Fall 2018 Course Syllabi

FIELD TRIPS : Based on the need of the class, field trips may be organized at the instructor’s discretion. Field trips, although not mandatory, might be associated with earning points. Date and time for field trips will be announced as they become available to the instructor. GRADING — Your final grade will be based upon the 400 pts earned in Lecture and the 400 pts earned in Lab: 800 pts total. Letter grades are given as follows: A = 89.5-100% of the total points B = 79.5 - <89.5% of the total points C = 69.5 - <79.5% of the total points D = 59.5 - <69.5% of the total points F = <59.5% of the total points CHALLENGING A GRADE— Questions regarding Lecture exams are to be guided to Dr. Datta. Questions regarding Practical exams are to be guided to respective lab Instructor and/or Dr. Datta. Questions regarding lab quizzes can be answered by your Lab Instructor(s). Please make all inquiries regarding the accuracy of your grades within one week of the exam. Appeals must be supported by published evidence (i.e., text, atlas, lecture outlines). NO CHANGES TO YOUR SCORE WILL BE MADE AFTER THIS ONE WEEK PERIOD! GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL AND OBJECTIVES Goal The goal of this course is to facilitate student learning about human anatomy and physiology so that students better understand and appreciate the complexities of and interactions between organ systems in order to promote the advancement of life sciences in society. Objectives 1) To learn and retain information essential to a broad knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. 2) Demonstrate the application of the scientific methods of inquiry (Goal 1; Objective 1) 3) Practice sound, safe, and sensible laboratory techniques. 4) Demonstrate knowledge of the natural environment (Goal 1; Objective 2) 5) Demonstrate an awareness of the role of science in everyday life (Goal 1; Objective 2) Relationship to Campus Theme This course addresses the campus theme by incorporating the latest diagnostic procedures, treatments, and other technologies that are used to identify and treat human diseases and disorders. Classroom Policies 1) Cell phones, iPods, and related technology are prohibited in the classroom at all