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Naugatuck Valley Community College

Waterbury, Connecticut

CRN: 3497 Fall 2016 BIO 211 Human Anatomy and Physiology I

Classes: Monday 2:20-5:05 PM E-440 Wednesday 2:20-5:05 PM E-438

Campus: Waterbury, CT

Instructor: Lawrence G. Altman, Ph.D.

Office: E-427

Phone: 203-596-8715 (email is highly preferred)

Email: LAltman@nv.edu

Website: www.LawrenceGAltman.com

Office Hours: Monday 5:10 – 6:50 PM E-427 Tuesday 5:10 – 6:00 PM E-427 Wednesday 5:10 – 6:50 PM E-427 Thursday 5:10 – 6:00 PM E-427 (Additional times by appointment) __________________________________________________________________________________________________ COURSE DESCRIPTION: Biology 211, Human Anatomy and Physiology I Weekly: 3 hours of Lecture and 3 hours of laboratory. This is the first semester of a two semester comprehensive course designed for those students who plan to continue in the allied health or related fields. It will provide students with a broad overview of the structure and functions of the human body at the gross and cellular level. NUMBER OF CREDITS: Four (4) credits PREREOUISITES: Please be certain that you have satisfied ONE of the following: Grade of C or better in BIO 105 or BIO 115, or the successful completion of the BIO 105 Waiver Exam (for students who have completed a high school Biology course with a lab) or by permission of the Instructor or the Division Director or by presenting proof to both the instructor and the Counseling Center of having earned a score of 3 or better on the Biology High School Advanced Placement or you obtain permission from both the Instructor and the STEM Director. BOOKS: Note: Students receiving financial aid are not required to obtain their books from the campus store. Book options will discussed during the first day of class.

REQUIRED DIGITAL TEXT: It's free! https://openstax.org/details/anatomy-and-physiology Delay paper book purchases! Less expensive alternatives OK; examples shown below: REQUIRED BOUND TEXT: Shier, D., Butler, J. and Lewis, R., Hole’s Human Anatomy and Physiology (good value!) 10th edition or later preferred. It is not worth it to buy new! (10th edition). WCB/McGraw Hill, Boston, MA, 2003. (ISBN = 0-07-243890-8)

LAB MANUAL: Martin, Terry R., Laboratory Manual for Hole’s Human Anatomy and Physiology (buy!) (10th edition). WCB/McGraw Hill, Boston, MA, 2002. (ISBN = 0-07-243891-6) PHOTO ATLAS: An example of one that has been well-received: Morton, D. and Perry, J., Photo Atlas for Anatomy and Physiology. (buy this used, ANY edition!) Wadsworth Publishing Company, New York, NY, 1998 (ISBN = 0-534-51716-1)

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COURSE OBLECTIVES: The objective of this course is to familiarize students with basic concepts in molecular biology, cells, tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems of the human body.

By the end of this course, a student should be able to:

01. Use and understand descriptive anatomical and directional terminology.

02. Understand the basic principles of biochemistry as they apply to cellular activities.

03. Identify major cellular structures and explain their respective functions.

04. Understand and discuss cellular activities such as cell division, cellular respiration and protein synthesis.

05. Describe the basic tissues of the body, their location and their functions.

06. Describe the structure and functions of the components of the integumentary system.

07. Identify and describe the major components of the skeletal system and explain their functions.

08. Identify and describe the major components of the muscular system and explain their role in body activities.

09. Understand muscle physiology on both a cellular and molecular level.

10. Describe the major components of the nervous system and explain their functional roles in communication.

11. Identify and describe the special sense organs and explain their functional roles in vision, hearing and equilibrium, smell and taste.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Students will demonstrate mastery of materials presented in lecture and laboratory instruction. The ability to integrate scientific principles and concepts will be emphasized throughout the course in a manner which continuously demands use of critical thinking skills beyond rote memory. A strong foundation in these abilities will aid in the preparation of students for careers in the Allied Health fields.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY:

Highly interactive style of teaching based upon the Socratic method, whenever possible. Use of Power-point handouts integrating publisher and instructor’s notes and diagrams, numerous websites, videos and laboratory activities all accessible from www.LawrenceGAltman.com. Varies according to topic. GRADING SYSTEM:

Numeric Grade

Acceptable Letter Grade Range to be used by the

Instructor

Description

90-100 A- to A Excellent 80-89 B-, B, B+ Above Average

70-79 C-, C, C+ Average 60-69 D-, D, D+ Below Average

Below 60 F Failing

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EVALUATIVE CRITERIA:

Final grades will be based on the total number of points accumulated throughout the semester. The point distribution will be as follows:

Total LECTURE: Best 400 points: 400 points: 4 Lecture Exams 400 100 points: Cumulative Final 100 LAB: Best 350 points only: 400 points: 4 Lab Tests 400 3 best test grades + 50% of the lowest test grade.

The course grade will be calculated on a percentage basis out of 750 points. There are no makeups.

NVCC ABSENCES and ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES:

The Faculty expects that each student will exercise personal responsibility regarding class attendance.

All students are expected to attend every class session of each course for which they are registered.

Students are responsible for all that transpires in class whether or not they are in attendance, even if absences are the result of late registration or add/drop activity at the beginning of a term as permitted by college policy.

Please do not call on the instructor to explain what you missed via email etc. No exceptions. Plan accordingly with your colleagues. This course does not allow for the time to re-lecture.

The Faculty defines excessive absence or lateness as more than the equivalent of one week of class meetings during the semester. Distance Learning courses will use criteria established by the Instructor.

When presence counts towards a class participation grade, excessive absence or lateness may, at the discretion of the instructor, lower a student’s course grade.

If you miss more than 4 labs, you will need to retake the course.

Dr. Altman will maintain class participation records.

CLASS CANCELLATION: See the instructions on the homepage at www.LawrenceGAltman.com

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With the potential for faculty emergencies or inclement weather, class cancellations or delays are a possibility. If a class is cancelled or delayed, instructors will work with students to plan for make-up assignments for any class time missed. Faculty can plan for this through a variety of ways including, but not limited to, the use of reading days, or extended class time, or online/additional class assignments. Cancellation or delay of classes due to inclement weather is made only by the President of the College. To promptly learn of these cancellations or delays, please sign-up for MyCommNetAlert for immediate notifications. If school is cancelled on the day a lecture test is scheduled, the test will be held during the next regularly scheduled lecture period. Likewise, if school is cancelled on the day a lab test is scheduled, the test will be held during the next regularly scheduled lab period.

Cancellation of Office Hours(s): Dr. Altman’s Daily Schedule is posted on his office door (E-427) and at www.LawrenceGAltman.com.

Rarely, the Department, Division or committees may schedule meetings during Office Hours. Every effort will be made to provide students with advance notice should this be the case.

MAKEUP POLICY:

There are no makeup exams. Nevertheless, the grading system is very forgiving if you miss a test. See Evaluative Criteria above.

ACADEMIC HONESTY:

At NVCTC we expect the highest standards of academic honesty. Academic dishonesty is prohibited in accordance with the Board of Trustees' Proscribed Conduct Policy in Section 5.2.1 of the BOT Policy Manual. This policy prohibits cheating on examinations, unauthorized collaboration on assignments, unauthorized access to examinations or course materials, plagiarism, and other proscribed activities. Plagiarism is defined as the use of another’s idea(s) or phrase(s) and representing that/those idea(s) as you own, either intentionally or unintentionally. Anyone who violates the Board policy may fail the course at the discretion of the instructor." (Please see the Student Handbook on the College website for more information http://www.nv.edu/Portals/0/Documents/StudentServices/NVCCStudentHandbook.pdf).

A student may not obtain a transcript notation of “W” in a course if there exists substantial reason to believe the student has engaged in academic misconduct in the course. A transcript notation of “W” will only be permitted for such students when the final resolution results in finding the student did not commit academic misconduct in the course. In Dr. Altman’s A&P sections, violations will result in a non–negotiable grade of “F” for the course.

CHILDREN ON CAMPUS: (Full policy can be found in the NVCC Student Handbook)

For the purpose of this policy, children are defined as minors under the age of 18 who are not enrolled in a Naugatuck Valley Community College course or program. Children must be attended at all times by a responsible adult. Children may accompany an adult to class on an occasional basis and only with the prior permission of the class instructor. In an emergency situation that is not repetitive, a request may be made to the instructor of the course or supervisor of the activity for permission to bring a child to class or on campus. The student must notify the instructor or supervisor prior to the beginning of the class or activity that a child is present. Pre-k, elementary and high schools that are not in session are not emergency situations. Arrangements must be made for child care outside of NVCC.

It is expected that this accommodation will be made only when there is no disruption to the teaching and learning process. Instructors and/or supervisors are authorized to ask the student or program participant to leave should the presence of the child be disruptive. Children are never permitted in any test, exam or final exam session.

Children are never permitted in any test, exam or final exam session. (Full policy can be found in the NVCC Student Handbook)

Under no circumstances are children allowed in the Anatomy & Physiology laboratories during any class.

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DIFFICULTIES IN THIS CLASS:

If, for any reason, you should have difficulty in this course or have difficulty with me, please ask for time with me to discuss your concerns. If your concerns are still not addressed, you can then seek the advice of our Division Leader, Dr. Peter Angelastro, and finally, you can meet with the Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Irene Rios-Knauf in K719.

CODE OF CONDUCT VIOLATIONS: If you encounter any difficulties with your fellow students, please meet with me. If I cannot resolve the issue, please contact the Dean of Student Services, Sarah Gager. Her office is located at Kinney Hall, Room 509A, and the telephone number is (203) 575-8012. More information can be found at: http://www.nv.edu/Portals/0/documents/studentservices/Student%20Handbook%201-29-15%20.pdf

CELL PHONE USE POLICY:

Students are hereby notified that cellular phones are allowed in class only if they are turned off or turned to a silent mode. Under no circumstances are telephones to be answered in class. Students who ignore this policy may be asked to leave class. When there are extenuating circumstances that require that a student be available by phone or beeper, the student should speak to the instructor prior to class, so that together they can arrive at an agreement concerning the device.

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS-ADA:

Students who may require academic adjustments on the basis of a learning disability are encouraged to contact the Counselor for Students with Learning Disabilities (Terry Latella K519C). Students who may require adjustments on the basis of all other disabilities should contact the Coordinator of Disability Services (Laurie Novi K519D). After providing documentation and completing the disability disclosure process, students are then encouraged to meet with their instructor(s) to discuss the adjustments approved by the appropriate disabilities contact and to complete the Adjustments Agreement form. Adjustments are not retroactive, students are therefore encouraged to meet with their instructor(s) at the beginning of each semester. Instructors, in conjunction with appropriate college personnel, will provide assistance and/or adjustments only to those students who have completed the disability disclosure and academic adjustments process.

CONTINUING NOTICE of NON-DISCRIMINATION:

Naugatuck Valley Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or genetic information in its programs and activities. In addition, the College does not discriminate in employment on the additional basis of veteran status or criminal record.

The following individual has been designated to handle nondiscrimination policies regarding disability policies: Robert Divjak, Director of Facilities/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Room C216, Naugatuck Valley Community College, 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708; 203-575-8235. The following individual has been designated to handle nondiscrimination policies regarding sex discrimination as well as other forms of prohibited discrimination: Jacquie Swanson, Associate Director of Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator, Room K704, Naugatuck Valley Community College, 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708; 203-575-8043. OFFICIAL STUDENT EMAIL:

All Naugatuck Valley Community College students are given an official student email address. This email address is the primary mode of communication with the college. It is a student’s responsibility to check this e-mail for all communications from their instructors and the college. Emails will no longer be sent to personal email accounts. The College gives free access to web applications of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. Visit nv.edu/email for details on setting up your account or for help, call or visit IT: 203-575-8092 or nv.edu/IT.

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COURSE OUTLINE/READINGS:

Each section of Dr. Altman’s A&P sections will receive a customized summary of topics, dates of exams etc. condensed into a 2 page handout distributed at the beginning of the course.

Fall 2016 summaries are also available online at www.LawrenceGAltman.com. The schedule may be modified at any time by the instructor.

Students are responsible for being aware of any changes, regardless of their attendance record. Also, difficulties with email transmission must be resolved by the student and the IT department located on the 6th floor of Ekstrom.

BIBLIOGRAPHY and INTERNET RELATED SITES:

These references are constantly updated at an instructor-managed A&P website: www.LawrenceGAltman.com TUTORING RESOURCES:

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE), provides tutoring in math, sciences, English and writing, and numerous other subjects. Students can learn about the full range of tutoring and other student success services by going by the ACE in E500 Ekstrom Hall, visiting its webpage at http://www.nv.edu/Student-Life/ACE-Tutoring, or by calling (203) 596-8717.

The ACE is located on both campuses, Danbury and Waterbury.

Waterbury Hours: Monday and Tuesday 08 am – 08 pm Wednesday and Thursday 08 am – 07 pm Friday 08 am – 04 pm Saturday 10 am – 03 pm Sunday 12 pm – 04 pm

Danbury Hours: Please check the Danbury campus for specific hours.

LIBRARY RESOURCES:

The Max R. Traurig Library is located on the 4th and 5th floors of the L building. The library has books, journals, databases, research guides, DVDs and CDs to support the college curriculum, as well as copies of all the textbooks used at NVCC. The online journal databases, e-books, and streaming videos can be accessed via the library website at www.nv.edu/library or through the Library tab in MyCommNet.

Library Hours: Monday - Thursday 08 am – 08 pm

Friday 08 am - 4:30 pm Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 02 pm

Library Circulation Desk: (203) 575-8024 Reference Desk: (203) 575-8224 Text Us! (203) 951-8189 Email: library@nv.edu

WITHDRAWAL PROCESS:

The last day for student-initiated withdrawal is Tuesday, November 22, 2016. A student wishing to withdraw from this course must submit the appropriate form to the Registrar's Office by this deadline. This can be done online.

Academic Affairs format. Released: 12/11/2015