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Human Anatomy and Physiology I (BSC 1085)- A&P I
This is a blended online instructional course.

This is a 3-credit hour course. Normally, a 3-credit hour course during a session 2 or 4 would meet two times each week (during an 8 week term) for a total of 6 hours per week or 48 hours per term. In this class, we will meet twice a week for at least 1.5 hours, and you will engage in structured out-of-class or online activities for the remainder of the class time.

The dates for your four exams required in this course are listing in the course offering.

To stay in the course students must complete three mandatory tasks: 1) Post an e-mail to Dr. Stouder within Blackboard, 2) complete the Syllabus quiz and 3) post a discussion to the "course success discussion" portion of the course. These three tasks MUST be completed by the due date listed in the course offering and on the first page of the Blackboard course or the student will be denied access to the course.

Are you ready for independent learning? Think if this delivery method of instruction is for you. Please be serious about your success in completion before taking this course.

All tests will be given at the e-testing center at Broward College’s Central campus Library in Davie, Florida or at the Dwontown center in building 33, room 430, the Learning Resouce Center (LRC).

Faculty Introduction

Welcome to the fascinating and wonderful world of human anatomy and physiology. I’ll be your professor, Dr. Leo B. Stouder. I’m a retired doctor of chiropractic medicine. I’m also a full time tenured professor of Anatomy, Physiology and Biology. My associate degree was in liberal arts and my bachelor was in Human Biology. So this course will take a decidedly human approach to biology.
Anatomy is the study of life. It is the study of you. As you learn about anatomy, you’re learning about yourself.

Course Description

This is a survey of the structure, function, and chemistry of the human body considering the following topics: chemistry, body organization, the cell, tissues, membranes, glands, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the nervous system, and the special senses. 3 hrs. lec. per week. Meets Area 4A general education requirements for the A.A. degree. Meets Areas 4 or 5 general education requirements for the A.S. degree. CHM 1032, CHM 1040, or CHM 1045 is very strongly recommended (see your program requirements).

Methods of Instruction

This is a 3-credit hour course. Normally, a 3-credit hour course during a session 2 or 4 would meet two times each week (during an 8 week term) for a total of 6 hours per week or 48 hours per term. In this class, we will meet twice a week for at least 1.5 hours, and you will engage in structured out-of-class or online activities for the remainder of the class time.


Your four tests will be given at the testing center at BC central campus or at the Learn Resouce Center at the Downtown center. You will complete four online discussions, ten quizzes and you’ll be required to view videos and listen to podcasts as part of the learning experience. You’ll have an opportunity to complete one video extra credit.

Learning Outcomes
1)The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts that serve as a foundation to the study of anatomy and physiology, including atoms, ions and molecules, water and mixtures, energy and chemical reactions, organic compounds, anatomical planes, directional terms, body cavities, membranes, and organ systems.
2)The student shall be able to describe the structure, function, and reproduction of cells.
3)The student shall be able to be able to describe the structure and function of the various types of tissues, membranes, and glands in the human body.
4)The student shall be able to describe the structure and specialized functions of the skin and its derivatives, including its relation to homeostasis.
5)The student shall be able to discuss the structure and functions of the skeletal system, including its histology, the ossification process, and its role in maintaining calcium homeostasis.
6)The student shall be able to explain the structure and function of muscle tissue and be able to relate the neural, electrochemical, and physical events of muscle contractions to body movements.
7)Analyze the criteria used in naming muscles and give an example to illustrate the use of each criterion.
8)The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the major divisions of the nervous system, their component structures, and the various homeostatic mechanisms which operate under nervous control.
9)The student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the structure and physiology of the somatic senses as well as the special senses.


Course Requirements

You must take BSC 1085 lab with this lecture course.

• There are no Prerequisites to take this course, except your willingness to study this fascinating subject. Computer/technology skills competencies needed
• New to e-learning? Take the e-learning orientation before enrolling in any e-learning course.
• Before enrolling in an e-learning course review computer requirements.
• Hardware or Software Requirements specific to your course (if different from the BC standard)

Test Dates:
You may take the exam at any time during the testing center hours on the exam dates listed. All exams will be given at the e-Testing Center on BC Central campus and at the Downtown center Learning Resource Center (LRC) in building 33, room 420.

The e-testing Center is located in Building 17 (the library), room 220. The e-Testing center hours vary, please verify times when you can take your exams by calling the e-Testing Center at: 954-201-6564 and check the website at: http://www.broward.edu/elearning/eLearning/student/testingCenter/page12664.html .
• All students must obtain their BC E-mail address. It is used for course login.

Course Materials
Our course textbook is: Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function
Saladin, Published by McGraw Hill
This is a required text. However you can use any edition that you like.

How to Register for this Course
If you wish to enroll in this course please go myBC website. Students must pay for the course before they will be able to log into the course.

Information Contact
Dr. Stouder can be reach by e-mail at lstouder@broward.edu (best) or by my office phone: 954-201-7497 (worst). My office location is 33/420 at the Downtown campus.

How to Access this Course once you are Enrolled in this Course
Students must pay for the course before they will be able to log into the course. Once you have paid then follow these directions:
• Obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to Blackboard.
• At BC email address site, click on "ID Lookup", then enter your Student# (or INTL Student ID#) and PIN code (2 digit birth month and 2 digit year). Write down your email ID (not the @mail.broward.edu part), which is your Blackboard User Name.
• Your Blackboard User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
• Your Blackboard password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
3. Links to help students get connected to e-learning course(s) at BC
• BC Blackboard/e-Learning login page
• Student e-learning Resources
• Publisher access code help page
• Blackboard Helpdesk is available if you need any technical assistance using or logging into Blackboard.