VSC 401R/501R
Animal Anatomy and Physiology:
4 Units
(Schedule of lectures here)
Course Description:
Gross anatomy and physiology of the various organ systems of animals.
Systems studied include: Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular,
respiratory, nervous, lymphatic, reproductive, endocrine, urinary and
digestion. May be convened with V SC 501R.
Prerequisites:
MCB 181R, ECOL 182, (or one year equivalent of general biology), CHEM
243A
Instructor information:
Dr. Elaine Marchello
Room 202, Veterinary Science and Microbiology Building
621-3058
evm@email.arizona.edu
Office Hours:
Open door policy
Course Objectives:
- Understand basic anatomy and physiology terminology as it relates
to the various body systems
- Identify basic anatomical parts of various animals on a gross level
- Know and understand how body systems work
- Be able to explain how the body systems work together to maintain
homeostasis
- Be able to express ideas and information with regards to how the body
works
Required Text:
Animal Anatomy and Physiology, Third Edition, Jesse F. Bone;
available at the bookstore
All notes are posted in pdf. format on this
web site
Grading Policy:
A standard scale will be used to calculate final grades:
A = 90%, B = 80%, C = 70%, D = 60%,
E = <60%
Exams:
Three exams of 100 points are scheduled throughout the semester. The
final, worth 150 points, will be 40% comprehensive.
Quizzes:
There will be announced/unannounced 10 point quizzes during the semester.
The top ten grades will be used and will be the equivalent of another
exam score. There will be NO MAKEUP QUIZZES!!!!!
Homework:
There will be additional homework modules that will be required. Homework
points will be averaged into the final grade.
Late Policy:
Any exam or homework that is turned in late will have 10% of the points
automatically deducted.
Graduate Credit:
Students enrolled in the graduate level (501R) of this course will
be required to write a term paper (minimum 10 pages typed). The subject
of the paper should be approved prior to completion and should relate
to some aspect of anatomy/physiology.
Term papers will be accepted until the last day of class and will count
as an additional exam score.
In addition, all graduate students will have an oral final exam instead
of the written exam. Times will be scheduled for each individual.
Attendance Policy:
Attendance will not be taken daily, however, since quizzes may or may
not be announced, it would be in your best interest to attend class.
Remember, there are no makeup quizzes. If you do miss class,
you are responsible for the notes.
Subject to Change Statement:
Other than the grade and attendance policy, this syllabus may be subject
to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor.
Notification of Objectionable Materials:
Please turn off cell phones and pagers while in class.
Special Needs and Accommodations Statement:
Students who need special accommodation or services should contact
the SALT (Strategic Alternatives Learning Techniques) Center for Learning
Disabilities (SALT Center, Old Main, PO Box 210021, Tucson, AZ 85721-0021.
(520) 621-1242 FAX (520) 621-9448 TTY (520) 626-6072, http://www.salt.arizona.edu/, and/or the
Disability Resources Center, 1540 E. 2nd St, PO Box 210064,
Tucson, AZ 85721-0064, (520) 621-3268 FAX (520) 621-9423, http://drc.arizona.edu/.
The need for accommodations must be documented by the appropriate
office.
Student Code of Academic Integrity:
All forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited, including, but not
limited to: cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty,
plagiarism, modifying any academic work to obtain additional credit
without the approval of the instructor, or attempting to carry out any
of the above. Committing any of the above will result in sanctions
being imposed on the student’s scores or grade up to and including the
assignment of an “E” for the entire course. Please refer to: http://w3.arizona.edu/~dos/standards/standardsindex.html
Confidentiality of Student Records:
http://www.registrar.arizona.edu/ferpa/ferpa.htm
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