UMUC-Europe Syllabus

BIOL 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) (Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BIOL 160, or BSCI 105. A thorough introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems of human beings. An overview of cellular physiology is included. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 201 or ZOOL 201.

Course Goals/Objectives:

After completing this course, students should be able to do the following: * use correct anatomical language to describe human anatomy * use the fundamentals of basic biochemistry to explain human physiology * describe the anatomy and physiology of organelles, cells, and tissues * describe the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and relate them to the homeostasis of the organism as a whole

Course Introduction:

BIOL 201 is the first half of a two term sequence designed to instruct students in the foundations of human anatomy and physiology and to prepare them for further courses in the health sciences. It includes extensive lecture and hands-on laboratory work. The course begins with an introduction to the Scientific Method, and its use in anatomy and physiology. The fields of anatomy and physiology are dependent upon a highly specialized and technical nomenclature, which will be introduced thoroughly in the first weeks of the course. The principles of biochemistry and cell and tissue structure and function will be covered as they are the basis for the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of human beings. Finally, the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, muscle, and nervous systems will be discussed in detail, as well as the ways in which these systems are integrated and work with one another. The remaining systems in the human body are covered in the second course in this series, BIOL 202.

Grading Information and Criteria:

Grades in this course will be determined as follows: 10% Class Participation 20% Quizzes 30% Laboratory Exercises 20% Midterm Exam 20% Final Exam The grading scale in this course will be determined as follows: A = 90%-100% B = 80%-89% C = 70%-79% D = 60%-69% F = 0%-59%

Other Information:

None

Project Descriptions:

Quizzes A series of weekly quizzes are required in this course. The quizzes are designed to assess your understanding of the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology, as well as laboratory practices and procedures, on an ongoing basis throughout the course. The questions may include those in the following formats: multiple choice, matching, identification, short-answer, fill-in-the-blank, and problem solving. They will include material covered in the reading, lectures, laboratory exercises, and class discussions. Laboratory Exercises Various laboratory exercises are required in this course and are designed to reinforce the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology. Exams A midterm and final exam are required in this course. These exams will include the topics and skills covered in the required readings, lectures, class discussions, and laboratory exercises.

Academic Policies:

Cases of plagiarism are handled consistent with current UMUC guidelines. See the UMUC policies at the following URL: http://www.umuc.edu/policy/

Course Schedule:

Session 1 Topics: The Scientific Method Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 2 Topics: Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 3 Topics: The Language of Anatomy Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 4 Topics: Principles of Biochemistry Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 5 Topics: Cell Structure & Function Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 6 Topics: Tissue Structure & Function Laboratory Exercise Midterm Exam Session 7 Topics: The Integumentary System Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 8 Topics: The Skeleton & Joints Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 9 Topics: The Muscular System Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 10 Topics: Physiology of the Nervous System Laboratory Exercise Quz Session 11 Topics: The Central Nervous System Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 12 Topics: The Peripheral Nervous System Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 13 Topics: The Autonomic Nervous System Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 14 Topics: Neural Integration Laboratory Exercise Quiz Session 15 Review for Final Session 16 Final Examination