BIO 160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and

Course:
Physiology (CRN# 10443)

S Y L L A B U S Instructor: Dr. Matt Pearcy

Your Course Learning Plan
Time January 20th through May 11th (Spring 2010)
Frame:

     

A. Instructor Contact and Communications

Phone: 928-649-5486
E-mail address: Matt.Pearcy@yc.edu
Skype address: Mattpearcy

Office Location: VC.J 103

Office Hours: Office hours will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
and from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Office hours from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
will be held in the Learning Center. The rest of my office hours will
be in my office. Office hours will be held at alternate times by
appointment.
Classroom location: February 13th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm in VC.L 106
March 13th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm in VC.L 106
April 10th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm in VC.L 106
May 8th from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm in VC.L 106

B. General Course Information

Credit hours: 4.0
Course description: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology. Principles of
scientific method. Structural organization, homeostasis and control
mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and
function of the major systems of the body.

Prerequisite/Co-requisite: (YC Reading Proficiency Met Y or ACT Reading 17 or ASSET

Reading 38 or Accuplacer Reading 061 or Compass Reading 70 or
SAT Critical Reading 400 or Credit level ENG 083 Minimum Grade
of C)

Course purpose: The purpose of the course is to learn the fundamentals of human
anatomy and physiology.

Textbooks, software, Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 9th edition, by Elaine
supplies, equipment and N. Marieb
tools:
 C. Course Content and Outcomes

Course content: 1. Scientific method and physiological measurements

2. Structural organization of the body
3. Homeostasis and homeostatic control mechanisms
4. Specific chemistry concepts of the body
5. Integumentary system
6. Skeletal system and joints
7. Muscular system
8. Nervous system
9. Endocrine system
10. Cardiovascular system
11. Lymphatics and immune system
12. Respiratory system
13. Digestive system
14. Urinary system
15. Reproductive system
1. Use the scientific method to evaluate basic principles of human
Learning outcomes:
physiology. (1) (PBS 1)
2. Identify the unifying themes of human anatomy and physiology. (2)
(PBS 2)
3. Interpret numerical and graphical presentations of physiological
data. (1, 12) (PBS 3)
4. Explain the role of specific tools and equipment utilized in clinical
evaluation of human physiology. (1) (PBS 4)
5. Record or evaluate investigative results. (1) (PBS 5)
6. Describe the structural organization of the body. (2)
7. Describe homeostasis and homeostatic control mechanisms. (3)
8. Describe the specific chemistry concepts of the body. (4)
9. Describe the structure and function of the integumentary system and
body membranes, skeletal system and joints, muscular system,
nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic
system and immunity, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary
system, and the reproductive system. (5-15)
Assessments: Assessments for the class will include four in class, closed book,
exams covering the lecture material. The first three tests will be worth
100 points and the last test will be a 200 point comprehensive exam.
There will be 10 quizzes covering the lecture and lab material.
Students will complete 12 lab activities worth 25 points apiece.

Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:

3 in class exams at 100 pts apiece ……………….………….300 pts.
1 comprehensive final ……………………………............... 200 pts.
Quizzes:
10 quizzes at 20 pts. apiece .………………………………...200 pts.
Labs:
12 at 25 pts. apiece………………………………………….300 pts.
Total 1000 pts.
 Letter Grades: A = 900 – 1000 pts. B = 800 – 899 pts. C = 700 – 799 pts. D = 600 –
699 pts. F ≤ 698 pts.

Labs: Labs will be graded based on the quality and completeness of the lab
activities.

Quizzes: The quizzes will cover the material covered in both the lecture and lab
portion of the class.

Exams: There will be three exams worth 100 points throughout the semester.
The fourth exam will be a comprehensive final exam.

Absences: There are no make-ups allowed for labs or quizzes. Exams can be made
up with instructor permission only. If the student misses an exam the
excuse must be accompanied by documentation. (ie, Doctor’s excuse)
No extra credit work is allowed.

Student Resources (as applicable)

Library services: Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the Verde
Valley Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide
library network, which provides access to a wide-range of information
and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County. Possession of a
College library card entitles students to access materials housed at
member libraries. Instructors may place required course materials on
reserve in the library or make assignments that require the use of library
resources.

Learning Centers: A Learning Center is available on the Prescott and Verde Valley
Campuses. These centers provide a variety of learning support for
students including tutoring, adaptive computer and equipment for
students with disabilities, and a networked general computer lab.

Tutoring: Call for details: Prescott 776-2085 or Verde Valley 634-6562

Online resources and Online writing tutoring for any academic subject is available at
services: www2.yc.edu/content/learningcenters

Instructor Procedures and Institution Policies

Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings,
laboratories, and field trips. A student who expects to be absent due to
another school-sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must
make prior arrangements with the instructor. All course work must be
made up as directed by the instructor. A student who does not adhere to
instructor and College attendance requirements may be dropped from
the course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.

Course withdrawal: After the drop/add period closes, students may withdraw until the
deadline for student-initiated withdrawals. Withdrawals result in a "W"
on the permanent transcript.
For semester-length classes 14 weeks in length or longer, the withdrawal
deadline is November 1 in the Fall semester, April 1 in the Spring
 semester.
For classes of 4 days to 14 weeks in length, withdrawals are permitted
until the class is 50 percent completed.
For classes of 1-3 days in length, withdrawals are permitted until the
class is 50 percent completed.
A "Y" is noted on the permanent transcript for an administrative
withdrawal. More information can be obtained from the Admissions &
Registration Office.

Academic integrity: Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning

environment. The presentation of another individual’s work as one’s
own or the act of seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating,
plagiarism or other dishonest means are violations of the College’s
“Student Code of Conduct.” Definitions of plagiarism, cheating, and
violation of copyright and penalties for violation are available in the
Yavapai College General Catalog.

Student code of conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are
fundamental expectations for every student. The “Student Code of
Conduct” outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for
responding to allegations of student misconduct.

Disability support services: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services
to students with documented disabilities. Academic support services or
accommodations for mobility impaired students must be arranged
through the ADA Coordinator (Prescott Campus: 928.776.2079 or
Verde Valley Campus: (928.634.6563).

Cell phone and pager: Yavapai College is committed to providing a quality learning
environment. All cell phones and pagers must be placed in a non-
audible mode while in classrooms, computer labs, the library, the
learning center, and testing areas. Cell phones and pagers must be used
outside these facilities.

Preventing Harassment: Students are expected to respond and write in a professional and
appropriate manner when activities are assigned to create scenarios,
discuss opinions, present on a selected subject, or post to a web board.
Inappropriate language or objectionable material will not be tolerated
and could result in a failing grade for the class. Students and faculty
each have responsibility for maintain an appropriate learning
environment. Students who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards
may be subject to discipline. Faculty have the professional
responsibility to treat all students with understanding, dignity and
respect, to guide classroom discussion and to set reasonable limits on the
manner in which they and their students express opinions. Professional
courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to
individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, culture, religion,
politics, sexual orientation, gender variance and nationalities.
 BIO 160 Spring 2010 Tentative Class Schedule
The general course content for each class is listed below. The topics covered will include, but are not limited
to, the content listed below. The learning outcomes are addressed in the material covered every week. I reserve
the right to change the contents listed below. If the content is changed I will issue a new syllabus and syllabus
agreement form to insure that all students are aware of the changes.
Week Date Topic

1 Chapter 1
Course Content: Homeostasis and homeostatic control
 mechanisms

2 Quiz #1 is January 27th Chapter 2

Course Content: Specific chemistry concepts of the body

3 Quiz #2 is February 3rd Chapter 3

Course Content: Structural organization of the body

4 Exam #1 is February 13th Chapter 4

Course Content: Integumentary system

5 Quiz #3 is February 17th Chapter 5

Course Content: Skeletal system and joints

6 Quiz #4 is February 24th Chapter 6

Course Content: Muscular system

7 Quiz #5 is March 3rd Chapter 7

Course Content: Nervous system

8 Exam #2 is March 13th Chapters 9 and 10

Course Content: Endocrine system and cardiovascular
system

9 SPRING BREAK!

10 Quiz #6 is March 24th Chapter 11

Course Content: Cardiovascular system

11 Quiz #7 is March 31st Chapter 12

Course Content: Lymphatics and immune system

12 Exam #3 is April 10th Chapter 13

Course Content: Respiratory system

13 Quiz #8 is April 14th Chapter 14

Course Content:
Learning Outcome: Digestive system

14 Quiz #9 is April 21st Chapter 15

Course Content: Urinary system

15 Quiz #10 is April 28th Chapter 16

Course Content: Reproductive system

16 Final Exam is May 8th

 BIO 160 General Lab Schedule for Spring 2010
Week Date Topic Covered
4 1. Exam #1
January 13th
2. Microscope Lab
3. Cells Lab
4. Tissues Lab
8 1. Exam #2
March 13th
2. Skeletal System Lab
3. Muscular System Lab
4. Nervous System Lab
12 1. Exam #3
April 10th
2. Cardiovascular System Lab
 3. Blood Typing Lab
4. Eye Dissection
16 1. Exam #4
May 8th
2. Respiratory System Lab
3. Urinary System Lab
4. Fetal Pig Dissection