This document provides a syllabus for the BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I course taught by Dr. Matt Pearcy from August 20th through December 10th, 2012. The course will cover topics including cells, tissues, the integumentary, muscular, skeletal and nervous systems. Assessments will include seven closed book exams, seven quizzes and 21 lab assignments. The grading criteria and tentative class and lab schedules are also outlined.

1. BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Course:
(CRN #34787)
SYLLABUS Instructor: Dr. Matt Pearcy
Your Course Learning Plan
Time August 20th through December 10th (Fall 2012)
Frame:
A. Instructor Contact and Communications
Phone: 928-649-5486
E-mail address: Matt.Pearcy@yc.edu
Skype address: mattpearcy
Office Location: VC.M 208
Office Hours: Office hours will be held Monday from 12:00pm to 2:00pm, Tuesday
from 8:00am to 9:00am and on Wednesday from 8:00am to 10:00am.
Classroom location: Monday and Wednesday from 2:00pm to 4:45pm in VC.L-106
B. General Course Information
Credit hours: 4.0
Course description: BIO 201 explores the structure and function of the human body.
Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary, muscular, skeletal, and
nervous systems.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: BIO 156 (Preferred), or BIO 100 or BIO 181. Three lecture; Three lab.
Course purpose: To gain an understanding of the human body and how it functions.
Textbooks, software, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (13th edition) by G. Tortora and
supplies, equipment and B. Derrickson and Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology
tools: (4th edition) by C. Allen and V. Harper
C. Course Content and Outcomes
Course content: 1. Anatomical terms and homeostasis
2. Cytological and histological anatomy and functions
3. Integumentary system
4. Anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system
5. Axial and appendicular skeleton, joints
6. Anatomy and physiology of the muscular system

2. 7. Gross and microscopic anatomy of muscles
8. Muscle contraction
9. Anatomy and physiology of the nervous system
10. The central and peripheral nervous systems
11. The automatic nervous system
12. The senses
Learning outcomes: 1. Identify the parts of a typical cell and describe their function and
structure.
2. Identify and describe the four basic tissue types, their anatomy and
functions.
3. Describe the anatomy and functions of the integumentary system.
4. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal
system.
5. Identify and describe the anatomy of joints, axial and appendicular
skeletal systems.
6. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the muscular
system.
7. Identify and describe the gross and microscopic anatomy of muscles.
8. Describe the biological processes involved in muscle contraction.
9. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system.
10. Describe and identify brain and spinal cord anatomy and reflexes.
11. Describe the biological processes involved in the nerve impulse.
12. Describe and identify the anatomy and physiology autonomic
nervous system.
13. Describe and identify the anatomy and physiology of the senses.
14. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the systems of the human body.
15. Identify the broad themes that unify studying the systems of the
body.
16. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical representation of
physiological data and anatomical structures.
17. Use the tools and equipment necessary for scientific analysis and
research on physiological data and anatomical structures.
18. Record the results of investigation through writing.
Assessments: The assessments for the class will include seven closed book exams as
well as a closed book comprehensive final exam. The final exam will
cover the material from the entire semester. There will be seven closed
book quizzes. Also, lab assignments will be completed weekly.

3. Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:
7 exams at 60 pts. apiece……………………………………..420 pts.
1 comprehensive final exam………………………………….200 pts.
Quizzes
7 quizzes at 20 points apiece…………………………………140 pts.
Labs
21 at 15 pts. apiece………………………………...………...315 pts.
1, 075 pts.
The grades from the six highest regular exams will be used to calculate
the final grades. So the letter grades will be assigned using the points
below. Disregarding the lowest exam brings the point total to 1,015
points for the class.
A = 913 – 1015 pts. B = 812 – 912 pts. C = 710 – 811 pts. D = 609 –
709 pts. F ≤ 608 pts.
Labs: Labs will be graded based on the quality and completeness of the lab.
Exams: The exams will be closed book.
Quizzes: The quizzes will cover the material covered in both the lecture and lab
portion of the class.
Absences: There are no make-ups allowed for labs or quizzes. Exams can be made
up with instructor permission only. If the student misses an exam the
excuse must be accompanied by documentation. (ie, Doctor’s excuse)
No extra credit work is allowed.
Student Resources (as applicable)
Library services: Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the Verde
Valley Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide
library network, which provides access to a wide-range of information
and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County. Possession of a
College library card entitles students to access materials housed at
member libraries. Instructors may place required course materials on
reserve in the library or make assignments that require the use of library
resources.
Learning Centers: A Learning Center is available on the Prescott and Verde Valley
Campuses. These centers provide a variety of learning support for
students including tutoring, adaptive computer and equipment for
students with disabilities, and a networked general computer lab.
Tutoring: Call for details: Prescott 776-2085 or Verde Valley 634-6562

4. Online resources and Online writing tutoring for any academic subject is available at
services: www2.yc.edu/content/learningcenters
Instructor Procedures and Institution Policies
Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings,
laboratories, and field trips. A student who expects to be absent due to
another school-sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must
make prior arrangements with the instructor. All course work must be
made up as directed by the instructor. A student who does not adhere to
instructor and College attendance requirements may be dropped from
the course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.
Course withdrawal: After the drop/add period closes, students may withdraw until the
deadline for student-initiated withdrawals. Withdrawals result in a "W"
on the permanent transcript.
For semester-length classes 14 weeks in length or longer, the withdrawal
deadline is November 1 in the Fall semester, April 1 in the Spring
semester.
For classes of 4 days to 14 weeks in length, withdrawals are permitted
until the class is 50 percent completed.
For classes of 1-3 days in length, withdrawals are permitted until the
class is 50 percent completed.
A "Y" is noted on the permanent transcript for an administrative
withdrawal. More information can be obtained from the Admissions &
Registration Office.
Academic integrity: Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning
environment. The presentation of another individual’s work as one’s
own or the act of seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating,
plagiarism or other dishonest means are violations of the College’s
“Student Code of Conduct.” Definitions of plagiarism, cheating, and
violation of copyright and penalties for violation are available in the
Yavapai College General Catalog. All cell phones must be stowed
before beginning an assessment. The presence of a cell phone on a
student’s desk during an assessment will be construed as cheating and
the student will receive an F for the class. Any instance of academic
dishonesty/cheating will result in the student receiving an F in the class.
Student code of conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are
fundamental expectations for every student. The “Student Code of
Conduct” outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for
responding to allegations of student misconduct.
Disability support services: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services
to students with documented disabilities. Academic support services or
accommodations for mobility impaired students must be arranged
through the ADA Coordinator (Prescott Campus: 928.776.2079 or

5. Verde Valley Campus: (928.634.6563).
Cell phone and pager: Yavapai College is committed to providing a quality learning
environment. All cell phones and pagers must be placed in a non-
audible mode while in classrooms, computer labs, the library, the
learning center, and testing areas. Cell phones and pagers must be used
outside these facilities.
Preventing Harassment: Students are expected to respond and write in a professional and
appropriate manner when activities are assigned to create scenarios,
discuss opinions, present on a selected subject, or post to a web board.
Inappropriate language or objectionable material will not be tolerated
and could result in a failing grade for the class. Students and faculty
each have responsibility for maintain an appropriate learning
environment. Students who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards
may be subject to discipline. Faculty have the professional
responsibility to treat all students with understanding, dignity and
respect, to guide classroom discussion and to set reasonable limits on the
manner in which they and their students express opinions. Professional
courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to
individuals and topics dealing with differences of race, culture, religion,
politics, sexual orientation, gender variance and nationalities. All
correspondence between instructor and students and between individual
students must be of a professional nature. Any inappropriate language
(profanity) or correspondence of a threatening or harassing nature will
result in the student being immediately dropped from the class.

6. BIO 201 Fall 2012 Tentative Class Schedule
The general course content and learning outcomes addressed for each class is listed below. The topics covered
will include, but are not limited to, the content listed below. I reserved the right to change the contents listed
below. If the content is changed I will issue a new syllabus and syllabus agreement form to insure that all
students are aware of the changes. The following learning outcomes will be addressed every week: use
scientific reasoning to evaluate the systems of the body, identify the broad themes that unify studying the
systems of the body, interpret the numerical and/or graphical representation of physiological data and
anatomical structures, Use the tools and equipment necessary for scientific analysis and research on
physiological data and anatomical structures and record the results of investigation through writing.
Week Due Dates Topic
1 Chapters 1
Course Content: Anatomical terms and homeostasis.
Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15
2 Quiz #1 is August 29th Chapter 3
Course Content: Cytological and histological anatomy and
functions.
Learning Outcomes: 3, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
3 Exam #1 is September 5th Chapter 4
Course Content: Cytological and histological anatomy and
functions.
Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 15, 17, 18
4 Quiz #2 is September 12th Chapter 5
Course Content: Integumentary system.
Learning Outcomes: 3, 14, 15, 17, 18
5 Exam #2 is September 19th Chapter 6
Course Content: Anatomy and Physiology of the skeletal
system.
Learning Outcomes: 4, 14, 15, 17, 18
6 Quiz #3 is due September Chapter 7
26th Course Content: Axial and appendicular skeleton, joints.
Learning Outcomes: 5, 14, 15, 17, 18
7 Exam #3 is October 3rd Chapters 8 and 9
Course Content: Axial and appendicular skeleton, joints.
Learning Outcomes: 5, 14, 15, 17, 18
8 Quiz #4 is October 10th Chapter 10

7. Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the muscular
system. Gross and microscopic anatomy of muscles. Muscle
contraction.
Learning Outcomes: 7, 8, 14, 15, 17, 18
9 Exam #4 is October 17th Chapter 11
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the muscular
system. Gross and microscopic anatomy of muscles.
Learning Outcomes: 7, 14, 15, 17, 18
10 Quiz #5 is October 24th Chapter 12
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system.
Learning Outcomes: 9, 14, 15, 17, 18
11 Exam #5 is October 31st Chapter 13
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system.
Learning Outcomes: 9, 14, 15, 17, 18
12 Quiz #6 is November 7th Chapter 14
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system. The central and peripheral nervous system.
Learning Outcomes: 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18
13 Exam #6 is November 14th Chapter 15
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system. The automatic nervous system.
Learning Outcomes: 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18
14 Chapter 16
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the nervous
system. The central and peripheral nervous system.
Learning Outcomes: 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18
15 Quiz #7 is November 28th Chapter 17
Course Content: The senses.
Learning Outcomes: 13, 14, 15, 17, 18
16 Exam #7 is December 5th
17 Final Exam is December
10th

8. BIO 201 Tentative Lab Schedule for Fall 2012
Week Due Dates Topic Covered
1 Anatomical Language (pg. 1)
2 Organ Systems and Body Cavities (pg. 13)
Compound Light Microscope (pg. 23)
3 Cell Structure and Cell Cycle (pg. 31)
Transport Across the Plasma Membrane (pg. 41)
4 Tissues (pg. 51) and Handout
5 Integumentary System Structure and Function (pg. 83)
6 Bone Structure and Function (pg. 95)
7 Axial Skeleton (pg. 105)
8 Appendicular Skeleton (pg. 137)
9 Joints and Synovial Joint Movements (pg. 159)
10 Skeletal Muscle Structure (pg. 173)
Contraction of Skeletal Muscle (pg. 185)
11 Muscle Handout
12 Nervous Tissue (pg. 253)
13 Spinal Cord Structure and Function (pg. 267)
14 Spinal Nerves (pg. 277)
Brain Structure and Function (pg. 297)
15 Cranial Nerves (pg.321)
General Senses (pg. 343)
16 Special Senses (pg. 357