Overview

Course Number:

BIOS252

Course Title:

Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab

Credit Hours:

2 credits

Theory Hours:

 1

Laboratory Hours:

 1

Clinical Hours:

 0

Place in Curriculum

Year 1, Semester 1

Prerequisite:

BIOS251

Corequisite:

MATH114

Course Description

This course is the second in a four-course sequence in which human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach. Coursework emphasizes interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Topics include fundamental concepts and principles of the muscular and nervous systems, special senses and the endocrine system.

Textbooks and Resources

Required Textbooks

The following books are required for this course:

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Tortora, G. J., &  Derrickson, B. H. (2014). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (14th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.

Supplemental Materials:

PowerPhys (Version 3.0) and Real Anatomy (Version 2.0) - see Course Resources

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Allen, C., & Harper, V. (2019). Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology (5th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.


Allen, C., & Harper, V. (2014). Cat Dissection: A Laboratory Guide (3rd ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.

Bundled with course texts for Onsite and Blended Students only

Allen, C., & Harper, V. (2014). Fetal Pig Dissection: A Laboratory Guide (3rd ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.

Bundled with course texts for Onsite and Blended Students only

American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.

Optional Textbooks

The following books are required for this course:

Physical Books and Supplies

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Program Outcomes

The outcomes for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program are as follows:

1

Provides individualized comprehensive care based on theories and principles of nursing and related disciplines to individuals, families, aggregates and communities, from entry to the healthcare system through long-term planning.

2

Demonstrates leadership and collaboration with consumers and other healthcare providers in providing care and/or delegating responsibilities for health promotion, illness prevention, health restoration, health maintenance and rehabilitative activities.

3

Communicates effectively with patient populations and other healthcare providers in managing the healthcare of individuals, families, aggregates and communities.

4

Integrates clinical judgment in professional decision making and implementation of the nursing process.

5

Demonstrates responsibility for continued personal and professional development through enrollment in graduate education, continuing education degree programs, professional reading and participation in professional organizations and community service.

6

Implements professional nursing standards by practicing within the legal definitions of nursing practice and acts in accordance with the nursing code of ethics and American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of practice.

7

Practices in established professional roles consistent with entry-level BSN graduates to provide cost-effective, quality healthcare to consumers in structured and unstructured settings.

8

Incorporates evidence-based practice in the provision of professional nursing care to individuals, families, aggregates and communities.

Course Outcomes

Chamberlain College of Nursing courses are built to align course content with specific Course Outcomes (COs). The COs define the learning objectives that the student will be required to comprehend and demonstrate by course completion. Unit outcomes provide further detail to support learner achievement of specific COs and are listed within each unit under the introduction. Whenever possible, a reference will be made from a particular assignment or discussion back to the CO that it emphasizes.

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following.

1

Given a myogram or electronic histological illustration, compare the different levels of the muscular system in terms of its structure, functions, and classification.

2

Given an illustration of the nervous system, analyze its structure and function.

3

Given a diagram, photograph, or glass slide of an endocrine gland, identify its location and structure and evaluate the impact of its products on the various systems of the body and the body as a whole.

Required Uniform Assignments (RUAs)

Required Uniform Assignments (RUAs) are essential elements of assessment that are consistent across the curriculum at Chamberlain College of Nursing. These assessments help measure and track students’ progress in meeting the BSN Program Outcomes. Each RUA is course-specific and required in both online and campus courses. Download the assignment guidelines and grading rubric to begin planning for the successful completion of this assignment.

If you have any questions about the assignment please speak to your instructor.

Learning Plan

Learning plan information.

Course Schedule

Unit, TCOs, and TopicsReadings and Class PreparationActivities and Assignments
Unit 1

TCO 7

Muscular Tissue

Chapter 10: Muscular Tissue

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 2

TCO 7

Muscular System

Chapter 11: The Muscular System

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 3

TCO 8

Nervous Tissue

Chapter 12: Nervous Tissue

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 4

TCO 8

Spinal Cord

Chapter 13: The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Midterm

Unit 5

TCO 8

Brain and Autonomic Nervous System

Chapter 14: The Brain and Cranial Nerves

Chapter 15: The Autonomic Nervous System

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 6

TCO 8

Sensormotor and Special Senses

Chapter 16: Sensory, Motor, and Integrative Systems

Chapter 17: The Special Senses

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 7

TCO 9

Endocrine System

Chapter 18: The Endocrine System

Lab

Graded Discussion Topics

Quiz

Unit 8
All TCOs
Final Exam

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and consistent participation within the classroom, lab, and clinical experiences facilitate the achievement of course outcomes set forth in the course syllabi. Students must arrive on time and stay for the duration of the class meeting, lab, and/or clinical experience. Late arrival may result in denied access to the class.  Absences and/or tardiness from lecture, pre-clinical, clinical (including pre- and post-conferences), and/or lab experiences (including pre- and debriefing) may prohibit students from completing all components of the nursing course, resulting in course failure.

Attendance is tracked for all eight weeks of the session on a course-by-course basis and is recorded daily based on academic events. An academic event for onsite courses is defined by attending scheduled class meetings. An academic event for online courses is defined by submitting a class assignment, participating in threaded discussions, or completing quizzes and exams. An academic event for blended courses is defined by attendance in the onsite component or by submitting a class assignment, participating in threaded discussions or completing quizzes and exams in the online component.

Laboratory Class and Clinical Experiences

Lab time is utilized to practice and master skills to meet criteria that demonstrate completion of course outcomes. Students must complete all required lab, clinical and pre-clinical experiences in order to satisfy the clinical hours for each course. Demonstration of nursing skills and/or required competencies must be performed satisfactorily to pass the lab component of the course (see Skills Checklist for criteria).

In cases of emergency or severe illness, equivalent learning opportunities for absences may be offered, at the discretion of the faculty member and contingent upon availability of resources. Make- up experiences are not guaranteed and supporting documentation may be required. Students must notify the instructor and clinical agency in a manner specified by the instructor within the requested time frame. Students who are not in the appropriate attire and/or are not prepared for clinical practice may be dismissed from the clinical setting.

Due Dates for Assignments and Exams

Unless otherwise specified, the following applies.

  • Access to the course begins on Sunday at 12:01 a.m. (MT) during preview week.
  • All completed assignments are to be submitted to the Dropbox on or before Friday by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time (MT) or as specified by your faculty.
  • All quizzes and exams, if applicable in your course, are offered at specific times.
    • Campus Courses: Campus faculty will share the date, time, and location with students at the beginning of each session.
    • Online Courses: Online faculty will share online exam schedule with students during preview week in a course announcement. Students should refer to the posted announcement for the specific dates and times for their exam schedule.

Note: In Unit 8 the assignments will be due by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. MT.

If you are taking this course on campus, a course calendar includes detailed information related to activities and due dates may be available for downloading from Doc Sharing. Please check with your instructor for more information.

If you are taking this course online, Please be advised that you may be required to take your tests on the campus in a proctored environment. Your campus will post the date, time and location of exams. If testing will take place online, the online faculty will share the exam schedule with students during preview week in a course announcement. Students should refer to the posted announcement for the specific dates and times for their exam schedule.

Assignment Values and Letter Grades

Letter GradePointsPercentage
A  940–1,00094% to 100%
A- 920–93992% to 93%
B+890–91989% to 91%
B  860–88986% to 88%
B- 840–85984% to 85%
C+810–83981% to 83%
C  760–80976% to 80%
F  759 and below75% and below

All course assignments and examinations (as applicable) must be completed in order to pass the course.

The maximum score in this class is 1,000 points. The categories, which contribute to your final grade, are weighted as follows.

Students may receive feedback from peers, lab personnel, clinical staff, preceptors, or others depending upon the specific learning activity. This feedback may be shared with course faculty. Assessment of student achievement of course outcomes, however, is the sole responsibility of faculty assigned to the course.

AssignmentPointsWeighting
Examinations*
Discussions
(20 points, Weeks 1-7)
14014%
Labs
(40 points, Weeks 1-6, 60 points Week 7)
30030%
Quizzes
(20 points, Weeks 1-3, 5-7)
12012%
Midterm
(Week 4)
20010%
Final Exam
(Week 8)
24014%
Total Points1,000100%

Teaching/Learning Methods

Examples include, but are not limited to

  • assignments;
  • case studies;
  • discussion;
  • experiential learning
  • group assignments;
  • lectures; and
  • multimedia presentations.