Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: BIOL-2101- Section: 12 Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory

Instructor Information
Instructor	Dr. Nancy Longlet
E-mail	longletn@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6324
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 108 Hours: Mon 8a-10:00a, Tues 8a-12noon, Wed 8a-12noon. Email with questions anytime
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	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.
Prerequisites	Corequisite(s): BIOL 2301. Prerequisite(s): TSI complete in reading    Basic skills and competency in reading, writing, and math.
Learning Outcomes	1. Demonstrate an understanding of anatomical terminology, the role of the cell and cell membrane in maintaining homeostasis, the function of cellular organelles, and the organization and function of the skin. (PSLO 1, 2, 3, and alpha) Measured by embedded questions, pre-post test questions, and/or assignments. 2. Demonstrates an understanding of the functions and organization of the bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton and associated landmarks and terminology. (PSLOs 1, 2, 3) Measured by embedded questions, pre-post test questions, and/or assignments 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the location of specific muscles of the muscular system as well as the organization and function of skeletal muscle. (PSLOs 1, 2, 3) Measured by embedded questions, pre-post test questions, and/or assignments. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the structures of the various components of the central and peripheral nervous systems, and sensory organs in the body. (PSLOs 1, 2, 3) Measured by embedded questions, pre-post test questions, and/or assignments. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of reading material including relevant terminology. (PSLO alpha) measured by pre-post test questions. 6. Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with fellow students to complete/cover assigned material. (PSLO 4) Measured by group assignments in the lab portion of the course.
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. * PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills-Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills ? Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills ? Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills ? Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; analyzes how to use the principles; and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. -The REQUIRED items for the Bio 2101 lab (A&P1) are 1)“Lab Manual for Human Anatomy & Physiology, a Hands on Approach” by Greene, Robinson, and Strong. 1st ed. Pearson Publishing, ISBN:978-01-354-79-391. This is ABSOLUTELY required 2)Modified Mastering A&P Access code that goes with the lecture textbook by Amerman. This MAP access code is ABSOLUTELY required. 3)RECOMMENDED for lab is the textbook that is required for the lecture course: "Human Anatomy & Physiology", 2nd ed by Erin Amerman, Pearson Publishing. Any other A&P book can also be used as a reference.
Lecture Topics Outline	Weekly Schedule for the Lab Date        Topic(s)     8/23     Introduction, Lab #1 Body Orientation 8/30     Lab #1Terminology, Lab #2 Cell, Cellular Organelles     9/6     Labor Day – No Lab 9/13     Lab #3 Tissues 9/20     Lab #4 Integumentary system     9/23-9/26 Exam #1 Labs 1-4 (given online). Availability begins 12:30am Thur & ends at 11:59pm Sun. 9/26    MAP assignments for Exam #1 due 9/27     Labs 5&6 Skeletal system 10/4     Labs 5&6 Skeletal System     10/11 Labs 5&6 Skeletal System         10/14-10/17 Exam #2 Labs 5 & 6 (given online) Availability begins 12:30am Thur & ends at 11:59pm Sun 10/17    MAP assignments for Exam #2 due 10/18    Labs 7&8 Skeletal Muscles 10/25    Labs 7&8 Skeletal Muscles     11/1    Labs 7&8 Skeletal Muscles         11/4-11/7 Exam #3 Labs 7&8 (given online). Availability begins 12:30am Thur & ends at 11:59pm Sun. 11/7    MAP assignments for Exam #3 due      11/8    Lab #9 Nervous System     11/15    Lab #10 Special Senses 11/22    Internet Assignment 11/29-12/2 Exam #4 Labs 9&10 (given online). Availability begins 12:30am MONDAY & ends at         11:59pm THURSDAY 12/2    MAP assignments for final due List of Graded Mastering Homework Assignments & Due date for each Due Date Assignment For Exam #1 9/26        Introduction to Mastering A&P 9/26        Lab #1 Body Orientation and Terminology 9/26        Lab #2 Cells, Cellular Organelles 9/26        Lab #3 Tissues 9/26        Lab #4 Integumentary System – The skin For Exam #2         10/17    Lab #5 Axial Skeleton 10/17    Lab #6 Appendicular Skeleton For Exam #3             11/7        Lab #7 Muscles of the Upper and Lower limbs 11/7        Lab #8 Muscles of the Head, Neck, Face, and Torso For Exam #4             12/2        Lab #9 Nervous System 12/2        Lab #10 Special Senses
Major Assignments Schedule	Exam      Availability Begins         Availability Ends 1 Thursday 9/23 at 12:30am Sunday 9/26 at 11:59pm Sunday, 9/26 MAP assignments for exam #1 due 2 Thursday 10/14 at 12:30am Sunday 10/17 at 11:59pm Sunday, 10/17 MAP assignments for exam #2 due 3 Thursday 11/4 at 12:30am Sunday 11/7 at 11:59pm Sunday, 11/7 MAP assignments for exam #3 due 4 MONDAY 11/29 at 12:30am THURSDAY 12/2 at 11:59pm Thursday, 12/2 MAP assignments for exam #4 due
Final Exam Date	November 29, 2021 - 12:5 AM   Through  December 2, 2021 - 11:59 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Each of the 4 lab exams will count 18% toward your final lab average. Any exam not taken will receive a grade of "0". No grades are dropped when calculating course average. The average of Mastering A&P (MAP) assignments will count for 18% of your final lab average. Assignments complete after the due date will have a late penalty assessed. Assignments not completed will receive a grade of "0". No assignments can be completed after 12/2. The remaining 10% of your lab grade will be a "daily grade" determined by attendance, daily participation, daily quizzes, and daily work, etc. If you are late to lab or leave lab early, you will lose points from your daily average. Calculating your LAB Average: Lab Extra Credit = (RLB quiz/20) + (Orientation & Course Policies quiz/20) + Group Project Lab Average = (((Lab Ex1+Lab Ex2+Lab Ex3+Lab Ex4+MAP average +Extra Credit) / 5)* 0.9) + (Daily grade average * 0.1)
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Please read the Orientation and Course Policies documents posted on the course website for a full list of course procedures and policies. Exams in this course will be ONLINE and will require the installation of Respondus Lockdown Browser on any computer you use to take them. MOST VERSIONS OF CHROMEBOOKS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH RLB AND THUS CANNOT BE USED TO TAKE EXAMS. It is the responsibility of the student to have a functioning computer and internet in order to take exams prior to their due date. LSCPA computer labs are available for use for exams as well as for online homework assignments. Exams not completed by the end of the availability dates will be available for the following TWO days with an incremental time penalty assessed. Exams not completed will receive a grade of “0”. MAP assignments completed after the due date will have a late penalty assessed. MAP assignments not completed at all will receive a grade of "0". Any changes in the schedule will be emailed out. Please check your LSCPA email on a regular basis. When emailing me, please include both the course and section number in the subject line. If you use the "Send Email" link on the course website, these will automatically be included in the subject line. Please be specific in your emails. I can't answer questions or attempt to solve problems unless I know all the specific details of the question/problem. If you wish to request a zoom meeting, email me a specific day and time and I will email you a link for a meeting.
Attendance Policy	Attendance to the lab is required and it is NOT possible to attend a different lab or make up a lab on your own. There will be a sign in sheet on the front table that you will need to sign as soon as you enter lab. Once the lab instruction begins, the sign in sheet will be removed. If you leave lab early, you will lose points for the day. Some labs will have a "pre-lab" and/or a "post lab" quiz or some other type of graded activity which will count towards your "daily" lab grade. Handouts/lab assignments for all labs are posted on the course website. These contain information about the lab topic, indicate the sections of the lab workbook assigned for that lab, references to images posted on the course website, as well as questions over lab content. These lab handouts are designed to provide you guidance on what to study. They are not submitted for grading. Videos are posted for some labs (especially muscle and special senses). You may email me at any time with questions. If you wish to have a virtual office visit, please email me a specific day & time and I will email you a zoom link.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.
Other	The schedules lab topics, exams, and homework assignments are posted on the course website and it is the responsibility of the student to be aware of the schedule. Special reminders will not be sent out. Checking your LSCPA email every day is a requirement of the course.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.