Course Name and Term: Anatomy/Physiology

Teacher Name: Sabrina Sheffield

Conference Information: I am available to talk with you and your child during my planning period, before or after school. Parents need to make arrangements through the main office at 342-2800.

Course Description: Anatomy/Physiology is a study of the structure and function of the human body. The course is preparation for advanced biological studies, biomedical nursing, and other science based careers. Laboratory experiences and text based activities provide student learning in the following topics: the major body systems; how the body systems work together to provide homeostasis; body functions in the healthy and diseased states; blood typing; muscle action; cranial nerve functioning; and bioethics. This course fulfills the graduation requirements for one elective unit of life science for the advanced academic diploma or the standard diploma.

Course Objectives or Goals: Standards from the Alabama High School Graduation Exam, which are appropriate for the course.

Standard II: The students will understand concepts dealing with the nature of science.

Standard III: The students will understand concepts of the diversity of life.

Standard IV: The students will understand concepts of heredity.

Standard V: The students will understand concepts of cells.

Materials and Textbooks: Elaine N. Marieb, Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology; 2 inch – 3 ring notebook; colored pencils; subject dividers; portfolio

Course Requirements:

1. Bring all materials to class each day.

2. Be on time every day. This means in your desk with all supplies when bell rings.

3. Never chew gum. No eating or drinking on lab days.

4. Follow all school rules.

Attendance: Attendance is critical to your success in school. Students who miss school due to illness may make arrangements to make up missed work within two days of their return from an excused absence. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule make up work at a time convenient to both the student and the teacher. Students who miss class due to school functions such as ball games, club activities, field trips, class meetings, etc. are responsible for getting their assignments in before their absence. All work is due before your absence. Any work turned in after your absence will be graded for half credit. Students who have unexcused absences will not be allowed to make up work.

Grading Policy: Grades will be based on a point system. Students will receive points for homework, class work, laboratory reports, student journals, projects, quizzes, research papers, news articles, and tests. The percentage grade will be determined by dividing total points by the points possible. All students will be given a grade sheet and are expected to know their grade at all times. Comprehensive Six Weeks Tests will be given. The percentage will follow board policy.

Statements of Essential Functions: The student will be able to: 1. Follow and apply basic safety requirements. 2. Collect and analyze data. 3. Manipulate apparatus. 4. Perform laboratory work. 5. Prepare and read graphs. 6. Perform mathematical problems. 7. Prepare written reports. 8. Communicate effectively in writing and orally. 9. Solve problems. 10. Read from textbooks, supplemental materials, and teacher made materials. 11. Prepare collections and projects. 12. Complete written and project based assessments. 13. Work effectively in groups or teams. 14. Take accurate and useful class notes. 15. Follow written and oral directions.

Week 1 Chapter 1 and 2 – Introduction; Basic Chemistry

Week 2 Chapter 3, 4 – Cells and Tissues

Week 3 Chapter 5 – Skeletal System

Week 4 Chapter 6 – Muscular System

Week 5 Chapter 6 – Muscular System

Week 6 Chapter 7 – Nervous System

Week 7 Chapter 7 – Nervous System

Week 8 Chapter 8 – The Senses

Week 9 Chapter 9 – Endocrine System

Week 10 Chapter 10 – Blood – AIDS unit

Week 11 Chapter 11 – Cardiovascular System

Week 12 Chapter 12 – Lymphatic System

Week 13 Chapter 13 – Respiratory System

Week 14 Chapter 14 – Digestive System

Week 15 Chapter 15 – Urinary System

Week 16 Chapter 16 - Reproduction

Week 17 Case Study

Week 18 Forensic Science Lab

Week 19 Review and Catch up

This document is subject to change and the student will be notified of such changes.

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