-There are 2 REQUIRED items for the Bio 2301 (A&P1) :

1)"Human Anatomy & Physiology", 2nd ed by Erin Amerman, Pearson Publishing, ISBN: 978-0134-754239

2)Modified Mastering A&P Access code that goes with the lecture textbook by Amerman. This MAP access code is ABSOLUTELY required. This is the same access code that is required for the A&P lab and you can use the same one...i.e. you do not have to purchase it twice.

A functioning computer with a webcam is required to take all online exams and quizzes.  It is the student's responsibility to have both. Alternatively, exams may be taken at one of the computer labs on the LSCPA campus.
 
Required Software (available free of charge)

• Microsoft Office
  • This software package contains MSWord which you’ll need in this course & other useful programs.  Office 365 suite is available to students Free of Charge. 
  • The URL for the instruction page and link to download Office 365 is::  
    
    https://lamarsupportservices.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/320/Portal-LSCPA/KB/ArticleDet?ID=16454
     
• Respondus Lockdown Browser
  • This is required to be installed on any computer/tablet used to take an exam or quiz.  
  • Link to download Respondus Lockdown Browser:  https://www.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=139113547   
  • The link to download Respondus Lockdown Browser is also next to the “Online LSCPA support” section of the Institution homepage. (Look at the bottom) 

Corequisite(s): BIOL 2102. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2301 and BIOL 2101

1. Demonstrate an understanding of blood composition, blood functions, blood disorders, heart anatomy, cardiac conduction system, determinants of cardiac output, and the events of the cardiac cycle. 
2. Demonstrates an understanding of the structure of the circulatory system, mechanics of blood flow, blood pressure regulation, capillary filtration & exchange, components & functions of the lymphatic system, immune system responses, antibody production, and immune system disorders. 
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy of the pulmonary & renal systems, mechanics of ventilation, pulmonary volumes, gas exchange, respiratory disorders, glomerular filtration, urine formation & composition, regulation of water & electrolyte balance, aced/base balance, and functions of chemical & physiological buffering systems. 
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the physical & chemical digestive processes occurring in the mouth, stomach & intestines, structure of the components of the GI system, GI motility, gastric regulation, functions of the salivary glands, liver, gall bladder, & pancreas, energy balance, nutrient intake, and the major metabolic pathways.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the primary & secondary male & female reproductive structures, sperm formation, male & female puberty, oogenesis, ovarian cycle, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, fertilization, human development, embryonic & fetal nutrition, and fetal circulation.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of reading material including relevant terminology. 
7. Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with fellow students to complete an assignment, and/or cover assigned material. 
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the general function of the endocrine system including, mechanisms of hormone action, regulation of hormone release, hormone actions, endocrine glands, and endocrine disorders and treatments. 

• 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.

The following is a list of lecture topics.  For a lecture schedule with dates and a list of Mastering Assignments with due dates, go to the "Course Information" folder on the course website.

Ch 16 Endocrine System- Hormones, Hypothalamus, Ant & Post Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, Adrenal glands, Pancreas, Diabetes, Other Endocrine glands

Ch. 17 CV system -Heart Anatomy, Blood flow through heart, Electrophysiology, EKG, Events of Cardiac Cycle, Cardiac Output, Preload, Afterload

Ch. 18 CV system- Artery/Vein structure & pathway, Blood Pressure, Perfusion, Filtration,

Ch. 19 Blood, Erythrocytes, Oxygen, Leukocytes, Platelets, Blood Typing

Ch. 20 Lymphatic System, Innate & Adaptive Immunity, Vaccinations, Immune disorders

Ch. 22 GI System, Organs & Functions, Stomach regulation, Digestion & Absorption

Ch. 22 Accessory GI organs; Ch.23 Metabolism Overview, Glycolysis, Transition step

Ch. 23 TCA cycle, ETC, Fatty Acid metabolism, Nutrients, Cholesterol & Lipoproteins

Ch. 21 Resp. System Structure, Pulm. Vent. & Volumes, Gas Transport, Pulm. Diseases

Ch. 24 Urinary System, Kidneys, Nephron, Filtration Reabsorption, Secretion, Urine Flow

Ch. 25 Fluid Homeostasis, Electrolyte Homeostasis, Acid/Base Homeostasis

Ch. 26 Male & Female Reproductive Anatomy & Function, gamete formation, ovarian cycle, Corpus Luteum, Uterine cycle, & Pregnancy

Ch. 27 Fertilization, Stages of Human Development, Fetal Circulation

Lecture Exam Availability Times

Exam 1 Availability Begins Sat., 9/21 @ 12:05am, and is due Tue., 9/24 @ 11:59pm
Mastering AP Assignments for Exam #1 are due Tue., 9/24 @ 11:59pm

Exam 2 Availability Begins Sat., 10/12 @ 12:05am, and is due  Tue., 10/15 @ 11:59pm
Mastering AP Assignments for Exam #2 are due Tue., 10/15 @ 11:59pm

Exam 3 Availability Begins Sat.,11/2 @ 12:05am, and is due Tue., 11/5 @ 11:59pm
Mastering AP Assignments for Exam #3 are due Tue., 11/5 @ 11:59pm

Exam 4 Availability Begins Sat., 11/23 @ 12:05am, and is due  Tue., 11/26 @ 11:59pm
Mastering AP Assignments for Exam #4 are due Tue., 11/26 @ 11:59pm

Final Exam Availability Begins Sat., 12/7 @ 12:05am, and is due  Tue., 12/10 @ 11:59pm 
Mastering AP Assignments for Final Exam are due Tue., 12/10 @ 11:59pm 

Exams #1-#4 will be reopened for 2 days after their due date but an incremental 'late penalty' will be assessed. Exam #5 (the final) will not be reopened after 12/10.

Respondus Lockdown Browser (RLB) and a webcam is required on any computer to be used to take an exam/quiz. It is the responsibility of the student to have a functioning computer , webcam, and internet in order to take exams during the scheduled period of availability for each exam. Computers in LSCPA computer labs and Student Success Center are available for use for exams. 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. No grades are dropped.

Your grade for this class will be calculated using your 5 exam grades and your average of the online MAP assignments. Each exam grade will count for 16.6% of the course average while the MAP average will count for 17%. Exams that are not taken will receive a grade of "0". There are no re-takes on exams. No grades are dropped when calculating course averages.

MAP assignments completed after the due date will be assessed a late penalty of 20%-30%.  MAP assignments not started will be given a "0".

Calculating your Lecture Average: 

Extra Credit = (RLB/20) + (Orientation & Course Policies Quiz/20) + (DB1/4) + (DB2/4) + Group Project 

Lecture Average = (((Ex1 + Ex2 + Ex3 + Ex4 + Final + Extra Credit) /5)*0.83) + (MAP average x 0.17)

For the full list of Course policies and procedures, read the Orientation and Course Policies documents posted in the Course Information folder on the course website.

The course schedule and list of homework assignments are posted in the Course Information folder on the course website.  The schedule gives the chapters you should be working on each week. Chapter notes, review questions, and links to lecture videos posted in "Info for Exam X" folders on the course website.

All exams will be given online and will require the installation of Respondus Lockdown Browser (RLB) and possibly Respondus Monitor. It is NOT possible to take exams on a cell phone. It is the responsibility of the student to have a functioning computer and internet in order to take exams during the scheduled period of availability for each exam. Computers in LSCPA computer labs and Student Success Center are available for use for exams.

The criteria that must be followed when taking exams and the details of Academic Dishonesty are given on the Orientation & Course Policies document posted in the Course Information folder on the course website.

Exams #1-#4 will be re-opened for 2 days after their availability period with an incremental time penalty assessed. The final exam (exam #5) must be taken by the end of the regular availability period.  Exams not taken will receive a grade of 0. No grades are dropped.

A Mastering A&P access code is required to access the online MAP homework assignments. MAP assignments completed after their due date will have a late penalty assessed. MAP assignments not completed at all will receive a grade of "0". No grades are dropped.

 This is an online class and it is the responsibility of each student to have a RELIABLE computer, proper software installed, internet access, AND have an adequate knowledge of operating a computer, accessing websites, attaching/downloading files to emails, etc.  If you encounter a problem with your computer, you will need to contact LSCPA IT support.  If you have problems with Blackboard, you will need to contact the BB Tech Support which is available 24x7.  I am not a "computer tech" person.  There are also computers in the Student Success Center and Computer labs at LSCPA that are available for use.  Please note that some course material may not be accessible using a cell phone and/or tablet device.  Exams cannot be taken on a Cell phone.

In this online class there are no scheduled class "meeting times" and it is your responsibility to manage your schedule to complete course requirements by their scheduled due dates.  The schedule lists the chapters you should be working on each week.

You can email me at anytime 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. 
 

If you need to contact me please use the regular LSCPA email link.  Just start typing my name in the "to box" and my address will show up.  Please do NOT click on a link from within the course to contact me.

If you are having trouble finding things on the course website, getting Respondus lockdown browser to work, submitting assignments, etc, I've found that it is very helpful to have a zoom meeting where you can share your screen.  If you wish to set up a zoom meeting, email me a SPECIFIC DAY AND TIME and if I'm available, I will email you a zoom link.  I can often set up a zoom meeting "immediately".  I'm available for zoom meetings evenings and weekends as well as during the day.

Announcements will be made via LSCPA course announcements.  The announcements will be posted within the courses and also sent to your your LSCPA email.  It is essential that you check your LSCPA email EVERYDAY.

I will not discuss grades over the phone.  If you have a question about your grade, you may email me from your LSCPA email account or come by my office.