Biology 271 at JCC with Ann Calogero | Understanding ...



1371600-20002500Department of Arts, Sciences & Learning ResourcesBio 271 Syllabus Spring 2014Instructor: Ann Lamb CalogeroSyllabus Overview: Your college syllabus is your road map to success. You should always keep your syllabus with your class notes AND BRING IT TO CLASS DAILY. Please, CAREFULLY review this syllabus. Your syllabus represents a binding agreement between you and your instructor. The course syllabus will also be available in Blackboard. The instructor reserves the right to change this syllabus, except for the grading scale and attendance policy, anytime during the course. You will be notified of all changes in writing. Course Information:Course Title: PathophysiologyCourse Number: Bio 271Credit Hours: 4 semester hours Contact Hours: 3 hours per weekPrerequisite/Co-requisite: BIO 166, BIO 163, BIO 169 or equivalent.Drop Deadline: The last day that you can drop this course without a grade penalty is March 12, 2014.Faculty Information:Instructor: Ann L. Calogero, MSOffice Hours: By appointmentEmail: aslamb@johnstoncc.edu, annsellarslamb@Course Description:This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological processes and their effects on homeostasis.? Emphasis is placed on interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from homeostasis.? Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of path physiology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a predictor and/or elective course requirement.Course Format:This course is a traditional seated course that will be taught on campus, but also use the online resources through “Blackboard” and our course blog. Computer problems other than specific shutdowns with the JCC system or Blackboard will not be accepted as an excuse for missing an assignment or exam and your score will be recorded as a zero. In other words “Computer problems are YOUR problem not mine”.In addition, you will need to submit required reports, exams, and assignments as directed by the instructor. Deviations from submission procedures will result in a grade of zero for activity.Student Learning Outcomes:Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:1. Define disease, etiology, pathogenesis, abnormal growth patterns and diagnostic techniques;2. Discuss specific and non-specific mechanisms of the human body and various immune-deficiencies, autoimmunity and allergy.3. Define infectious disease and discuss major pathogenic microorganisms, infection prevention and control, and re-emerging infectious disease.4. Define neoplasm and discuss the types of cancer, causes of cancer, benign and malignant tumors, and the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.5. Discuss the types of hereditary diseases and understand the basis of transmission.6. Discuss dietary deficiencies and excesses; malnutrition, obesity and alcoholism.7. List the symptoms and pathogenesis of various diseases associated with all ten organ systems of the human body.8. Relate the effects of stress and aging on wellness.9. Use the internet and other technology to obtain detailed information concerning pathology.Text, Technology and additional materialsUnderstanding Pathophysiology by Huether McCance. 5th edition. ISBN: 9780323078917. Publisher: Elsevier MOSBYCourse OverviewThis course will cover the following chapters:Cellular Biology.Genes and Genetic Diseases.Fluids and electrolytes-Acids/Bases. Diseases of the Urinary System.Inflammation and adaptive immunity. Immune System Diseases.Stress and Disease.Biology of Cancer and Tumor.Neurological Dysfunctions.Alteration of Hormonal Regulation.Alteration of Hematologic Functions.Alteration of Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Systems.Alteration of Reproductive System.Alteration of Digestive System.Alteration of Musculoskeletal System.Disorders of the integument.EVALUATION METHOD:The Final Grade will be earned by completing approximately 5 or more lecture exams and multiple homework assignments. Each lecture exam is worth 100 points. These exams will be averaged together to give you your Exam Average. Your homework assignments will each count 100 points each and will be averaged together to give you your Homework Average. The lecture exams will count as 80% of the final grade and the homework will count as 20% of the final grade.The final grade is calculated as an 80/20 weighted percentage. Where this percentage falls on a 10-point scale, will then determine the final letter grade for the course. We report only the letter grade on WebAdvisor unless otherwise requested.Please, be aware that participation points are not given. Participation is expected as a general part of the course. Attendance points are also not given. You are expected to come to class in order to successful complete the course.Lecture exams and homework assignments may be administered on Blackboard or in class using different test question types: multiple choice, matching, true/false, identification, critical thinking and/or labeling diagrams. Please, be aware that test questions will not be verbatim from your textbook, digital materials or class notes. The test questions will be based largely on the material covered in class, your course materials and in discussions online via Blackboard.All assignments should be completed by the defined due date. The instructor does not give make-up exams without prior permission. Please, be aware that any make-up exam given may be different than the exam given during regular scheduled time. Paper documentation for the missed exam is required before a make-up exam can be scheduled. Only the following, when properly documented, may be excused for a make-up exam: Death in your immediate family (obituary), pregnancy, childbirth, medical emergency/hospitalization (official doctor’s note), Jury duty/Court date (letter or judges orders), Active Military Duty (official documentation), Religious observances (policy documentation in student handbook).Any extra credit points earned are added to the student total at the end of the semester or as the instructor decrees. Note that turning in an extra credit assignment may or may not earn any points for that particular assignment. The total extra credit cannot contribute more than 1-2% points on the final grade for the course (per Department Head). Extra credit assignments are graded for completeness, quality, grammar, spelling and accuracy. Some extra credit assignments will be posted on Blackboard or the class blog.CRITICAL SUCCESS STRATEGIES:This course will require ample reading of the text, learning extensive vocabulary and initial memorization of anatomical structures. However, students should be aware that success in this course is not just based on memorizing the material, but also on critical thinking skills or application of the material. As a result, success in this course may require additional time studying outside of lecture (one calculation to use: for every hour in class = 3 hours of study outside of class per week). You should make every effort to be in attendance for all lecture meetings. This course will cover a great deal of information and move at a quick pace.The use of word banks or notes is NOT allowed during the tests unless the instructor makes them. Also, be aware that the test questions will not be verbatim from your textbook, or digital resources.Note that this is a college transfer course. It is an intensive course in biology that will be taught at the college level. Any previous grades in similar biology courses either at JCC or other schools do not dictate any grade earned in this class.Each student is responsible for being prepared for class. This includes studying the material outside class in order to discuss the material in class. It also may involve getting help (tutors) and accessing other relevant academic sources (other text books or flash cards) to aid in understanding the material. Please, check your email, the blog or Blackboard daily for updates and announcements regarding the course.This course will use a variety of resources to help you be successful with the curriculum. In addition to lecture, you may have several assignments that involve some level of technical/computer skill. Assignments including homework, quizzes and exams will be assigned using Blackboard. Although there are no pre-requisites for this course, a background in basic biology and chemistry would be helpful. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or for additional assistance via email or in class. Meetings outside of class are available, also, during office hours or by appointment. Please, check your email daily for possible announcements related to class. ATTENDANCE POLICY:Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in order for them to achieve their potential in class and to develop desirable personal traits necessary to succeed in employment. By departmental policy, if a student misses more than 12.5% in the course the student will be dropped. The 12.5% includes an absence (excused and unexcused) from class for any reason. If a student is dropped by an instructor due to excessive absences, a grade of “WF” will be issued, calculated in his/her grade point average and could affect his/her financial aid. Class attendance is calculated from the first scheduled class meeting to the last. Late arrivals and/or early departures may count toward total absences (3 tardies = 1 day absent). The student must obtain the permission of the instructor to re-enter class. If this request is denied, the student may petition the department chair for reinstatement. If the department chair denies the request, the Dean of Curriculum Programs will make the final ruling on the decision. A student may be dropped by an instructor due to excessive absences at any time during the semester, including that time period before the date designated each semester as the last day a student can drop without grade penalty. Sleeping, reading materials not related directly with the class or talking will count as an absence. You are responsible for material covered and assignments regardless of whether your computer is working or not. If you have problems with your computer, you can always use the computer labs available to you at Johnston Community College. No late work will be accepted regardless of the excuse. Any late work will automatically be graded as a Zero. RELIGIOUS OR SOLEMN OBSERVANCE POLICYJohnston Community College authorizes two excused absences from classes each academic year for religious or solemn observances. For the purposes of this policy, an academic year begins on the first day of fall classes in August and ends on the last day of summer classes in July each year.Students requesting absence from class for religious or solemn observance must complete the Religious or Solemn Observance Absence Request Form and obtain instructor approval at least two weeks prior to the date of the absence. Students who miss class for religious or solemn observance will be granted the opportunity to make up work missed due to the absence.GENERAL POLICIESStudents are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with generally accepted standards of scholarship and morality. A complete listing of all college policies is available in the latest edition of the JCC catalog.Academic Integrity The following regulation sets forth rules of conduct prohibiting cheating: Taking or acquiring possession of any academic material (test information, research papers, noted, etc.) from a member of the college staff or student body without permission; receiving or giving help during tests; submitting papers or reports (that are supposed to be original work) that are not entirely the student’s own; not giving credit for others’ work (plagiarism). Entitlement/ Professional Misconduct: any behavior that distracts from a positive learning environment in the classroom, lab and internet space used by a class and its instructor(s). Note: In all incidents of cheating, disruptive behavior and/or misconduct toward other students or the instructor will be handled according to JCC policy as written in the student handbook and JCC catalog. Consequences of professional misconduct and entitlement may include being dropped from the class with a WF. Examples of professional misconduct include: persistent tardies/absences, poor/angry/whiny or entitled attitudes, grade-grubbing, cell phone use during class, talking during lectures or lab directions/presentations, inappropriate disruptions/behavior toward other students or instructor, coming to class/lab unprepared, the lack of respect to fellow classmates and the instructor in general and on any specific issues, the lack of participation in class activities and labs. Violation of one or more of these rules may result in one of the following sanctions:ReprimandProbationInterim SuspensionLoss of Academic Credit or GradeSuspensionExpulsionMinors on CampusCollege policy does not allow minors to be brought to class. Minors are not allowed on campus while parents are attending class. Bringing guests to class is a potential disruption for others and places the college in a position of liability.Cell Phones & Electronic Devices Use of cell phones (calls, texting), pagers, iPods, MP3s, Palm Pilots, Laptop Computers or other electronic devices while attending class or participating in class-related activities (i.e., labs, clinical, etc) is prohibited without prior approval of the instructor. These devices must be silenced before entering the classroom or during participation in a class-related activity. The use of electronic devices not approved by the instructor (including cell phones) will result in the following consequences.1st offense: Reduction of final grade by 10 points (based on 1,500 point total)2nd offense: Reduction of final grade by an additional 15 points3rd offense: Charge form submitted to Dean of Student ServicesConfidentiality PolicyIn accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, Johnston Community College does not release student information concerning attendance, grades, GPA, or withdrawals to anyone, including parents or employers, without proper documentation to the Registrar's office. If documentation is provided, the Registrar will notify faculty if it is permissible to release information.Campus Resources & Information(Please see the JCC website for complete information including hours of operation)The open computer lab is located in Wilson, Room C2007. Other general use computers can be found in the Library and the Academic Skills Center. You will need a valid student ID to access these areas.Academic assistance is primarily available through the Tutoring and Writing Center (TWC). Tutoring sessions, workshops, and numerous learning resources are available free of charge to currently enrolled students. Tutoring is available in most subject areas by peer and professional tutors. Please see the TWC site under Quick Links at johnstoncc.eduAdditional academic assistance is available through:Faculty Office HoursAcademic Skills Center SMARTHINKING online tutoringStudent Support Services Program (TRIO)Disability Services – The Disability Services Office helps adapt Johnston Community College’s general services to the individual and specialized needs of students who have special health conditions, disabilities, or limitations. Services are provided in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Acts of 1973, as amended in 1998 in Part IV of the Workforce Investment Act, Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act of 1998, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Our goal is to ensure all qualified students with equal opportunity and access to all programs and facilities. Disability Services Office – 919-209-2120Student Services Office – 919-209-2128TTY – 919-209-2154Inclement Weather Policy – The President or designee of Johnston Community College will be responsible for canceling classes in the event of inclement weather or other emergencies. Unless announcements are made to cancel or delay classes, classes will be in session. If classes are canceled or delayed, announcements will be made on the local television and radio stations or the JCC website (). There will be a make-up assignment if a class is canceled for any reason.Safety and Evacuation Information Safety Guidelines – Learn the proper escape routes in case of fire or tornado alarms. Learn the location and operation of the following safety equipment: 1) Eye wash, 2) Safety Shower, 3) Fire Blanket, 4) Fire Extinguisher, 5) Fume Hood and 6) First Aid KitProper personal protective equipment (including gloves and safety glasses) will be required when completing certain lab activities. Also, opened toed shoes are required during specific labs as noted by instructor.No food, drinks or tobacco products are allowed in the classrooms or labsJCC’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS) is the regional body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the Southern states. As a member of this organization, Johnston Community College (JCC) was required to develop a Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) that identifies a specific area for improvement. Entitled “On the Write Path,” the JCC QEP is a key component of the Institution’s accreditation process. More importantly, “On the Write Path” is designed to help students discover, sharpen, and employ appropriate writing skills for academic, professional, and personal situations. "On the Write Path,” demonstrates a commitment by the Institution to emphasize the importance of effective writing. This commitment is supported by all members of the College including faculty, staff and the administration. Implementation of the Johnston Community College Quality Enhancement Plan is well underway. Our goal is to help you! Whether texting, tweeting, emailing, composing an essay, completing a research paper, writing personally or in an employment situation, throughout a lifetime there is a significant amount of time communicating via the written word. What may not be realized is that writing needs to be appropriate for a given situation, in the right tone, and custom-tailored for a specific audience. Knowing and effectively applying these basic principles can be instrumental to a person’s overall success.Please take advantage of the following resources to ensure your written work is “On The Write Path”!Resources:On Campus: Writing Studio – Wilson Building (Writing Enhancement)Tutoring Center – Wilson Building (Writing Remediation) Electronic:347599097790002857512954000 -212344010477500366776015367000122745510795LibGuides Smartphone Barcode!020000LibGuides Smartphone Barcode! Extra Credit Opportunities: Current topics: The Literature in Science, Biology, Health and Medicine.This extra credit is based on papers from the current literature in medicine, health, biology and science. The papers may vary in topic, between classes and in occurrence. I will post relevant articles on the course blog. Read the paper posted and answer the following questions: What does the data presented suggest about the particular topic (summary)? How does this affect our understanding of the natural world or how does this influence our understanding of the body? Does the paper offer any new recommendations/treatments for current diseased conditions?Worth 3 points added to student total per paper.**THESE ASSIGNMENTS ARE GRADED FOR QUALITY, NOT QUANTITY. **GRAMMAR AND SPELLING WILL BE COUNTED. **YOU MAY TURN IN AN ASSIGNMENT ONLY ONCE. **ALL ASSIGNMENTS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL IF POSSIBLE. **ANY EXTRA CREDIT YOU CHOOSE TO COMPLETE IS DUE BY THE END OF THE TERM. **YOU MAY DO MORE THAN ONE EXTRA CREDIT ASSIGNMENT, BUT REMEMBER THAT ONLY THE NUMBER OF POINTS THAT SHIFT YOUR GRADE 1-2% POINTS WILL BE COUNTED.Course: Bio 271Instructor: Ann L. Calogero, MS Student AcknowledgementThe act of enrollment at Johnston Community College indicates acceptance by the student of published rules and policies of the college. The purpose of this code is not to restrict student rights but to protect the rights of individuals in their academic pursuits. (Please see the college web site for additional information on these and other JCC policies.)I acknowledge that I have read and understand the instructor’s syllabus. I therefore, assume FULL RESPONSIBILITY for my attendance and the consequences for my absences. I understand the instructor’s evaluation policy. Furthermore, I understand the requirements and expectations for this course and assume responsibility for following the standards outlined in the course syllabus.Student Signature:___________________________________ Date: _________________________Printed Name: _____________________________________ Phone Number: ______________________ ................
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