Course Preview Page BSC2085 Fall 2015


Course Name

Anatomy& Physiology1

Course Number  

BSC2085    

Term & Reference #

Fall 2015/ 525205

Course Description

This course is designed to learn about the human body and its functioning in depth. In this course students will learn and understand the structure, function, and chemistry of the human body. The following topics will be covered in detail: chemistry, body organization, the cell, tissues, membranes, glands, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the nervous system, and the special senses.
CHM 1032, CHM 1040, or CHM 1045 is very strongly recommended (see your program requirements).

Methods of Instruction

This is a 3-credit hour fully online course that is designed for students who are independent learners. Normally, a 3-credit hour on-campus course would meet two times each week (during a 16 week term) for a total of 3 hours per week or 48 hours per term. In this class, there will be no face to face interactions. Students are expected to follow all the guidelines provided and manage their time efficiently and effectively. All activities must be completed online.

Exams:

There will be FOUR onsite exams that includes the final comprehensive exam. All exams will be administered in the testing center of Central Campus. One benefit of a fully online course is that you can take the exam at any time during the period (usually a week) that is allocated for that purpose. However, you have to be careful about saving your answers and submitting your exam before the time expires. If you do not take the exam during the time that it is allowed for this purpose, extra time will not be granted to complete the exam

Other online activities : 

These include graded discussions, graded assignments, and graded online quizzes. It is your responsibility to have your hardware and software in working order. For example, be sure enable pop ups in your browser or you will not be able to access much of the course. Any problem associated with how your computer performs during the course is your responsibility. Generally, except at the beginning of the semester, you will have 1 week to take any quiz/exam. If you wait until the last day and the last few hours to take the exam or quiz there is not much I can do to help you. Due dates for all these items will be available in your class schedule

Students are expected to communicate with the instructor on  a regular basis. As your instructor I am available 24/7 via the e-mail . I check my e-mail twice a day and will respond to any question or concern within 24 hours period during the week days. On week ends the response may be a bit delayed. If a student needs to speak with the instructor about anything specific, then the instructor is available over phone. All weekly activities must be completed on time and regular attendance in online classroom will be monitored.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Unit 1 Reading and Writing in the Biological Sciences: The student shall be able to clearly communicate in writing information derived from course related readings the major concepts and themes in the biological sciences.
  2. Unit 2 Building the Foundation: Chemistry and Body Organization: The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts that serve as a foundation to the study of anatomy and physiology, including atoms, ions and molecules, water and mixtures, energy and chemical reactions, organic compounds, anatomical planes, directional terms, body cavities, membranes, and organ systems.
  3. Unit 3 The Cell: The student shall be able to describe the structure, function, and reproduction of cells.
  4. Unit 4 Tissues: The student shall be able to be able to describe the structure and function of the various types of tissues, membranes, and glands in the human body.
  5. Unit 5 Integumentary System: The student shall be able to describe the structure and specialized functions of the skin and its derivatives, including its relation to homeostasis.
  6. Unit 6 Skeletal System: The student shall be able to discuss the structure and functions of the skeletal system, including its histology, the ossification process, and its role in maintaining calcium homeostasis.
  7. Unit 7 Muscles: The student shall be able to explain the structure and function of muscle tissue and be able to relate the neural, electrochemical, and physical events of muscle contractions to body movements.
  8. Unit 8 Nervous System: The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the major divisions of the nervous system, their component structures, and the various homeostatic mechanisms which operate under nervous control.
  9. Unit 9 Special Senses: The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the structure and physiology of the somatic senses as well as the special senses.

Course Requirements

  • Student must read the syllabus and for online courses you must take the syllabus quiz. You must score 100% in the syllabus quiz to continue with the course. Your syllabus quiz is not part of your grading but it is a requirement to complete it and obtain 100%
  • Attendance :Active participation is expected of all students in this course. It is very important for you to actively participate in this class. If you do not actively participate in the class you will be withdrawn following the specified guidelines in your syllabus. I will use completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this attendance requirement.  

Required Prerequisites or Special Admission Criteria


  • If use of a college or public library card will be required for your course, provide a link to library information and tell them which cards they will need.

Course Materials

Required text book for Anatomy and Physiology I BSC 2085 Lecture
Text Book: Anatomy and Physiology – The unity of form and function
Author: Saladin
Publisher: McGraw –Hill
Edition: 7th


How to Register for this Course
For enrollment please go to BC’s Student Online System. http://www.broward.edu/Pages/home.aspx#6

Students must pay for the course before they are able to log into the course.

How to Access this Course once you are Enrolled in this Course
  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BConline.
  • The BC email address site, click on “ID Lookup”, then enter your Student# (or INTL Student ID#) and PIN code (2 digit birth month and 4 digit year). Write down your email ID (not the @mail.broward.edu part), which is your BConline User Name.
Links to help students get connected to BConline course(s)
How to Register for this Course
Faculty Instructions: If enrollment in your course is restricted, let students know how they can sign up. Otherwise, please refer them to students' myBC website. Students must pay for the course before they will be able to log into the course.

Faculty Introduction

Dr. Parkash is originally from India and now a resident of Florida for past ten years. She moved to USA from India during 1997. Prior to coming here, she practiced as a family physician in New Delhi from 1986 till 1997 . She started her teaching career in 2003 at Marshall University Community and Technical College, WV, USA. Since then has taught numerous students at several different colleges. She has a passion to combine her clinical experience, and teaching skills to positively impact the traditional and non-traditional students in the areas of biological sciences, and health care. She has successfully integrated the 21st century modern technology in her classroom to enhance student learning objectives. She also has experience of successfully carrying out academic leadership responsibilities such as improving student retention rates and facilitating accreditation process. Dr. Parkash cares deeply for her student's academic success and maintains excellent professional relationship with them. She enjoys supporting her students in achieving their academic goals by providing excellent education so that in future they are successful in their chosen career field. Each semester, student reviews consistently reflect her students being motivated and inspired by her teaching methods and that they enjoy having her as their guide and teacher.

Faculty Contact Information:

Instructor Name:
Vijay L Parkash
Office Phone:
954-201-8016
Fax:
954-201-7937
Email:
vlaxmi@broward.edu
Office:
Departmental Phone:
Building 69, Room 218
954-201-8977
Office Hours
Monday, Wed, and Thursday : 1pm till 2 pm; Tuesday: 8 am till 9 am

How to Access this Course once you are Enrolled in this Course

Faculty Instructions: Tell students what steps they need in order to log into their BConline course. Tell students when they will be able to login and what they should do once they login to your course. Normally, the login date should be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. You may open the course earlier than the first day of the term using Course Offering Information. Make sure that students understand that the only people who will be permitted to login are those students who have registered and paid for the course. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when a student registers and pays before BConline login is activated.
  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BConline.
  • The BC email address site, click on "ID Lookup", then enter your Student# (or INTL Student ID#) and PIN code (2 digit birth month and 4 digit year). Write down your email ID (not the @mail.broward.edu part), which is your BConline User Name.

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