anatomy syllabus (ndc)
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Human Anatomy and Physiology (non-Dual Credit) is a survey course studying the human body and how it functions. The course content is the same as the Dual Credit course, but the presentation of the topics may differ. I truly look forward to the upcoming year.
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Anatomy & Physiology Syllabus (NDC)
James J. Donahue, MS Phone - 630.375.3300 ext. 4121
james_donahue@ipsd.org Room 272
Text - Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology (10th Edition), Shier, Butler, Lewis, McGraw Hill Publishing
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Objective: The primary objective of this course is to guide the student to a greater understanding of the human body; more specifically – how form follows function. Each unit will focus on one of the organ systems and will demonstrate the interconnectivity the human body presents that allows our bodies to maintain a homeostatic environment.
1. This is an upper-level, elective course. You chose to be here. Be prepared to work.
2. You are expected to attend all classes, take notes, read the assigned materials, and participate in class discussions and activities. Please do not text on your cell phone during class unless there is an emergency. This course will involve a great deal of memorization; in order to succeed, you must devote a good deal of time outside of class to the study of this material.
3. The grading scale is the same as written in the student handbook.
A = 100-90%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, D = 60-69%, F = Below 60%
4. The semester scores account for 85% of your semester grade (assessments = 50%, classwork = 35%) with the final exam equaling the remaining 15%. The final exam is cumulative of that semester.
5. I expect academic integrity from all my students. You took this class to learn about the human body. Therefore, you must be honest when completing your assessments, you must give credit where credit is due, and you must always submit your own work and not that of another student, author or internet source. Cheating will not be tolerated. Therefore, it is your responsibility to read and understand the Code of Conduct regarding Academic Integrity found in the Indian Prairie School District 204 Parent-Student Handbook (https://tinyurl.com/ydtg6k2c).
Student academic dishonesty includes but is not limited to:
· Dishonest use of course materials, such as student papers, examinations, reports and material posted on the Internet.
· Knowingly posting course materials of any kind on Internet sites such as (but not limited) Course Hero and Chegg without the consent of the instructor.
· Knowingly assisting others in the dishonest use of course materials such as student papers, examinations and reports.
· Knowingly providing course materials such as papers, lab data, reports and/or electronic files to be used by another student as that student’s own work.
· Plagiarizing, i.e., using language or ideas from materials without acknowledgement and/or copying work from other sources and submitting it as one’s own.
Examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to:
- Copying a phrase, a sentence, or a longer passage from a source (including an Internet source) and submitting it as one’s own.
- Summarizing or paraphrasing someone else’s ideas without acknowledging the source.
- Submitting group assignments individually as one’s own independent work.
- Copying or taking pictures of course materials such as videos, exams, quizzes or assignments and posting the copied items and/or pictures on the Internet or sharing these copied items and/or pictures with other students who have not yet completed the assignments.
- Taking pictures or copying course materials that are considered confidential by the instructor such as exams or quizzes.
If necessary, discipline will include redirection, conversations with your parents/guardians, dean's referral or removal from the class.
6. Being prepared for class is a major key to your success. There is a link for Learning Objectives on my web page (https://sites.google.com/site/wvapmrdonahue) under anatomy home à units of study. Completion of the Learning Objectives for each unit is optional. But, if you choose to complete this assignment accurately and on time, one point will be added to your test column. Please note: These objectives are completed for the upcoming unit to help you prepare in advance for the material. All Learning Objectives are due four days after an exam with the exception of the first (due August 27th).
7. A sticker will be awarded for receiving an ‘A’ on a quiz or test. Keep these. Put them on the back of your student ID. Two stickers are good for the answer to any one-point question on any unit assessment. The student must indicate which question he/she wishes to apply the stars to prior to turning in the assessment.
8. If you do not perform as well as you'd like on an exam but wish to demonstrate your mastery of the topic (and recover points), you may re-take the exam once. The following criteria apply:
- you must have completed and turned in the learning objectives for that unit by the due date
- all make-up exams are 100% short answer/essay format (regardless of the reason for taking the test)
- the re-assessment must be scheduled with me and completed within 5 school days
- you must schedule with me, attend and participate in two 15-minute review sessions prior to the exam (after the school day between 2:30 – 3:30 PM)
9. Late work will be accepted until the end of the unit in which the work was assigned. Late work will be automatically reduced 50%.
10. Quality written work is expected. If I cannot read the assignment, it will be given back to you. You will be asked to resubmit you work the next school day at reduced credit (see above #7).
11. Make-up work is your responsibility. If you have scheduled a pre-arranged absence, you must check Google Classroom for the weekly plan and complete your assignments on time (unless otherwise agreed upon with the instructor).
12. Come prepared to learn each day. No exceptions. The textbook is fantastic, but quite large and cumbersome. I will always have copies of the text in the room. Textbooks can be checked out upon request.
13. As of the start of the academic year, Governor Pritzker has announced a mask mandate for all Illinois schools. The expectation is that “all teachers, students and staff in every K-12 school to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status.” I will enforce that mandate.
14. If necessary, discipline will include redirection, email home, phone call home, and/or dean's referral.
15. I teach 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 8th periods. If you need assistance, I am in the building by 6:15AM and may be available 4th or 5th period by appointment only. Academic assistance is available during all lunch periods
(3-7) in the Academic Resource Center.
A. General Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to do the following:
Describe general concepts of human anatomy and physiology
1. Recognize and use terminology of human anatomy and physiology
2. Explain interactions and interrelationships of human organ systems
B. Topical Outline:
1. Introductory concepts in anatomy and physiology
a. Anatomical position
b. Body planes, sections, cavities, and regions
c. Directional terms
d. Levels of organization
e. Life processes
f. Homeostasis
2. Chemistry
a. Basic inorganic chemistry
b. Basic organic chemistry
3. Cells and tissues
a. General characteristics of an animal cell
b. Membrane transport
c. General characteristics of tissue types
d. General functions of tissue types
e. Description of membranes
4. Integumentary system
a. Structure and function of the skin
b. Glands and epidermal derivatives
c. Sensory receptors
5. Skeletal system
a. General structure of bone
b. Bone development and growth
c. Function of skeletal system
d. Classification of joints
e. Identification of bones, major bone markings, and joints of the skeleton
6. Muscular system
a. Types of muscle tissue
b. Structure of a muscle fiber and of a muscle
c. Muscle fiber contraction
d. Identification of major muscles and their actions
7. Nervous system
a. Organization of the nervous system
b. General structure of a neuron
c. Conduction of a nerve impulse
d. The synapse and neurotransmitters
e. Structure and function of the spinal cord
f. Major structures of the brain and their function
g. Structure and function of a nerve
h. Overview of peripheral nervous system
i. Autonomic nervous system
j. Major structures of the ear and their function
k. Major structures of the eye and their function
l. Chemical senses: taste and olfaction
8. Endocrine system
a. Major endocrine glands and the hormones they secrete
b. Function of hormones
c. Stress and hormones
9. Digestive system, metabolism, and nutrition
a. Digestive processes: chemical and mechanical digestion
b. Organs of the digestive system
c. Carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism
d. Nutrition
10. Respiratory system
a. Structure and function of respiratory organs
b. Transport of gases
11. Cardiovascular system
a. Blood characteristics and blood grouping
b. Hemostasis
c. Structure and function of the heart
d. Blood pathway through the heart and coronary blood vessels
e. Types of blood vessels, major blood vessels, and circulatory routes
12. Lymphatic system
a. Tissues, organs, and vessels of the lymphatic system
b. Nonspecific defenses
c. Specific defenses (immunity)
13. Urinary system
a. Structure of the kidney, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra
b. Function of the kidney and nephron
14. Reproductive system
a. Male reproductive system
b. Female reproductive system
c. Gamete formation and fertilization