Anatomy Part II Syllabus

Course Syllabus

Anatomy and Physiology Part II

Dear Parents and Students,

I would like to welcome you to anatomy/physiology part II.  In this course we will continue studying the remaining body systems.  In the following paragraphs, you will find information that will be useful during the course of the trimester.  Please let me know if you have questions or concerns.

Course Description:

            This course involves the study of the structure and function of the human body.  Each of the body systems will be studied and practical lab activities will be completed with each unit.  Part II will cover the endocrine system, blood, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and reproductive system.

Instructor:

            Jackie Donaldson

                        Room:     C-1102

                        Phone:     734-3923 (work) or 739-5679 (home)

                        E-mail:     jdonaldson@cullmancats.net

                        Planning:  4th period (12:33-1:45)

Course Objectives:

1.      Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the endocrine system.

2.      Students will identify and understand the makeup of blood and the various blood types and how they are inherited.

3.      Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the cardiovascular system.

4.      Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the lymphatic system.

5.   Students will identfiy and understand the major structures and functions of the respiratory system.

6.  Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the digestive system.

7.  Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the urinary system.

8.  Students will identify and understand the major structures and functions of the reproductive system. 

Course Content:

1. Course lectures/notes and/or power points with each unit of study.
2. Bell-work.
3. Class discussions
4. Quizzes involving terminology/labeling/concepts from each unit of study.
5. Tests on material from each unit of study.
6. Possible notebook quizzes/tests.
7. One comprehensive final exam covering material from all units of study.
8. Lab activities and/or dissections for specified units of study.
9. Computer and library research/projects for selected units.

Course Requirements and Evaluation:

            Grades will be determined based on the points system.  Each assignment, quiz, test, etc. will be worth an assigned point value.  Students may calculate averages by dividing the points earned by the points possible.  Trimester exams are worth 20% of the final grade, while each six-week average constitutes 40% of the final grade.  Progress reports will be sent after the first three weeks of each six week period.  Report cards will be sent out at the end of each six week period.    

(90%-100%=A. 80%-89%=B, 70%-79%=C, 60%-69%=D. below 60%=F)

Materials:

1.      one 3-ring binder (~1”)

2.      pencil and black or blue ink pen

3.      notebook paper

4.      colored pencils (for artwork and lab activities)

5.      one small box of latex or vinyl gloves (for dissections)

6.      two large packs of index cards (for the final exam)

*Required text will be provided for student use. 

Absence Policy:

            Students are expected to attend class regularly.  Any class session missed reduces the academic opportunities of the student and may adversely affect the grade achieved in the course.  Students are responsible for all material covered during the class and lab sessions.  Make-up exams and labs should be arranged with the instructor.  Labs provided by Science in Motion are often not available for make-up, so students who are absent on lab days may be given an alternate assignment.

*The attendance and tardy policies of Cullman High School will be followed in this course.

Responsibilities:

1.      Enter the classroom or laboratory quietly and respectfully. No loud talking

2.       Be in assigned seat with required materials, working on bell-work when tardy bell rings.  Bell work assignments are short assignments to be completed when the student enters the classroom.

3.       Follow all guidelines regarding classroom and laboratory procedures (these will  be discussed in detail during the first days of school).  Horseplay in the lab will not be tolerated.

4.       Respect yourself, others, and all materials and equipment.

5.      Do your very best. 

1^st offense- Five minute conference before school.

2^nd offense- 20 minute detention before school.

3^rd offense- parental contact and 30 minute detention

4^th offense- office referral

*  Severe behavior such as profanity, fighting, damaging property, or any behavior that is determined to be dangerous to the student or their peers will result in an immediate office referral.

Restroom:

            Each student will be allowed three restroom visits per six weeks.  If you feel your child needs more allowed visits, please contact me or send a note.  This policy is to maximize class time as in most cases students will have time for restroom breaks between classes, at break, and after lunch.

Accommodations:

            Requests for accommodations are welcomed for students whose personal characteristics require specific instructional and testing conditions.  Please make certain the instructor is aware of any special needs such as seating requirements, medical conditions, etc.

Once again, I am very excited about this course and hope each and every student has a successful year.  Please fill out, sign, and return the attached page.  I truly hope everyone has an outstanding year and please let me know if I can help you in any way.

                                                                        Sincerely,

                                                                                    Jackie Donaldson