This document provides the syllabus for a Human Anatomy and Physiology II course taught by Dr. Matt Pearcy in Fall 2012. The class will cover the structure and function of major body systems including reproductive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, and digestive. Assessments will include 7 exams, 7 quizzes, and 15 lab assignments. The course runs from August 20th through December 10th and meets on Tuesdays from 11:00am to 1:45pm.

1. BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (CRN
Course: #34788)
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: Tuesdays from 11:00am to 1:45pm in VC.L 106.
B. General Course Information
Credit hours: 4.0
Course description: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits). The class material
covers the structure and function of the human body. Specific topics
include reproductive, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, and
digestive systems.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite: BIO 201 and Reading Proficiency
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. Anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands
2. Hormonal actions
3. Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system
4. Anatomy and physiology of blood
5. Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system
6. Anatomy and physiology of the immune system

2. 7. Fetal membranes and blood circulation
8. Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system
9. Metabolism
10. Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system
11. Blood pressure and flow dynamics
12. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system
13. Ventilation mechanisms and gas transport
14. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system
15. Urine formation
Learning outcomes: 1. Describe the anatomy and physiology of endocrine glands.
2. Describe the biological processes involved in hormonal actions.
3. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive
system.
4. Describe the anatomy and functions of blood.
5. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic
system.
6. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the immune
system.
7. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of fetal membranes
and circulation.
8. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the digestive
system.
9. Describe the biological processes involved in metabolism.
10. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory
system.
11. Describe the biological processes involved in blood pressure
dynamics.
12. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory
system.
13. Describe and identify ventilation mechanisms.
14. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the urinary
system.
15. Describe the biological processes involved urine formation.
16. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the systems of the body.
17. Identify the broad themes that unify studying the systems of the
body.
18. Interpret the numerical and/or graphical representation of
physiological data and anatomical structures.

3. 19. Use the tools and equipment necessary for scientific analysis and
research on physiological data and anatomical structures.
20. 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, weekly lab assignments will be collected.
Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:
7 exams at 60pts. apiece……………………………………..420 pts.
1 comprehensive final exam………………………………….210 pts.
Quizzes
7 quizzes at 20 points apiece…………………………………140 pts.
Labs
15 at 20 points apiece………………………………………...300 pts.
1,070 pts.
The lowest exam score will not be included in the grade calculations so
the class will be worth 1,010 points; therefore, the letter grades will be
assigned as shown below.
A = 909 – 1010 pts. B = 808 – 908 pts. C = 707 – 807 pts. D = 606 –
706 pts. F ≤ 605 pts.
Labs: Labs will be graded based on the quality and completeness of the lab
notebook.
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, quizzes or exams. No
individual extra credit will be assigned.
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

4. 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
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 in 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.

5. 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
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.
Inclement Weather: If the college has a delayed start due to inclement weather then the class
will be completely cancelled.

6. BIO 202 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 Exercise 25 is due August Chapter 18
21st Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of endocrine
glands. Hormonal actions,
Learning Outcomes: Describe the anatomy and physiology
of endocrine glands
2 Quiz #1 is August 28th Chapter 19
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of blood.
Exercise 26 is due August
28th Learning Outcome: Describe the anatomy and functions of
blood.
3 Exam #1 is September 4th Chapter 20
Exercise 27 is due Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory
September 4th system
Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the circulatory system.
4 Quiz #2 is September 11th Chapter 21
Exercises 28 and 29 are due Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory
September 11th system. Fetal membranes and blood circulation. Blood
pressure and flow dynamics.
Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the circulatory system. Identify and describe
the anatomy and physiology of fetal membranes and
circulation. Describe the biological processes involved in
blood pressure dynamics.
5 Exam #2 is September 18th Chapter 22
Exercise 31 is due Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic
September 18th system. Anatomy and physiology of the immune system.
Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the lymphatic system. Identify and describe
the anatomy and physiology of the immune system.

7. 6 Quiz #3 is due September Chapter 23
25th Course Content: Ventilation mechanisms and gas transport.
Exercises 32 and 33 are due Learning Outcomes: Describe and identify ventilation. .
September 25th Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of the
respiratory system.
7 Exam #3 is October 2nd Chapter 24
Exercise 34 is due October Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the digestive
2nd system.
Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the digestive system.
8 Quiz #4 is October 9th Chapter 24 Continued
Exercise 35 is due October
9th
9 Exam #4 is October 16th Chapter 25
Course Content: Metabolism.
Learning Outcome: Describe the biological processes
involved in metabolism
10 Quiz #5 is October 23rd Chapter 26
Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the urinary
system. Urine formation.
Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the urinary system. Describe the biological
processes involved urine formation.
11 Exam #5 is October 30th Chapter 26 Continued
Exercise 36 is due October
30th
12 Quiz #6 is November 6th Chapter 27
Exercise 37 is due Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the urinary
November 6th system.
Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the urinary system.
13 Exam #6 is November 13th Chapter 28
Exercise 38 is due Course Content: Anatomy and physiology of the
November 13th reproductive system.
Learning Outcome: Identify and describe the anatomy and
physiology of the reproductive system.

8. 14 Quiz 7 is November 20th Chapter 28 Continued
Exercise 39 is due
November 20th
15 Exam #7 is November 27th
16 Final Exam is December 4th