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Administrative Master Syllabus
Course Information
Course Title
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Course Prefix, Num. and Title
BIOL 2401
Division
Life Sciences
Department
Biology
Course Type
Academic WCJC Core Course
Course Catalog Description
Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two course sequence. It is a study of the
structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the
following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses.
Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological
functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The lab provides a hands-on learning
experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.
Systems to be studied include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special
senses.
Pre-Requisites
TSI satisfied in Reading and Writing
Co-Requisites
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Semester Credit Hours
Total Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours:
Lab/Other Hours
4:3:2
Equated Pay Hours
4.2
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Lab Hours
2
Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Clinical Hours
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Lab/Other Hours Breakdown: Practicum Hours
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Other Hours Breakdown
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Wendy Waters
Kim Raun
Kevin Dees
Leigh Ann collins
Paul J. Quinn
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Additional Course Information
Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab,
practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Lecture Outline
I. Introduction: The body as a whole
A. Levels of structural organization
B. Homeostasis and homeostatic mechanisms
C. Language of anatomy
D. Medical imaging
II. Chemical level of organization
A. Elements and atoms
B. Chemical bonds
C. Concept of pH and buffers
D. Inorganic and organic compounds
III. Cellular level of organization
A. Plasma membrane structure/function
B. Passive and active processes
C. Organelle function
D. Protein synthesis
E. Cell cycle and cell division
IV. Tissue level of organization (histology and function)
A. Characteristics of epithelium
B. Characteristics of connective tissue
C. Characteristics of muscle tissue
D. Characteristics of nervous tissue
E. Membranes
V. The integumentary system
A. Functions
B. Structures and composition of epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis
C. Skin color
D. Glands
E. Hair and nails
F. Homeostatic imbalances
VI. The skeletal system
A. Functions
B. Structure, classification and formation of bone
C. Bone and calcium homeostasis
D. Classification of joints
E. Anatomy and movements of synovial joints
F. Homeostatic imbalances
VII. The muscular system
A. Functions
B. Types of muscle tissue
C. Fascicle arrangement and levers
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D. Functions of major muscle groups
E. Microanatomy of muscle tissue
F. Muscle physiology
G. Generation of ATP for contraction
H. Contraction of muscle
I. Homeostatic imbalances
VIII. The nervous system
A. Functions
B. General organization
C. Neuron and supporting cells
D. Neuron physiology
E. Central nervous system
F. Peripheral nervous system
G. Autonomic nervous system
H. Homeostatic imbalances
IX. The special senses
A. Selected anatomical structures of special sensory organs
B. Physiology of sight, hearing, taste, balance, and smell
C. Homeostatic imbalances
Laboratory Outline (a department lab schedule detailing lab exercises will be provided to the instructor)
I. Orientation and safety procedures
II. Microscope
A. Parts of a microscope
B. Calculation of total magnification
III. Language of Anatomy
A. Anatomical terminology
B. Body directions and planes
C. Body cavities, regions and quadrants
D. Serous membranes
IV. Cells, tissues, and skin
A. Identification of cellular organelles
B. Identification of four major types of tissues and subtypes
C. Identification of components of skin
V. Skeletal system
A. Identification of selected microanatomical structures of bone
B. Identification of bones and selected bone markings
VI. Muscular system
A. Identification of three muscle tissue types and selected microanatomical structures in
muscle tissue
B. Identification of selected skeletal muscles
C. Identification of origin, insertion, and action of selected skeletal muscles
VII. Nervous system and special senses
A. Identification of neuronal structures
B. Identification of selected brain structures (includes dissection)
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C. Identification of selected spinal cord structures
D. Identification of selected cranial and peripheral nerves
E. Reflex physiology
F. Identification of selected structures of the eye and ear (includes dissection)
VIII. Scientific Method
A. Identify steps of the scientific method
B. Perform an experiment using the scientific method
Course Learning Outcomes:
Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
LECTURE:
1. Use anatomical terminology to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered.
2. Explain interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ functions in each system.
3. Describe the interdependency and interactions of the systems.
4. Explain contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis.
5. Identify causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances.
6. Describe modern technology and tools used to study anatomy and physiology.
LAB:
1. Apply appropriate safety and ethical standards.
2. Locate and identify anatomical structures.
3. Appropriately utilize laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, dissection tools, general lab ware,
physiology data acquisition systems, and virtual simulations.
4. Work collaboratively to perform experiments.
5. Demonstrate the steps involved in the scientific method.
6. Communicate results of scientific investigations, analyze data and formulate conclusions.
7. Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills, including, but not limited to, inferring, integrating,
synthesizing, and summarizing, to make decisions, recommendations and predictions.
Methods of Assessment:
LECTURE: lecture exam questions and post-test exam questions
LAB: laboratory practicals, group assignments, and post-test exam questions
Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
Text: McKinley, O'Loughlin, & Bidle. Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach. McGraw-Hill. Current edition
Laboratory Manual: Hebert et al. Laboratory Manual for Human Anatomy & Physiology. Pearson. Current edition
Suggested Course Maximum: 36
List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the
course.
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Course Requirements/Grading System:
Lecture Average 55%
Exam average (3-4 exams) 30-55%
Other (Homework, quizzes, projects, etc.) 0-25%
Lab Average (3 lab practicals-25% each, quiz average-25%) 25%
Final Exam (includes at least 50% comprehensive material) 20%
100%
Grading Scale: A 90-100; B 80-89; C 70-79; D 60-69; F 59 and below
Curriculum Checklist:
Administrative General Education Course (from ACGM, but not in WCJC Core) No additional documents
needed.
Administrative WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course -If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist
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Core Curriculum Review Form
Foundational Component Area: Core 030: Life & Physical Science
Course Prefix & Suffix: BIOL 2401
Core Objective:
Critical Thinking Skillsto include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis
of information
Student Learning Outcome Supporting Core Objective:
For each core objective, there must be at least two different methods of assessment.
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Communication Skillsto include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through
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Empirical and Quantitative Skillsto include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable
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Teamworkto include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to
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