Houston Community College Biology 2401 / Human Anatomy and Physiology I Spring 2016, COURSE NUMBER //89724// Professor: Manhal Chbat, MD E-mail: manhal.chbat@hccs.edu TEXTBOOK: FUNDAMENTALS OF ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY, 10 TH, Frederic H. Martini, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Judi L. Nath, Lourdes University, Edwin F. Bartholomew. PEARSON. LAB MANUAL: Anatomy & Physiology I Laboratory Manual. 2 nd edition Bluedoor Publishing 2015. (bluedoorpublishing.com) ISBN# 978-1-59984-932-4 MEETING TYPE: In Person Location: Katy Campus Date & Time: Tuesdays 11:00 am - 02:00 pm Room 308 Thursdays 11:00 am - 02:00 pm Room 307A COURSE DESCRIPTION: Study of structure and function of the human cells, tissues and organ systems including integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. PREREQUISITE: General Biology (biology 1406 or an equivalent course is recommended) 4 hours credit (3 lecture- 3 laboratory) is highly recommended. COURSE INTENT: This course is intended to familiarize the health science majors with anatomy, morphology, and physiology at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels of the human body. EACH STUDENT MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SYLLABUS AND THE FOLLOWING POINTS. STUDENTS MUST SIGN AND TURN IN THE LAST PAGE TO THE INSTRUCTOR ON THE FIRST DAY. Course Student Learning Outcomes: BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 1
1. Students will be able to understand and apply the principals of homeostasis and the importance of feedback loops. PSLO* #1 2. Students will be able to evaluate information and make conclusions based on their knowledge of membrane transport. PSLO#1 3. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of muscle structure to explain how muscles function. PSLO#1 4. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of the structure of the skeletal system to its functions. PSLO#1 5. Students will be able to understand and apply their knowledge of changes in polarity on membrane potential. PSLO#1 6. Students will be able to apply and demonstrate their knowledge concerning reflex arcs PSLO#s 1 and 2 7. Students will be able to apply the knowledge gained in lab utilizing anatomical models, physiological experiments, histological slides and the compound light microscope. PSLO#3 8. Students will utilize online interactive evaluation tools to gauge their understanding of key anatomical and physiological concepts prior to lecture/examinations/quizzes where applicable. PSLO#3 & 4 Learning Objectives: 1. Consistently able to demonstrate understanding and application of feedback loops on homeostasis without the instructor s help. 2. Consistently able to explain membrane transport and determine the outcome of scenarios concerning membrane transport 3. Always able to describe muscle structure and use that knowledge to explain muscle function 4. Always able to apply knowledge of the structure of the skeletal system to its functions. 5. Consistently able to demonstrate knowledge of interactions involving changes in membrane polarity without the instructor s help. 6. Consistently able to demonstrate all parts, functions, and steps involved in a reflex arc. 7. Consistently prepared and able to demonstrate skills using the body system models and laboratory techniques at the classroom standards. Consistently able to find and focus the specimen on the microscope slide without the instructor s help. BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 2
8. Consistently uses online tools to prepare for class, always ready for classroom discussions and instructor s Q&A sessions, completes all online quizzes prior to due date. GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Attendance is required for the lab and online Login is expected. Students with 12.5 % absences (4 meeting days) are subject for administrative withdrawal. It is the student s responsibility to sign each roll during the session or be present when roll is called. Students who do not comply run the risk of being reported as nonattending to the Registrar. Non-attendance will result in the student being purged from the class. You will be considered absent when you have not initiated the attendance roster or you are not present at the time of taking the roll. A grade of (F) will be assigned for the course as a result for your unexcused absences Note: Students who never attend the class before the official date of record (Feb 1 st ) may be dropped from the class by the admission for absences and will not be allowed to re enroll. 2. Students are expected to participate in all scheduled examinations and quizzes, any missing exams, quizzes, assignment, reports, or late submission will result in a grade of (F) obtained for the particular work, a grade of (F) will lower your average in the course may result in failing the class. Exams may be scheduled at the testing center or in the class and should be taken on time and date determined on the schedule, other assignments, exams, and quizzes may be scheduled online and will have time frame to be submitted. Online exams and quizzes may be subject to proctor or monitoring to prevent cheating and validate the exams. Students may be allowed one make up (excluding lab and final exams) during the entire semester under certain circumstances when the appropriate documentation is provided. The lab exam to be taken in the lab room on the date and time scheduled (No make up to be given for a missing lab exam.) Regarding the online submission of any assessment; for instance, an exam that is scheduled online with a deadline of Tue at 11 pm and has only 1-hour duration, can be started the latest on Tue at 9:59 pm. You will not be permitted to start the test unless you have enough time to submit it. (*Pop quizzes may be given at various times during the semester (unannounced) to make sure students keep up with the course material. The points gained on the pop quizzes will be added to the total semester points. If points are not obtained on the quizzes this will not affect the semester total. The % of all the Extra points earned during the semester to be determined at the end of the semester and will be added to your total points earned during the semester. Pop quizzes can be given at any time during the session. No make up for Pop quizzes) 3. Laboratory: Students are expected to abide by the rules of safety at all times during the laboratory exercises. Students work in groups during the laboratory sessions, but individual participation is expected in completion of laboratory BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 3
reports. These reports are to be completed and turned in at the end of the session or when requested. A grade will be given for each report. To encourage timely submission of laboratory reports points will be deducted if they are turned in late or at the time of the laboratory examination (other instruction maybe given during the semester regarding the submission of your lab reports.) 4. Students will be assigned supplemental work using eagle online server including quizzes, exams and other assignments. Further instruction will be provided in class and during the semester. http://eo2.hccs.edu/ 5. Scholastic dishonesty during examination: a verbal warning will be issued if dishonesty is suspected with a possible F entered for the test grade. If it should become a chronic and persistent problem the student will be advised to withdraw from the course (in the testing center you follow the rules and the regulations as instructed). All exams and quizzes to remain confidential at all times. Students are not allowed to copy, print, discuss or pass the exams or quizzes to others under any circumstances. This may result in a grade of (F) on that particular work. 6. Student conduct: abusive language or disruptive behavior by a student(s) will not be tolerated. If such situations arise Campus security will be immediately notified and the appropriate action taken. Within the DE class, such behavior in the chat room or by e-mail will result in a grade of (F) and the responsible party may be dropped from the class. All the activities in this class and between the students to be related to the subject, no advertisement of any kind allowed in the class, any inappropriate activities will be reported and will not be tolerated. Inappropriate comments toward other students or the professor will not be tolerated and will result in immediate action. Should a conflict of any kind arise during the session; all parties involved must come to the professor to look into the matter. 7. Cell Phones and other Electronics: All Electronics including cell phones, pagers.etc to be turned off in the lab and the classroom. If for any reason you have to make an emergency phone call or check your phone you should walk out of the lab and return after. 8. Children are not allowed in the class or the lab at any time. 9. Student handbook- important information for all students. Also contains the mission statement of the Houston Community College System (available online at HCCS home page.) 10. Core Curriculum: essential to the learning process are six basic intellectual competencies. Among the objectives covered in this course the following components will be addressed such as reading, writing, speaking, listening, critical thinking and computer literacy. 11. If a student lacks the prerequisite for this course they should meet as soon as possible with the Instructor to determine the exact status of this situation. 12. GOOD TO THE 6 Th DROP: See HCC course withdrawal Policy below. 13. Contact: E-mail will be the best choice for contact; I will answer your e-mail within 48-72 hours. The office hours to be announced in the lab and by appointment. 14. DISABILITIES: SEE INFO ATTACHED BELOW BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 4
15. PLEASE REFERE TO THE LAST PAGES ON YOUR SYLLABUS FOR VARIOUS DETAILED INFORMATION. It s your responsibility to follow up with dates that you may be concern about. 16. Service Learning: Allows students to use newly acquired skills and knowledge in real-life situations, meeting actual community needs. Also, It asks students to analyze their service experience using concepts learned in class. Service learning will be an opportunity for interested students to earn extra credit and document their community service hours as well. Ask your professor if interested in Service Learning. 17. It s your responsibility to submit all the required work during the semester on time, check the calendar for important due dates, attend the class sessions as instructed and keep up with all required work. 18. The course requires an online access and the use of a computer. It is the student s responsibility to ensure the availability of both to meet all the due dates for all assignments and assessments. 19. In case of class cancellation, your instructor may give you an online assignment. You should always check your Eagle online inbox for notifications or announcements before you show up to class. If you arrive to the classroom and your instructor is not present within 15-20 minutes of the usual class start time, you should check your HCC e-mail and eagle online course for cancellation announcement, your instructor may post a cancellation note under announcement or send an e-mail through the HCC e-mail system. 20. The tentative schedule provided below for lectures, laboratories and exams is subject to change during the semester, changes may be announced during the class or via online communication. Grade Determination: Assessments Details Points % Lab exams Multiple choices, labeling, and objective type questions 200 20 Lecture Exams Four lecture exams 400 40 Self Quizzes Self Quizzes (1-17) via eagle online 100 10 Lab Evaluation Lab Reports. 100 10 Participation Class participation including assignments TBA in class and during the semester 100 10 Final exam Comprehensive 100 10 Total 1000 100% BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 5
Note-1: Your lab work to be determined at the end of the semester as a collective grade for your entire semester, and includes reports, participation in all the labs, assignments, team work, and will be assign at the end of the semester. (Notice that your absences will lower your participation points). Note-2: You will need a scantron for exams and quizzes that are scheduled on campus, and can be purchased at the bookstore on the first floor or sometimes in the library on the 3 rd floor) at Katy Campus and at the Bookstore at Spring Branch Campus. The machine will not process wrinkled scantron. Note-3: You must submit all scantrons and other test and quiz related material before you leave the class unless instructed otherwise by the professor. Final examination material will be kept for one semester and then destroyed. Any other class related material to be picked up after the final exam, or will be destroyed immediately. Note-4: Students will not be allowed to keep some of the material specially exams, quizzes, and scantrons to protect the confidentiality. Should students have questions or concerns regarding any grade or work, they should present their concern on the same day the grades are given to students by the instructor. Note-5: The Self-Test at the end of each chapter (1-17) are for self-assessment; the score achieved is 10% of your overall course grade. You may take the Self-Test three times and the average grade will be recorded. Letter grade assignment: Letter grade Points Final average in percent A > 899 > 89.9 B 800 899 80 89.9 C 700 799 70 79.9 D 600 699 60 69.9 F < 600 < 60 Tentative Instructional Outline: BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 6
Week of (Tuesday) Tentative Instructional Outline: Lecture Tentative Lab Outline: Lab JAN 19, 16 Introduction to The Human Body-Ch1 Course Introduction, syllabus JAN 26, 16 The Chemical Level of Organization Ch 2 Lab1: Intro to Microscope FEB 02, 16 The Cellular Level of Organization Ch 3 Lab 2: Terminology FEB 09, 16 Exam I (chapter 1, 2 and 3) Lab 3: Mitosis FEB 16, 16 The Tissue Level of Organization Ch 4 Lab 4: Histology FEB 23, 16 The Integumentary System Ch 5 Lab 5: Integumentary System MAR 01, 16 Skeletal System: Bone Tissue Ch 6 Exam II (Chapters 4, 5 and 6) Lab Review (Labs 1-5) MAR 08, 16 Skeletal System: Axial Skeleton Ch 7 Lab Exam I Skeletal System: Appendicular Skeleton Ch 8, MAR 14-18, 16 Spring Break Holiday MAR 22, 16 Joints Ch 9 Labs 6 and 7: Skeletal system MAR 29, 16 Exam III (Chapters 7, 8 and 9) Muscle Tissue Ch 10, Muscular System Ch 11 Labs 6 and 7: Skeletal system APR 05, 16 Nervous Tissue Ch 12 Labs 8 & 9: Muscular System APR 12, 16 The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nervous Ch 13 Lab 10 APR 19, 16 Lecture Exam IV (Chapters 10, 11, 12, and 13) The Brain and The Cranial Nervous Ch 14 The Autonomic Nervous System Ch 15 Lab 11 and 12 Nervous System APR 26, 16 Sensory, motor, integrative system Ch16 Lab Review (Lab 6-12) MAY 03, 16 The Special Senses Ch 17 Lab Exam II MAY 09-15, 16 FINAL Exam (District wide, Comprehensive) Tuesday May 10, 2016 @ 11 am BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 7
Important days: Jan 15, 16 Jan 18, 16 Mar 14-18,16 Mar 25, 16 Apr 05, 16 May 9-15,16 Check the HCC calendar for exact dates. last day for drop/add/swap (in person) last day for drop/add/swap (online only) Spring Break Holiday Spring Holiday last day for administrative/student withdrawals Final examination. May 12, 2016 @ 8:00 am EGLS 3 -- Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student feedback is necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated time, you will be asked to answer a short online survey of research-based questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of the survey will be made available to your professors and division chairs for continual improvement of instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston Community College Student System online near the end of the term. Student User ID Your online login user ID will be your HCC User ID (sometimes referred to as the W number). All HCC students have a unique User ID. If you do not know your User ID you can look it up by visiting the HCC home page: o o From www.hccs.edu, under the column CONNECT, click on the Student System Sign In link Then click on Retrieve User ID and follow the instructions. Or use the direct link to access the Student Sign In page: https://hccsaweb.hccs.edu:8080/psp/csprd/?cmd=login&languagecd=eng DE Students: Your online login user ID will be your HCC User ID (sometimes referred to as the W number). All HCC students have a unique User ID. If you do not know your User ID you can look it up by visiting the HCC home page. To login go: o o From www.hccs.edu, under the column CONNECT, click on online courses Then click on Eagle online login. Please visit the Distance Education (DE) Technical Support website if you need additional assistance with your login. HCC Course Withdrawal Policy The State of Texas imposes penalties on students who drop courses excessively. Students are limited to no more than SIX total course withdrawals throughout their educational career at a Texas public college or university. To help you avoid having to drop/withdraw from any class, contact your DE professor BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 8
regarding your academic performance. You may also want to contact your DE counselor to learn about helpful HCC resources (e.g. online tutoring, child care, financial aid, job placement, etc.). HCC has instituted an Early Alert process by which your professor may alert you and DE counselors that you might fail a class because of excessive absences and/or poor academic performance. You (the student) may drop yourself online through the HCC Student Center prior to drop date scheduled by the HCC calendar (check the HCC calendar for dates.). After the deadline to drop yourself, you MUST provide an email request to your professor or your counselor, PRIOR to the withdrawal deadline Apr 05, 2016 to receive a W on your transcript. After the withdrawal deadline has passed, you will receive the grade that you would have earned. Zeros averaged in for required coursework not submitted will lower your semester average significantly, most likely resulting in a failing grade of an F. It is the responsibility of the student to withdraw from the class; however, your professor reserves the right to withdraw you without your request due to excessive absences or poor academic performance. If you do not feel comfortable contacting your professor to withdraw, you may provide a written request to Counseling. However, please do not contact both a counselor and your professor to request a withdrawal; either one is sufficient. Final Withdrawal Deadline is April 05, 2016. Classes of other duration (mini-term, flex-entry, 8-weeks, etc.) may have different final withdrawal deadlines. Please contact the HCC Registrar s Office at 713.718.8500 to determine mini-term class withdrawal deadlines. Student Services ADVISING AND COUNSELING SERVICES Much student information can be found on the Student Services website. Advising or counseling can be accomplished through our online request form. Counselors and Student Services Associates (SSA) can assist students with admissions, registration, entrance testing requirements, degree planning, transfer issues, and career counseling. In-person, confidential sessions, can also be scheduled to provide brief counseling and community referrals to address personal concerns impacting academic success. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Contact the International Student Office at 713-718-8520 if you have questions about your visa status. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the appropriate HCC Disability Support Service (DSS) Counselor at the beginning of each semester. Faculty is authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office. Students who are requesting special testing accommodations must first contact the appropriate (most convenient) DSS office for assistance: Disability Support Services Offices: System: 713.718.5165 BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 9
Central: 713.718.6164 also for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and Students Outside of the HCC District service areas. Northwest: 713.718.5422 Northeast: 713.718.8420 Southeast: 713.718.7218 Southwest: 713.718.7909 After student accommodation letters have been approved by the DSS office and submitted to DE Counseling for processing, students will receive an email confirmation informing them of the Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) assigned to their professor. TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENTS OF 1972, 20 U.S.C. A 1681 ET. SEQ. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 requires that institutions have policies and procedures that protect students rights with regard to sex/gender discrimination. Information regarding these rights are on the HCC website under Students-Anti-discrimination. Students who are pregnant and require accommodations should contact any of the ADA Counselors for assistance. It is important that every student understands and conforms to respectful behavior while at HCC. Sexual misconduct is not condoned and will be addressed promptly. Know your rights and how to avoid these difficult situations. Log in to: www.edurisksolutions.org. Sign in using your HCC student e-mail account, then go to the button at the top right that says Login and enter your student number. VIRTUAL CLASSROOM CONDUCT As with on-campus classes, all students in HCC Distance Education courses are required to follow all HCC Policies & Procedures, the Student Code of Conduct, the Student Handbook, and relevant sections of the Texas Education Code when interacting and communicating in a virtual classroom with faculty and fellow students. Students who violate these policies and guidelines will be subject to disciplinary action that could include denial of access to course-related email, discussion groups, and chat rooms or being removed from the class. SEXUAL HARRASSMENT It is a violation of HCC policy for an employee, agent, or student of the College to engage in sexual harassment as defined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines. Any student who has a complaint concerning this policy has the opportunity to seek resolution of such a complaint in accordance with procedures set forth in the Student Handbook. Report any complaints immediately to College Administration or call the Institutional Equity & Compliance Office 713.718.8271. USE OF CAMERAS OR RECORDING DEVICES Use of recording devices, including camera phones and tape recorders, is prohibited in classrooms, laboratories, faculty offices, and other locations where instruction, tutoring, or testing occurs. Students with disabilities who need to use a recording device as a reasonable accommodation should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities for information regarding reasonable accommodations. BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 10
SIGNATURE PAGE BIOL 2401 / Anatomy & Physiology I Spring 2016 Pro: Manhal Chbat, MD I have read and understand course agreement, Safety Rules, Withdrawal policy and the class attendance and unexcused absences policy Name Signature Date: / / 2016 BIOL 2401_Syllabus_Spring_2016_ Dr. Manhal Chbat 11