BIO 210 – Anatomy and Physiology I: Course Syllabus and Policies

Course Overview

Course Title and Description

BIO 210 – Anatomy and Physiology I is the first of a two-course sequence that provides an in-depth study of the structure and function of the human body. The course emphasizes laboratory sessions with microscopic studies, dissections, and physiological experiments. Major topics include biochemistry, cells, tissues, integumentary, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems, as well as special senses.

• Prerequisite: BIO 112 or other college biology or chemistry is strongly recommended.

• Emphasis: Laboratory sessions, microscopic studies, dissections, and physiological experiments.

Textbook and Course Materials

• The course uses an open-source platform called Openstax for the 2021/21 textbook materials, which are free and available online.

• Optional hard copies can be purchased from Amazon or other retailers.

• An interactive A&P program called Visible Body for Lab will be used, with access details provided via Blackboard.

Instructor Information

• Instructor: Dr. Brian Logan, Dean of Health Sciences

• Contact: [e-mail] | 803-508-7348

• Office: Room 139D, Health Science Building

Grading Policy

Grading Scale

Grade	Percentage
A	90 – 100%
B	80 – 89%
C	70 – 79%
D	60 – 69%
F	< 59%

Course Grade Components

Assessment	Points
4 Lecture Exams	500
Weekly Lab Quizzes/Assignments	100
Comprehensive In-Person Final Exam	400
Total	1000 points

Attendance and Assignment Policy

Attendance Policy

• Students are expected to attend and participate in all scheduled classes and laboratory sessions.

• Missing more than 15% of scheduled sessions may result in withdrawal from the course.

• Failure to attend or participate may result in a final grade of "F".

Weekly Assignments and Quizzes

• Assignments and quizzes are due each week on Monday night by 11:59 PM.

• All assignments must be submitted through Blackboard (BB).

• No late assignments or quizzes will be accepted except under extenuating circumstances.

In-Person Comprehensive Final Exam

• The final exam is in-person and requires a valid ID for entry.

• No make-up exams are allowed except for excused absences.

Makeup Exam Policy

• 1 day missed: 10% penalty

• 2-3 days missed: 25% penalty

• After 3 days: 50% penalty

Unit Lecture Exams and Honorlock

Exam Proctoring

• Lecture exams are proctored using Honorlock, an online proctoring service.

• Honorlock is available 24/7 and requires a computer, webcam, and stable internet connection.

• No account creation or software installation is necessary.

Additional Information

• All course communication and updates will be provided via Blackboard.

• Students are responsible for checking Blackboard regularly for announcements and assignments.