Human Physiology Syllabus

Tulsa Community College, Southeast Campus

Fall Semester 2016

Course : BIOL 2154 Sec. 330 Call #: 15416

Days and Times: 16 week blended On-Line Internet Course

with On-site LaboratoryComponent meeting FRI. from 8-10:50amin SEC #8204

Begins: 8/26/15 Ends: 12/16/17

Instructor: Paulette Ramsey Office Hours: M/W 12:30-2:00pm

Office: 8271SEC T/R 8:00-9:30am

Phone: 918-595-8653 W 8:30-11:30am

Email: F 11:00am-12:00pm

TO CONTACT THE CAMPUS
SCHOOL OFFICE:
School Name: Science and Mathematics
Campus: Southeast
Office Number: SEC 8125
Phone Number: 918-595-7742 / TO CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Office # SEC 2202
Phone # 918-595-7673
CAMPUS SECURITY: 918-595-88

COURSE PRE-REQUISITES:

1. General Biology for Majors (BIO 1224) or Zoology (BIO 1604)

2. Human Anatomy (BIO 2134)

3. Chemistry (CHE 1315)

TEXTBOOKS, SOFTWARE AND SUPPLIEMENTAL MATERIAL:

1. Human Physiology, An Integrated Approach 7th edition, Silverthorn, Pearson Publishing Company, Benjamin Cummings. ISBN 13: 978-1-269-91801-5 (Student edition) Available in the Southeast Campus bookstore only. With the textbook, you receive the access code to MyLab and Mastering A & P, an on-line lab, tutorial & homework program that you will log on to through Blackboard;

If you purchase the textbook from another source, you will purchase a separate access code through Blackboard and MyLab and Mastering. Details will be discussed in the first class meeting.

2. Human Physiology Lab packet by Dusti Sloan and Paulette Ramsey available at

SEC bookstore only

Required software:Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

If you do not have Office, you can download it from Blackboard free.
-- Go to the Student Resources tab--Find the Office 2010 download icon -- Follow the on-screen instructions

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

“Men go abroad to wonder at the heights of mountains, at the huge waves of the sea, at the long courses of rivers, at the vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motions of the stars; and they pass themselves by without wondering.” St. Augustine (~400AD)

Hopefully, this course will provide some answers to processes we have been wondering about within the human body.

Human physiology provides the scientific foundation for the field of medicine and other professions related to human health and physical performance. This course covers the function of mammalian organ systems including cell-molecular properties, maintenance systems, communication and control systems, and integration with emphasis on humans in homeostasis. Those students desiring to transfer to a four year college are strongly advised to check with the receiving school regarding the transfer of this course.

GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL:

General Education courses at TCC ensure that our graduates gain skills, knowledge, and abilities that comprise a common foundation for their higher education and a backdrop for their work and personal lives. TCC’s General Education goals are: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Engaged Learning, and Technological Proficiency.

STUDENT LEARNER OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to

  • Describe the physiological mechanisms by which cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems maintain homeostasis through integration.
  • Collect and analyze physiological data.
  • Summarize the pathophysiology of some common diseases.
  • Illustrate the mechanisms of chemical and electrical cell communication.
  • Interpret physiological scenarios using evidence-based reasoning.
  • Apply basic principles of physics and chemistry to explain physiological mechanisms.
  • Identify three components of a feedback system used in the human body to maintain homeostasis.Students will compare and contrast a negative and positive feedback mechanism.
  • Evaluate the relationship between structure and function as seen in molecular interactions

of cells, tissues and organs.

Required email address:

All TCC students receive a designated TCC email address (ex: ). All communications to you about TCC and course assignments will be sent to your TCC email address; and you must use TCC email to send email to, and receive email from, the instructor regarding this course.

COMPUTER ACCESS:

It is highly recommended that you have regular (daily) computer access, preferably a home computer with broadband Internet access. This course can be completed using public computers at TCC or other public access areas. However, be aware that using public computers may create a hardship. All course requirements remain the same whether your computer access is public or private (home).

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

You should be comfortable with the following:

  • using a word processor (changing font, spell check)
  • using email for communication
  • sending an email attachment
  • navigating the Internet
  • downloading appropriate plug-ins
  • using an Internet search engine

TEACHING METHODS:

This course is a blended science course with the lecture component presented through online instruction and the laboratory component completed onsite.

Lecture:

1. Students are responsible for reading text assignments and other assigned reading, and completing other activities which may include: study guides and other assignments; individual and collaborative projects; use of the discussion board; use of the Internet; and quizzes. Students are responsible for completing all assigned work and submitting it online or as directed by the instructor by the due date and time. Late work is NOT accepted.

Laboratory:

  1. Practical application of lecture topics will be stressed and exercises will be complimentary, but not necessarily congruent with lecture sessions.
  2. Students should familiarize themselves with the planned lab exercise(s) prior to the laboratory.

3. A portion of the laboratory time will be designated as exam/quiz time.

ATTENDANCE – TIME COMMITMENT-STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

Lecture:

Regular participation in the online classroom is essential for maintaining the best learning environment. Learning occurs in relationship not only between student and course materials, but, just as importantly, peer to peer, professor to student, and student to professor.

Participation in this course via the Internet is the responsibility of the student. Students receiving benefits from government agencies must adhere to policies stipulated by the specific agency.

You will be expected to log on to the course site 2-3 times per week. You are also expected to participate in all assigned activities in the course. Attendance will be measured by completion of course assignments.

NOTE: This Internet class demands that the student be self-motivated and self -disciplined. You are responsible to keep up with the schedule, assignments, and exams. I will be contacting you throughout the semester by email and Blackboard

What You Should Understand About Internet Classes:

  1. Be realistic about the amount of time required to do the coursework. Plan to spend 3 to 5 clock hours per week for every credit hour
  2. Schedule class time just as if you were attending class on-campus
  3. Turn in your work ON TIME
  4. On-line is NOT easier!
  5. Participate actively in the class
  6. Log onto the class at least 3 times a week (every day is best)
  7. Do NOT fall behind in your assignments
  8. ASK for help when you need help

Laboratory:

Roll will be taken during each laboratory session. Your success in this class will require a major commitment of time. Maximize your chances of success by attending lab. Labs will be started promptly on time, therefore be courteous to fellow students by not being tardy. Excessive absences will be reported to the college registrar’s office after the third missed lab session.

-It is imperative that students read over lab exercises before coming to lab. At times, quizzes will be given over the assigned lab, quizzes will begin at 8:05. Anyone not in lab at that time will receive a 0 on the quiz.

-Points will not be given for lab work if the student is not in attendance for the lab.

-Completed Lab Reviews are due at the end of the lab period.

No late assignments will be accepted.

-Cell phones must be turned off during lab.

-Neither food nor drink is allowed in the lab.

-Lab is not over until you have been individuallyor collectively dismissed. Anyone leaving

lab early without being dismissed will not receive credit for the lab activity.

ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWL FOR NON-PARTICIPATION

Students who fail to participate in the course during the first week or fail to complete the first assignment by the due date will be Administratively Withdrawn from the course.

EVALUATION TECHNIQUES:

Lecture :

All weekly assignments are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm. Student assignments that are submitted by the stated due date will be graded and returned within 1 week of the due date. Late work is not accepted. If the student believes there is a discrepancy concerning a graded assignment, he/she has a 7-day period of time to discuss the graded assignment with the instructor and reach a resolution. After that time, the grade stands as posted.

Your corrected Interactive Physiology assignments can be accessed through the Student Gradebook. Click on the underlined score for an assignment to open the window containing my comments. Please make sure that you read any comments!

Lecture Exams: Four theory examinations, each worth ~100 points, will be given according to the schedule during the laboratory time. These exams may consist of multiple choice, short answer and essay questions.

Final Exam: The final exam will be worth ~50 points.

Late Exams :

If, for any reason, you are unable to take one of the unit exams, there will be an opportunity to take a comprehensive, essay exam during the designated final exam time to replace the missing exam grade.

Laboratory :

The student will complete a laboratory report provided in the required lab manual for each laboratory exercise. Typically, labs are due at the end of the laboratory period.

Attendance is necessary to receive credit for lab reports.

Additional points may be awarded for short quizzes and homework or extra credit assignments.

GRADING SCALE:Possible Points

Lecture Exams (5) ~450

Lab Exercises (15 @ 15 pts. each)~225

Assignments (30 @ 10pts.each)~300

Research and Presentation~ 50

~1025 Total (this is an approximation)

Final course grades are based on a percentage of the total points:

A = 90 - 100 % = > 967pts.

B = 80-89 % = > 860/< 966pts.

C = 70-79 % = > 752/< 859pts.

D = 60-69 % = >645 /<751 pts.

F = 59 % or less= < 644 pts. (this is an approximation)

Submitting Assignments

Most assignments are to be submitted through the assignment icon in the weekly folder in the Content section of the Blackboard classroom. Your corrected (graded) assignments will be posted in your gradebook within one week of the due date.

Please do not wait until the last minute to submit assignments. You are submitting items over the Internet. There are many things that can go wrong in the path between your computer and the Blackboard course site. Your personal computer/Internet ServiceProvider issues are not acceptable explanations of late work.

I will only accept assignments by email during emergency situations when connection problems are the result of equipment or Internet failure at TCC. If TCC problems create a significant hardship to the submission of your assignment by the due date, I will adjust the due date. This information will be relayed by email and through an announcement.

COMMUNICATING WITH THE INSTRUCTOR:

This course will primarily utilize two methods of whole class communication. Each Monday, weekly overview emails will be sent to all students. During the week, announcements will be placed in the Announcement section of the Blackboard course site highlighting certain aspects of assignments or alerting students to important issues.

E-mail is the preferred method of individual communication. E-mail is typically checked after 2:00 p.m. Please allow for a 24-hour response time.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES:

Reading, writing, math and computer learning services are available. Check campus directory for location and operating hours.

A complete list of student support services can be found in the Resources section of the Blackboard course site. This includes information about college services, free tutoring services, software support, and online tutorials related to course concepts.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

Academic dishonesty is defined as the deception of others about one’s own work or about the work of another. Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa Community College system. Tulsa Community College adopts a policy delegating certain forms of authority for disciplinary action to the faculty. Such disciplinary actions delegated to the faculty include, but are not limited to, the dismissal of disrespectful or disorderly students from classes. In the case of academic dishonesty a faculty member may:

  • require the student to redo an assignment or test, or require the student to complete a substitute assignment or test;
  • Record a "zero" for the assignment or test in question;
  • Recommend to the student that the student withdraw from the class, or administratively withdraw the student from the class;
  • Record a grade of "F" for the student at the end of the semester.

Faculty may request that disciplinary action be taken against a student at the administrative level by submitting such request to the Dean of Student Services.

PLAGIARISM POLICY:

Examples of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to:

  • Submitting another’s work as one’s own or allowing another to submit one’s work a though it were his or hers;
  • Several people completing an assignment and turning in multiple copies, all represented either implicitly or explicitly as individual work;
  • Failing to contribute an equal share in group assignments or projects while claiming equal credit for the work;
  • Using a textbook, notes, or technology tools during an examination without permission of the instructor;
  • Receiving or giving unauthorized help on assignments;
  • Stealing a problem solution or assessment answers from a teacher or other student;
  • Tampering with experimental data to obtain “desired” results, or creating results for experiments not done;
  • Creating results for observations or interviews that were not done;
  • Obtaining an unfair advantage by gaining or providing access to examination materials prior to the time authorized by the instructor;
  • Tampering with or destroying the work of others;
  • Accessing computer systems or files without authorization;
  • It is the firm policy of your instructor that cheating and plagiarism are unacceptable and will result in an automatic zero for that assignment or possible failure of the course. Plagiarism is claiming, indicating, or implying that the ideas, sentences, or words of another writer are your own; it includes having another writer do work claimed to be your own, copying the work of another and presenting it as your own, or following the work of another as a guide to ideas or expression that are then presented as your own. The student should review the relevant sections of the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
  • cheating on a test will result in a “0” for the exam
  • plagiarism in lab will result in a “0” for that activity

Course Drop or Withdrawal:A student who has been found responsible for academic dishonesty in a course may not drop or withdraw from the course without faculty approval. If the student processes a drop or withdrawal from the course, the action will be reversed and the appropriate grade will be recorded on the student's transcript.

MLA/APA DOCUMENTATION:

MLA or APA documentation is expected on all written work. See MLA/APA handbook provided under the library resource center site on blackboard for the proper documentation procedure.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL: The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for the deadline that applies to the course(s). Begin the process with a discussion with the faculty member assigned to the course. Contact the Advisement Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for the student. There is more information concerning financial aid and student responsibility at .

COMMUNICATION: Open and mutually respectful communication of varied opinions, beliefs, and perspectives during classroom or online discussion encourages the free exchange of ideas that is essential to higher learning and to the ability to learn from each other.

PAGERS AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES:

Be sure to TURN OFF or silence pagers and phones when entering the classroom or laboratory. It is the student’s responsibility to have phones and other electronic devices turned off during testing. Failure to do so may result in a score of “0” at the teacher’s discretion. The use of any electronic device is at the discretion of the instructor.

SYLLABUS CHANGES:

Occasionally, changes to the syllabus may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes to the syllabus in writing.

Tobacco Free College: Tulsa Community College is a Tobacco Free college in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 2012-01 and Title 63 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1-1523 which prohibits smoking or the use of any tobacco products in all public places, in any indoor workplace, and all vehicles owned by the State of Oklahoma and all of its agencies and instrumentalities. This Order includes property leased, rented, or owned by TCC including, but not limited to, all grounds, buildings, facilities, and parking lots. Tulsa Community College’s policy includes a tobacco free environment on all campus and off-campus locations conducting TCC credit or non-credit classes. The TCC Campus Police is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Tobacco-Free Environment Policy. Violations of the policy may be addressed through issuance of campus or state citations.

DISABILITY RESOURCES:It is the policy and practice of Tulsa Community College to create inclusive learning environments. Accommodations for qualifying students in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available. To request accommodations, contact the Education Access Center (EAC) at or call (918) 595-7115 (Voice). Deaf and hard of hearing students may text (918) 809-1864.