Introduction to Physiology 1
Katherine Moore, PhD
Physiology 1 is about the human body and how it works. It begins with a review of basic anatomy and chemistry and progresses to how these are involved in cellular and systemic body functions. The course will cover individual organ systems, their functions and interrelations. The labs are designed to emphasize important concepts and give “hands on” experiences by doing experiments, and studying human responses and computer simulations.
Lab
Read the lab exercise before coming to class. Discuss lab exercise with lab table partners while doing experiment. This will make the details and general principles of the exercise more meaningful. Lab exercises are designed to illustrate lecture material.
No one will be admitted to lab 5 min. after class begins. Important information about procedures, theory, and safety begins when lab starts. If students miss this orientation, they have a poor understanding of the lab and cause confusion.
Important Dates
Last day to add/drop: in person-Sept 5, via Class Web-Sept 7
Last day to apply for Credit/No Credit-Sept 26
Last day to withdraw with a W: in person Nov. 7, via Class Web-Nov. 9
Study hints
Lecture: Glance at pages to be discussed, look at captions for figures, and read words in bold type before coming to class. This will introduce the subject and new words for the day. After lecture, read text pages that aid your understanding of the lecture material. Learn the definitions of new scientific words. You are responsible for the material that was both covered in the text and in class, but not the sections of the text which were not covered in class
The website has schedules, announcements and lecture outlines for the course.
Absenteeism
It is your responsibility to check with classmates for notes and any assignments or announcements that you may have missed. Laboratory participation is particularly important since there is no other way to gain the hands-on knowledge that will be tested on lab quizzes.
Etiquette
Come to class before the start time. If you must enter the classroom late, do so quietly and sit in the back.
Do not talk during the lecture portion of class, unless recognized by the instructor. Private discussions should be held outside the classroom as they make it hard for other students to hear.
Cell phones, text messaging and pagers are to be turned off during lecture and lab. The first time your cell phone goes off, it costs you 5 points. The points lost will double each additional time your phone rings. If you know that you need to phone on for an emergency situation, have the courtesy to inform me.
Special Accommodations
If you are a student with a learning disability, physical disability or other special needs, please let me know as soon as possible if you need special accommodations. You can expect my confidentiality and cooperation regarding any needs that have been verified by the Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) on campus. DSPS is located in building 1500 and can be reached at 925-424-1510.
