Biology 312-01: Animal Physiology- Spring 2005: Syllabus

TEXTS
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Tortora, Grabowski. Wiley and Sons, Inc.
Biology. Starr and Taggard.Wadsworth

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

Goals of Biology 312:

• 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
• To encourage the development of critical thinking in the assimilation of concepts and specific information.
  Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 1,2
• 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
• 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
• Development of Laboratory Skills 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
• Development of Computer search, information, and html presentation skills.
  Educational Objectives: [http://www.montreat.edu] - 3,4
• 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

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 courses will cover. The student prepares this material (see schedule below) and comes to the class session for this review ready to finalize their mastery of the material and have a quiz on this 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] or can be copied at the computers in the resource library room, Morgan Hall 209.
• 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 examinations are only cumulative in the sense that one test may build upon principles of prior portions of the course.
• Laboratory sessions can include review periods, physiology exercises, and introduction to computer simulations that are to be done independently as homework. Laboratory reports will comprise the majority of the laboratory grade component.
• 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 at semester mid-term point.
• A faith integration module will be posted to explore course applications to Christian faith.
• 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 Spring 2005:

Tests:30% [10% each]

Biology Review Quizzes: 15%:

Topic Research Web Site 10% (One page review of a topic with 15 web sources.)

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. The instructor will assist the student in web site preparation as needed.

Laboratory 30%

·Lab Reports (25%)

·Lab participation (5%) Laboratory Attendance (point deduction of 3/35 per lab missed)

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. No hats will be worn in class and please refrain from eating in the classroom.

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 312 -01 Spring 2005 Lecture & Laboratory Schedule: Lassiter

Lecture meets on Tuesday, 9:30-10:50 a.m. (and the 30 minutes of class time on Thursday). Laboratory meetings are Thursday, 9:30-10:50 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. and include a Quiz of the materials covered on Tuesday and general biology materials on those topics. Some Laboratories are Preparation Sessions for Independent Computer Exercises done outside of Class-Time.

Week of:

Lecture Topic / Text (Chapter Reading Assignment )

Lab. Assignment / Exercise / Test

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Jan. 10	Tissue Level of Organization (PAP- Ch 4 / Ch1)	The Integumentary System (PAP-Ch 5)
Jan. 17	Skeletal System - Bone Tissue (PAP-Ch 6) A -Project Students meet to present ideas and development of outlines.	The Cell All Systems Integration
Jan. 24	Muscle Tissue (PAP-Ch 10)	Muscle Physiology
Jan. 31	Muscular System (PAP-Ch 11)	Test Period (no quiz) Digestion (Diet)
Test I: Friday, February 4th.* *Material for a test includes that listed above the test entry up to the last test.

Feb. 7	Digestive System (PAP-Ch24)	Exercise -Digestion Urinary Analysis Exercise
Feb. 14	Metabolism (PAP_Ch25) Cardiovascular System: The Blood (PAP-Ch19)	Heart EKG / Rate Exercise
Feb. 21	Cardiovascular System: The Heart (PAP-Ch20) Blood Vessels / Hemodynamics (PAP-Ch21)	PhysioEx Simulation-Frog Cardiovascular Physiology
Feb. 28	Lymphatic System (PAP-Ch22) Topic Web Site Due on Wednesday (March 2nd)!!	ADAM Respiration Exercise PhysioEx Simul.-Respiration Sharing of Web Sites / Posting
Spring Break - March 7-11. Have a great break.
March 14	Respiratory System (PAP-Ch23)	Test Period (no quiz) The Urinary System (PAP-Ch26)
Test II: Friday, March 18th.*

March 21	The Urinary System (PAP-Ch26) Electrolyte, Acid-Base Homeostasis (PAP-Ch27)	Renal Physiology Urinary / Fluid Balance Toxicology
Easter Break-April 25-28-(). Rest in the Peace that our Lord brings! The Lord has risen!
March 28 [Tues.,29th is a Monday schedule]	Nervous Tissue (PAP-Ch12) Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves (PAP-Ch13)	No Lab-Thursday is lecture Diet / Urinary Report Due
April 4	The Brain and Cranial Nerves (PAP-Ch14) Sensory, Motor and Integrative Systems (PAP-Ch15)	ADAM Nervous System Exercises
April 11	The Special Senses(PAP-Ch16) Autonomic Nervous System (PAP-Ch17)	No Lab-Thursday is lecture
April 18	The Reproduction Systems (PAP-Ch28) Development and Inheritance (PAP-29) The Endocrine System (PAP-Ch18)	No Lab-Thursday is lecture
April 25(Tu.)	Review Lecture Materials	No Laboratory
Test III: Wednesday, April 30th. (Out-of-Class-Due Friday, April 22nd)*
May2	Final Exam: (Comprehensive)312-01: Saturday, April 30th, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.