Human Anatomy and Physiology I
COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE NUMBER: Biol 2401
COURSE NAME: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
HOURS: Lecture 3, Laboratory 3
SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS: 4

REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS: A minimum of four major exams, a minimum of two laboratory practicals, and one comprehensive final examination.

PREREQUISITE: A score of 17 or above on the Amarillo College Reading Placement test or a grade of C or above in RDNG 0133.

DESCRIPTION OF COURSE: A detailed study of the human organism according to levels of chemical and structural organization with special reference to cytology, histology, and organs of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems and fluid & electrolyte balance.

TEXTBOOKS:
Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, 6 th Edition, 2004, by Frederic H. Martini

Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Textbook , 2 nd Edition, 2002, by Robert Bauman and Steve Dutton

PURPOSE AND GOALS OF COURSE:
By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 60 percent competency level based on the completion of a minimum of Four (4) major exams, two (2) laboratory practicals, and a comprehensive post examination not to exceed two hours. These will be administered under the supervision of the instructor.

PERFORMANCE/LEARNING OBJECTIVES (MINIMUM COMPETENCIES):
After studying the material presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:

1. Describe the different organizational levels of the body from the chemical aspect and cells through systems.
2. Define the integument system to include functions.
3. Discuss the components and functions of the skeletal system.
4. Define the four principal types of bones.
5. Describe the various bones to include markings on the surface of bones.
6. Contrast the structure, kind of movement, and location of synarthrotic, amphiarthrotic and diarthrotic joints.
7. List the characteristics and functions of muscle tissue.
8. Describe the relationship between bones and skeletal muscles in producing body movements.
9. Describe the structural characteristics of the neuron.
10. Discuss the nerve impulse.
11. Describe the structural and functional divisions of the nervous system.
12. Discuss sensory function of the nervous system: cutaneous and special senses.
13. Describe the autonomic function of the nervous system: sympathetic and parasympathetic functions.
14. Compare the electrolytic concentration of the three major fluid cavities.

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EVALUATION:
The final grades of A (90-100), B (80-89), C 70-79), D (60-69), and F (below 60) will be computed as the average of the earned grades from: At least four major lecture examinations and two laboratory practical exams given during the semester or period of instruction in the class. The lowest of the lecture exam grades will be a drop grade. The cumulative final examination is mandatory. Lecture average counts as 50% of the total grade. Laboratory average counts as 25% of the total grade, and the final exam grade counts as 25% of the total grade.

Credit is given at .5 and up. NO MAKEUP EXAMS WILL BE GIVEN.

A Excellent - 4 Grade Points

B Good - 3 Grade Points

C Average - 2 Grade Points

D Poor - 1 Grade Point

F Failing - 0 Grade Points

I Incomplete - Not Computed

W Withdrawal - Not Computed

N Non Credit - Not Computed

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore it is the responsibility of the student to attend class.

Please check the official posted deadline for dropping a class at Amarillo College during the semester. If you stop attending class and do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive and an F for the course.

No cell phones are allowed in lecture or laboratory.

NO FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN THE LABORATORY.