BIOL 2233
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Fall 2010
Lecture MWF 10:10-11:00
TH 9:40-11:00
Agriculture Auditorium (AG 109)
Instructor: Dr. Christopher G. Sims
Office: B 4
Office Phone: 460-1664
E-mail: simsc@uamont.edu
Web Site: http://www.uamont.edu/facultyweb/Sims/
Office Hours: Given the current air conditioning outage office hours will be by appointment only. After repairs are completed 1:30-3:00 MWF; 1:30-3:00 H or by appointment. Changes in this schedule may occur and will be posted outside my door or announced in class
Lecture Textbook: Tortora, G. J. and Grabowski, S. R. 2006. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York. 12th ed.
Course Co-requisites: ENGL 1013
BIOL 1063 strongly recommended
Objectives: To convey knowledge of basic human anatomy and physiology, with special emphasis on cells, tissues, and organ systems.
Course Grade: Exam 1: 100 pts.
Exam 2: 100 pts.
Exam 3: 100 pts.
Comprehensive Final Exam: 200 pts.
Total for Course: 500 pts.
Point spread:
A = 500-447.5 pts., B = 447.5-397.5 pts., C = 397.5-347.5 pts., D = 347.5-297.5 pts., F < 297.5
********ON THE DAY OF EACH EXAM, PLEASE BRING A SCANTRON FORM (882-E) AND A NUMBER 2 PENCIL.
********NO EXTRA CREDIT will be given under any circumstances!!!
Each student will choose a code number/code name prior to the first test and this will be used to post grades. Grades will be posted either by hard copy or on the Internet. If you do not wish to have your grade posted please let the instructor know prior to the first test. Grades will not be provided over the phone or by E-mail.
Attendance, Testing, and Cheating: Attendance in this course is mandatory and will be recorded regularly. Your success in this course is directly dependent on your attendance.
Exam attendance is required and make-up exams will be given only under extreme circumstances. Make-up exams will be allowed only in cases of illness with a doctor’s excuse, excused university functions, or family emergencies with a written excuse from a family member. If you are forced to miss an exam you must notify me within 24 hours of the exam. Failure to do so will result in a zero on that exam. If you know ahead of time that you will be absent please let me know and prior arrangements for testing can be made.
Cheating in any form will not be tolerated and will automatically result in failure of the course. Cellular phones are included in the cheating policy and any appearance of a cellular phone (or other electronic devise) during a test will be considered an attempt to cheat by the student.
Likewise electronic devises such as cellular phones etc. will not be allowed in lecture unless prior approval is given by the instructor. Failure to follow this rule will result in the student being asked to leave class.
Students with disabilities: It is the policy of the University of Arkansas at Monticello to accommodate individuals with disabilities pursuant to federal law and the University’s commitment to equal educational opportunities. It is the responsibility of the student to inform the instructor of any necessary accommodations at the beginning of the course. Any student requiring accommodations should contact the Office of Special Student Services located in Harris Hall Room 120; phone 870 460-1026; TDD 870 460-1626; Fax 870 460-1926.
Statement on disruptive behavior: The following action is prohibited under the Student Conduct Code: Disorderly Conduct: Any behavior which disrupts the regular or normal functions of the University community, including behavior which breaches the peace or violates the rights of others.
Lecture Schedule: Chapter #:
Introduction to the human body 1
Chemical organization 2
Cellular organization 3
EXAM 1
Cellular metabolism 25
Tissue organization 4
EXAM 2
Integumentary system 5
Skeletal system
Bone 6
Axial 7
Appendicular 8
Joints 9
EXAM 3
Muscular tissue 10
Muscular system 11
Nervous tissue 12
Tests will be announced at least one week in advance.
Final Section 1 MWF Monday, December 13, 8:00-10:00
Section 2 TH Wednesday, December 15, 1:30-3:30
Important Dates:
August 25 (Wednesday): First day of classes.
August 25-31 (Wednesday through Tuesday): Late registration. A $25 late registration fee will be assessed.
August 25-31 (Wednesday through Tuesday): Students may make schedule changes.
August 31 (Tuesday): Last day to register or add fall classes.
September 6 (Monday): Labor Day Holiday. All offices and classes closed.
November 8 (Monday): Preregistration for spring begins.
November 10 (Wednesday): Last day to drop with W in regular classes; not applicable to fast-track classes.
November 23 (Tuesday): All classes (day, evening, and distance education) will meet as usual.
November 24 (Wednesday): Classes closed. University offices open.
November 25-26 (Thursday-Friday): Thanksgiving Holiday. All offices and classes closed.
December 7 (Tuesday): Last day to withdraw from class (regular and second 8-week fast-track classes).
December 10 (Friday): Last day of classes.
December 13-17 (Monday-Friday): Final exams.