Human Anatomy and Physiology

Syllabus
Biology 131
Fall 1997

LECTURES:

MWF 9:15-10:15
130 TCNW
4 credit hours

INSTRUCTOR:

Dr. Kenneth M. Crawford
211 TCNW
745-6005
crawfkm@wku.edu
OFFICE HRS: M 2:15-3:15, R 10:30-11:30,
(or by appointment)

This course is an introduction to human anatomy and physiology. Along with the accompanying laboratory, its aim is to examine the structure and function of the human body and to gain an appreciation for the relationship between form and function. We will take a systems approach, studying each of the body's organ systems. For more in depth information you may want to elect: BIOL 231, Advanced Human Anatomy and Physiology; BIOL 321, Comparative Anatomy: and/or BIOL 330, Animal Physiology.

Tortora, G.J. and S.R. Grabowski. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 8th Edition.

Three one hour exams will be given in class during the course of the semester. The format will be multiple choice, matching, short answer, and short essay. There will be a fourth hour examination given in the final exam period. Examinations will cover material from lecture exclusively. Reading assignments in the textbook are designed to improve your understanding and provide additional information.
Each unit exam is worth 15%. The final is also worth 15% for a total of 60% of your final grade. Laboratory grades will be submitted to me by your instructor and will constitute 40% of your final grade in BIOL 131. Grades are assigned based on a 10 point straight scale, i.e. 90-100 = A, 80-89 = B: etc.
All students are expected to take each exam at the scheduled time. A make up exam due to illness will be given only if a note from a physician is provided. The student must contact the instructor in advance of the exam to be eligable for a make-up.
Grading disputes will be submitted in writing within 1 week of the return of the exam and must include a scientific explanation of why your answer is correct.

BIOLOGY 131 Lecture and Exam Schedule, and Reading Assignments

Aug.
20 Introduction: Homeostasis, Feedback. Ch. 1, pp. 2-10
22 Chemical Basis of Life. Ch. 2, pp 34-50
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25 The Cell. Ch. 3, pp. 53-76
27 Tissues of the Body. Ch. 4, pp. 94-119
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Sept.
.1 No Classes , Labor Day
3 Nervous System: Cell Physiology. Ch. 12, pp. 331-256
5 Spinal Cord. Ch. 13, pp. 361-375
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8 Brain. Ch. 14, pp. 391-418
10 EXAM I (lectures from 8/20 to 9/8)
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15 Sensory Physiology. Ch. 15, pp. 430-450
17 Special Senses. Ch. 16, pp. 454-483
19 Autonomic Nervous System. Ch. 17, pp. 488-498
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22 Endocrine System: Hormones. Ch. 18, pp. 502-508
24 Endocrine Glands. Ch. 18, pp. 509-541
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29 Reproductive System. Ch. 28, pp. 909-942
Oct.
1 Integumentary System. Ch. 5, pp. 124-136
3 EXAM II (lectures from 9/15 to 10/1)
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6 Musculoskeletal System: Bones and Joints. Ch. 6, pp. 143-160
8 Muscles. Ch. 10, pp. 239-263
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13 Contraction. Ch. 10, pp. 239-263
15 Cardiovascular System: The Blood. Ch. 19, pp. 553-573
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20 Circulation and the Heart. Ch. 20, pp. 579-597
22 Control of Cardiac Function. 20, pp. 597-607
24 Vasculature. 21, pp. 612-617, 623-632
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27 Hemodynamics and Microcirculation. 21, pp. 617-623
29 Lymphatic System. 22, pp. 671-680
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Nov.
3 Immune System. 22, pp. 680-699
5 EXAM III (lectures from 10/6 to 11/3)
7 Respiratory System: Ventilation. 23, pp. 723-728
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10 Gas Transport. 23, pp. 729-736
12 Control of Ventilation. 23, pp. 736-743
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17 Digestive System: Overview. 24, pp. 754-764
19 Digestion. 24, pp. 764-786
21 Absorption. 24, pp. 786-796
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24 Metabolism and Nutrition. 25, pp. 813-841
26 Urinary System : Kidney. 26, pp. 849-861
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Dec.
1 Concentration of Urine. 26, pp. 873-878
3 Control Mechanisms. 26, pp. 849-878
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8 Catch-Up / Review

FINAL EXAM: Tuesday Dec 16th. 8:00 AM

Other important dates:

Aug. 27 Last day to drop without a grade

Oct. 15 Last day to drop and receive a "W"

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Good Luck and Enjoy BIOL 131

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Author: Kenneth M. Crawford

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