HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY



HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY 1

Syllabus and Class schedule - section #3053

Los Angeles Mission College Summer 2007

hours 5:25 – 8:30 pm Monday - Thursday

June 11, 2007 - August 2, 2007

instructor Dr. Gary Covitt

email covittgs@lamission.edu

office hours: 4:45 – 5:25 room 2018 Mon - Thur

texts : Human Anatomy & Physiology, Marieb , 7th ed required

Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab Manual w/ PhysioEx 7.0 , Marieb, 9th ed required

prerequisites: Anatomy 1 with grade of C or better

advisory: Chem 51 or 65 or 101 and English 28 or ESL 8

supplies : 4 scantrons (form 882-E)

class description :

Physiology 1 is an intensive lecture and laboratory course that focuses on the functions of the tissues and organs of the human body and the relationship to their structure. Lectures, laboratory exercises, and individual studies allow the student to learn the fundamental concepts of homeostasis, membrane transport, cell communications, and the functions of muscle, nervous, cirulatory, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive systems. Topics will also be taken from clinical applications.

important dates :

It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of all college dates and policies.

Check with the Admissions Office to confirm these dates.

deadline to drop WITHOUT “W” June 26, 2007

deadline to drop WITH “W” July 20, 2007

If you need to withdraw from the course, you must contact the Admissions & Records Office.

Not attending class does not constitute withdrawal from the course. I will not do this for you.

Failure to formally withdraw will result in a grade of F.

final exam August 2, 2007

grading (approximate) :

3 lecture exams 100 pts each

quizzes 60 +

1 final exam 150 pts includes research essay

review sheets 60

total 570 pts

A = 90 – 100%

B = 80 – 89%

C = 70 – 79%

D = 60 – 69 %

F < 60 %

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, the successful student should be able to:

1. Describe what is meant by the term homeostasis and provide examples of positive and negative feedback mechanisms in the human body.

2. Explain how a membrane potential is established in a cell, and the importance of membrane potentials in the function of three different organs.

3. Describe how a muscle cell contracts at the level of the sarcomere.

4. Define a motor unit, and explain how gradual activation of motor units cause gross muscular function.

5. Explain the role of Na+, K+, and Cl- ions in the electrical activity of a neuron.

6. Describe how neurotransmitters have an effect on a target cell.

7. Draw a classic patellar tendon reflex arc and label all of the parts.

8. Describe the functional differences between rods and cones in visual perception.

9. List the structures involved in visual perception from the retina to the primary visual cortex, and describe symptoms that would result to lesions in each structure.

10. Explain at least three different causes for a patient to suffer from anemia.

11. Describe the value of a differential WBC count in the diagnosis process.

12. Identify the patterns on an EKG and link them to the events of the cardiac cycle.

13. Describe the flow of blood through the heart.

14. Explain the different aspects of the non-specific immune response.

15. Explain the humoral immune response, including clonal selection and immunologic memory.

16. Describe the role of T-cells in cellular immunity.

17. Identify the major physical factors that play a role in the blood pressure of a patient.

18. Describe the events of passive and active inspiration and expiration.

19. Explain the effects of temperature, pH, and DPG on the binding affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen.

20. Explain the importance of the carbonic acid / bicarbonate buffer system in carbon dioxide transport and pH regulation.

21. Explain the roles of the small intestine and large intestine in the digestive process.

22. Draw a nephron, label all of the parts, and describe the action of each of the tubules in the formation of urine.

23. Describe how the circulatory system and excretory system are intimately linked, using regulation of blood pressure as an example.

24. Compare and contrast spermatogenesis and oogenesis in their timing, location, and meiotic divisions.

25. Explain the role of GnRH, FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone in the regulation of the ovarian and uterine cycles.

Lecture notes

My lecture notes are available to you on the Life Sciences web site:

lamission.edu/lifesciences

Click on “lecture notes” then on the correct section #. Please print and bring these to each lecture. Follow the syllabus to see which chapter you will need on each day. These notes are not complete. You will need to add to these with information given in my lectures.

review sheets

There will be 12 homework assignments consisting of the review sheets in your lab manual, and some additional questions. They relate to the laboratory exercises. These are worth 5 points each. They will be due at the end of the lab session or the beginning of the following lab session, as instructed.

No partial credit. No late credit.

test content

Test questions will cover all material presented during lecture, laboratory, homework, and in the text. There will be information in the lectures that is not in the text, and vice versa. Tests will be multiple choice, short answer, and brief essay. There will be no restroom breaks or cell phone use allowed during tests.

missed exams

Missed exams will receive a score of 0. One make-up exam may be allowed with written proof of “dire” circumstances or prior arrangement with the instructor. Make-up exams may be given at the time of the final or by other arrangement convenient to the instructor. There is no make-up for final exams.

religious holidays

Students who must miss an exam or quiz due to an official religious holiday, will be allowed to make up that test. Make arrangements with the instructor during the first week of the semester.

Pop Quizzes

These may be given at any time during any lab or lecture session. They will generally be unannounced.

They may cover any chapters we have already covered. They may be oral and written. They cannot be made up.

attendance and tardiness

Attendance is vital to mastering the concepts of this course. If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to get the information from your classmates. If you have excessive absences and/or tardiness, your final grade will be

lowered by one letter grade.Tardiness also includes being late from breaks.

cheating:

Cheating will not be tolerated. You will receive a score of 0 on that test. Cheating is also grounds for

dismissal from this class. I will give you only one warning. This is your one warning!

assorted rules:

No food or drinks in the classroom or laboratory. This will be strictly enforced.

No cell phones may be on or used during class – no, not even on vibrate. Use of cell phone or other electronic devices during tests will result in a score of 0.

Your desk and the floor in your area must be kept clean – even if you didn’t make the mess.

How to pass this class

It is expected that you will devote about 12 – 15 hours of home study each week.

It is always expected that you have learned the material covered through the last class session, by the time the next class starts. Do not fall behind. I am available to help you before class, during breaks, and via email.

Anatomy:

All students must review the anatomy of the organ and organ systems on their own before we begin lecture on each physiology chapter.

caveat:

This syllabus and the course schedules represent the instructor’s intentions for this course.

The instructor reserves the right to modify or change any or all parts of the course schedule

at his discretion to better meet the demands of time and the course objectives. This may include adding or deleting assignments and/or exams which may alter the distribution of points and determination of final grades.

I will notify you of any changes in advance, if they occur.

Physiology course schedule Mission College Summer 2007

week dates lecture topics : lab exercise : review sheet due

1 6/11 introduction, homeostasis Ch 1 lab methods

6/12 chemistry Ch 2

6/13 membrane transport Ch 3a 5B transport mechanisms

6/14 cells; cell communication Ch 3, 3b resting membrane potential

2 6/18 endocrine – part 1 Ch 16-1 Quiz 1 5B

6/19 endocrine – part 2 Ch 16-2

6/20 reproductive Ch 27 28B endocrine

6/21 nerve physiology Ch 11a endocrine handouts 28B

3 6/25 TEST review

6/26 synapse, neurotransmitters Ch 11b 18B nerve

6/27 reflexes, CNS Ch 11,13 ; Ch12 20 EEG 18B

6/28 Autonomic nervous system Ch 14 22 reflexes

4 7/2 vision Ch 15a 24 vision ; Quiz 2 20, 22

7/3 hearing, equililibrium, muscle Ch15b, Ch 9 25 hearing, equilibrium

7/4 no class

7/5 muscle Ch 9 16A muscle 24, 25

5 7/9 TEST review 16A

7/10 cardiac Ch 18

7/11 cardiac ; circulatory Ch 18, 19 31 ECG

7/12 circulatory Ch 19 33B vascular 34B cardiac 31

6 7/16 blood Ch 17 33A BP, heart sounds Quiz 3 33B,34B

7/17 immune system Ch 21 29B blood, serology 33A

7/18 respiratory system Ch 22 29A blood

7/19 digestive system Ch 23 37B respiratory 29A

7 7/23 TEST review 37B

7/24 metabolism Ch 24 digestive system, cont.

7/25 metabolism , cont 39A digestive

7/26 urinary system Ch 25

8 7/30 fluid,electrolyte, acid-base Ch 26 41A urinary and 41B 39A

7/31 development Ch 28 47 acid-base 41A 41B

8/1 Review oral reports ?? 47

8/2 FINAL EXAM

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Physiology course schedule Mission College Summer 2007

week dates lecture topics : lab exercise : review sheet due

1 6/11 introduction, homeostasis Ch 1 lab methods

6/12 chemistry Ch 2

6/13 membrane transport Ch 3a 5B transport mechanisms

6/14 cells; cell communication Ch 3, 3b rest memb

2 6/18 endocrine – part 1 Ch 16-1 Quiz 1 5B

6/19 endocrine – part 2 Ch 16-2

6/20 nerve physiology Ch 11a 28B endocrine

6/21 synapse, neurotransmitters Ch 11b 18B nerve 28B

3 6/25 TEST review 18B

6/26 reflexes, CNS Ch 12,13

6/27 Autonomic nervous system Ch 14 20 EEG,

6/28 vision Ch 15 22 reflexes

4 7/2 hearing, equililibrium Ch15, Ch9 24 , 25 vision , hearing 20, 22

7/3 muscle Ch 9 Quiz 2

7/4 no class

7/5 cardiac Ch 18 16A muscle 24, 25

5 7/9 TEST review 16A

7/10 cardiac ; circulatory Ch 18, 19 34B cardiac

7/11 circulatory Ch 19 31 ECG 33B vascular

7/12 blood Ch 17 33A BP, heart sounds 33B 34B

6 7/16 immune system Ch 21 29A blood 31, 33A

7/17 respiratory system Ch 22 29B blood, serology ; Quiz 3

7/18 digestive system Ch 23 39A digestive 29A

7/19 digestive system Ch 23 37B respiratory 39A

7 7/23 TEST review 37B

7/24 metabolism Ch 24

7/25 urinary system Ch 25 41A urinary

7/26 fluid,electrolyte, acid-base Ch 26 41B urinary

8 7/30 reproductive Ch 27 47 acid-base 41A 41B

7/31 development Ch28 oral reports ?? 47

8/1 review

8/2 FINAL EXAM

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