This document outlines the syllabus for a 4-credit introductory anatomy and physiology course taught in fall 2010. The course will be taught on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00-10:45 am. It will cover the structure and function of major body systems through lectures, labs, exams, quizzes and assignments. Grades will be based on quizzes, exams, and a laboratory notebook. The course aims to help students understand basic human physiology using scientific principles and evaluate physiological data.

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Course: BIO 160: Intro to Anatomy and Physiology ‐ Fall 2010
S Y L L A B U S Instructor: Dr. Kelly Trainor, Ph.D.
Your Course Learning Plan
Time Frame: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 – 10:45 am
A. Instructor Contact and Communications
Office location: Building 4 (Wheadon), Room 223
Tuesdays: 11:30 – 4:00 pm
Office hours:
Thursdays: 11:30 – 4:00 pm
Phone: 928‐717‐7951
E‐mail address: kelly.trainor@yc.edu
Classroom location: Prescott, Bldg. 4, Rm 219
B. General Course Information
Credit hours: 4.0
Principles of scientific method. Structural organization, homeostasis and
Course description:
control mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and
function of the major systems of the body. Prerequisite: Reading
Proficiency. Three lecture. Three lab.
Prerequisite/Co‐requisite: None
Textbooks, software, supplies, Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Ninth Ed.; Elaine Marieb,
equipment and tools: 2009, Pearson Education
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, Fourth
Ed.; Elaine Marieb; 2009, Pearson Education
C. Course Content and Outcomes
1. Scientific method and physiological measurements
Course content:
2. Structural organization of the body
3. Homeostasis and homeostatic control mechanisms
4. Specific chemistry concepts of the body
5. Integumentary system
6. Skeletal system and joints
7. Muscular system
8. Nervous system
9. Endocrine system

2. 10. Cardiovascular system
11. Lymphatics and immune system
12. Respiratory system
13. Digestive system
14. Urinary system
15. Reproductive system
Learning outcomes: 1. Use the scientific method to evaluate basic principles of human
physiology.
2. Identify the unifying themes of human anatomy and physiology.
3. Interpret numerical and graphical presentations of physiological data.
4. Explain the role of specific tools and equipment utilized in clinical
evaluation of human physiology.
5. Record or evaluate investigative results.
6. Describe the structural organization of the body.
7. Describe homeostasis and homeostatic control mechanisms.
8. Describe the specific chemistry concepts of the body.
9. Describe the structure and function of the integumentary system and
body membranes, skeletal system and joints, muscular system, nervous
system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system and
immunity, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and the
reproductive system.
Grading (credit) criteria: Grading Scale:
Quizzes 40%
Exams 40%
Laboratory Notebook 20%
Total 100%
Grading Scale:
90 – 100% = A
80 – 89% = B
70 – 79% = C
60 – 69% = D
0 – 59% = F
Institution Policies and Instructor Procedures
Exam, Quiz and Lab Make‐Up Students are expected to attend every class. If a student misses an exam,
Policy: quiz or lab, they will not be able to make it up and will receive a zero for the
grade; unless there are extenuating circumstances which must be approved
by the instructor prior‐to. I will drop each student’s lowest exam, quiz and
lab score. Therefore, they will be given one “freebie” for an exam, quiz, or
lab. In order to pass the class, each student must take the last exam of the
semester.

3. Laboratory Notebooks: A laboratory notebook will need to be kept and turned in for evaluation prior
to each exam. To be considered for evaluation, a notebook must have the
following:
 Be bound or stapled separate from your regular class notes or notebook
(three‐ring binder recommended)
 A title page indicating your name, course title, and when the class meets.
 A table of contents that refers to tabs placed in front of each laboratory
exercise.
 Laboratory exercises taken from the lab manual must have all frilly edges
removed.
 Your name and the date the lab was conducted in class must be written
clearly on the first page of each lab.
Late Work: If I receive your work after the scheduled due date, points are deducted at
10% per day the assignment is late. If unknown circumstances occur that will
prevent you from submitting your work by the due date, call or email me
immediately. Work will NOT be accepted if it is more than 1 week late.
Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings,
laboratories, and field trips. A student who expects to be absent due to
another school‐sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must make
prior arrangements with the instructor. All course work must be made up as
directed by the instructor. If a student has more than 3 unexcused absences
from the class they will be dropped. A student who does not adhere to
instructor and College attendance requirements may be dropped from the
course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.
Yavapai College is committed to providing a quality learning environment. All
Cell Phone and Pager Policy:
cell phones and pagers must be placed in a non‐audible mode while in
classrooms, computer labs, the library, the learning center, and testing areas.
Cell phones and pagers must be used outside these facilities. Any student
found using a cell phone in any manner during an exam or quiz will receive
and automatic zero on that exam or quiz.
Course Withdrawal: To officially withdraw from a course, the student must complete a Yavapai
College Change of Class Enrollment Form and submit it to the Registration
Office. Withdrawing from a course after the published deadline for
withdrawal requires instructor approval and signature. A withdrawal “W” will
no longer be assigned when a student does not complete a class. Instructors
will assign only letter grades for students who remain enrolled. If a student
does not follow official procedures for withdrawing from a course, failing
grades may be posted on the student’s permanent record.
Academic Integrity: Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning environment.
The presentation of another individual’s work as one’s own or the act of
seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating, plagiarism or other
dishonest means are violations of the College’s “Student Code of Conduct.”
Definitions of plagiarism, cheating, and violation of copyright and penalties for
violation are available in the Yavapai College General Catalog.

4. Student Code of Conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are
fundamental expectations for every student. The “Student Code of Conduct”
outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for responding to
allegations of student misconduct.
Disability Resources: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services to
students with documented disabilities. Accommodations for a student must
be arranged by the student through the Disability Resources Coordinator
(Prescott Campus: 928.776.2079 or Verde Valley Campus: 928.634.6563).
Student Resources (as applicable)
Library services: Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the Verde Valley
Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide library
network, which provides access to a wide‐range of information and
resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County. Possession of a College
library card entitles students to access materials housed at member
libraries. Instructors may place required course materials on reserve in the
library or make assignments that require the use of library resources.
Learning Centers: A Learning Center is available on the Prescott and Verde Valley Campuses.
These centers provide a variety of learning support for students including
tutoring, adaptive computer and equipment for students with disabilities,
and a networked general computer lab.
Tutoring: Call for details: Prescott 776‐2085 or Verde Valley 634‐6562
Online resources and services: Online writing tutoring for any academic subject is available at
www2.yc.edu/content/learningcenters

5. BIO 160 – Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
Course Outline – Fall 2010
Week 1 Tues 8/24
Intro/Syllabus/Orientation
The Human Body – Chapter 1
Thur 8/26
Basic Chemistry – Chapter 2
Lab – Exercise 1: The Language of Anatomy
Week 2 Tues 8/31
Cells and Tissues – Chapter 3
Quiz 1 – Human Body and Basic Chemistry
Thurs 9/2
Lab – The Microscope
Lab – Exercise 5: Classification of Tissues
Week 3 Tues 9/7
Skin and Membranes – Chapter 4
Quiz 2 – Cells and Tissues
Thurs 9/9
Blood – Chapter 10 (On exam II)
Week 4 Tues 9/14
Exam I – Covers chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4
Lab Notebook Due
Lab – Blood Typing
Thurs 9/16
Cardio Vascular System – Chapter 11
Week 5 Tues 9/21
Quiz 3 – Cardiovascular System
Lab – Exercise 20: Anatomy of the Heart
Lab – Exercise 22: Cardiovascular Physiology
Thurs 9/23
Respiratory System – Chapter 13

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Week 6 Tues 9/28
Exam II – Covers chapters 10, 11, and 13
Lab Notebook Due
Lab – Respirometer Lab
Thurs 9/30
Skeletal System – Chapter 5
Week 7 Tues 10/5
Quiz 4 – Skeletal System
Lab – Skeletal System ‐ Exercises: 7, 8, and 9
Thurs 10/7
Nervous System (Nerves) – Chapter 7
Week 8 Tues 10/12
No Class – Faculty Development Day
Thurs 10/14
Nervous System (Brain) – Chapter 7
Week 9 Tues 10/19
Quiz 5 – Nervous System
Lab – Exercise 14: Gross Anatomy of the Brain
Thurs 10/21
Special Senses – Chapter 8
Week 10 Tues 10/26
Exam III – Covers chapters 5, 7 and 8
Lab Notebook Due
Lab – Reflexes and Special Senses – Exercises: 16 and 17
Thurs 10/28
Muscular System – Chapter 6
Week 11 Tues 11/2
Quiz 6 – Muscular System
Urinary System – Chapter 15
Thurs 11/4

7. Lab – Exercise 26: Anatomy of Urinary System
Week 12 Tues 11/9
Quiz 7 – Urinary System
Digestive System – Chapter 14
Thurs 11/11
Lab – Salivary Amylase
Week 13 Tues 11/16
Exam IV – Covers chapters 6, 14 and 15
Lab Notebook Due
Thurs 11/18
Lymph System and Immune Defenses – Chapter 12
Week 14 Tues 11/23
Lymph System and Immune Defenses – Chapter 12
Reproductive System – Chapter 16
Thurs 11/25
No Class ‐ Thanksgiving
Week 15 Tues 11/30
Quiz 8 – Lymph System and Immune Defenses
Reproductive System – Chapter 16
Endocrine System – Chapter 9
Thurs 12/2
Lab – Fetal Pig Dissection
Week 16 Tues 12/7
Endocrine System – Chapter 9
Thurs 12/9
Exam V – Covers chapters 9, 12 and 16
Lab Notebook Due

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Course: BIO 160: Intro to Anatomy and Physiology ‐ Fall 2010
S Y L L A B U S Instructor: Kelly Trainor
AGREEMENT
Time Frame: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 – 10:45
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this syllabus and have been given a chance to ask questions about it.
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