Biology 204-01: Animal Physiology- Fall 2008: Syllabus

TEXTS
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Tortora, Derrickson. Wiley and Sons, Inc. 12th ed
Biology. Starr and Taggard.Wadsworth [ Reference Text]

RESOURCES
See the web and text resources, these are great and I hope that you will use them. Concerning writing...All students are encouraged to take advantage of the resources available in the Writing Center, located adjacent to the Bell Library computer lab. See http://www.montreat.edu/writing

Objectives / Goals of Biology 204:

1. Objective: A student successfully completing this course must be able to understand concepts intgrated into various modes of classroom instruction and additionally be involved in student-student assistance while being a part of a class support structure that provides the opportunity for Christ-centered encouargement.

Goal: To enhance learning through various styles of instruction and student-student assistance while fostering an atmosphere of Christ-centered support and encouragement. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 3, 5, 7 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A,1B; BL Assessement Goal 2-LO2A,2B; BL Assessment Goal 3-LO3A]

2. Objective: The student will be able to utilize critical thinking to assimulate specific information and topics of structure into a physiological operations model requiring the student's understanding of systems integrations within an organism.

Goal: To encourage the development of critical thinking in the assimilation of concepts and specific information. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 1,2 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A]

3. Objective: The students will be able to utilize foundational concepts and principles in various organismal and environmental processes models.

Goal: To develop foundational concepts and principles foundational to Biology, applicable to Environmental Studies and in preparation for professional training (i.e. Medical School and Graduate School). Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 3, 5 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A,1B]

4. Objective: Successful students will independently review and prepare for class, class evaluations, and mastery of the course materials, but also participate and be supported by small groups that provides peer-to-peer instruction and academic refinement.

Goal: Self actualized review (introductory biology and current course materials) and preparation, supported and encouraged by small study / support groups and participatory learning/instruction. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 5,6 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A; BL Assessment Goal 3-LO3A]

5. Objective: Successful students will master skills ( protcol, analytical , graphic, and writing) in exercises that are applicable to professional arenas.

Goal: Development of Skills [introduction to skils applied to the laboratory ] and exercises to provide for the mastery of materials applicable to job/academic placement. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 2,3,4,5,6 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A; BL Assessment Goal 3-LO3A,3B]

6. Objective: Students will be able to perform internet searches for scientific materials and prepare a web site for each student's class presentation.

Goal: Development of Computer search, information, and html presentation skills. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 3,4 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A,1B; BL Assessment Goal 3-LO3A]

7. Objective: Students receiving an "A" grade will plan, complete an independent project, and prepare the project for utilization within the course.

Goal: A student wishing to receive an "A" grade will be required to complete a project through the assistance of the professor. The student with this recognized initiative will be required to develop a project, organize their goals, develop a time line of tasks, anticipate project dynamics, and determine the utilization of the project within the class. Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 2,3,4,5,6,7 [BL Assessment Goal 1-LO1A; BL Assessment Goal 2-LO2B; BL Assessment Goal 3-LO3A]

Course Components:

• Lectures / Discussion will utilize topics foundational to Animal Physiology.
• Build upon General Biology basic concepts. The student will review the general biology materials foundational to what this course will cover. The student prepares this material (see schedule below) and comes to the class session with this review ready to finalize their mastery of the material . This student preparation assures that the student is ready for the materials of this course build upon the basic understanding provided by general biology (101-102 ). Individual and Study Group review of introductory material from Starr's text is encouraged. Notes for each chapter are available on the web [http://cesc.montreat.edu/Mark].
• It is encouraged that you work with your study group or see the instructor as soon as possible if you need any help with the review material.
• Select tests will include review and lecture material and one final will be given. These tests are only cumulative in the sense that one test may build upon principles of prior portions of the course. The final is cumulative and comprehensive.
• Students will prepare an html web site project for related topics of the course. This will be composed of the following: Front page (title, author, class, links to site, identification footer), one page review of topic, resource page with 15 web sites linked but listed as a bibliography. Due after the second test - see schedule below.
• Following the submission of the web page project, a student is to focus on one system and develop a web resource compilation and compile the components of the physiological system that are resourced in the compilation. This can be done as a web page or in a word processing document [include animation links of functions for this styem if found].
• A faith integration module will explore course applications to Christian faith and pose questions related to faith development and scientific inquiry.
• Students preparing an "A-Project" will pursue a project and prepare an html web site to summarize or post the project (See the below components and requirements of this project.).
  

Grading for Fall 2008:

Tests:60% [15% each]

Biology Review Quizzes: 5%:

Topic Research Web Site 5% (One page review of a topic with 15 web sources.)

Physiological System Resource Compilation [with animations of functions if found] 15%

Final Exam: 15%

"A-Project": 10% A project graded at an "A" level is required for all students receiving an "A" in the course.

An outline and a schedule of project goals must be approved by the Mid-term point in the course. Thus, the student must discuss the project with the professor at an earlier date to get assistance and then must submit a written proposal with a goals schedule prior to the deadline so that the professor and student can get the materials approved by the deadline. The student is responsible for keeping a log of their work and how effectively they met the schedule of their goals. This log and self-evaluation of how well the goals and dates set for these goals were met, is turned in with the project and is a component of the project evaluation. The log and evaluation is to be turned no later than a week after your project is presented to the class or professor. All must be compiled as a web site if applicable. The instructor will assist the student in web site preparation as needed.

Grading Scale:
A=100-92, A- = 91-90,
B+=89-88, B=87-82, B-=81-80,
C+=79-78, C=77-72,C-=71-70,
D+=69-68,D=67-62, D-=61-60, F= below 60.

The instructor reserves the right to adjust final grades based on attendance, attitude, behavior and/or special projects. Unannounced quizzes may be given at the beginning of lecture and will last 15-30 minutes. You will not be allowed extra time if you come in late and no make-up is given. Material for quizzes and exams will come directly from the lectures and reading assignments. You are responsible for everything said or discussed in class. There often are bonus questions given on quizzes or exams, however, make-ups of either the tests or final do not have bonus questions.

Student Expectations:
Talking or distracting others in class will not be tolerated. If this occurs, you will be asked to leave class and be credited with an absence. Cheating is not tolerated and if caught, you will automatically fail the assignment on the first offense,however, if an event occurs again, you will fail the course*. Plagiarism also applies for this academic honor policy*. There are no second chances. Remember to be careful to site all your references!! All use of tobacco is prohibited in the Morgan Science Center.

Attendance Policy:
Registration in a course obligates the student to regular and punctual attendance. Absences will be counted from the first week of classes. It is the student's responsibility to obtain, from other students, notes or materials that you miss. This is to be done immediately after an absence. If a quiz is missed, no make-up is given, but the questions and answers should be obtained from a classmate to aid your preparation for tests and the final.

You will be allowed 6 total absences, excused or unexcused. On reaching the sixth absence, your grade will be dropped 1 full letter grade for each additional absence. Coming in late to class 3 times will constitute one unexcused absence. Should you come in late to class, it is your responsibility to see me afterwards and tell me. This has to be done the same day in order to receive credit. Your attendance in class reflects, to some degree, your desire to do well in the course.

Note from the Instructor:
I excitedly engage in this task. I value the opportunity to work with each of you and I equally appreciate your trust in my desire and attempt to make this a valuable course. I recognize the investment that we both make towards these ends and ask that we both humbly seek out God's leading for the best that we can do to make this a great semester. Each of you make-up a unique part of this community and you have continued to impress me with your commitment to your faith and the living out of this among each other. I do look forward to getting to know each of you better this semester.
I have an open-door policy. Please feel free to come speak with me. I invite your interest in directing/altering this course. I will be glad to take any suggestions or concerns you might have and I will try to express to you my concerns about the decisions made in the development of this course. Your concern may lead us both to a unique instruction of the material. I will want to challenge you (even push you sometimes) and I invite you to speak with me if I can help. I will often direct you back to seeking assistance from each other and I will want to develop your self-help skills, but I do encourage you to seek out my help. Again thanks for this opportunity and I look forward to a great semester.

May you know the genuine, reassuring touch of our Savior and be aware of the gentle encouragement to continue our growth and service in our Lord.
-Mark

Biology 204 -02 Fall 2008 Lecture: Lassiter

Lecture meets on MW, 8-9 a.m. Quiz of the materials covered on MW of the previous week and general biology materials on those topics. may be given. Some Independent Computer Exercises and class work is done outside of in seat class-time.

Week of:

Lecture Topic / Text (Chapter Reading Assignment )

Notes and Other Information:

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Aug. 18	Tissue Level of Organization (PAP- Ch 4 / Ch1)
Aug. 25	Skeletal System - Bone Tissue (PAP-Ch 6) The Integumentary System (PAP-Ch 5)	Keep in mind that we are working towards the Integration of all systems.
Sept. 1	Muscle Tissue (PAP-Ch 10) Muscular System (PAP-Ch 11)	A -Project Students meet to present ideas and development of outlines.
Sept. 8	Digestive System (PAP-Ch24)
Test I: Friday, 12th.* *Material for a test includes that listed above the test entry up to the last test.

Sept. 15	Metabolism (PAP_Ch25) Cardiovascular System: The Blood (PAP-Ch19)
Sept. 22	Cardiovascular System: The Heart (PAP-Ch20) Blood Vessels / Hemodynamics (PAP-Ch21)
Sept. 29	Respiratory System (PAP-Ch23) Lymphatic System (PAP-Ch22)
Test II: Fri., Oct. 3rd* Wednesday - Oct. 1st. All "A" Project Proposals Due.
Oct. 6	The Urinary System (PAP-Ch26) Renal Physiology Urinary / Fluid Balance Topic Web Site Due on Monday (Oct. 6th)!!
Fall Break - not affect our classes - Have a great break

Oct. 13	Electrolyte, Acid-Base Homeostasis (PAP-Ch27) Nervous Tissue (PAP-Ch12)
Oct. 20	Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves (PAP-Ch13)
Oct. 27	The Brain and Cranial Nerves (PAP-Ch14) Sensory, Motor and Integrative Systems (PAP-Ch16)
Nov. 3	Autonomic Nervous System (PAP-Ch15) The Special Senses(PAP-Ch17)
Test III: Fri. Nov. 7th*
Nov. 10	The Reproduction Systems (PAP-Ch28) Development and Inheritance (PAP-29)
Nov. 17	The Endocrine System (PAP-Ch18)
Test IV: Fri. Nov. 21st*
Nov. 24 Dec. 2	Review Lecture Materials	Note: Classes only meet: Nov. 24th, Dec. 2nd, and Dec. 3rd.
Thanksgiving Break - Nov. 25 - Dec. 2 - Have a wonderful time of Thanksgiving!
	Final Exam: (Comprehensive)212-01: Monday, Dec. 8th, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m..

A. Definition of Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty, such as cheating on tests and plagiarizing essays, violates the fundamental trust underlying all academic work: that the work be the product of the student who submitted it. Montreat College defines academic dishonesty as the representation of another's words, ideas, or images as one's own. It applies equally to intentional and unintentional quotations, paraphrases, visual images, auditory images, and all electronic means of storage and communication. When academic dishonesty occurs, these procedures will be followed:

B. Discipline of Academic Dishonesty
When a professor suspects a student of academic dishonesty, the professor will meet with the student(s) to discuss the incident and to determine to the faculty member's satisfaction whether or not academic dishonesty has occurred. If, in the instructor's judgment, such a violation of academic integrity has occurred, the faculty member will present the charges in writing to the student. The only possible disciplinarian actions are, (1) a "zero" for the assignment, or (2) an "F" for the course. A student may choose to admit his or her guilt of Academic Dishonesty and waive a hearing. This involves signing the Academic Dishonesty Notice outlining the disciplinary action. The Academic Dishonesty Notice will then be put on file in the Registrar's office. The record(s) regarding academic dishonesty will be retained until the student successfully graduates. A student who does not agree to the professor's charges must appear before a panel of three faculty members appointed by the Assistant Academic Dean or designee on charges of academic dishonesty. During the intervening period, a student is expected to continue to attend class.

The panel will convene a hearing with the student and the professor at which the faculty member will explain the student's alleged violation. A student may choose to counter with evidence of her or his innocence or may admit guilt.

C. Punishment of Academic Dishonesty
If the panel indicates, by simple majority vote, that the student has been dishonest, the panel shall uphold the penalty assessed by the professor. The Assistant Academic Dean or designee will notify the student, professor, advisor, and Registrar in writing of the panel's decision. If the student received a failing grade for the course the student may remove the impact of the "F" on the grade point average by successfully retaking the course. Two incidents of academic dishonesty will result in a student's being subject to dismissal from the college. The student will not be eligible to reapply to Montreat College for at least two (2) years after dismissal. If the panel finds the student not guilty of academic dishonesty, it will notify both the student and the faculty member.

If a student receives a zero for the assignment and wishes to drop the course within the time frame for dropping without penalty, he or she may do so, but the Academic Dishonesty Notice will be kept on file if the student has admitted or been found guilty of academic dishonesty. If the student has been given a zero for the assignment due to academic dishonesty and wishes to drop the course, but the time has passed for dropping without penalty, the student will have "WF" recorded on the transcript. A student receiving an "F" for the course as a result of academic dishonesty is not permitted to withdraw from the course; rather, the "F" is recorded on the transcript. In all instances, the record(s) regarding academic dishonesty will be retained until the student graduates.

D. Exoneration of Academic Dishonesty
If exonerating evidence becomes available in the five business days following notification, a student may appeal to the Vice President and Dean of Academics. Appeals will be heard only if they meet one of the following conditions: (a) Discovery of new evidence; (b) Violation of procedure. A student must remain in the class and work toward its successful completion during the appeal process. The student will be notified in writing of the final decision. Adopted 5/15/03