BIOL 1152L - Human A&P Laboratory II
Course Syllabus - Summer 2007

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Course Description:

Number and Title:

BIOL 1152L (CRN 52525, 52526, and 52527)
Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II

Credit Hours:

1.0 semester credit hours

Catalog Description:

Laboratory accompanying BIOL1152.

Course Co-requisite:

BIOL1152, Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Note: Due to the co-requisite nature of BIOL1152 and BIOL1152L, students dropping one of the two courses must also drop the other.

Material covered in BIOL1152 is applied in BIOL1152L.  Students who have credit for BIOL1152 from a prior term are accountable for the information previously learned in the course. 

Notebook Computer Requirement:

Each CSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access.  For further information on CSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm.

Computer Skill Prerequisites:

Students enrolled in this course must possess and have proficiency with the following computer skills and be able to:
bulletuse the computer's operating system (Windows).
bulletaccess and send e-mail, including attached files (Outlook Express).
bulletuse a Web browser and search engine.
bulletuse a word processing program (MS Word) to produce reports and assignments.
bulletrun simulations in PhysioEx
bulletnavigate through A.D.A.M. and A.D.A.M. slideshow.

Additional skills may be required as the semester progresses.

In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:

Student notebook computers will be used in the laboratory several times in this course. Computers will also be required to access course materials, complete assignments and to communicate with your instructor.

Course Objectives

bulletTo provide opportunities for students to reinforce their knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
bulletTo provide opportunities for students to learn human anatomy and physiology from a laboratory perspective.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Biology Outcomes

bulletStudents will display knowledge of the basic principles of major fields of biology.  This lab will focus on the development of a knowledge base in anatomy & physiology.
bulletStudents will display mastery of a broad range of basic lab skills applicable to biology.  BIOL1152L will provide experience with basic dissection skills.
bulletStudents will display the ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise manner.  Class reports will exercise written communication skills.
bulletStudents will demonstrate the ability to collect, evaluate and interpret scientific data, and employ critical thinking to solve problems in biological science.  Use of computer simulations will allow students to gather data and perform experiments.

Nursing Outcomes

bulletStudients will utilize effective communication skills to promote therapeutic nurse-client interactions and good collegial relations.  Communication skills will be demonstrated on class assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will engage in critical thinking by using creative problem solving and making appropriate inferences, based on evidence derived from clinical practice.  Students will use information from lecture and class readings to answer questions on assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will demonstrate competence  in utilizing information technology resources to advance professional practice.  Students will use computer databases to find information relevant to course assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will utilize nursing therapeutics based on a synthesis of critical thinking strategies and a theoretical knowledge base in nursing to provide competent professional care and maximize healthy outcomes.  This course will provide the knowledge base in anatomy & physiology

Dental Hygiene Outcomes

bulletStudents will provide advanced professional and educational services using appropriate interpersonal, written, communication and critical thinking skills required for successful performance and progress in the profession.  Communication skills will be demonstrated on class assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will acquire knowledge in a technologically advanced manner in order to apply principles of sound research design to the critical evaluation of scientific literature related to general and oral health as a foundation for life-long learning.  Students will use computer databases to find information relevant to course assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will put into practice the principles of a sound research methodology in the planning, implementation and evaluation of scientific studies.  Students will use this skill to analyze and interpret information necessary for class assignments and exams.
bulletStudents will assess the need for treatment, then plan, provide, and evaluate treatment for the patient with advanced periodontal disease.  This course will provide students with a background to allow them to determine the difference between healthy and disease conditions.

Term:

Summer 2007

Instructor Information:

Dr. Stephen Burnett (CRN 52525, 52526)
Office: Arts and Science Building, Room G-110-F
Phone: (678) 466-4774
Fax: (678) 466-4899
e-mail: StephenBurnett@clayton.edu
internet: http://a-s.clayton.edu/burnett/
Office hours: Wednesdays, 10am-12 noon, 2pm - 3pm, and 4:30pm - 6pm.  During office hours, I may be found in either my office (A&S G110F), the Biology lab rooms (C23, C29, or C32) or in the Biology research rooms (C60 or C62).  If I am not in my office, I will leave a note on my door indicating where I am.  I am also available during some lab times and by appointment outside of my office hours.

Ms. Renee McFarlane (CRN 52527)
Office: Library, L-126
Phone: (678) 466-4790
Fax: (678) 466-4899
Email: ReneeMcFarlane@clayton.edu
Internet: http://a-s.clayton.edu/mcfarlane/default.html
Office hours: TBA

Laboratory Meetings:

CRN Instructor Days Times Room
52525 Burnett TR 1:30 pm - 3:20 pm BHS C-32
52526 Burnett TR 4:00 pm - 5:50 pm BHS C-32
52527 McFarlane TR 8:30 pm - 10:20 pm BHS C-32

Textbook and Course Materials:

Required Texts:

PHYSIOEX version 4.0 or 5.0  CDROM with lab manual.

 A.D.A.M. Interactive Anatomy DVD with Student Lab Guide by Lafferty and Panella.

 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology, Tortora and Derrickson, 11th edition, 2005 (required text for BIOL1152).

Videos:

Videos are on reserve in the library and they can also be purchased from Media Services in the basement of the library.  Ask your instructor for more information.

Sheep eye dissection
Sheep heart dissection
Sheep lung dissection
Pig kidney dissection

Evaluation

3 lab practicals @ 50 points 150 points 
Assignments (may include reports, quizzes etc.  Talk to your instructor for more information) 50 points
Class Participation* 20 points 
TOTAL  220 points

*Class participation points are based on attendance, punctuality, and contributions during the laboratory sessions.  

Grading:

Letter grades will be assigned as follows:

90-100% A 
80-89% B
70-79% C 
60-69% D 
< 60 % F 

Mid-term Progress Report

Due to the relatively small number of laboratory grades that will have been returned by mid-term, no mid-term grade will be reported for this course.  Students making unsatisfactory progress will be contacted individually by the instructor before mid-term.

Course Schedule

The course schedule is available on a separate page.  You should be sure to check back often for changes in due dates and class assignments.

Course policies:

General policies:

Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook.  Students are also expected to abide by the guidelines in the "Basic Student Responsibilities" document.

Visitors, including children, are not allowed in the classroom.

No smoking, other use of tobacco, eating, or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.

Cheating in any form will not be tolerated; all work that you turn in must be in your own words and must be your own work.  If your brainpower did not generate what you turn in, it is considered cheating.  The following are examples of cheating:  copying the work of another person, allowing another person to do your assignment,  working in a group on a graded item, copying or closely paraphrasing referenced sources, using anything but your brainpower on an exam, etc.  Cheating in any form will result in a zero on the assignment and academic misconduct forms will be filed with the Office of Judicial Affairs for any violation.  Judicial procedures are described on the webpage of the Office of Judicial Affairs.

Attendance

You are expected to attend all class meetings and be on time.  Late arrivals will result in loss of attendance points for that week's lab.  There are NO exceptions to this rule.  Attendance will be taken at each class meeting by signing the class roll.  Attendance and participation in class activities will be considered as part of your class grade.  You are expected to remain in lab for the full time, so do not schedule other appointments during this time. Attendance of all of the labs is REQUIRED and will be checked at each lab period. Unexcused absences from laboratory result in a grade of zero (0) for any graded work that was assigned that week as well as a loss of attendance points for that week's lab.  You cannot turn in assignments from a lab you missed.  

If you have a written excuse from a competent authority (doctor, judge, etc.), the missed points for the laboratory will not count against you.  Excuses will not be accepted for routine procedures (checkups, teeth cleanings, eye exams, etc).  Students should not schedule such appointments for lab times.  If you miss lab, you are still responsible for the lab material on the lab practical.  Be aware that being delayed due to traffic will NOT be accepted as a valid excuse for missing labs (including lab practicals).

There are NO makeups for lab practical exams.  If you have a VALID excuse and you miss a practical you have 2 options.  It is ultimately up to your instructor, which option is most applicable to your situation.  PLEASE discuss it with your instructor.

  1. You can take the practical in another lab section if you have permission from your lab instructor; however, arrangements must be made in a timely manner (i.e., this option will NOT be available the day of the practicals).

  2. You can forfeit taking the practical and your total points in the lab will be adjusted accordingly (meaning that all the other assignments will make up a greater part of your final grade).  YOU WILL BE UNABLE TO MISS MORE THAN 1 PRACTICAL REGARDLESS OF THE EXCUSE.  MISSING MORE THAN ONE PRACTICAL IS CONSIDERED UNREASONABLE SINCE THE PRACTICALS ACCOUNT FOR THE MAJORITY OF YOUR GRADE.  FOR THE SECOND MISSED EXAM, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY RECEIVE A GRADE OF ZERO (0).

Lab exercises

You are expected to prepare for the current week's lab topic prior to lab so that you will already be familiar with the subject matter. This will enable to you to work through the lab on your own, asking the instructor when you have questions.  You are responsible for printing handouts and bringing them to lab.

Late assignments

Lab reports and other assignments are due in lab on the assigned days.  Assignments that are not turned in during lab lose 20% of their points.  They lose an additional 20% per day.  Under NO circumstances will lab reports will be accepted more than one week after they are due. Turn in all of your lab materials together. No supplemental materials may be added once you have turned in you lab report or assignment.

Electronic Devices

All electronic devices including cell phones, palm pilots, pagers, calculators, etc. are not allowed during exams or quizzes.  Possession and/or use of these items during an exam or quiz will result in a zero on the graded activity.

E-mail

Important messages and announcements will be sent to you via your CSU account. You must activate your account and check your e-mail regularly. Except under extenuating circumstances, the class e-mail list will be the sole means of contact by e-mail.

Website

Check your instructor's web page regularly for new postings. Handouts given in class and other important items will be posted on the web page for this class.

Practical exams

The lab practicals will start at the beginning of the class period. If you come in late and the practical is still in progress, you may take the practical, but you will NOT be given any additional time to work. You must turn in your work when time is called.

Last Update: August 13, 2007