MnTC #07-112R

December 7, 2007

Normandale Community College

Biology 1102 ─ Human Biology

Common Course Outline

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I.          Effective Date:  Fall 2008

                        (revised 12/01/07)

II.         Catalog Description:

BIOL 1102  Human Biology  4 CR  FALL, SPR.  General biology course focusing on human structure , function and causes of disease.  Lab sessions include dissection of a small mammal, pulmonary volumes, blood pressure, histology, skeletal anatomy and independent investigation.  Lecture 3 hours;  lab 3 hours.  Prereq:  READ 0960 or placement in READ 1106 or above.  May not be taken for credit after earning a “C” or better in Biology 1141 (or equivalent).  MNTC: Goal 3.

III.        Recommended Entry Skills and Knowledge:

Students should enter this class with college-level reading, study and writing skills.

IV.        Outline of Major Content Areas:  At least eight of the major content areas A through Q will be covered.  R (Laboratory Experience) will always be covered.

A.   Terminology

B.   Functions, Chemical Constituents, and Organelles of Cells

1.   Diffusion, Osmosis and Active Transport

2.   Anaerobic and Aerobic Energy Relationships

C.   Histology

1.   Structural and Functional Relationships of Epithelia

2.   Structural and Functional Relationships of the Body=s Connective Tissues

3.   Cardiac, Skeletal and Smooth Muscle

4.   Structural and Functional Relationships of Nervous Tissue

            D.   Integumentary

                  1.   Skin

                  2.   Skin derivatives

                  3.   Integumentary functions

E.   Skeletal System

1.   Skeletal Terminology

2.   Skeletal Functions

3.   Components of the Axial and Appendicular Skeletons

F.   Muscular System

1.   Muscle Fibers, Sarcoplasm and Muscle Proteins

2.   Sliding Filament Theory of Muscle Contraction

3.   Miscellaneous Aspects of Muscle Function

G.   Articulations

1.   Synarthroses, Amphiarthroses and Diarthroses

2.   Movements Associated With Synovial Joints

H.   Nervous System

1.   Structure of CNS, PNS, and ANS

2.   Contributions of Resting Membrane Potentials, Action Potentials, Repolarization, and Refractory Period to the Nerve Impulse

3.   Neurotransmission at the Synapse

4.   Functions of the Cranial Nerves, Spinal Nerves and Plexuses

5.   Anatomical, Physiological and Pharmacological Components of the Autonomic Nervous System

6.   Reflexes

I.    Circulatory System

1.   Corpuscular Elements

2.   Circulation of Blood

3.   The Electrocardiogram

4.   Blood Pressure

5.   Cardiovascular Disease and Treatment

J.   Lymphatic System

1.   Relationships of Structural Components to Cellular and Humoral Immunity

K.   Respiratory System

1.   Structural Components

2.   Internal and External Respiration

3.   Blood Gas Transport

L.   Digestive System

1.   Structural Components

2.   Functions and Importance of Accessory Glands

3.   Enzymatic Digestion of Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fat

M.  Excretory System

1.   Gross and Microscopic Anatomy

2.   Glomerular Filtration and Selective Reabsorption

3.   Urine Formation

a.         Counter-current Mechanism

b.         Anti-diuretic Hormone

N.   Endocrine System

1.   Mode of Action of Hormones

2.   Feedback Mechanisms

3.   Hormones, Hormone Functions and Dysfunction of the Endocrine Glands

O.   Special Senses

1.   General Anatomy and Physiology of at least two of the special senses

P.   Reproductive System

1.   Anatomy of the Reproductive Systems

2.   Physiological Aspects of Reproduction

3.   Developmental Stages of Conceptus, Embryo, and Fetus

Q.   Human Genetics

1.   Human Chromosomes and Human Genes

2.   Patterns of Inheritance

3.   Genetic Disorders

4.   Genetic Testing

R.   Laboratory Experience

1.   Students will be actively involved in laboratory experiences related to  (1) human macroscopic structural anatomy,  (2) mammalian histology,  (3) skeletal anatomy,  (4) small mammal dissection,  (5) blood pressure,  (6) pulmonary function, and  (7) independent laboratory investigation.

V.         Student Learning Outcomes: (goal and competencies in parentheses).

A.   Student will develop critical thinking skills through lecture/discussion and laboratory experiences.  (2a, 3a, 3b).

B.   Student will be able to explain normal structure and function of the human body.  (3a)

C.   Student will be able to demonstrate understanding of scientific theories, and the ways in which scientists develop, express and question theories.  (3a).

D.   Students will design and test hypotheses by performing laboratory experiments.  (2b, 3b).

E.   Students will communicate their experimental findings, analyses and interpretations both orally and in writing.  (2c, 2d, 3c).

F.   Students will be able to elaborate upon and defend positions relating to medical treatment, medical ethics, and genetic testing.  (2d, 3d).

VI.        Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning:

A variety of evaluation and assessment methods will be used.

A.   Written examinations over lectures, class discussions and reading assignments.

B.   Oral, individual quizzing on laboratory activities.

C.   Grading of laboratory histology unknown.

D.   Laboratory reports

E.   Presentation of independent laboratory investigation.

VII.       Other Information:

Laboratory procedures are outlined in the course syllabus.