Spring 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: BIOL-2101- Section: 12H Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory |
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Instructor | Leah Alsibaa | ||||||||||
trahanla@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6332 | ||||||||||
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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. | ||||||||||
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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 |
TSI complete in reading Corequisite(s): BIOL 2301 (Lecture Section) |
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Learning Outcomes |
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics common to all forms of life, regulation of homeostasis, scientific method, general chemistry, pH, organic macromolecules, and the structure and function of the cell & cellular organelles. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the structures and function of the cell membrane, mechanisms of passive & active transport processes, enzyme action, photosynthesis, and cellular metabolism. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the phases of the cell cycle, stages of mitosis, stages of meiosis, Mendellian genetics, and various other forms of inheritance. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of structure & function of DNA & RNA, protein synthesis, gene regulation, genetic mutation, and the various implications & uses of biotechnology. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanisms involved in evolution, natural selection, and effect of evolution on frequency distribution curves, history of life on earth and the history of the earth. 6. Demonstrate an understanding of terminology relevant to the course. 7. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with fellow students |
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Core Objectives |
PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills-Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills-Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. PSLO 2: Communication Skills-Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills-Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in 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. |
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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.
1. Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition) (Mastering A&P) by Erin C. Amerman, Pearson - Includes Print Text Only - ISBN 978-0134-754239 2. Modified Mastering A & P Access code. - If Purchased with E-Text included, Print Text is not required - ISBN 978-0-134-78807-4 3. Package/bundle containing both the Print textbook and access code - ISBN number 978-0-135-19376-1 Modified Mastering is required and will grant access to all of the course's assignments and Exams. Students enter Mastering Via BlackBoard on the 1st day of class, it is not accessible prior to 1st day of class. Modified Mastering Access Code is used for A&P I and A&P II as well as Lab, and is valid for 1 year. One access code may be purchased for both courses and their Lab sections. |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
Unit 1: Chapter 1 - Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 2 - The Chemistry of Life (abbreviated) Chapter 3 - The Cell Chapter 4 - Histology Unit 2: Chapter 7 - The Skeletal System Chapter 8 - Articulations Chapter 6 - Bones and Bone Tissue Unit 3: Chapter 9 - The Muscular System Chapter 10 - Muscle Tissue Chapter 5 - Integumentary System Unit 4: Chapter 12 - Central Nervous System Chapter 13 - Peripheral Nervous System Chapter 11 - Nervous Tissue Unit 5: Chapter 15 - The Special Senses Chapter 14 - The Autonomic Nervous System and Homeostasis Chapter 1-13 - REVIEW |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
Deadline to sign up for Mastering: 02/04/22 Test 1: 02/21/22 Test 2: 03/21/22 Test 3: 04/11/22 Test 4: 04/18/22 Project: 05/02/22 Final: 05/09/22 |
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Final Exam Date | May 9, 2022 - 12:01 AM Through May 9, 2022 - 11:59 PM | ||||||||||
Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
70 % - Online Labs and quizzes 15% - Core Project 15% - Final Lab Practical ________________________ 100% Total Extra Credit to not exceed additional 5% Deadlines are Final, no grades will be dropped or replaced |
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Course Policies | |||||||||||
Instructor Policies |
All Email Communication must come from an @lamarpa.edu email address This course will have extensive assignments via Mastering Biology By Pearson, Please purchase the access code and log in on Day 1 of class. Checking email and Blackboard Often will help to keep communication open. Assignments are assigned on Monday and Due on Friday of each week. Holidays and outages will be taken into consideration but generally do not affect this schedule. All work is due by Friday at 11:59 PM. If there is any issue or questions about assignments please contact me BEFORE Friday. Exam dates are set. Exams will be open at midnight and closed at 11:59 PM on the assigned date. You will need to schedule time to be available for exams during this time. There will be no dropped or replaced grades. Any assignments or exams not completed by the end of the availability date will receive a grade of ""0"" zero. Please note that while many of the course materials can be accessed using a cell phone and/or tablet device, there are many questions on the homework assignments that can only be accessed on a computer (desktop or laptop). Exams can only be taken on a laptop or desktop computer. Please make sure that you have a reliable computer and internet connection. It is YOUR responsibility to make sure all assignments and exams are completed by their due date. There will be no dropped or replaced grades. Any assignments and/or exams not completed by the end of the availability date will receive a grade of ""0"" zero. If you have any issues or questions, you can attend office hours, or email me at anytime. |
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Attendance Policy |
Daily online attendance is mandatory. I will check attendance and send reminders It is YOUR responsibility to have a RELIABLE computer AND Internet access for the duration of this course. If your internet goes out or computer breaks for any reason during the semester, Please contact me immediately. Class attendance is taken daily and will be reflected with a cumulative daily grade at the end of the semester. Class participation is mandatory and will also be reflected with a cumulative daily grade at the end of the semester. Disruptions to class or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion from the course. |
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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. | ||||||||||
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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 |
Last day to drop without Penalty February 28th Last day to drop with Penalty April 15th Spring Break March 14-18th All Grades are Final on May 12th, 2022 at Midnight |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||
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