Instructor: Nancy Bushnell
Office Room: Faculty I, Room 111
Office Hours: M,W(12:30-1:30 p.m.); T(11-1:30 p.m.); and by appointment
Office Phone: 245-8251
Email Address: bushnell@hawaii.edu
REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIALS:
1. Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 8th Edition, 2006, by Elaine N. Marieb
2. Set of colored pens or pencils, red pen for correcting
3. 3 ring binder with lined paper
4. Internet Access (research, book CD, e-mail)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This general science course emphasizes basic science concepts by studying human anatomy
and physiology. The course introduces students to the structure and function of cells,
tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. This course includes a study of the
disease process and recent scientific advances. Prerequisite: Qualified for ENG 100.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: It is expected that students who pass this course will:
1. identify and use the chemical and biological terminology
2. describe the parts of a cell and their functions
3. use and understand the periodic chart
4. demonstrate an understanding that biological processes may be explained in terms of the
laws of physics and chemistry
5. describe mitosis, DNA replication, and protein synthesis
6. demonstrate an understanding of the role of fluids, the movement of ions, and acid-base
balance in maintaining body homeostasis
7. recognize, diagram, and label a representative human cell
8. describe the structural and functional relationships of the body as a whole, its systems and its organs
9. describe the anatomy and physiology of the major body systems,(skin, skeletal, muscular, neural,
cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive)
10. discuss and answer questions correctly to demonstrate critical thinking by:
OFFICE VISITS:
Please feel free to visit during office hours or by appointment regarding your
progress in the course.
GRADES:
Sixty percent (60%) of the final grade will be determined by exams. All exams
will consist of multiple-choice, fill in the blank, matching, and identification questions
and will be weighted equally. The questions will come from the text, lecture, and handouts.
Ten percent (10%) of the final grade will be a lecture notebook to include
copies of all written assignments, chapter vocabulary and questions, science article questions
or critiques, a copy of the class syllabus, class schedule, student understandings document,
class notes, and an example of the mathematical process used to figure out your grade
plus your tentative grade.
Fifteen percent (15%) of your grade will consist of written homework assignments,
graded class assignments, article questions, chapter questions and clinical problem reports.
Ten percent (10%) of the final grade will be for active participation to include
a group presentation of a chapter.
Five percent (5%) of the final grade will be for attendance.
Daily assignments will be checked at the beginning of the class.
Two excused absences will allow the late assignment to be accepted,
otherwise all other late assignments will not be accepted. More than four
absences will decrease your participation percentage by 1% per each absence
over four. Ten absences earns a grade of "F". Make up exams may consist of
essay questions.
| Your final grade is based on: | Percentage | Grading Scale |
| Exam Score Average | 60% | A = 90 - 100% |
| Notebook, Daily Assignments | 10% | B = 80 - 89% |
| Graded Written Assignments | 15% | C = 65 - 79% |
| Active Participation(10%) and Attendance(5%) | 15% | D = 51 - 64% |
| Total | 100% | F = 0 - 50% |
EXAM QUESTIONS:
Sixty percent (60%) of your grade (exam questions) are taken from the material
in the book and lecture material. Therefore, regular attendance is normally required
to attain a passing grade of C or D. Since slides, overheads, and videos are used in lecture
and note taking is sometimes difficult in class, audio taping of lecture is allowed.
Prohibited classroom activities include: any disruptive behavior, late arrival or early
exit, eating or drinking in class, cheating, bringing children to class, videotaping, and
unregistered audit of lecture. Cheating results is an automatic zero for the test and is
cause for immediate disciplinary action.
WITHDRAWALS and INCOMPLETES:
Remember that the final date for withdrawal from the course is __________.
A "W" (withdrawal grade) after _________, requires the instructor's
signature and is given only in cases of extreme or unusual circumstances: 1) a certified
medical reason or 2) a death in the immediate family. Grade related excuses are unacceptable.
An "I" (incomplete grade) will be given only to students
who are achieving passing grades and are very close to completing the course.
The request form needs to be presented prior to the last day of instruction.
In addition, the student must have a very good reason for not being able
to complete all the work on time, such as those listed under withdrawal policy.
INSTRUCTION:
The method of instruction is by lecture, Socratic questioning,
group discussion, homework, and small group activities. Review the course competencies
and you will see such words as "think critically, explain, describe, discuss, analyze,
and problem solve." In order to address these objectives, you need to talk
and write. In the small groups, you will be discussing specific problem
issues and then writing a response addressing the problem, applying it to yourself or
Kaua'i, or answering questions. Some of the homework assignments will be checked in
class and some will be turned in to be graded. This written work needs to be kept in your lecture
notebook (10 percent of your final grade) which is your file cabinet and should contain
your ideas, your work, and important information which will help to determine your grade.
The textbook website has many links to research, system diseases, and aids to help learn the
information. Students who take the time to investigate this website and use the learning
stratagies provided do significantly better in the course.
STUDY SKILLS AND ADVISING:
Transfer core science courses are very academically demanding courses that require developed
study skills. Generally at least 6 hours of study time/week are required to obtain a
"C" or "D" grade. Not only does the text need to be read; it needs to be studied, and
written notes taken. Since memory coding and retrieval are critical to success, students are
usually advised to organize; summarize; and rewrite the information contained in the text
(and lecture) into a set of coherent notes which can be used for review.
Students who perform poorly on tests should seek academic advising from the instructor.
During the semester, only estimated letter grades are given. As a general
rule, students who fail a single test ("F") or perform poorly ("D") on more than one exam
should make an appointment to see the instructor IMMEDIATELY. The Learning Center
has tutoring and lessons reviewing learning strategies.
If a student has a complaint or concern regarding the class or teaching,
that person needs to make an appointment and talk with the instructor to resolve the problem.
STUDENT CONDUCT and ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
As members of the academic community students are expected to promote
an atmosphere of honesty and learning, respect for others, and appropriate
classroom behavior to maintain the academic integrity essential to the
educational process.
"Academic dishonesty cannot be condoned by the University. Such
dishonesty includes cheating and plagarism which violate the Student Conduct
Code and may result in expulsion from the University." (Kauai Community
College Catalog)
STUDENT SERVICES:
If you have a disability and have not voluntarily disclosed the nature
of your disability and the support that you need, you are invited to contact
the Student Services Office, 245-8314 or 245-8212 as soon as possible.
This is to ensure that accommodations are implemented in a timely
fashion.
BIOLOGY 100 SCHEDULE (Fall,2008 - T,TH) (*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
| Date | Lecture Topic (Chapter) | Homework |
| 8/26,28 | Syllabus/The Human Body(1) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-11 |
| 9/2,4 | Basic Chemistry(2) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-31 |
| 9/9,11 | Cells(3)/Student Presentations | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-16 |
| 9/16 | Body Tissues(3)-Student Presentation (9/16) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 17-27 |
| 9/18,23 | Skin(4)-Student Presentation (9/18) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-14 |
| 9/25 | Exam #1: Chapters 1-4 | Study for Exam |
| 9/30,10/2 | Skeletal System(5)Student Presentation (9/25) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-29 |
| 10/7,9 | Muscular System(6)Student Presentation (10/2) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-22 |
| 10/14,16 | Nervous System(7) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-27 |
| 10/21 | Special Senses(8) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-29 |
| 10/23,28 | Endocrine System(9)/Test Review | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-16 |
| 10/30 | Exam #2: Chapters 5-9 | Study for Exam |
| 10/29 | Last Day to Withdraw | Calculate Tentative Grade |
| 11/4 | HOLIDAY | ELECTION DAY |
| 11/6 | Blood(10) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-17 |
| 11/11 | HOLIDAY | VETERAN'S DAY |
| 11/13 | Cardiovascular(11) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-30 |
| 11/18 | Immune System(12) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-21 |
| 11/20 | Respiratory System(13) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-22 |
| 11/25 | Digestive System(14) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-35 |
| 11/27-11/28 | HOLIDAY | THANKSGIVING BREAK |
| 12/2 | Urinary System(15) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-20 |
| 12/4 | Reproductive System(16) | Read,Vocab.,Notes,Questions 1-25 |
| 12/9 | Review for last test | Study for Exam |
| 12/11 | Exam #3: Chapters 10-16 | Study for Exam |
STUDENT UNDERSTANDINGS
NAME:(Print)______________________________________________
(Sign)_____________________________________________________DATE:________
1. I understand the standards in this course and that I am responsible for monitoring my own learning.____(Initial
after each number.)
2. I understand that the class-time will focus on basic science concepts and human systems.____
3. I understand on a typical class day I will be working in a small group and that I will be
responsible to take an active part in advancing the assigned work of the group.___
4. I understand that I will be held regularly responsible for assessing my own work using
criteria and standards discussed in class.___
5. I understand that if at any time in the semester I feel unsure about my grade, I may
request a meeting with the professor.___
6. I understand that I will have a written assignment due for almost every class day except
test days.___
7. I understand that I must keep a lecture notebook which contains chapter questions. all
homework, a copy of all computer generated reports, graded discussion group assignments,
a copy of the class syllabus and schedule, student understandings agreement, and an example of
the procedure used to figure out my grade.___
8. I understand that I must present a group oral report of a chapter.___
9. I understand that if the assignment for the day is not completed, then I am not prepared
to do the in-class work of the day and may be asked to leave.___
10. I understand that there is a final non-cumulative exam.___
11. I understand that I must write a number of science newspaper or magazine article critiques.___
12. I understand that more than 8 absences results in a grade of "F".___
13. I understand that no make-up exams or extra-credit assignments will be given in this course.___
14. I understand that the work of the course requires consistent classroom attendance and active
participation.___
15. I understand that the final class grade will not be graded on a curve. I understand that
it is theoretically possible for the whole class to get an "A" or an "F".___
| I understand the basis of the final grade as follows: | PERCENTAGE | GRADE SCALE |
| Exam Score Average | 60% | A = 90 - 100% |
| Lecture Notebook | 10% | B = 80 - 89% |
| Graded Written Work | 15% | C = 65 - 79% |
| Active participation(10%) and attendance(5%) | 15% | D = 51 - 64% |
| 100% | F = 0 - 50% |