BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology 2

Section 013, Synonym 19658

Lecture: Synchronous Online, Mon/Wed 5:30-6:50 pm

Lab: Synchronous Online, Wed 7:00-9:50 pm

Spring 2021

 

Instructor:                 Bernice Speer

Office Location:       RRC3, Room 3322.00 (campus is closed; meetings in Collaborate/Zoom)

Office Hours:           Mon 1:30 pm to 2:50 pm (meetings in Collaborate Office Hours)

                                   Mon 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm (meetings in Collaborate Office Hours)

                                   Tues/Thurs 4:30 to 5:50 pm (meetings in Collaborate Office Hours)

                                   Other hours by appointment (email me for Collaborate/Zoom meeting)

Office Phone:           512-223-0323 (with voice mail; please send email to contact me)

e-mail:                       bspeer@austincc.edu or use Blackboard email to instructor

 

Course Description:

• Credit hours: 4
• Classroom contact hours per week: 3
• Laboratory contact hours per week: 3

BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.  The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.

 

Course Rationale:

This course is designed for students entering professional programs. It provides a foundation for the clinical topics covered in those courses by requiring mastery of factual material, laboratory techniques, and problem-solving skills. This course is intended to adequately prepare students for health sciences programs.

 

Skills Requirements:

Reading, writing, and mathematics proficiency as determined by the COMPASS or ASSET test, or by the statewide THEA test, or by providing an official transcript from another college.

 

Course Prerequisite:

BIOL 2401 A&P 1 with minimum grade of C.  (Human Anatomy lecture and lab or Intro to A&P are not equivalent.) You must provide proof of completion of A&P 1 by the 2^nd class period or you will be withdrawn from the course. For this semester, the deadline is Monday, January 25.

 

Managing the Prerequisite Course Load:

Many ACC Health Sciences programs require BIOL 2401, BIOL 2402, and BIOL 2420 as prerequisites. Due to the rigorous nature of each of these courses, it is not recommended to take two of them in one semester. The Biology department recommends taking these courses in the following sequence in order to balance the course load: Semester 1: BIOL 2401 A&P I; Semester 2: BIOL 2402 A&P II; Semester 3: BIOL 2420 Microbiology for the Health Sciences

 

 

Student Learning Outcomes:

Course-Level:

Specific skills and competencies expected of students who complete this course include the following:

 

Learning Outcomes for Lecture

Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

• Use anatomical terminology to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered.
• Explain interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue, and organ functions in each system.
• Describe the interdependency and interactions of the systems.
• Explain contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis.
• Identify causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances.
• Describe modern technology and tools used to study anatomy and physiology.

 

Learning Outcomes for Lab

Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

• Apply appropriate safety and ethical standards.
• Locate and identify anatomical structures.
• Appropriately utilize laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, dissection tools, general lab ware, physiology data acquisition systems, and virtual simulations.
• Work collaboratively to perform experiments.
• Demonstrate the steps involved in the scientific method.
• Communicate results of scientific investigations, analyze data and formulate conclusions.
• Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills, including, but not limited to, inferring, integrating, synthesizing, and summarizing, to make decisions, recommendations and predictions.

 

General Education:

As a Core Curriculum course, students completing this course will demonstrate competence in:

• Critical Thinking - Gathering, analyzing, synthesizing, evaluating and applying information. 
• Interpersonal Skills - Interacting collaboratively to achieve common goals.
• Quantitative and Empirical Reasoning - Applying mathematical, logical and scientific principles and methods.
• Written, Oral and Visual Communication - Communicating effectively, adapting to purpose, structure, audience, and medium.

 

Departmental Common Course Objectives:

The ACC Biology Department has specified the content for this course in the departmental common course objectives. Go here: Biology Department.  Under “Course Information”, click on “Common Course Objectives.” Then click on the link for BIOL 2402.

 

Course-Specific Objectives:  You will find specific learning objectives for each unit posted in Blackboard.  You are responsible for and will be tested on all material specified by lecture and lab objectives, whether it is covered in class, outside assignments or video lectures.  Active learning is a major component of this class.  Students are expected to work through the materials, find appropriate information, and work together to understand the concepts.  Although instructors will discuss many topics in the classroom, some topics will be covered by students working independently on lecture and lab videos.   The instructor will provide guidance to help you find information.  You will be using Blackboard extensively in this course.  Most activities will require the use of a computer outside of the classroom. 

 

 

ACC Biology Department Animal Use Policy:

Labs in this class contain dissection components.  Please see the biology department policy below.  You can also find it at: Biology Department.  Click on “Labs,” then “Lab Animal Policy.”

 

 “Most ACC biology classes, particularly those with laboratory components, use actual organisms during instruction in addition to images and models. ACC students generally are preparing for real-world careers requiring workers with hands-on experience. These careers include health care, veterinary work, horticultural and agricultural work. Other students plan to transfer to four-year colleges and will be participating in biological research where hands-on experience is equally important.

 

Organisms used at ACC are fundamental in biology instruction and they are utilized to teach specific skills and knowledge. Their condition and usage varies from course to course. Students will be expected to actively participate in these activities. Students with particular concerns in this matter should consult with their instructor and/or departmental officials before enrolling in a laboratory course so that they can know what will be required of them.

 

Some organisms are observed alive while others are dead and preserved in various ways. These organisms are dead and incapable of feeling pain although some tissues remain viable for a short period of time. Student manipulation of organisms ranges from culturing living organisms to dissecting preserved ones. Some examples include but are not limited to: bacterial culturing for microbiology courses; cat, pig or rat dissection for anatomy courses; skeleton and pelt examination for field biology; and use of frogs in physiology experiments.”

 

 

Required Course Materials:

(1)        Human Anatomy and Physiology, 11^th edition, by Marieb and Hoehn. Pearson Educational

                        Inc., 2019. Bring to every class.  (If you used the McKinley textbook for A&P 1, it will be an                         acceptable alternative. If you used a different textbook, please check with your instructor.)

 

(2)        A Photographic Atlas for the Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory, 9^th edition by    Van de

                        Graff & Crawley. Morton Publishing, Englewood, CO. Bring to every lab. If you have an                            earlier edition of the photo atlas, that will be fine.

 

 

Recommended Materials:

Many students have found The Anatomy Coloring Book (Kapit and Elson) to be a useful study tool, especially for learning the heart, blood vessels, digestive system, reproductive system, and other anatomical features. I highly recommend the coloring book for students who will take the time to use it.

 

 

Instructional Methodology:  Lecture and lab.  This is a synchronous course and we will meet in Blackboard Collaborate (or Zoom) at specific times. Also, students will be use Blackboard outside of class time to access course materials, work through lecture/lab videos, and complete assignments. You will be expected to independently study lecture and lab materials outside of class time, using lab videos and materials posted in Blackboard.  Students will take video-proctored exams online using Respondus LockDown Browser with Monitor. See pages 20-23 for more information about online testing. Students who miss a lecture exam must take makeup lecture exams through ACC Online Live Proctoring. Go here for more information: Proctoring

 

Distance Education for Synchronous Courses:  This course uses online lectures and labs to deliver course materials. Students meet regularly with the instructor in Blackboard Collaborate for online lectures and labs. If you are new to online science courses, please be advised that you will need to be highly organized and use good time management skills to successfully complete the course. Online learning can be a successful way to learn course material, but it requires you to spend significantly more time studying than traditional face-to-face courses. You will need to carefully plan your schedule each week to attend lecture and lab meetings in Blackboard Collaborate, work on lecture and lab videos outside of the scheduled class time, complete assignments in a timely manner, study course materials, and take exams/practicals. Students will use the Blackboard learning management system for assignment instructions, accessing lecture and lab materials, submitting assignments, and collaboration.

 

Technology Requirements and Problems

You are required to have the following equipment in order to use Respondus LockDown Browser to take exams: Windows (7, 8, 10), Mac (OS X 10.10 or higher), iPad (iOS 10.0+) with compatible LMS integration, web camera (internal or external) & microphone, and broadband internet connection. Respondus Monitor will not work with ChromeBooks or smart phones.   

 

If you have trouble accessing a web page, make sure that pop-ups are not blocked, or try a different browser/computer.  If you still have problems, there is a new student technology support services for ACC students that can help you with equipment issues. Here's the link: Student Technology Services

 

You can also contact the ACC Help Desk at Student Services Help Desk or call 512-223-4636. 

 

Technology Support Services

In response to COVID-19-related campus closures, Austin Community College now provides free, secured drive-up WiFi to students and employees in the parking lots of all campus locations. WiFi can be accessed seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. Additional details are available at Drive-Up WiFi.

 

Students who submit the  Student Technology Access Form and indicate they need help accessing their online learning environment to successfully complete their courses are eligible to check out an ACC iPad for use during the semester. You must be registered for a credit course, Adult Education, or Continuing Education course.

 

OTHER COURSE TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION

 

ACCeID:

You will need an ACCeID to use the ACC Online Services and Blackboard.  If you don't already have an ACCeID, go to the ACC eID Login.  Click on "First-Time Login" and follow instructions. 

 

Use of ACCMail:

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify you of any college related emergencies using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account. Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff. Information about ACC email accounts, including instructions for accessing it, are available at: ACCmail

 

Important:  All ACC instructors can communicate with students only through the official ACC e-mail addresses.  I cannot respond to an e-mail from another address.  It is important that you set up and check your ACCMail account regularly.  By ACC policy, I cannot respond to a student e-mail sent from another e-mail address.  If you send me an e-mail from a non-ACC e-mail account and I respond by mistake, you accept responsibility for any possible breach of student privacy, and you cannot hold the instructor responsible for your actions.

 

You can have your ACC e-mail forwarded to another e-mail address if you prefer.  See more information at: Automatically Forward Gmail

 

Blackboard Site for This Section:

A Blackboard site has been set up for this class. You will be using Blackboard extensively throughout this class to access course materials for lecture and lab.  You will also use Blackboard in the ACC Testing Centers to take all exams and submit your homework assignments. Announcements and grades will be posted on Blackboard.  I will also use Blackboard to send e-mails to the class.  

 

To get started on Blackboard, go to the login site at: Blackboard  and click on the “Student Guide – Getting Started with Blackboard” link.   This will help you set up your Blackboard account and get you to the course site. 

 

You are expected to check Blackboard regularly.  Announcements clarify course materials, remind about deadlines, correct problems with web sites, and give hints about difficult concepts.

You are expected to check Blackboard regularly.  You can use Blackboard to send e-mails to me.  I will post video lectures and labs, homework and other lecture assignments, and lab materials on Blackboard.  Check the announcements.

 

You should also use Blackboard to keep track of your grades. Blackboard will calculate your point total and current average. I post results in Blackboard as soon as I have graded them. 

 

Due to privacy issues, I cannot discuss specific details about your grades on the phone or by e-mail.  We can meet during office hours or set up Collaborate/Zoom meetings at other times to discuss grades and any questions you have.

 

ACC Photo ID:

You must have an ACC photo student ID, passport or driver’s license to take exams. 

 

 

 

 

GRADING SYSTEM

 

Summary of Grading

Your grade is based on both lecture and lab components. Your grade will be based on these assessments. (Please note that new assignments may be added during the semester.)  Any changes to the grading scheme will be posted on Blackboard and will affect the total points and averages. Grades for each graded component will be posted on Blackboard.

 

            Lecture Exams (4 x 100 pts each)          =     400 points

            Comprehensive Final                              =     100 points

            Homework (16 x 10 pts each)                 =     160 points

            Case studies (6 x 5 pts each)                 =     30 points

            Lab Reports (6 x 15 pts each)                 =     90 points

            Safety quiz                                               =     20 points

            Lab Practicals (4 x 60 pts each)             =     240 points

                                             Total Points           =     1040 points

 

Grading Scale:                      90-100%          A                      936-1040 points

                                                                                    80-89%                        B                      832-935 points

                                                                                    70-79%                        C                     728-831 points

                                                                                    60-69%                        D                     624-727 points

                                                                                    < 60%              F                      below 624 points

 

You must pass the lab portion of the class with a minimum grade of 60% to pass the class with a grade of C or better. There are ample extra credit opportunities, so I do not round grades and

there are NO curved scores. Your grade is based solely on the points that you earn in lecture and lab, plus any extra credit. (Please see page 8 for information about extra credit.)

 

In case of a borderline grade (such as 89.5%), you will receive the higher grade only if your exam average for all exams is that higher grade.  Example:  Both Susie and Bill have an average of 89.2% for all course work. Susie’s exam average is 87%, so she will receive a B in the course. Bill’s exam average is 92%, so he will receive a grade of A.

 

 

Assessments for Lecture and Lab:

 

(1) Lecture Exams: There will be four lecture exams, each worth 100 points. The exams will be given online, using Respondus LockDown Browser with Monitor or ACC Online Proctoring (only for makeup exams). See the schedule for specific dates.  The exam format will be a combination of objective questions (such as multiple-choice, true­-false, and matching questions) and written questions (such as short-answer, essay, flow-charts, and drawings).  Exams will be based on all material presented in the course: lecture materials (covered in class, lecture videos, homework assignments, etc.) and lab materials.  Exams usually include extra credit questions. If calculations are part of the exam, you must show the formula and use dimensional analysis when converting units or you will not receive full credit.

 

While taking exams on Blackboard, you are expected to turn off your cell phone, pager and take off your watch. These are not open-book exams. Please try to take your exams in a quiet location where other people will not talk to you. Your webcam and microphone must always be on and working. You cannot leave the room or move away from the computer while taking exams. Please be aware that you will be recorded by video while taking exams and videos will be reviewed by the instructor. You will find more information about using Respondus Lockdown Browser (or ACC Online Proctoring) for the exams on pages 20-23 of the syllabus.

 

Once you take an exam, you may not take it again to try for a better grade.  All exams will be given in Blackboard on the days when they are scheduled unless the instructor think that there is a valid reason for changing the date.  Exam policies apply to lecture and lab exams.

 

If you have a medical condition that would prevent you from taking the lecture exam without a break, you are responsible for making alternate arrangements. Documentation of your medical condition may be required.  These arrangements must be made in advance. 

 

(2)  Comprehensive Final Exam:  There will be a comprehensive final exam worth 100 points.  The final will be given in class on the last class day of the semester. The exam format will be all objective questions covering both lecture and lab materials. Use the assignments as a review.

Please note: the final is not an optional exam.

 

(3) Homework Assignments:  There will be several homework assignments given throughout the semester. There are 16 homework assignments for a total of 160 points. (See page 27 for specifics.) Each assignment has a specific due date and time. No extra time will be given to complete homework. Some units have more homework assignments than others. Each homework differs in the content and number of questions asked. Each assignment should be completed by each student. Please refer to the ACC policy on academic integrity found in this syllabus.    

 

The homework assignments will be posted on Blackboard, both as a paper-based set of instructions and a Blackboard-graded homework (an open-book quiz). The paper copy will not be turned in; it is not graded. You must submit the Blackboard-graded part of the homework to earn credit for the homework. See the table on page 27 for specific due dates. You will be able to submit each homework assignment three times until the due date. Please be aware that you will have to re-submit your answers once you submit the Blackboard-graded homework. While you cannot edit your answers, you can re-do and re-submit to try to earn a higher grade. 

 

I do not accept late assignments except for documented medical emergencies. If there are technology problems, please send an e-mail to the instructor ASAP (before the deadline). Please do not wait until the last minute to work on your homework or you will run out of time!  

 

(4) Case Studies:  Case studies will be given out periodically to the class for group work, either in lecture or in lab. Each is worth 5 points. The case studies are usually due at the end of the class. You must be present that day and actively participate to earn credit for the case studies.

 

(5) Lab Reports:  There are six physiology-based labs this semester. See the lab schedule for specific dates. Each physiology-based lab will have a lab report that is usually due the following week at the beginning of the next lab period. Each student will turn in his/her own lab report for credit. Each lab report will have a specific due date. Each lab report is worth 15 points, for a total of 90 points.  Calculations must show the formula, show your work, and you must use dimensional analysis when converting units. Otherwise, you will receive zero (0) credit for the calculation question. Specific instructions for each lab report will be given in Blackboard. It is your responsibility to send your lab report and other materials by the beginning of the next lab.

 

Lab reports have thinking questions on them to help you learn and understand the material. It is important that you take the time to deliberate on these critical-thinking questions. You can discuss questions with me during office hours. I may ask questions to help you figure out the answers. I do not accept late lab reports. Lab reports may be fillable PDF documents or Word documents or submitted through Blackboard. There may be additional attachments, such as hand-drawn graphs, which will have to be scanned and emailed to me using your ACC email or Blackboard. The file must be under 25 MG and sent no later than the due date and time.

 

Labs 13 and 15 are labs based on case studies. Other labs have case study activities. Each case study is worth 5 points and is due by the end of the lab period. You must be present in lab and actively participate to earn any credit for the case studies. There are no makeup case studies. If you are not present in a lab that has one or more case studies, your grade for each case study/studies will be zero (0).

 

(6) Safety Quiz:  There is a 20-point safety quiz in Blackboard for you to take after you have completed safety training. It is due by the beginning of the next lab period (see lab schedule). Completion of the safety quiz is required and is your verification that you have completed the mandatory safety training.

 

(7) Lab Practicals: There will be four lab practical exams during the semester, worth 60 points each, for a total of 240 points. See the schedule for specific dates. Each lab practical will test you over the material covered during the unit labs, including anatomical structures, slides, and physiology labs. Lab practicals over anatomical structures and slides focus on your ability to recognize and identify things (such as structures, slides, equipment) by sight.  There are no word banks for practicals and these questions will not be multiple choice. You will be expected to spell all terms correctly in order to receive full credit. 

 

Lab practicals also include questions that test you over the physiology labs covered in that unit. These questions will test you over the material from the lab and lab report. You may be tested over formulas, do calculations, interpret graphs, or answer critical-thinking questions based on the information covered in the physiology-based labs and lecture. Calculations must show the formula, show your work, and use dimensional analysis when converting units.

 

Exam policies described above also apply to lab practicals.  If you miss a lab practical and have a documented/accepted reason, a makeup lab practical will be given to you on the last Friday of the semester. This must be scheduled in advance. If you miss more than one lab practical, the makeup practical will substitute for one grade only. See more information in the section below.

 

Makeup Lecture Exams:  If you have a documented and accepted reason, you can miss one lecture exam and make it up. Makeup exams will be scheduled using ACC Online Live Proctoring. Go here for more information: Proctoring   You must schedule an appointment during the available time. Most makeup exams must be taken within one week of the original test deadline. Makeup exams are different from the original exam and are written exams. If you miss an exam, please contact the instructor by e-mail to schedule a makeup exam.

 

Makeup Lab Practicals:  You can miss one lab practical and make it up.  All makeup practicals will be given on the last Friday of the semester.  You need to schedule a makeup lab practical with the instructor in advance of the last week.  Makeup lab practicals are different from the original lab practical and the format is determined by the instructor. Ask if you have questions.

 

Taking Online Exams and Lab Practicals (Brief Summary)

This course requires the use of Respondus LockDown Browser with Monitor, webcam and microphone for online exams. The webcam can be built into your computer or can be the type that plugs in with a USB cable. Read the details about taking online exams, located on pages 20-23 of this syllabus in “Online Testing Information.”

 

Taking Exams and Lab Practicals for SAS Accommodations

Students with disabilities must contact an SAS office if special testing accommodations are needed.   Before making accommodations, I must first receive your letter of accommodation from SAS Accommodation letters must be received by the instructor no later than 5:00 pm on Thursday, February 4, in order to arrange accommodations for the first exam.

 

Extra Credit:  Exams and lab practicals usually have extra credit questions. You can also earn extra credit points for completing practice study activities for lab and lecture. These activities will be given by the instructor. For lab, you can complete practice lab quizzes that review anatomical structures and slides. (Each practice lab quiz is worth up to 1 point of extra credit, based on the percentage completed.). See the lab schedule and page 28 for opening dates. The deadline for each practice lab quiz is 11:59 pm on Sunday before the scheduled unit practical. For lecture extra credit, you can complete practice activities given during class (worth 3 extra credit points). Each practice activity will have a specific due date and may be due that day. There are no extensions on the deadlines for extra credit practice activities or practice lab quizzes.

 

Timely return of papers:  I will return graded papers within one week of submission. It usually takes me at least one week to grade lecture exams and lab practicals.

 

Attendance/Class Participation Policy:

This section is a synchronous course, which meets twice a week for lecture and lab. Course materials are posted on Blackboard for both lecture and lab. Students are expected to attend lecture and lab, communicate regularly with their instructor, and complete assignments and exams by the stated deadlines.

 

Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students. If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.  It is important for you to attend class if you wish to succeed.  You are expected to be on time and to stay in class until it is dismissed.  You are responsible for all materials, activities, assignments, or announcements covered in class and on Blackboard.  If you do miss a class, course materials (including assignments) will be found on Blackboard. You may be dropped from the course if you miss three (3) labs. You may be dropped from the course, at the instructor’s discretion, if you do not turn in three (3) lab reports If the event where classes are cancelled due to weather, pandemic, or other emergency, the student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor.

 

This is a rigorous, time-consuming course.  I expect you to be prepared for each lecture and lab class and to participate in all class activities.  I also expect you to be familiar with the concepts covered in A&P 1, including the material covered by the A&P Refresher Modules. Class time will not be used to review this material.  It is important for each student to participate actively in class activities to gain the most from them. So, jump in and get your hands on the stuff, engage your mind, talk and discuss. Passive behavior ¹ learning!

 

To pass the course (with a grade of 70% C), you should expect to spend at least 3-4 hours outside of class for every hour spent in class.  For this class, that means a minimum of 18-24 hours of quality study time outside of class per week to work through lectures, complete homework assignments and lab reports, read the textbook, prepare for and complete lab activities, study the material, and prepare for exams and lab practicals.  

 

 

Withdrawal Policy:

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he/she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date (see below).  The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises. Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veteran’s benefit, or international student status. Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count towards this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals. You can find more information about the “Rule of Three or Third Course Attempt” at Third Attempt.  Information about the “Texas Six Drop Rule” can be found at Six Course Limit

 

The last day to drop the class without a W on your transcript is February 3, 2021.  If you withdraw by this date, you do not have to worry about the six-course withdrawal rule.

 

The last day to withdraw for the semester (the Final Withdrawal Date) is April 26, 2021.  If you withdraw between February 4 and April 26, you will get a W on your transcript and it will count toward the six-course withdrawal limit.

 

Student-Initiated Withdrawal:

You are responsible for monitoring your progress in the course and determining if you need to withdraw.  You are responsible for the paperwork. If you decide to withdraw from the class, you will complete this activity through Online Services.  If you stop attending class and do not withdraw yourself from the course, you may end up with a course grade of F. Please make sure you withdraw from the course if you decide to drop.

 

Instructor-Initiated Withdrawal:

You will be withdrawn from the course if:

(1) I do not receive your signed student information sheets by the end of the 3^rd class period,

(2) I do not receive your A&P 1 completion proof by the end of the 2^nd class period.

(3) You have not verified that you have completed safety training by taking the safety quiz by the stated deadline,

(4) A student is disruptive in class, creating an environment that is not conducive for learning, or

(5) You do not attend three labs. Please be advised that labs will start 10 minutes after we complete the lecture for the day. This may be earlier or later than the stated start time for lab.

 

I reserve the right to drop students who: (1) stop attending class or (2) miss exams and/or lab practicals without scheduling and completing makeups or (3) do not turn in three lab reports.

 

Retroactive withdrawals will not be given in this class.  

Reinstatement Policy:  

If you are dropped from the class for these reasons, you will not be reinstated.

 

Incomplete Grade Policy: 

An incomplete (grade of I) will only be given for extenuating circumstances. What constitutes “extenuating circumstances” is left to the instructor’s discretion. If a grade of I is given, the remaining course work must be completed by a date set by the student and professor. The date may not be later than two weeks prior to the end of the following semester. A grade of I also requires completion and submission of the Incomplete Grade form, to be signed by the faculty member and student and submitted to the department chair.

 

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant. The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not. The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade.

 

1.       Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date. This meeting can occur virtually or in person. (For this class, it will be a virtual meeting.) The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

 

2.       The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name), and then email it to the student. The student will then complete his/her section (by typing in name and any other required information) and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement. A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits by the end of the semester.

 

3.       The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above. This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.

 

4.       Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.

 

5.       When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F.

 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.” Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.

 

Incomplete grades are rarely given in this class, will be given solely at my discretion, and only if a major emergency comes up towards the end of the semester after the withdrawal deadline.  Please be advised that you must have completed more than 70% of the course work and have a current C average (70%) on completed work. The reason for the incomplete grade request must occur after the official drop deadline for the semester. Also, once you receive an incomplete grade, it will not be converted into a withdrawal for any reason.

 

Tips on How to Succeed in This Class

• Make and use a study schedule. 
• Attend every class and be on time.  Don’t leave early. 
• Learn as you go. By the weekend, you should know the material covered that week.
• Use active learning.  Make flash cards or use the Cornell system of note taking. Quiz yourself. Make simple models or play toys to help you with concepts.
• Short study periods every day are much more effective than one long study session just before the exam. 
• Don’t start over at the beginning of the material every time you study. Start where you left off.  That way, you cover all material. 
• When you go back to study all material, flag problem areas with Post-It notes and keep reviewing.  Then, go back and study those flagged areas more intensively.
• Once you have learned a concept and understand it, don’t keep reviewing it again and again.  If you’ve got the concept, use your study time wisely to study something else.
• Use the lab reports and practice lab quizzes to review course materials.
• Study your homework and study questions. You can look over your homework by using My Grades in Bb. Use the paper-based homework as a final review.
• Don’t wait until the day before the exam to ask for help.  It’s too late at that point.
• Schedule a regular time to study lab materials. When you are studying for lab, you are simultaneously studying for lecture.
• Use tutors in the Learning Lab to help you with lecture materials.  You will find more information about tutoring here: Tutoring

 

Lab Safety

Health and safety are of paramount importance in classrooms, laboratories, and field activities. Students are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies.  Emergency Procedures posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom and should be reviewed at the beginning of each semester.  All incidents (injuries/illness/fire/property damage/near miss) should be immediately reported to the course instructor. Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case of an emergency can be found at Emergency

 

Everyone is expected to conduct themselves professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual may be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity and will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for disciplinary action.

 

Safety training is mandatory for all students. You must complete the safety training by the end of the first week and take a safety quiz to verify that you have completed safety training by the stated deadline. Otherwise, you will be withdrawn. If dropped for safety reasons, you will not be reinstated into the class.

Student Injury Insurance:

Students enrolled in lab and field courses are covered by student insurance if they are injured as a result of the lab or field activity.  The instructor will provide the student with the necessary forms and complete an injury report for the office of Environment, Health, Safety and Insurance.  There is a small deductible.  You are covered by a student accident insurance policy if you are physically injured by an accident during A&P lab that was caused by the lab activity.  See more information at: Student Insurance

 

 

Health & Safety Protocols

All ACC campuses and centers have one entrance for students and employees. The college is limiting facility access to faculty, essential staff, and students who are enrolled in Career and Technical Education courses.  Each person is required to take the following steps: 

 

1. Self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms using the ACC Health Screening App. There are three secure ways to use the app — 1) download it on your phone (recommended), 2) download the web link, or 3) you may use an iPad that is available at the door. It is easy to download and use. Answer a series of quick questions and the app will give you results. Save the results to show at the door upon entry. Get the app here at: https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/acc-health-screening-app

 

2. ACC ID badges or Student ID cards will be required for all employees and students upon entry. Employees and students must display their I.D. at all times.

 

3. Temperature checks will be conducted with a no-touch thermometer. If you have a fever 100 degrees Fahrenheit or greater, you will not be admitted to the building. 

 

4. ACC Health Screen App results will be requested at the door. If you are unable to download the app, an iPad will be provided at the door so that you may answer a series of questions to determine if you have COVID-19 symptoms which include:
      Cough
      Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
      Chills
      Repeated shaking with chills 
      Muscle pain
      Headache
      Sore throat
      Loss of taste or smell
      Diarrhea
      Fever
      Have you come into contact with anyone who tested positive for COVID-19 with 14         days?

 

If you do not pass the pre-screening, you will receive specific information on healthcare procedures and instructions for what you need to know to be able to return to campus.

 

5. Facial coverings/masks are required for anyone entering an ACC building. You must wear a facial covering/mask at all times. In private spaces such as an individual office, your facial covering may be removed if you are alone. These guidelines are consistent with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which makes clear that facial coverings and social distancing are among the most effective measures for limiting the spread of COVID-19. 

 

TIP—Students should arrive to campus early to ensure enough time to get through the screening line. 

 

On-Campus Protocols

• Wash and sanitize your hands prior to entering a classroom, office, or facility. Hand sanitizing stations, disinfecting wipes, soap, and water are readily available.
• Continue to practice good hygiene by washing your hands frequently for 20 seconds.
• Practice social distancing with all individuals by maintaining at least six feet of separation.
• Follow floor stickers that are placed throughout the campus to help guide social distancing in high traffic areas.
• A maximum of two people at a time will be allowed in elevators.
• Facial coverings/masks must remain on at all times. A facial covering may only be removed as allowed by the course safety plan (i.e., when alone in private spaces such as an individual office).
• For the safety of all who are on-campus, water fountains will be turned off, vending machines will have limited services, all food services will be suspended, and common area furniture will be removed. Please plan accordingly.

 

Classroom Protocols

• Schedules are staggered and courses have been divided into smaller sections to minimize contact with individuals.
• Seating for standard classrooms is limited to nine students and one instructor unless the classroom is deemed large enough to handle more by the Safety & Operations Office.
• Faculty will assign seats to students to keep them at a safe distance from one another. It's imperative that students follow seat assignments in order to track any contamination or the possible spread of COVID-19.
• Plexiguards are installed on faculty desks if there is not at least nine feet between the desk and the first row of students. 
• Once inside the classroom, facial coverings must continue to be worn.
• ACC encourages students to wipe down their desks before class begins. Supplies will be provided in each classroom.

 

Deep Cleaning Protocols

• ACC's Campus Operations Quality Control staff will regularly and frequently disinfect any and all high touch surfaces such as doorknobs, tables, chairs, and restrooms.
• Staff will disinfect classrooms as soon as classes are over.
• Students and employees will be reminded to disinfect personal electronics on a regular basis.
• Hand sanitizer will be available in or near every classroom.
• Sufficient disinfecting supplies are available to maintain hygienic standards throughout the day.
• These disinfectant procedures will occur after each class and at the end of every day.

 

Illness & Travel Protocols

• If you feel sick, feverish, or unwell, please do not come to campus or office.
• You will need to get tested for COVID-19 and report the results (positive or negative) to ACC's COVID-19 Liaison (see below). 
• If you become ill in the classroom or inside an ACC facility, you will be asked to go into an isolation room to take the state's online self-assessment.
• Isolation rooms are available on each campus and center with resources and information to help you learn about the next steps and where to go for a COVID-19 test. 
• All areas used by anyone who is sick or tests positive for COVID-19 will be immediately closed, waiting for the appropriate period of time before it is thoroughly deep cleaned, disinfected, and deemed safe to reopen. 
• If you have been in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 14 days, you must self-report. ACC's Self-Report form is available online.
• ACC has identified a primary COVID-19 Liaison responsible for communicating and coordinating with local health departments. Our liaison is Michael Garcia, Executive Director of Regulatory Affairs, sem-helpdesk@austincc.edu.

 

A training video is available here at: https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/health-and-safety-protocols

 

 

COLLEGE POLICIES

 

Campus Operations

To limit the spread of COVID-19, ACC campuses remain closed to all but faculty, essential staff, and students who are enrolled in certain Career and Technical Education courses. Face-to-face classes and services are limited.

 

Statement on Academic Integrity

Austin Community College values academic integrity in the educational process.  Acts of academic dishonesty/misconduct undermine the learning process, present a disadvantage to students who earn credit honestly, and subvert the academic mission of the institution. The potential consequences of fraudulent credentials raise additional concerns for individuals and communities beyond campus who rely on institutions of higher learning to certify students' academic achievements and expect to benefit from the claimed knowledge and skills of their graduates. Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, falsifying documents, or the inappropriate use of the college’s information technology resources.  Further information is available at Academic Integrity and Disciplinary Process

 

I treat acts of scholastic dishonesty following the policies outlined in the ACC Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process.   For information on those policies, see the link above.

 

Student Rights and Responsibilities
Students at ACC have the same rights and protections under the Constitution of the United States. These rights include freedom of speech, peaceful assembly, petition and association. As members of the community, students have the right to express their own views, but must also take responsibility for according the same rights to others and not interfere or disrupt the learning environment. Students are entitled to fair treatment, are expected to act consistently with the values of the college, and obey local, state and federal laws. Students Rights and Responsibilities

 

As a student of Austin Community College, you are expected to abide by the Student Standards of Conduct. Student Standards of Conduct

 

Senate Bill 212 and Title IX Reporting Requirements 

Under Senate Bill 212 (SB 212), the faculty and all College employees are required to report any information concerning incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking committed by or against an ACC student or employee. Federal Title IX law and College policy also require reporting incidents of sex- and gender-based discrimination and sexual misconduct. This means faculty and non-clinical counseling staff cannot keep confidential information about any such incidents that you share with them.

 

If you would like to talk with someone confidentiality, please contact the District Clinical Counseling Team who can connect you with a clinical counselor on any ACC campus:  (512) 223-2616, or to schedule online: Counseling. 

 

While students are not required to report, they are encouraged to contact the Compliance Office for resources and options:  Charlene Buckley, District Title IX Officer, (512) 223-7964, compliance@austincc.edu

 

If a student makes a report to a faculty member, the faculty member will contact the District Title IX Officer for follow-up.

 

Student Complaints

A defined process applies to complaints about an instructor or other college employee. You are encouraged to discuss concerns and complaints with college personnel and should expect a timely and appropriate response. When possible, students should first address their concerns through informal conferences with those immediately involved; formal due process is available when informal resolution cannot be achieved.

 

Student complaints may include (but are not limited to) issues regarding classroom instruction, college services and offices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or disability.

 

Further information about the complaints process, including the form used to submit complaints, is available at: Student Complaint Procedures

 

Statement on Privacy

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects confidentiality of students’ educational records. Grades cannot be provided by faculty over the phone, by e-mail, or to a fellow student. Class grades will be posted in Blackboard.

 

Recording Policy

To ensure compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student recording of class lectures or other activities is generally prohibited without the explicit written permission of the instructor and notification of other students enrolled in the class section.  Exceptions are made for approved accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

 

Recording of lectures and other class activities may be made by faculty to facilitate instruction, especially for classes taught remotely through BlackBoard Collaborate or another platform.  Participation in such activities implies consent for the student to be recorded during the instructional activity.  Such recordings are intended for educational and academic purposes only.

 

Safety Statement

Health and safety are of paramount importance in classrooms, laboratories, and field activities. Students are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies.  Emergency Procedures posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom and should be reviewed at the beginning of each semester.  All incidents (injuries/illness/fire/property damage/near miss) should be immediately reported to the course instructor. Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case of an emergency can be found at Emergency

 

Everyone is expected to conduct themselves professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual may be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity and will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for disciplinary action.

 

In the event of disruption of normal classroom activities due to an emergency situation or a continuing illness outbreak, the format for this course may be modified to enable completion of the course. In that event, students will be provided an addendum to the class syllabus that will supersede the original version.

 

Campus Carry

The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors.  Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the college’s concealed handgun policy. 

   

It is the responsibility of license holders to conceal their handguns at all times.  Persons who see a handgun on campus are asked to contact the ACC Police Department by dialing 512-223-7999.   Please refer to the concealed handgun policy online at Campus Carry

 

Discrimination Prohibited

The College seeks to maintain an educational environment free from any form of discrimination or harassment including but not limited to discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

 

Faculty at the College are required to report concerns regarding sexual misconduct (including all forms of sexual harassment and sex and gender-based discrimination) to the Manager of Title IX/Title VI/ADA Compliance.  Licensed clinical counselors are available across the District and serve as confidential resources for students.

 

Additional information about Title VI, Title IX, and ADA compliance can be found in the ACC Compliance Resource Guide available at: ACC Compliance Resource Guide   

 

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify students of any college- related emergencies using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Information about ACC email accounts, including instructions for accessing it, are available at: ACCmail Q&A

 

Use of the Testing Center

All testing is currently online.  While campuses are closed, exams for courses will be online tests that students can take from home.  For more information about online testing at ACC, visit the Online Testing resource page: ACC Online Testing   

 

This course will use Respondus LockDown Browser with Monitor to proctor all scheduled exams and lab practicals. Students must download Respondus LockDown Browser and follow the instructions, as explained on pages 20-23 of this syllabus. Makeup exams will be scheduled through ACC Online Live Proctoring.

 

ACC Policy Concerning Copyrighted Materials

All class materials provided on ACC web pages, electronic reserves, on diskette, and in printed form are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the written consent of the copyright holder. This may be the instructor, ACC, or a publisher.  Reproduction consists of photocopying, scanning and copying files, or posting on a server or web site.  For more information about ACC’s policy on copyright material, go to Copyright   Students registered for this section have permission to print one copy of the course materials for personal use. No permission is given for posting any course materials on websites.

 

 

 

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

 

The success of our students is paramount, and ACC offers a variety of support services to help, as well as providing numerous opportunities for community engagement and personal growth.

Student Support

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these campus services and resources is available at Students.  A comprehensive array of student support services is available online at: Remote Student Support

 

Student Accessibility Services

Students with documented disabilities who need academic or other accommodations must request them through the office Student Accessibility Services (SAS).   SAS offices are located at each major campus.  Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester; otherwise, the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  Students who have received approval for accommodations from SAS for this course must provide the instructor with the document titled “Notice of Approved Accommodations” from SAS before accommodations will be provided. Accommodations will not be provided retroactively.  Arrangements by the instructor for academic accommodations can only be made after he or she receives the “Notice of Approved Accommodations” from the student.

 

Additional information about Student Accessibility Services is available at SAS/Assistive Technology

 

 

Academic Support

ACC offers academic support services on all of its campuses. These services, which include online tutoring, academic coaching, and supplemental instruction, are free to enrolled ACC students. Tutors are available in a variety of subjects ranging from accounting to pharmacology. Students may receive these services on both a drop-in and referral basis. 

 

An online tutor request can be made here: Online Tutoring Request

 

Additional tutoring information can be found here: Online Tutoring

 

 

Library Services

ACC Library Services is operating online while campuses are closed during the current pandemic. Libraries contine to support ACC courses and programs and provide students with research and assignment assistance from expert faculty librarians. ACC students have full rights and privileges to access Library Services online 24/7 via the ACC Library website and students must use their ACCeID logins to access all online materials, including ebooks, articles from library databases, and streaming videos.   ACC Libraries also provide an “Ask a Librarian” service, which allows students to reach a librarian 24/7 through online chat or complete an online form for in-depth questions. Faculty librarians are available via email and virtually to meet with you by appointment seven days a week. Students can contact the Library for questions about their library account, registration holds, and technology/device distribution options.

 

• Library Website: Library Website
• Library Information & Services during COVID-19: Library Information & Services COVID-19
• Ask a Librarian 27/7 chat and form: Ask a Librarian
• Library Hours of Operation by Location: Library Hours of Operation
• Email: library@austincc.edu

 

Student Organizations

ACC has over seventy student organizations, offering a variety of cultural, academic, vocational, and social opportunities.  They provide a chance to meet with other students who have the same interests, engage in service-learning, participate in intramural sports, gain valuable field experience related to career goals, and much else.  Student Life coordinates many of these activities, and additional information is available at Office of Student Life.

 

Personal Support

Resources to support students are available at every campus. To learn more, ask your professor or visit the campus Support Center. All resources and services are free and confidential. Some examples include, among others:

  

• Food resources including community pantries and bank drives can be found here:

Central Texas Food Bank

• Assistance with childcare or utility bills is available at any campus Support Center: Support Center.
• The Student Emergency Fund can help with unexpected expenses that may cause you to withdraw from one or more classes: Student Emergency Fund.
• Help with budgeting for college and family life is available through the Student Money Management Office: Student Money Management Office  

A full listing of services for student parents is available at: Child Care

• The CARES Act Student Aid will help eligible students pay expenses related to COVID-19: 

                                    Cares Act Student Aid  (Update: CARES Act Funds are no longer available.)

 

Mental health counseling services are available throughout the ACC Student Services District to address personal and or mental health concerns:  Counseling

 

If you are struggling with a mental health or personal crisis, call one of the following numbers to connect with resources for help. However, if you are afraid that you might hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 immediately.

 

Free Crisis Hotline Numbers:

• Austin / Travis County 24 hour Crisis & Suicide hotline: 512-472-HELP (4357)
• The Williamson County 24 hour Crisis hotline: 1-800-841-1255
• Bastrop County Family Crisis Center hotline: 1-888-311-7755
• Hays County 24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 1-877-466-0660
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• Crisis Text Line: Text “home” to 741741
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline:   1-800-662-HELP (4357)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline:1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

 

 

Illness

Any ACC student or employee with symptoms or exposure to the COVID-19 virus should inform their professor(s) or supervisor and complete the college’s self-reporting form: Self Reporting Form  

 

 

BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology 2 - ONL Testing Information

 

Be sure to review this entire document. You are responsible for all information in this document. Please be aware that you cannot take an exam on a smartphone.

 

 

I.        Taking Your Exam with Respondus Monitor

 

We will use Respondus LockDown Browser with Monitor for online exams. This requires a webcam and a working microphone. The webcam can be built into your computer or can be the type that plugs in with a USB cable. Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser and the webcam feature. A student Quick Start Guide is also available.

 

Lockdown Browser will prevent you from accessing other websites or applications; you will be unable to exit the test until all questions are completed and submitted. Monitor will record your audio and video while you take the exam.

 

Technical Requirements for Respondus Monitor:

• You will need a web camera with a minimum of 640x480 resolution, a working internal or external microphone, Windows 10, 8, 7 OR Mac OS X 10.12 or higher OR iPad 10.0+ with LMS integration, 1024 MB of RAM, and a broadband internet connection.
• Respondus monitor does not work with ChromeBooks or smartphones.

 

⇒ DO THIS NOW: Download Lockdown Browser

• On a computer, download and install LockDown Browser from this link: Download Respondus LockDown Browser
• If using an iPad, you must download the iPad Edition of "LockDown Browser" (available from the Apple App Store).

 

Student Technology Form

• If you do not have the appropriate equipment, you can request an iPad or other technology from ACC.  Fill out the Student Technology Form: iPad Request Form  More information can be found under the Virtual Student Support Services at this site: ACC Coronavirus

 

 

II.       Taking a Makeup Exam with ACC Online Live Proctoring

If you miss a lecture exam, you will have to take your makeup exam with ACC Online Proctoring.  Go here for more information: ACC Online Proctoring

• You will have to schedule your exam at least 5 days in advance. You must submit a request form for each test that you need to schedule. You will be asked to provide three preferred windows of availability for a test session.
• ACC Testing Center personnel will monitor the student live through Google Meet while the student takes the exam. You must have a webcam and microphone.
• You will have to schedule your exams during the available times. Live proctoring is only available at select times. Click on the link above for complete details.

 

III. Testing Guidelines

 

When taking an online exam using Respondus Monitor, follow these guidelines:

• Ensure you’re in a location where you won’t be interrupted
• Turn off all other devices (e.g. tablets, phones, second computers, smart watches) and place them outside of your reach
• During exams, you may not wear headphones or smartwatches
• Clear your desk of all external materials not permitted: books, papers, notes, other devices
• When you open Respondus Monitor using Lockdown Browser, you will run through a ‘Startup Sequence’. You will perform a thorough environment check.
  • Watch this YouTube video that explains how to do a good Respondus environment check: Respondus Environment Check Tutorial
  • During your environment check you need to show your full workspace including the desk or surface where you are taking the exam and the walls surrounding your workspace.
  • In order to get a good environment check video, please take time for your webcam to focus. Make sure you are not showing the ceiling or the floor. I need to see your workspace and the surrounding environment. If you do not have a good environment check, you may receive a grade of zero on the exam.
  • You can watch your environment check video before continuing with your exam. If it is not a good environment check video, you can redo it at this time.
• Before starting the test, make sure you have allotted enough time to complete it. You should allow a minimum of one hour to take exams for this class and it may take longer. You must complete the exam at one sitting.
• Remain at your computer for the duration of the test. You cannot walk away from your computer while taking the exam. If you do leave, your exam will be terminated at that time and you will not receive credit for any questions answered after that point. If you need to plug in your laptop, then face the camera and clearly explain what you are doing. If there is a problem, send me an email of explanation after your exam is over.
• If the computer or networking environment is different than what was used previously with the Webcam Check and System & Network Check in LockDown Browser, run the checks again prior to starting the test
• To produce a good webcam video, do the following:
  • Do not wear baseball caps or hats with brims
  • Ensure your computer or tablet is on a firm surface (a desk or table). Do NOT have the computer on your lap, a bed, or other surfaces where the device (or you) are likely to move
  • If using a built-in webcam, avoid tilting the screen after the webcam setup is complete. If your face is not visible in the video, your exam may not be graded and you will receive a grade of zero on the exam.
  • Take the exam in a well-lit room and avoid backlighting, such as sitting with your back to a window
  • Do not wear headphones. If you are wearing headphones, your exam will not be graded, and you will receive a zero on the exam.
  • No smart phones or cell phones or second screens/computers allowed.
  • No talking to other people in the room
  • Your microphone must be on. If your microphone is off or does not work, you will not receive credit for the exam.
  • Wear acceptable clothing as if you were going out in public. You will be recorded while taking the exam and a video will be produced. Please be aware that other people may view your video under certain circumstances (such as a problem with scholastic dishonesty).
  • All exams are closed-book exams. You are expected to take the exam without using any resources (such as study guide, textbook, or internet sources)

 

If something unusual happens during your exam (e.g. you are interrupted by another person, you leave your computer for some reason), please email me and provide an explanation of the situation. The instructor will decide whether to grade your exam or not, based on the situation.

 

If you encounter any technical difficulties before starting the exam, you can reach out to Respondus here.

 

If you encounter any technical difficulties during the exam, please reach out to me and let me know ASAP.

• If you encounter technical difficulties more than once or there are any errors in processing your exam videos due to your internet connection, you may be required to take your exams using ACC’s Online Proctoring services.

 

⇒ DO THIS NOW: Take the Respondus Monitor Practice Quiz

• Open LockDown Browser, log into Blackboard and select this course.
• Locate and select the Help Center button on the LockDown Browser toolbar.
• Run the Webcam Check and, if necessary, resolve any issues.
• Run the System & Network Check. If a problem is indicated, see if a solution is provided in the Knowledge Base. Troubleshooting information can also be emailed to our institution’s help desk.
• Exit the Help Center and locate the practice quiz named ‘Respondus Monitor Practice Quiz’ under the ‘Exam’ folder on Blackboard.
• Take the practice quiz following the guidelines listed above.

• Upon completing and submitting the practice quiz, exit LockDown Browser.
• This is how you will complete your future lecture exams.
• Your instructor will review your environment check video. If there are any problems, your instructor will send you an email or ask you to meet online to discuss solutions.
• Please be aware that this is the only way that you will receive feedback about your environment video or exam video before your first exam. If you do not take the practice quiz and your environment video or exam video is not acceptable, you may receive a grade of zero (0) on your exam or lab practical.

 

 

IV. Cheating and Consequences of Cheating

 

Please treat online exams the same way you would treat in-person exams or exams completed in the testing center. You may not use the internet, any study guide or textbook, your notes, any other student or person, your phone, your smartwatch or any other portable devices. Plagiarism (including copying/pasting answers) is considered cheating.

 

You may not copy or share exam questions. This includes sharing them with any other student or posting them online. If you are caught doing so, I will consider this to be cheating. If you are caught cheating, you will receive an automatic zero. I may give you a zero in the course and report the incident of academic dishonesty for disciplinary action. More information here.

 

 

V. So how will our exams work?

 

Lecture exams and lab practicals will be timed. Exam questions will be presented to you all at once. Exams are available during the dates indicated on the course schedule. You will be recorded (audio and video) during exams. You must have your webcam and microphone turned on and working while you are being recorded.

 

It may take 12-24 hours for these videos to be processed by Blackboard. After completing the exam and video processing is complete, I will review the exam video. If there are any issues, I will reach out to you. If you know there was an issue during the exam, please send me an email immediately after the exam and explain the situation.

 

I will then grade the exam. Once you see a grade for the exam you completed, you know there were no problems with the procedure or the video. 

 

 

VI. Common Student Questions and Answers

 

1. When I go to take an exam using Respondus Monitor, it asks for a password. What am I doing wrong?

• If it asks you for a password, you are not using Lockdown Browser. Open Lockdown Browser, log into Blackboard, and go to our course page. You should be able to open the exam.

 

2.  It is time for the first exam, and I cannot find the exam in Blackboard. What happened?

• Did you miss the deadline for the exam? If it is past the deadline, it is too late to take the exam and you will receive a grade of zero for the exam.

           

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A&P 2 Lecture Schedule

Spring 2021

Date	Lecture Topic	Readings in Textbook
Jan 20	Syllabus Endocrine 1	Chapter 16
Jan 25	Endocrine 2 Narrated Endocrine 3	Chapter 16
Jan 27	Endocrine 4A Narrated Endocrine 4B	Chapter 18 (670-687)
Feb 1	Cardiovascular: Narrated Heart Anatomy Heart Anatomy Review Start Blood 1A	Chapter 17
Feb 3	Narrated Blood 1B-1D Narrated CV Blood 2 Hemopoiesis Narrated CV Blood 3: Hemostasis	Chapter 17
Feb 8	Exam 1
Feb 10	Cardiovascular: Heart Physiology 1	Chapter 18
Feb 15	Heart Physiology 2 Narrated Cardiac Cycle Heart Physiology 3	Chapter 18
Feb 17	Finish Heart Physiology 3 CV: Blood Vessels 1 Anatomy	Chapter 19
Feb 22	Blood Vessels 2 Physiology	Chapter 19
Feb 24	Blood Vessels 3 Physiology	Chapter 19
Mar 1	Blood Vessels 4 Physiology	Chapter 19
Mar 3	Finish Blood Vessels 4 Physiology Narrated Lymphatic System	Chapter 20
Mar 8	Exam 2
Mar 10	Narrated Respiratory System 1A Anatomy Respiratory 1B Overview of Resp System	Chapter 22
Mar 15-21	College is closed for Spring Break
Mar 22	Respiratory System 2 Ventilation Narrated Ventilation-Perfusion Matching	Chapter 22
Mar 24	Respiratory System 3 Gas Exchange and Gas Transport	Chapter 22
Mar 29	Narrated Respiratory System 4 Control of Ventilation	Chapter 22
Mar 31	Digestive System 1 Overview Narrated Digestive System 2 Anatomy of Digestive Organs	Chapter 23
Apr 5	Digestive System 3 Functions Narrated Dig System 4A1 GI Hormones Digestive System 4A2 Digestion/Absorption Narrated Dig Sys 4B: Ions/H2O/Vitamins	Chapter 23
Apr 7	Finish Digestive System 4A2 Narrated Urinary System Anatomy	Chapter 25
Apr 12	Exam 3
Apr 14	Urinary System 2 Renal Physiology 1	Chapter 25
Apr 19	Urinary System 3 Renal Physiology 2	Chapter 25
Apr 21	Finish Urinary System 3 Physiology 2 Acid Base Balance	Chapters 25 and 26
Apr 26	Narrated Fluid Balance Start Reproductive System 1	Chapters 26 and 27
Apr 28	Reproductive System 1 Narrated Male Anatomy Narrated Female Anatomy	Chapter 27
May 3	Reproductive System 2 Male Physiology Start Reproductive 3 Female Physiology	Chapter 27
May 5	Reproductive System 3 Female Physiology	Chapter 27
May 10	Exam 4
May 12	Final

 

Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester. Any changes will

be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement

or sent out as an email through Blackboard.

ACC is closed on Easter Sunday, April 4

 

                                            

A&P 2 Lab Schedule

Spring 2021

Date	Lab Topic	Other Information
Jan 20	Lab 1: Safety Training Endocrine Anatomy	Safety quiz due Jan 27 * Practice lab quiz 1
Jan 27	Lab 2: Heart anatomy Case Study #1	Safety quiz due today * Practice lab quiz 2
Feb 3	Lab 3: Blood anatomy & Hematology lab (physiology lab)	Lab report due Feb 10 * Practice lab quiz 3
Feb 10	Practical 1 Lab 4: Blood pressure & pulse (physiology)	Lab report due Feb 17
Feb 17	Lab 5: Cardiac lab (physiology)	Lab report due Feb 24
Feb 24	Lab 6: EKG lab (physiology) Case Study #2	Lab report due Mar 3
Mar 3	Lab 7: Blood vessels and lymphatic anatomy	* Practice lab quiz 7
Mar 10	Practical 2 Lab 8: Respiratory anatomy	* Practice lab quiz 8
Mar 24	Lab 9: Respiratory physiology (physiology)	Lab report due Mar 31
Mar 31	Lab 10: Digestive system anatomy	* Practice lab quiz 10
Apr 7	Lab 11: Urinary system anatomy	* Practice lab quiz 11
Apr 14	Practical 3 Lab 12:  Urinalysis lab (physiology)	Lab report due Apr 21
Apr 21	Lab 13: Case Study Lab (Case study #3 and #4)	Need textbook in lab
Apr 28	Lab 14: Reproductive system anatomy	* Practice lab quiz 14
May 5	Lab 15: Case Study Lab (Case study #5 and #6)	Need textbook in lab
May 12	Practical 4
May 14	Makeup Practicals on Friday	(Advance scheduling)

Lab reports are due by the beginning of the next lab (7:00 pm).

You must be present in lab and actively participate to earn credit for case studies.

This schedule is a tentative schedule and may change. See Blackboard for changes.

 

 

A&P 2 Homework Schedule

Spring 2021

 

Homework	Points	Opens	Deadline
Homework #1 Endocrine	10	Jan 20	Feb 1, 11:59 pm
Homework #2 Heart anatomy	10	Jan 20	Feb 3, 11:59 pm
Homework #3 Blood	10	Jan 20	Saturday, Feb 6 11:59 pm
Homework #4 Heart physiology	10	Feb 10	Feb 22, 11:59 pm
Homework #5 Blood vessel anatomy	10	Feb 10	Feb 24, 11:59 pm
Homework #6 Blood vessel physiology	10	Feb 10	Mar 3, 11:59 pm
Homework #7 Lymphatic	10	Feb 10	Saturday Mar 6, 11:59 pm
Homework #8 Respiratory anatomy	10	Mar 8	Mar 24, 11:59 pm
Homework #9 Respiratory physiology	10	Mar 8	Mar 31, 11:59 pm
Homework #10 Digestive anatomy	10	Mar 8	Apr 5, 11:59 pm
Homework #11 Digestive physiology	10	Mar 8	Saturday, Apr 10, 11:59 pm
Homework #12 Renal anatomy	10	Mar 8	Saturday Apr 10, 11:59 pm
Homework #13 Renal physiology	10	Apr 14	Apr 26, 11:59 pm
Homework #14 Fluid/Acid-Base	10	Apr 14	May 3, 11:59 pm
Homework #15 Male reproductive	10	Apr 14	Saturday, May 8, 11:59 pm
Homework #16 Female reproductive	10	Apr 14	Saturday, May 8, 11:59 pm

The last homework(s) of a unit will be due by 11:59 pm on the Saturday before the exam. Please pay careful attention to the deadline date and time.

Please note this is the planned schedule for homework. Any changes will be posted as a Blackboard announcement or emailed to students through Blackboard.

 

 

A&P 2 Practice Quiz Schedule

Spring 2021

 

Extra Credit Practice Quiz	Opens	Deadline
Practice Quiz Lab 1 Endocrine	Jan 20	Sunday Feb 7, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 2 Heart	Jan 27	Sunday Feb 7, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 3 Blood Cells	Feb 3	Sunday Feb 7, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 7 Blood Vessels and Lymphatic	Mar 3	Sunday Mar 7, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 8 Respiratory System Anatomy	Mar 10	Sunday Apr 11, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 10 Digestive System Anatomy	Mar 31	Sunday Apr 11, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz 11 Urinary System Anatomy	Apr 7	Sunday Apr 11, 11:59 pm
Practice Quiz Lab 14 Reproductive System Anatomy	Apr 28	Sunday May 9, 11:59 pm

 

The practice quiz(quizzes) of a unit will be due by 11:59 pm on the Sunday before the practical. Please pay careful attention to the deadline date and time.

 

You can earn up to 1 point of extra credit for each completed practice quiz. If you do not complete the practice quiz, you will receive partial credit for questions that you try to answer appropriately. Extra credit points will be entered at the end of the semester.