Instructor: Carl Estrella
Office: Science 131
Phone: (209) 384-6294
e-mail: estrella.c@mccd.edu (if you e-mail me, put "Anatomy" in the subject line)

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Description of Course
Texts
Dissecting Equipment
Grading
Conduct
Drop Policy
How to Succeed

Biology 16 is an intensive study of the structure of the human body. Consideration is given to the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, nervous, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems. Special emphasis is placed on the needs of students majoring in biology, nursing, physical education, and medical sciences. This class is a 4-unit course with a total of 144 hours in a semester. It is usually recommended that you study 2 to 3 hours outside of class for every hour of class time.

Expected Student Outcomes: 

Upon completion of this course, the student is expected to be able to:

A.         Define anatomy and apply commonly used anatomical terminology.
B.         Describe the structure of the generalized animal cell and relate its structure to its function.
C.         Describe,  illustrate and summarize basic life processes of single cells and multicellular organisms.
D.         Evaluate the cell theory.
E.         Classify the four major tissues, their distinguishing histological features, their functions and principal locations in the body.
F.         Differentiate the histologic features of osseous tissue and the features of the bones of the body.
G.         Describe the principal types of joints and their location, and analyze joint function and principal motions.
H.         Summarize the characteristics and the functions of muscle tissue, and the origin, insertion and action of the important muscles of the body.
I.         Classify the components of blood and their role in body function.
J.         Compare the parts of the heart and major circulatory routes in the body including arteries, veins, capillaries and lymphatics.
K.         Classify the organs of the nervous system and the cells of nervous tissue.
L.         Assess the anatomical features of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous system, autonomic nervous system and sensory apparatus.
M.         Evaluate the components of the endocrine system, their relationship to the nervous system and their functions in maintaining homeostasis.
N.         Explain the anatomical structures of the respiratory system including location of parts and evaluate the function of each in gaseous transport.
O.         Evaluate the alimentary canal and accessory organs and relate these organs to their role in digestion and absorption of nutrients.
P.         Assess the role of  all urinary system organs in the elimination of body wastes and maintenance of body fluid balance.
Q.         Compare, and contrast the structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems.

Required:

• Martini/Timmons, Human Anatomy, sixth edition, Pearson/Benjamin Cummings, 2008 (you may use a previous edition).
• Timmons and Hutchings, Human Anatomy Laboratory Guide and Dissection Manual, Pearson/Benjamin Cummings, 2008 (you may use the fifth edition).
• Biology 16 Lecture Outlines (Keller, Crombie, and Estrella)

• Seibel and Fourier, Study Guide
• Geneser, Color Atlas of Histology
• Rust, A Guide to Anatomy and Physiology Lab (recommended)

Scalpel, dull probe, forceps, scissors, and gloves (required)
Smock or lab coat (or apron, old shirt, etc.), and safety goggles (recommended)

In the summer, there will be six exam periods. Each period consists of a lab exam and a lecture exam, each exam worth 100 points. There are no makeup examinations. A missed exam is recorded as a 0. In certain emergency situations, proof of the emergency and arrangements made in advance of the examination may be considered in determining the possibility of a makeup lecture portion of the exam. There is no make-up of lab practicums (exams). If you miss a lab practicum, you have three choices: 1) receive a 0 for that exam, 2) drop the class, or 3) take an incomplete for the class and make-up the unit lab practicum you missed the following semester. Option 3 is only possible with the instructor's permission and is used only for emergency situations. Makeup exams may be essay and/or in another form from the one given in class. There is a final comprehensive exam which may be used to replace a low score on a previous lecture exam (or a missed lecture exam).

The lecture exams will be objective to include multiple choice and possibly some matching, true-false, and fill-ins. You will need a scantron form (#882 or equivalent) and a #2 pencil (or equivalent) to take the lecture exams.

Lab exams are usually given in practicum format in that you may be asked to identify structures found on microscope slides, models, human bones, diagrams, photographs, projections, dissected material, fresh non-dissected material, etc. Because of the time to set up and scheduling with other sections for room use, there is absolutely no make ups for lab practicals. The first lab exam may consits of projected slides and overhead projector images.

Because of the above consideration, it is your responsibility to schedule work, personal matters, and other classes around the schedule as listed for Biology 16. By signing up for this section of the class, it is assumed that you are able to make all scheduled meetings and exams. You alone are responsible for any departure from this section's schedule.

Your grade is based on the following percentage of total point (85% = A, 75% = B, 60% = C, 50% = D, less than 50% = F).

*If the total points for this semester is 1200, then:

*It is possible that short quizzes may be given; if so, those points may be added to the 1200 total points possible which you will be working to accumulate.

* Your may also be graded on your individual dissection of the cat.

• NO eating, drinking, or smoking in any classroom not only because it is school policy but also for health and safety issues. Drinking water is acceptable.

• All cell phones, pagers, and or other personal communication devices must be turned off or be in silent mode in any classroom or lab. Do not answer the phone in either lecture or lab. Quietly walk out of the room before speaking. Anyone needing to contact you in an emergency can always call campus security at 384-6054. A security officer is able to enter the classroom/lab and relay a message to you. If you have a serious and compelling personal problem with this policy, please see me.

• Pay attention to what you are doing at all times because there are dangerous materials being used (i.e. scalpels, preservatives, etc.).

• You will be required to dissect a cat working with one or two partners. Your participation and attendance in lab will be considered in the final grade preparation.

• All lab work must be completed in the lab as you will not be able to take specimens and materials out of the classroom/lab.

  Academic Honesty Policy: Academic dishonesty is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct at Merced College and is handled by the Vice-President of Student personnel. The Academic Honesty Policy is available on the Merced College Website and is posted in the laboratory. A copy will be given to you upon request. The specific policies on academich honesty in this course include but are not limited to the following

• • Anyone caught cheating on an exam or practicum or any work turned in for a grade, will receive a grade of "F" for that assignment. That assignment cannot be used as a score to drop should there be any dropped assignments. A repeat offense will result in an "F" in the course and possibly expulsion from the college.

  • Examples of cheating include but are not limited to:

    • obtaining information from another student or source (notes, cheat sheets, etc...) during the exam/practicum.

    • giving information to another student or students regarding exams/practicums given previously or set up to be given.

    *If you suspectg that someone or a group of students in the class is cheating, please inform the instsructor. You can e-mail, phone or write a note regarding your suspicion. The instructor will keep a watchful eye on the "suspect(s)" in future exams and handle the matter without involving you.

Laboratory sessions are usually crowded at the beginning of the semester. Students who miss labs or who earn less than a C on the first examination (without discussing the result with me) may be dropped from the class by the instructor. If you miss two consecutive days or four times in lecture and two consecutive days and four times in lab or are absent more that 20% of the meeting hours, I reserve the right to drop you. Dropping may come without warning and you may find yourself no longer on my roster. If you plan to drop the course, make sure you drop formally with the admissions and records area. If you do not drop, there is a risk that you may receive an F in the course.

Two tardies or leaving before the completion of lecture and/or lab will constitute one absence.

Emergencies will be addressed on a case by case basis. Documentation is necessary. Routine medical, dental, counselor, hairdressor, dog grooming,
DMV, etc..... appointments are not emergencies.

It is your responsibility to indicate to me that you are present before you leave for the day regardless of the form of attendance taking I may have used. I tend to fluctuate with calling names, passing sign-in sheets, returning papers, etc. as forms of attendance. Telling me that you were present at a previous meeting when you were marked absent is not acceptable.

Attend class regularly and be attentive.

• Take notes in lecture and lab and try to organize these notes for study purposes. See the instructor if you need help in this area.

• Read the chapter or lab before the class session.

• Ask questions to clarify or expand on the material being discussed in class.

• Get help through tutoring or forming study groups early in the session.

• Write down as much as you can and learn to communicate through writing (as on exams).

• The learning facilities in the library may be used to sign up for tutors, learn how to take notes, learn how to study, learn how to write and communicate effectively, learn how to take tests -- and more!!! Please make use of the library for your own good.

I am also available to help you in and out of class whenever possible.
 

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