Our goal is for all students to succeed at reaching our
learning goals and excel in the class!
Everyone in class deserves to be there, has great potential, and is capable of success, provided the right conditions!
This course is the first in a three-course series intended for students interested in health careers.
Our anatomy and physiology topics will span cells, molecules, skin, bones, and muscles.
The classroom environment is designed to help you connect course content to your career goals and health interests, and to build knowledge in ways that reflect what is known about how the brain learns new information.
Cooperative learning and problem solving will be emphasized in both lab and lecture meetings.
Sometimes we will try to understand complex topics by analyzing medical test results or discussing real-world dilemmas in teams.
I will also frequently ask you to think about what you already know, so we can build upon your prior knowledge.
Course Materials:
- Anatomy and Physiology, by OpenStax, available for free here: https://openstax.org/details/anatomy-and-physiology
- Links to an external site.
- Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, by G.J. Tortora, B.H. Derrikson
- One pack of 3 inch by 5 inch index cards (any color) or laptop or tablet– bring to every lecture
- Web/E-mail Access (access from campus is fine)
Grading:
I use the assignments and tests below for a variety of purposes beyond simply assigning grades. They are meant to encourage you to reflect on and critique A&P from a variety of different perspectives. They also give me valuable feedback throughout the quarter, allowing me to adjust the course to meet your needs.
Points Percent Description
150 (15%) Index Card Questions, Case Studies, & In-Class Activities
50 (5%) Scientist Spotlight Assignments
160 (16%) Lab Assignments and Quizzes
240 (24%) Lab Practical Tests (2 tests @ 80 pts. each)
400 (40%) Exams on Canvas (2 Midterm @ 100 pts., Final @ 200 pts.)
Total = 1000 points
Course grades will be based on the percentage of total points earned:
A = 90 – 100% of total course points
B = 80 – 89%
C = 70 – 79%
D = 60 – 69%
F = < 60%
How will we connect course content to clinical situations?
At the conclusion of some of our major course units, we will spend class time examining “case studies” (health related scenarios to analyze). We will collaboratively go through the process of understanding a health dilemma or diagnosis and connecting the diagnosis to the physiology content we discussed earlier.
You will receive participation points for working on these cases in class.
Activities done for participation points cannot be made up if missed.
Along with index card questions, these case studies will form the basis for lecture exam questions (see below).
Who should I talk to if I need extra assistance?
Foothill offers a wealth of resources to help you. Of course, I am happy to help you directly in whatever ways I can. In addition, please see our Canvas site for links to the tutoring and resource center programs on campus. Information on free or low cost health services can be found here (https://foothill.edu/healthservices/). We also have a staff of counselors and an array of psychological services available (https://foothill.edu/psychservices/). I would be happy to personally introduce you to my colleagues in any of these offices on campus.
Foothill College views disability as an important aspect of diversity, and is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. Disability Resource Center (DRC) is the campus office that collaborates with students who have disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable accommodations
- If you have, or think you have, a disability in any area such as, mental health, attention, learning, chronic health, sensory, or physical, please contact DRC to arrange a confidential discussion regarding equitable access and reasonable accommodations.
- If you are registered with DRC and have accommodations set by a DRC counselor, please use Clockwork to send your accommodation letter to your instructor and contact your instructor early in the quarter to review how the accommodations will be applied in the course. Students who need accommodated test proctoring must meet appointment booking deadlines at the Testing Center.
- Exams must be booked at least three (3) business days/weekdays in advance of the instructor approved exam date/time.
- Finals exams must be scheduled seven (7) business days/weekdays in advance of the instructor approved exam date/time.
- Failure to meet appointment booking deadlines will result in the forfeit of testing accommodations and you will be required to take your exam in class.
- Contact the DRC if you cannot find or utilize your MyPortal Clockwork Portal
- DRC strives to provide accommodations in a reasonable and timely manner, some accommodations may take additional time to arrange. We encourage you to work with DRC and your faculty as early in the quarter as possible so that we may ensure that your learning experience is accessible and successful.
DRC Location: Building 5400, Student Resource Center
Phone: 650-949-7017
On the web: http://www.foothill.edu/drc/
Email: drc@foothill.edu
Students Should:
- In all situations display respect, tolerance, and patience when interacting with classmates & instructor.
- Be open to learning in many different ways and trying new study strategies.
- Approach me for help early and often, and provide me with feedback.
- Review text chapters to clarify information and extend knowledge.
- Take responsibility for learning by staying attentive and organized.
- Take responsibility for lab area by keeping it clean, safe, and organized. Absolutely no food or drinks are allowed in lab.
Statement on Plagiarism and Cheating:
Students are expected to maintain academic integrity in all work pursued at Foothill. Cheating on tests may, at the discretion of the instructor, result in the automatic disqualification of the test and the student receiving zero points for that test.
Cell phone use (text messaging included) during a test for any reason (personal or otherwise) is considered cheating.
Plagiarism, defined as either 1) direct copying or loose paraphrasing of text or pictures from a published work or from an online source without appropriate referencing, or 2) use of another student’s work or ideas without appropriate attribution, will result in zero points earned for that assignment. Instances of plagiarism or cheating will be reported to the college administration for further action.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLO’s):
- The student can analyze and evaluate the relationship between cell structure and function, and the mechanisms in place to maintain homeostasis at the cellular level.
- The student can analyze and evaluate the relationship between integumentary system structure and function, and the role of the integumentary system in maintaining homeostasis in the human body.
- The student can analyze and evaluate the relationship between skeletal system structure and function, and the role of the skeletal system in maintaining homeostasis in the human body.
- The student can analyze and evaluate the relationship between muscular system structure and function, and the role of the muscular system in maintaining homeostasis in the human body.
Biology 40A – Human Anatomy & Physiology Tentative Course Schedule*
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Week 1 |
Introduction to Bio 40A Homeostasis & Chemistry (Ch. 1-2) |
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Week 2 |
Introduction to A&P/History (Ch. 1) |
Microscopes, Size, & Scale |
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Week 3 |
Molecules of Life (Ch. 2) Human Cells & Transport (Ch. 3) |
Cell Structure & Function |
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Week 4 |
Midterm 1 Cell Division & Cancer (Ch. 3) |
Lab Test 1 |
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Week 5 |
Transcription & Translation (Ch. 3) |
The Body’s Tissues |
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Week 6 |
Human Tissues & The Skin (Ch. 4/5) Cellular Activities in the Skin (Ch. 5) |
Skin System |
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Week 7 |
The Skin in Aging & Disease (Ch. 5) |
Bone Tissue & Health |
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Week 8 |
Midterm 2 Cells & Molecules of Bones (Ch. 6) Building/Restructuring Bones (Ch. 6) |
Lab Test 2 |
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Week 9 |
From Bones to Muscles (Ch. 9/10) |
Skeletal Injuries |
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Week 10 |
Cells & Molecules of Muscles (Ch. 10) |
Muscle Tissue & Health |
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Week 11 |
Powering Muscles (Ch. 10) |
The Muscles & Exercise Lab Final |
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Week 12 |
Final Week |
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*schedule subject to change if announced by instructor
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