in the natural sciences has contributed to the creation, maintenance and dismantling of social inequalities and discuss the impacts of diversity and inclusion on scientific research and practice.
Lab Objectives:
1. Apply knowledge of the scientific method to:
a. formulate and evaluate real-world scientific questions;
b. ethically plan and implement accurate data collection;
c. analyze and evaluate data;
d. generate conclusions based on analysis and justify claims with evidence;
e. integrate the related work of other scientists; and
f. propose ideas for further inquiry.
2. Communicate findings in a format appropriate to the discipline and type of investigation, such as a laboratory notebook, laboratory report, observational study, field investigation report, poster, or presentation using appropriate evidence to support these findings.
3. Understand the structure and purpose of peer-reviewed publications.
4. Complete labs in the following areas: introduction to anatomy, cellular function, tissues (with an emphasis on skin), the skeletal system, the muscular system, and the nervous system (including the brain and integration of the nervous system).
5. Evaluate scientific information for validity, accuracy, reliability, and methodology.
6. Identify and follow lab safety techniques that are aligned with CCV’s Chemical Hygiene Plan, Lab Safety Agreements, and chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDS).


Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV IT Support page. https://support.ccv.edu/general/computer-recommendations/

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.


Required Textbooks and Resources

This course uses one or more textbooks/books/simulations.

Fall 2023 textbook details will be available on 2023-05-03. On that date a link will be available below that will take you to eCampus, CCV's bookstore. The information provided there will be specific to this class. Please see this page for more information regarding the purchase of textbooks/books.

The last day to use a Financial Aid Advance to purchase textbooks/books is the 3rd Tuesday of the semester. See your financial aid counselor at your academic center if you have any questions.


Methods

We will access a variety of techniques to learn the material. Lecture material will include animations, videos, and PowerPoint visual aids, and we will also include group discussions, independent study (the “Louis Pasteur and the Scientific Method” assignment and an optional Extra Credit Paper on a disease of your choice), homework assignments in the A&P Coloring Workbook Study Guide, and hands-on laboratory experiences. I encourage all students to talk to me concerning my teaching techniques so that we can work together to overcome any problem that you may experience while learning this material. Two-way communication is vital so that you get the explanation that you need for your success. My motto while teaching this material is that if it doesn’t make sense then I haven’t taught it correctly. Physiology has to make intuitive sense and be logical because it’s a science. And always remember that the only question that is stupid is the one that was never asked!


Evaluation Criteria

Assignments: Textbook chapters, chapter notes (provided by me) and PowerPoint slides must be read & studied before class. Homework assignments, consisting of filling out Study Guide Coloring Book sections, need to be completed and recorded by me before each class. These assignments are worth a total of 140pts.

Lecture Exams: There will be 4 lecture exams that will consist of 50 multiple choice questions worth two points each. Lecture exams cover material presented and discussed in lecture (not lab material). The exams will be 75min long. Extra time will not be granted, even if you arrive late. Further discussion of the covered material will occur after the exam or new material with be discussed.

Laboratory Exercises: Must be completed by the end of the laboratory period.

Lab Exams: There will be 4 lab exams. They will consist of 25-32 multiple choice questions worth two points each. Lab exams will cover material from the lab (not lecture material).

Scientific Method Assignment: Each student must review the material in the PowerPoint presentation labeled “Louis Pasteur and the Scientific Method” and the material in the Word file labeled “Notes on Louis Pasteur Scientific Method with Pos Neg Controls”. After analysis of these materials, the student will analyze the experiment presented by Louis Pasteur for adherence to the scientific method and discuss how Dr. Pasteur significantly improved the method. A grading rubric will be assigned to this assignment to clarify requirements for successful completion. Further information will be given in this assignment’s module within Canvas. This assignment is worth 150pts.

In-Class Discussions: Each student will participate in all small group “Think, Pair, Share” events, and all large group discussions. There will be 5 discussions, each worth 10pts.

Extra Credit Project: All students will have the opportunity to do an extra credit paper on the disease of their choice. This paper will be worth 5% of the total grade and will be able to improve your overall grade by half a grade level.


Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

 HighLow
A+10098
A Less than 9893
A-Less than 9390
B+Less than 9088
B Less than 8883
B-Less than 8380
C+Less than 8078
C Less than 7873
C-Less than 7370
D+Less than 7068
D Less than 6863
D-Less than 6360
FLess than 60 
P10060
NPLess than 600


Weekly Schedule


Week/ModuleTopic  Readings  Assignments
 

1

Week

Day

Date

Lecture Topics

Textbook Assigned Readings

Lab Exer.

Lab Exams

1

T

9/5

Course Intro & Expectations

Laboratory Safety Forms

Sci. Meth.:Louis Pasteur Paper

Human Body: An Orientation

Chap. 1

SM PPT

Th

9/7

Human Body: An Orientation

Chap. 1

Ex. 1

2

T

9/12

Chemistry Comes Alive

Chap. 2

Ex. 1

Th

9/14

Chemistry Comes Alive

Chap. 2

Ex. 2 (Rat Dissection)

3

T

9/19

Cells: The Living Units

Chap. 3

App. A,

Ex. 3

Th

9/21

Cells: The Living Units

Chap. 3

Ex. 4, 5

4

T

9/26

Lecture Exam 1

Ex. 4, 5

Th

9/28

Tissue: The Living Fabric

Human Evolution Discussion

Chap. 4

Ex. 5, 6

5

T

10/3

Louis Pasteur Paper Due

Tissue: The Living Fabric

The Integumentary System

Chap. 4

Chap. 5

Ex. 5, 6

Th

10/5

The Integumentary System

Chap. 5

Lab Exam 1

6

T

10/10

Bones & Skeletal Tissue

Chap. 6

Ex. 7, 8

Th

10/12

The Skeleton & Joints

Chaps. 7 & 8

Ex. 7, 8

7

T

10/17

The Skeleton & Joints

Chaps. 7 & 8

Ex. 9, 10

Th

10/19

Lecture Exam 2

Ex. 9, 10

8

T

10/24

Muscles & Muscle Tissues

Chap. 9

Lab Exam 2

Th

10/26

Muscles & Muscle Tissues

Chap. 9

9

T

10/31

The Muscular System

Chap. 10

Ex. 11, 12

Th

11/2

The Muscular System

Chap. 10

Ex. 11, 12

10

T

11/7

Fundamentals Nervous Tissue

Chap. 11

Ex. 11, 12

Th

11/9

Fundamentals Nervous Tissue

Chap. 11

Lab Exam 3

11

T

11/14

The Central Nervous System

Chap. 12

Th

11/16

Lecture Exam 3

12

T

11/21

The Central Nervous System

Chap. 12

Ex. 13, 14 (Sheep Brain Dissection)

Th

11/23

Thanksgiving No Class

13

T

11/28

Peripheral Ner. Focus Sensory

Chap. 13

Ex. 13, 14

Th

11/30

Peripheral Ner. Focus Sensory

Chap. 13

Ex. 15, 16

14

T

12/5

Peripheral Ner. Focus Auton Output

Chap. 14

Ex. 15, 16

Th

12/7

Peripheral Ner. Focus Auton Output

Chap. 14

(Reflexology)

15

T

12/12

Somatic & Auton. Sensory Pathways & Somatic Motor Pathways

Chap. 12a

Lab Exam 4

Th

12/14

Lecture Exam 4

Extra Credit Due

    
 

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

  • In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
  • Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
  • Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.


Participation Expectations

How do you succeed in this course? The most important thing is to be prepared before coming to the class lecture. This means having read the appropriate chapter in the book, completed the appropriate study guide material (in the A&P Coloring Workbook Study Guide) for that chapter, and looked over and assimilated the information in the PowerPoint slides for that chapter so that you are prepared for the lecture during class. The PowerPoint slides represent a summary of each chapter and contain visual aids for comprehending the material. We will be referring to these visual aids during our discussions. Also, there are videos that are imbedded in most of the Canvas modules for each chapter. These videos will help you focus on the important material in each chapter. Outside of class, during your further studying, there are other resources in the modules to help. Check out the Study Focal Points and the Notes on Chapters that are present for each chapter in the modules. Use these focal points and notes to help guide your studying. Also, you must review the laboratory exercises and/or instruction sheets before coming to the lab to do the experiment or procedure. If you don’t keep up with the assignments and don’t spent time getting familiar with the material, you will not do well in the course.



Missing & Late Work Policy

For all assignments, exams, online activities, discussions, and any other materials that are graded and have a due date, submitting them late will result in a grade of zero. The following circumstances will allow you to submit those materials up to 1 week late, however, you must contact me within 24hrs of the circumstance (and sometimes this may include a doctor’s note) in order to qualify for the extension.

  1. Death in the family
  2. Significant illness (you will have to produce a doctor’s note to be able to submit the material late)
  3. Car accident with injury
  4. Family emergency other than a death
  5. Other unforeseen circumstances as they arise

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:


CCV strives to mitigate barriers to course access for students with documented disabilities. To request accommodations, please
  1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
  2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
  3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.


Academic Integrity


CCV has a commitment to honesty and excellence in academic work and expects the same from all students. Academic dishonesty, or cheating, can occur whenever you present -as your own work- something that you did not do. You can also be guilty of cheating if you help someone else cheat. Being unaware of what constitutes academic dishonesty (such as knowing what plagiarism is) does not absolve a student of the responsibility to be honest in his/her academic work. Academic dishonesty is taken very seriously and may lead to dismissal from the College.