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BIO_201_2-Anatomy & Physiology I

BIO-201
Fall 2022 Section 10187 Modified 08/14/2022

 Meeting Times
This class is a (list type of term) class.

Full Term 15 weeks

Traditional Instructional Method for Fall 2022

Class will meet as follows:

Lecture - 2:00 - 4:30 Tuesday Advanced Manufacture Building Room 152

Laboratory - 2:00 - 4:00 Thursday Advanced Manufacturing Building Room 152

Your final exam will be given on (list day and time).

 Contact Information

Instructor: Ms. Darline Laffitte

Email: dlaffitte@bishop.edu
Phone: 2516053992

 Course Description
Credits: 4

This course covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is an orientation of the human body, basic principles of
chemistry, a study of cells and tissue metabolism, joints, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, and the senses.
Dissection, histological studies, physiological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience.

Requisites
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103

Lab: A 120-minute laboratory is required.

Note: Course may be used in Area V for AS/AA degrees

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 Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to

Describe the physiology of cells and cell membranes, including membrane transport processes.
Explain the structure and function of skin, epithelial membranes, and connective tissue membranes.
Describe the process of bone formation, growth and function. Identify bones and joints of the human skeleton.
Explain how muscles contract.
Describe mechanisms of signal transduction by the nervous system, including action potentials and synaptic transmission.
Describe the anatomy and physiology of the central and peripheral nervous system.
Explain how the special senses operate.

 Materials

Anatomy and Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function

Author: Kenneth S. Saladin
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Edition: 9th
ISBN: 9781260256000 (bound edition) or 9781260791624 (loose leaf edition)
Availability: Campus Bookstore or online

You may purchase the ebook online from the publisher, McGraw-Hill

 Evaluation and Assessment

PROCTORED ASSESSMENTS
Proctored assessments are required for proof of student identity. For proctored assessments, a student is required to present a
government-issued photo ID and be monitored (videoed or in the presence of an approved proctor). NOTE: When taking a proctored
test, please maintain a secure test environment (no other people in test area, no electronics other than those required, complete test
session before leaving the environment, etc.). Adhere to all procedures published by your instructor.

Criteria
 Course Policies

 Institutional Policies

Bishop State Attendance Policy

Class attendance is strongly encouraged. Students are expected to attend all classes as scheduled and exercise regularity and
punctuality in attendance. Excessive absences may affect a student’s final grade. Absences will be recorded for each class, and
no absences will be considered excused. Absences are counted from the first day of the student’s registration in the course. The
attendance policy for classes on special schedules, such as the Health Related Programs, will be announced during the first class
meeting by the respective departments. These attendance policies take precedence over any other policy. Students are
responsible for all coursework from the first scheduled day of class. Students must abide by coursework and test makeup policy
indicated in the course syllabus. Exceptions to any attendance policy will be made only for persons required to fulfill military duty,
jury duty, or court witness obligations. Students must request approval for these exceptions in advance and provide
documentation to the Admissions Office on the Main Campus prior to the scheduled dates of absence. Exceptions must be
approved by the College Registrar or the Chief Student Affairs Officer.

Bishop State Academic Integrity Policy

Bishop State Community College enthusiastically promotes academic integrity and professional ethics among all members of the
Bishop State academic community. Violations of this policy are considered as serious misconduct and may result in disciplinary
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 action and severe penalties.

Bishop State Plagiarism Policy

Plagiarism is the act of taking and/or using the ideas, work, and/or writings of another person as one’s own.

1. To avoid plagiarism give written credit and acknowledgment to the source of thoughts, ideas, and/or words, whether you
have used direct quotation, paraphrasing, or just a reference to a general idea.
2. If you directly quote works written by someone else, enclose the quotation with quotation marks and provide an appropriate
citation (e.g. footnote, endnote, bibliographical reference).
3. Research, as well as the complete written paper, must be the work of the person seeking academic credit for the course.
(Papers, book reports, projects, and/or other class assignments).

DISCIPLINE: FACULTY MEMBERS MAY RESPOND TO CASES OF PLAGIARISM IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

1. Return the paper or other item for rewriting; the grade may be lowered.
2. Give a failing grade on the paper or other item - “F” if a letter grade is used or zero if a numerical grade is used.
3. Give the student who plagiarized a failing grade in the course.
4. Recommend sanctions, including disciplinary expulsion from the College.

Americans with Disability Act

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students with qualifying disabilities, who follow the College's policy for
requesting academic adjustments and auxiliary aids and services, and are approved for such adjustments and services, will be
afforded reasonable accommodations for completing coursework and examinations. The ADA Office will certify a disability,
approve academic adjustments, and advise faculty members of approved reasonable accommodations. ADA Office contact
information:

Email: adaoffice@bishop.edu.

Phone: 251-405-7156

https://www.bishop.edu/student-services/ada-accommodations (https://www.bishop.edu/student-services/ada-
accommodations))

Statement of Discrimination/Harassment
Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 prohibits discrimination based on sex in any educational institution that
receives federal funding. Bishop State Community College does not tolerate sex discrimination of any kind including sexual
misconduct; sexual harassment; dating/sexual violence, and stalking. These incidents may interfere with or limit an individual’s
ability to benefit from or participate in the College’s educational programs or activities. If you have questions or concerns
regarding your rights or responsibilities or if you would like to file a Title IX complaint, please contact:

Dr. Andrea C. Agnew, Associate Dean of Instruction/ADA Coordinator

Title IX Coordinator
aagnew@bishop.edu
251-219-0027

Office Phone: 251-662-5363

https://www.bishop.edu/student-services/title-ix (https://www.cloudhq-
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uid=1809906&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bishop.edu%2Fstudent-services%2Ftitle-ix)

Other College Policies

The Bishop State Community College General Catalog and Student Handbook (http://catalog.bishop.edu/) and the College's
website (http://www.bishop.edu) detail College policies for all teaching and learning activities. Students are expected to be
aware of and abide by College policies. The class syllabus gives expectations for this class.

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 Grade reports can be obtained online immediately following the end of each semester. Any grade appeal must be initiated by the
mid-term of the semester following the assignment of the grade in question.

Students with grievances should review and follow the procedures outlined in the policy in the Student Handbook.
(http://catalog.bishop.edu/content.php?catoid=11&navoid=618#grievances-and-due-process-procedures) Forms may be
accessed on the College's Website in the Forms (http://catalog.bishop.edu/content.php?catoid=11&navoid=619) section of the
General Catalog and Student Handbook.

 Additional Items

Important Dates
Fall 2022 Academic Calendar (http://catalog.bishop.edu/mime/media/view/11/659/2022+-+2023+Academic+Calendar.pdf)

*Dates are subject to change. Please check the website for the complete calendar and updates.

Wed Aug 17, 2022 - Classes Dropped for Non-payment Full Term & Mini Term 1
Thu Aug 18, 2022 - Fall 2022 Full Term/ Mini Term 1 Classes Begin
Thu Aug 25, 2022 Classes Dropped for Non-payment Full Term & Mini Term 1
Mon Sep 6, 2022 - Labor Day Statewide Holiday - No Classes
Wed Sep 7, 2022 - Classes Begin Late Start Term
Thu Sep 8, 2022 - Drop & Add/Late Registration Late Start Term
Fri Sep 9, 2022 - Class Dropped for Non-payment Late Start Term
Tue Sep 27 2022 - Last Day No Show Appeals for Full, Mini 1, & Late Start Terms
Thu Sep 29, 2022 - Pell Grant Refunds Issued for Full, Mini 1, & Late Start Terms
Wed Oct 5, 2022 - Last Day to Withdraw Mini Term 1 Classes
Tue Oct 6-Wed Oct 12, 2022-Final Exams Mini Term 1
Wed Oct 12, 2022 - Last Day 100% Refund Mini Term 2- Midterm for Full Term
Thu Oct 13, 2022 - Classes Begin Mini Term 2
Fri Oct 14, 2022 Drop & Add/Late Registration Mini Term 2
Mon Oct 17, 2022 - Class Dropped for Non-payment Mini Term 2
Mon Oct 24, 2022 Last Day No Show Appeals for Mini Term 2
Wed Oct 26, 2022 Pell Grant Refunds Issued Mini Term 2
Thu Nov 10, 2022 Last Day Withdraw from Late Start Term Classes
Fri Nov 11, 2022 - Veteran’s Day Statewide Holiday - No Classes
Mon Nov 14-Thu Nov 17, 2022 Final Exams Late Start Term
Fri Nov 18, 2022 1p Grades Due Late Start Term
Mon Nov 21-Sat Nov 26, 2022 - Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes
Wed Dec 7, 2022 Last Day to Withdraw from Full Term & Mini Term 2 Classes
Thu Dec 8-Wed Dec 14, 2022 Finals Exams Full Term & Mini Term 2

Distance Education Support

The links below provide information for Canvas, email, and OneACCS accounts:

Distance Education WebPage (https://www.bishop.edu/student-services/student-support/online-learning)

Canvas Log In (https://bishop.instructure.com/)

Canvas HelpDesk Ticket (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebtRJvUudwCMoRfOnb4wjX0Fqb7_N1lirzSfABvdQvoce-

yg/viewform)

Bishop State Google Email Sign In (https://www.google.com/gmail/about/)

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 Student OneACCS Log In (https://studentssb-prod.ec.accs.edu/StudentSelfService/ssb/studentCommonDashboard?
mepCode=BISHOP)

OneACCS WebPage (https://www.bishop.edu/new-students/oneaccs)

 Schedule
Please log in to your CANVAS student account and click on the course on your dashboard. Your course calendar will be provided in
the SYLLABUS link.

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