Anatomy and Physiology I

Course Details

Course Number: BIOL 1134 Section Number: 201

Spring 2012

Location: Bolin Hall

Classroom Number: 127

Days & Times:

MWF 10:00-10:50 A.M.

Course Attachments

Anatomy and Physiology I Syllabus - Schedule A&P1 Syllabus-20120320-182656.doc

Textbooks

Human Anatomy and Physiology, 8th ed.
Lecture Text
ISBN: 9780805395693

Human A&P Laboratory Manual (cat version), 10th ed
Laboratory Text
ISBN: 9780321616128

MSU Faculty Member

Dr. Roy C Vogtsberger
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Course Objectives

This course is a general overview of the structure and function of the human body. This part of the course should allow the student to become familiar with the following aspects of the topic:

general orientation of the human body including levels of structural organization, anatomical terminology, and the importance of homeostasis
chemical basis of life processes
cellular basis of life
histology/microscopic anatomy
integumentary system
bones and the skeletal system including introduction to joints
muscles and the muscular system
nerves and the components of the nervous system
sense organs and the special senses

Course Expectations

Class Requirements: This class contains both a lecture and separate lab component to it. You must be registered in both the lecture and one of the separate labs and attend both. There are no prerequisites for this course. This course meets the general education requirement for a science course in the core curriculum.

Grading Standards

Lecture Exams: There will be four, equally-weighted major exams (including the final exam) that will each be worth 18.75% of your overall grade for the class. The final exam will NOT be comprehensive but will cover all of the material since the previous exam. Lecture exams will all be a multiple choice testing format.

Course Grading: The following is a breakdown of your final course grade:

Test #1 =18.75%

Test #2 =18.75%

Test #3 =18.75%

Final Exam =18.75%

Lecture Grade total =75% + Lab Grade =25% = Total Course Grade 100%

The grading scale used to determine your letter grade for the course is as follows:

A = 90-100%

B = 80-89%

C = 70-79%

D = 60-69%

F = below 60%

Final Exam5/9/2012 10:30-12:30

Submission Format Policy

None.

Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

Make-up exams will be administered ONLY FOR EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES OR UNIVERSITY-AUTHORIZED ABSENCES. You MUST present a valid university excuse to me and/or make arrangements with me BEFORE an exam is missed in order to be able to make up a missed lecture exam. If a make-up exam is granted, it should be taken immediately (i.e. before exams are passed back to the class). DO NOT MISS AN EXAM!!!! Academic honesty must be practiced at all times.

Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

Students with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.

Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Class Attendance: You are expected to attend all classes. A lot of material is presented in each class period, which makes it easy to fall behind if a class is missed. If you miss a class, it is YOUR responsibility to get class notes from classmates or any handouts from your instructor. Students with excessive absences may be dropped from the course. Missing more than two laboratory meetings will result in a failing grade for BIOL 1134. Students should refer to the current MSU Handbook and Activities Calendar for university policy on academic dishonesty, class attendance, student rights and activities. For example, see page 43 for information on class attendance policy and page 4 for the student honor creed.

Other Policies

**ALL PAGERS OR PHONES SHOULD BE OFF IN THE CLASSROOM**

Students with disabilities must be registered with Disability Support Services before classroom accommodations can be provided.

Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.