Spring 2010 Syllabus

SC 123
Human Physiology

4 Credit Hour

Textbook

Human Physiology 9th Editon

Stuart Ira Fox

Division of Science and Mathematics

Instructor: Dr. William J, McGuire

Instructor: Dr. William J. McGuire

Office Location: Room 303a

Office Hours: I will be in and out of the office throughout the day. If you need to see me, feel free to just
stop in or make an appointment.
Telephone: office 785.243.1435 ext: 274 home 785.243-7888

E-mail: bmcguire@cloud.edu

Catalog Description:
Human physiology is an in depth study of the function of the human body. The functional aspects of cells, tissues, organs and
organ systems are emphasized. A brief overview of anatomy will accompany each unit. Three hours of lecture and 1.5 hours of
laboratory work per week are required.

Textbooks: Human Physiology,Stuart Ira Fox

Sequencing: Spring

Campus: Main Campus

METHOD OF EVALUATION/ GRADING

Students will be expected to complete a variety of assignments, quizzes and exams. A student’s final grade will
be evaluated according to the following grading scale:

90% of total possible points A

80% of total possible points B
70% of total possible points C
60% of total possible points D
<60% of total possible points F

Exams 30%
Quizzes 25%
Lab reports 25%
Final Exam 20%
 EXPECTED LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body’s major systems.

2. Demonstrate knowledge of positive and negative feedback control.
3. Identify the regulatory processes involved in homeostasis.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific methhod.

COURSE GOALS: STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR PHYSIOLOGY:

Students who complete this course, Human Physiology, at Cloud County Community College will be evaluated
on the course competencies.

1. Eighty percent of the students will score a Level 2 or higher on eighty percent of the course
competencies.
2. Fifty percent of the students will score a Level 3 or higher on eighty percent of the course
competencies.
3. Thirty percent of the students will score a Level 4 or higher on eighty percent of the course
competencies.

ASSESSMENT OF PROGRAM SUCCESS:

Each semester student learning success will be assessed. This semester program goals will be assessed by
evaluation program competencies.

1. Ninety percent of the students will score a Level 1 or higher on one-hundred percent of the program
competencies.
2. Eighty percent of the students will score a Level 2 or higher on eighty percent of the program.
3. Fifty percent of the students will score a Level 3 or higher on eighty percent of the program competencies.
4. Thirty percent of the students will score a Level 4 or high on eighty percent of the program competencies.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
It is imperative that each student does his/ her own work. The following policy will apply to all students in
class. Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:

 Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In other words, taking
someone else’s file and placing your name on it and claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or
help on a quiz/exam/paper/assignment.

 Giving another student your work knowing that he/ she will use it without giving you credit. In other
words, giving another student your file(s), papers, etc. knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as his/her
own creation, giving another student your quiz, or help on a quiz/exam/paper/assignment.

 It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an assignment if he/she
does the work himself/ her with your assistance.
PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS:
Any infraction will receive zero (0) credit on the assignment, paper, quiz, or exam.

ACCOMODATION FOR DISABILITY:

If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instruction during office hours or make an
appointment. Students also may contact Les Hemphill, Director of Advisement & Counseling, located in the
Advisement Center.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Attendance in class is the student’s responsibility, Students are expected to attend class unless they are
participating scheduled school activities or have bee excused by the instructor. Students cannot excessively miss
class and effectively complete the course assignments. In case you are late or absent from class, it is your
responsibility to get the course notes, handouts, and turn in assignments.

CONDUCT
Mature behavior is expected and required. Please respect others in the class by turning off your pagers, cell
phones and other disruptive devices. Thoughtful discourse is the theme of this class. You are highly encouraged
to participate in the classroom discussions; points are awarded for class discussions/ activities.

EXAMINATION POLICY
Makeup exams will only be given by special arrangement with the instructor and must be completed within a
reasonable time frame. The make up exams may not be the same exams as given in class. NO MAKEUP exams
will be allowed without prior arrangements made.

EXTRA CREDIT POLICY

I may decide to give extra credit during the semester. The decision to do so will remain to be at my discretion,
and is open to all individuals

INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANCE
If you are having problems with the course work, please let me know as early as possible. My office hours are
intended as a time to work with students and prepare for classes. If you are unable to come during my office
hours, please as for an appointment in advance. I encourage you to use E-mail as a reliable way to contact me
about any issues.

IMCOMPLETE POLICY
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented as described
in the Student handbook. The incomplete must be completed the semester immediately following the semester
in which the class was taken. Refer to the Student handbook for a complete explanation.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio stations will be notified:

KNCK 1390 AM Concordia

KCLY 101 FM Clay Center
KREP 92.1 FM Belleville
KHCD 89.5 FM Hutchinson
KVSV 1190 AM Beloit
KSAL 1150 AM Salina

Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to
hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.

OUTLINE OF COURSE:
I. Overview of Physiology

II. Section 1
A. Study of body function and chemical composition
B. Cell Structure and genetic control

III. Section 2
A. Enzymes, energy, cellular respiration, and metabolism
B. Cellular interactions

IV. Section 3
A. Nervous system
B. Endocrinology

V. Section 4
A. Muscles
B. Circulatory System
C. Immune System
D. Respiratory System

VI. Section 5
A. Renal Physiology
B. Digestive System
C. Regulation of Metabolism
D. Reproduction