Physiology 1 - Spring 2001



Physiology 1 – Introduction to Human Physiology

SUMMER 2018 - Los Angeles City College

Instructor: Greg Gonsalves, Associate Professor of Anatomy & Physiology

Section # 10704 LAB: Mon – Thurs from 8 AM – 10:25 AM

10643 LAB: Mon – Thurs from 1 PM – 3:25 PM

10670 & 10629 LECTURE: Mon – Thurs from 10:30 AM – 12:55 PM

Office Phone: 323-953-4000 x 2796 E-mail: gonsalgg@lacitycollege.edu Office: SCI 222E

EMAIL IS CHECKED TWICE A WEEK ON TUESDAY AT 3:30 PM AND THURSDAYS AT 3:30 PM ONLY!!!!!!

LACC Web Address: lacitycollege.edu Faculty Website: faculty.lacitycollege.edu/gonsalgg/index.shtml

Prerequisites: ANATOMY 1

Physiology 1 is an intensive lecture and laboratory course that focuses on the function of organ systems of the human body. The lectures correspond closely with weekly laboratories allowing the student several modalities to learn the fundamental concepts of physiology including: homeostasis, membrane transport, and the function of muscle, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, endocrine and reproductive systems. Standard laboratories and computer-assisted laboratories enhance the study of this interesting subject matter.

MAJOR COURSE OBJECTIVES

1. To learn the fundamental concepts of human physiology for advancement to allied health programs and bachelor degree programs at the university level.

2. To understand basic laboratory aspects of human body function working individually and in small groups, as will be expected in future course work and/or professional endeavors.

3. To learn to organize, process, and think critically about complex scientific processes in such a way as to become an independent learner, able to continue to grow as a student of science.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME (SLO)

Upon successful completion of Physiology 1, the students will be able to demonstrate competence in the following Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will describe the pathophysiology of a human disease by integrating salient concepts such as human organ body system function and homeostasis with specific disease pathology.

2. The student will be able to evaluate theories, advances and recent discoveries as they apply to human physiology.

3. The student will be able to compare and contrast the pathophysiology of a specific disease with normal physiological processes and concepts.

Note: Students with a verified disability who may need a reasonable accommodation (s) for the class are encouraged to notify the instructor and contact the Office of Special Services (Student Services Center, first floor, (323) 953-4000 ext. 2270) as soon as possible. All information will remain confidential.

BOOKS

Required:

Human Anatomy & Physiology, Elaine Marieb (10th Edition, 2015)

A Laboratory Guide to Human Physiology, Stuart Fox (13th Edition, 2013)

EVALUATION AND GRADING

Quizzes ((12-2) X 15 = 150) total points; 2 lowest dropped)

A total of 12 quizzes will be administered during the semester. Each quiz will start at the beginning of class and will take approximately fifteen minutes. Quizzes will emphasize all reading assignments and material covered in previous class meetings. The quizzes are intended to stress the importance of reading the assigned material in the text before coming into the lecture and staying up with the material as the semester progresses. Each quiz will be worth 15 points. At the end of the semester, the two lowest quiz scores will be dropped. Quizzes cannot be made up. Each student should purchase Scantron Answer Sheets (882-E) for the quizzes, midterms, and Final Exam.

Research Paper (50 points)

Students will be required to research and write a paper on a topic related to a human disease (a syndrome or condition is OK if students can describe enough relevant pathophysiology) of interest to him/her. The paper is to be a minimum of five pages double-spaced and typed. The objectives and guidelines will be discussed in class. A rubric is available online. You MUST cite all sources using a reference page and using IN-TEXT citations! You must also attach copies of all main references to the paper (minimum of 3)! PLAGERISM WILL GET YOU NOTHING BUT A 0!!!!

Deadlines will be:

1st week Topic Selection Submitted in Writing

3rd week Reference page with at least 3 citations in proper format

4th week Final Research Paper due with photocopies of all of your MAIN different sources (at LEAST 3 articles or text chapters with the portions used HIGHLIGHTED) attached as well as a complete reference page.

Midterm Examinations (4 X 100 = 400 points)

There will be 4 midterm examinations. Examinations will cover material presented in lecture and in the lecture note book. No make-up examinations will be given. A student who has a documented, excused absence from one midterm examination will have the next midterm score counted as double. The lowest midterm score will be dropped.

Final Examination (200 points)

The Final Examination will be given as follows:

The last class session which is Thursday, July 12th, 2018 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM

It will cover all material covered in the course. No make-up Final Exam will be given. Therefore, schedule all future personal, family, and vacation plans accordingly.

The total number of points and percentage of final grade follows:

Evaluation Number X Points Total Percentage

Quizzes 10 15 150 18.75%

Term Paper 1 50 50 6.25%

Attendence 1 100 100 12.5%

Midterms 4 100 (400 - 100*) = 300 12.5% each (37.5% total)

Final Exam 1 200 200 25%

800

* = Lowest score dropped

Tentative Grading Scale

Point Total Percentage Letter Grade

800 - 720 100 - 90 A

719 - 640 89 - 80 B

639 - 560 79 - 70 C

559 - 480 69 - 60 D

479 - lower 59 - lower F

OFFICE HOURS AND GETTING HELP

My office hours are immediately following class at 1:00 PM. In addition, appointments to meet at other times may be arranged and are strongly encouraged. Do not be shy. I am here to help you learn the material and it is a joy for me to help students learn physiology. Do not leave any questions you may have unanswered. Talk to me if you have problems; REMEMBER, I am here to help! A class schedule is also available for download my website. Be sure to review it carefully. Good Luck!!!

GENERAL COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS

( Read the textbook prior to attending the lecture!!!!!!!!! You will not remember it all the first time through. That is why I am here, to be your cruise director and guide! That is what lecture is meant to be! (1) Read text (2) attend lecture (3) study the text and lecture notes. I cannot learn the material for you. But I can sure help make sense of it all!!!

( Come to class prepared! This cannot be overemphasized. It is essential for you to read the textbook prior to lectures and the laboratories prior to the labs. Lectures are intended to assist you in organizing and understanding material that can be detailed and complex. Becoming familiar with the vocabulary and the concepts will make the lectures much more interesting and instructional. Reading the laboratories prior to entering the lab is a must! Laboratory time is limited and everyone must know what is to be accomplished.

( Do not fall behind! This is a fast-paced course that covers a lot of material in less than 20 class meetings. Seek help before you begin to get in trouble. I am here to help you learn.

( Work together! This is not a correspondence course. We get together twice each week and in the laboratory

so that classmates and lab partners can assist one another in learning physiology. Come to class prepared to learn and seek the assistance of others during labs. Read all labs prior to attendance!

( Ask Questions! There is no such thing as a stupid question. Chances are, if you do not understand something, 80% of the class is sitting there as ignorant as you and is waiting for someone to ask. We have all been confused at some point, so speak up.

• PLEASE BE POLITE and turn OFF your cell phone or put it in silent/discrete mode! Having cell phones on your person during exams or quizzes is prohibited and possession during those times is considered cheating.

• There is NO EATING OR DRINKING in the LECTURE or the LAB rooms!!!

• Frequent tardies may affect your grade!!!! 3 tardies is equal to one absence! A tardy is defined as coming in after the roll call has been taken! If you are more than 20 minutes late, the instructor DOES NOT have to count you as being present for that day! Getting two or more absences is grounds for exclusion (as is missing a day during the first couple weeks of class – especially missing the first day!!!).

If you need help paying for books and other college expenses,

call the Financial Aid Office at

(323) 953-4000 extension 2010,

or see them at Student Services Building



The deadline to drop without a “W” is Wednesday, June 13th, 2018 for SUMMER 2018.  If you must drop a course, drop before the specified deadline for dropping a class without a grade of "W." Dropping after the deadline will result in a “W” on your transcript. Effective since July 1, 2012 students now have just 3 attempts to pass a class. If a student gets a "W" or grade of "D", "F", “I”, or "NP" in a class, that will count as an attempt. A student’s past record of course attempts district wide will also be considered. Therefore, by the 2nd day of class, you should carefully consider if you can reasonably manage this course with the other factors in your life (e.g. work, family, course load). If you think you will not be able to complete this course with a C or better, drop by Wednesday, June 13th, 2018. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to talk to me.  You may also see a counselor in the Counseling Center in the Student Services Building, 2nd floor.

Classroom Rules of Conduct—i.e. Academic Dishonesty, Board Rule 9803.28

Violations of Academic Integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one's identity for the purpose of enhancing one's grade.

The Sheriff’s Department is located on campus. Their number is 323-662-5276. It would be a good idea to program this number into your cell phone. From a campus phone you can press #3 to reach them. In case of an emergency in which you need police assistance call them and not 911. Doing so may direct your call to another enforcement agency. They in turn will require time to determine that they need to forward it to our Sheriff’s Department, and precious time will be lost.

Course:

PHYSIOL 001

Title: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

Course Description

Study of the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology, and other health related majors.

Units/Transferability

Transferrable to UC and CSU

Prerequisites/Co-requisites/Advisories

Prerequisite: Anatomy 001 No Corequisites. No Advisory.

Course Student Learning Outcomes

1. The student will describe the pathophysiology of a human disease by integrating salient concepts such as human organ body system function and homeostasis with specific disease pathology.

2. The student will be able to evaluate theories, advances, and recent discoveries as they apply to human physiology.

3. The student will be able to compare and contrast the pathophysiology of a specific disease with normal physiological processes and concepts.

Grading Scale or Criteria

A - Excellent B - Good

C - Satisfactory

D - Less than satisfactory

F - Failing

P - Pass; at least equivalent to a “C” grade or better NP - Not Pass; equal to “D” or “F” grade

Drop and Repeats

Effective July 1, 2012 students are allowed three (3) attempts to pass a single class within the Los Angeles Community College District. If a student gets a “W”, “D”, “F”, or “NP” as a grade in a class, that counts as an attempt. If you think you will not be able to complete this course with a C or better, please drop by the due date.

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Attendance Policy

Students who are registered and miss the first time the class meets may lose their right to a place in the class. Whenever students are absent more than 10% of the total meeting days of the class, the instructor may exclude them from class. If the instructor determines that there are no mitigating circumstances that may justify the absences, the instructor may exclude a student from the class. Students are responsible for officially dropping a class that they stop attending.

Financial Aid

If you need help paying for books and other college expenses, call the Financial Aid Office at (323) 953-4000 ext.2010 or email finaid@lacitycollege.edu.

Accommodations

Students with a verified disability who may need authorized accommodation(s) for this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and the Office of Special Services (323-953-4000, ext.2270 or email oss@lacitycollege.edu) as soon as possible, and at least two weeks before any exam or quiz. All information will remain confidential.

Student Code of Conduct

Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of enhancing one’s grade (see LACCD Board Rule 9803.28). Penalties may include a grade of zero or "F" on an exam or paper, or even suspension from the College.

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