ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II FOR PARAMEDICS
Course Outline
Course Number: SCIE111
2012 Winter
Sir Sandford Fleming College
Program:Paramedic
School of Education, Health and Wellness
Course Format: In Person
Hours: 60
Faculty: Mary Osinga Office: 436C
Office Hours: As posted
Availability:
Email:
Coordinator: Kathryn Jarvis Office: 435D
Email:
Dean: Carol Kelsey Office: 438A
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Additional Comments:
This course is a pre-requisite for subsequent core courses. A passing grade is necessary to continue in the program.
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide the paramedic student with an understanding of human anatomy and physiology as they pertain to the following systems: Immune and lymphatic, respiratory, endocrine, gastrointestinal, central and peripheral nervous systems, cardiovascular and an understanding hemodynamics , genitourinary ,reproductive and special senses. In addition, the course is designed to generate a basic understanding of how these systems interact together to provide a homoeostatic environment in a human.
Prerequisites:
Patient Care I (ESRV29)
Patient Care I Labs (ESRV33)
Anatomy and Physiology I for Paramedics (SCIE110)
Corequisites:
Clinical I(ESRV2)
Patient Care II(ESRV30)
Patient Care II Labs(ESRV34)
This course contributes to the following learning outcomes or essential knowledge and skills required by learners as defined by Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities program standards, employers, industry and professional organizations.
Vocational Outcomes
Core Competencies and Essential Employability Skills
The student has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1.  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience
2.  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information to solve problems and make effective decisions
3.  Create novel ideas/practices to enhance personal/professional success; adapt current ideas/practices in response to emerging needs.
4.  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems; use educational, presentation and information technologies to learn, collaborate, and communicate.
5.  Manage oneself and one's resources to achieve goals
Aim:
The aim of this course is to enable the learner to know and understand the anatomy and physiology of selected systems of the human body and how they are interrelated.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to:
1.  Demonstrate the ability to use basic terminology appropriate to the body systems & functions studied, in order to communicate effectively
2.  Describe the structural and functional organization of the human body at the cellular and tissue level as they pertain to the area being studied
3.  Identify the organ systems of the human body and the major components of each system being studied
4.  Locate and describe anatomical and physiological aspects within the various areas being studied
5.  Identify and solve basic clinical problems using relevent anatomical and physiological information
Additional Learning Outcomes Comments:
Learning Sequence:
Wks/Hrs
Units / Topics, Resources, Learning Activities / Learning Outcomes / Assessment
Week 1 / Lecture: The Renal System
Lab: Renal System / 1-5 / Tests 1,2,3 & final
Week 2 / Lecture: Renal continued. Start the Respiratory System
Lab: The Respiratory System / 1-5 / Tests 1,2,3 & final
Week 3 / Lecture: Respiratory system
Lab: Respiratory System / 1-5 / Tests 1,2,3 & Final
Week 4 / Lecture: Respiratory System
The Lymphatic System
Lab: Test #1 / 1-5 / Tests 2,3 & Final
Week 5 / Lecture: Lymphatic/Immune system
Lab: The Lymphatic System / 1-5 / Tests 2,3 & Final
Week 6 / Lecture: The Immune System
Lab: Lymphatic & Immune Systems / 1-5 / Tests 2, 3 & Final
Week 7 / Lecture: Term Test #2
Lab: Reproductive System / 1-5 / Tests 3 & Final
Week 8 / Independent Learning Week
Endocrine and special senses homework / 1-5 / Test 3 and final
Week 9 / Lecture: Review of the Nervous System & Intro to the Central Nervous System
Lab: Review of the Nervous System & Intro to the Central Nervous System / 1-5 / Test 3 & Final
Week 10 / Lecture: (1st hour)The Central Nervous System
(2nd hour)The Peripheral Nervous System
Lab: The Central & Peripheral Nervous Systems / 1-5 / Test 3 & Final
Week 11 / Lecture: The Peripheral & Autonomic Nervous Systems
Lab: The Peripheral & Autonomic Nervous Systems / 1-5 / Test 3 & Final
Week 12 / Lecture: Term Test #3 (1st hour) The Endocrine System(2nd hour)
Lab: The Endocrine System / 1-5 / Final
Week 13 / Lecture: The Endocrine System
Lab: The Endocrine System / 1-5 / Final
Week 14 / Lecture: Digestive System /GI
Lab: Digestive System/GI / 1-5 / Final
Week 15 / Lecture: Term Final
No Labs during this week / 1-5 / Final
Learning Sequence Additional Comments:
Learning Resources:
Tortora, G., Derrickson, B. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 13th Edition, 2011, Learning Package
Recommended:
Any anatomy colouring book
Assessment Plan:
Item/Date: / Percent: / Description:
Test 1 Week 4 / 20 / Learning Outcomes 1-5, Weeks 1-5
Test 2
Week 7 / 25 / Learning Outcomes 1-5, Weeks 1-7
Test 3
Week 12 / 25 / Learning Outcomes 1-5, Weeks 1-11
Final
Week 15 / 30 / Learning Outcomes 1-5, Comprehensive: Weeks 1-14
Additional Assessment Comments:
There will be one mark given in this course. It will be the final mark. Lab content will be tested on all term tests and through the assignments.
Note. Passing grade for this course is currently 50%, however, students will be given a mark attachment sheet that indicates their level of knowledge of the material tested. It is assumed that paramedic students will recognize that 70% is the provincial standard for mastery of this subject and that this is the level tested at the A-EMCA exam
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition:
PLAR uses tools to help learners reflect on, identify, articulate and demonstrate past learning which has been acquired through study, work and other life experiences and which is not recognized through formal transfer of credit mechanisms.
PLAR Assessment Options:
These include authentic assessment activities designed by faculty. Learners may also be encouraged and supported to design an individual documentation package that would meet the learning requirements of the course.
PLAR options and contact for this course:
Initial contact: Registrar's office
Exemptions contact for this course:
Co-Ordinator: Kathryn Jarivs Office #: 435D
E-mail:
Academic Responsibilities:
Mutually, faculty and learners will support and adhere to college Academic Regulations and Student Rights and Responsibilities. In addition, the following guidelines have been developed to support the learning process.
Attendance:
Attendance is not mandatory for theory classes or labs: however, it is strongly recommended. It is mandatory for tests.
If a student is absent from a class or lab it is up to the student to find out from other students what they missed.
Tests:
All tests will be marked and marks given to the student within two weeks of writing. Tests will NOT be returned to the student. Students will be given time to review each test after it is marked and/or it will be taken up in class.
If the student has any questions or concerns about the grading of any test, the student must make an appointment with the professor within one week of the test being returned, and bring with them appropriate references from textbooks or notes. (Returned is defined as when the test is returned to the class.)
Make-up arrangements for test are normally not allowed. However, in the event of documented illness or personal circumstances, or death of an immediate family member which prohibit the student from writing the test, makeup provisions may be provided. Allowance for make-up arrangements will only be provided if the student communicates to the faculty member in advance of the scheduled writing. A message may be left on voice mail and E-mail. Failure to do so may result in a mark of zero being given. The course faculty, in consultation with the coordinator, will determine the eligibility of the student to write the test.
Rescheduled tests must normally be written within a maximum of three school days from the original scheduled date. If the student writes more than three calendar days after the other students have written the maximum mark that can be obtained is 50%.
The rescheduled test may not be the same as the one written by the rest of the class and may have a different format (eg. oral or short answer). When long term illness or other circumstances make it impossible for the student to write the test within the time frame, the situation will be dealt with on an individual basis. If there are repetitive absences in writing test on the scheduled date, the coordinator will be notified.
Class Procedure:
Each class period is 50 minutes in length and begins promptly at the scheduled time. Students are expected to be in class/lab at the scheduled start time and remain there until dismissed. Late students are asked to enter the classroom as quietly as possible and not disturb other students or the teacher. Repetitive tardiness will be addressed on an individual basis.
A ten minute break will be provided between each hour of instruction.
Food and drinks are not allowed in the lab. Any furniture that is moved must be replaced to the original position upon class completion. Any garbage must be disposed of before leaving the classroom/lab.
Academic Behaviour:
The student will conduct him/herself in a courteous, responsible fashion that is respectful of the other students & professors. Should the course professor deem that the student is impeding the academic process, the right of exclusion from the classroom may be exercised. The amount of time for exclusion will be determined by the course professor in consultation with the Dean of the School of Health and Wellness. The student will be given the opportunity to explain the situation and may petition the Dean for a final decision.
Recurrence of behaviour deemed detrimental to the best interest of other students and the institution may result in suspension.
Excessive talking or disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated. Electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers, MP3 players may not be used in class. Recording devices for educational purposes related to the course may be used. Laptops may be used but with COURSE material only permitted. Any student found with web pages open to any other material will not be allowed to use a laptop for the remainder of the semester as this is a distraction to the student and other students as well as disrespectful to the professor. In addition, any screensavers or wallpaper for computer must have professionally acceptable material.
All paramedic program policies apply including unifrom policy.
Academic Integrity:
Each student has the responsibility to support academic integrity. Breaches of academic integrity (such as cheating and plagiarism) will result in a grade of zero for the test involved. Any subsequent offence may result in the student being required to withdraw from the College. All breaches of academic integrity will be reported to the program coordinator, the Dean of Education, Health and Wellness & the Registrar.