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Catrin Pittack
B STR 301
Seattle Campus
Survey of systemic human anatomy, including human skeletal system, muscular system, respiratory system, circulatory system, nervous system, digestive system, endocrine system, urinary system, and reproductive system. For second-, third-, and fourth-year undergraduates. Offered: Sp.
Class description
Biostructure 301 - Survey of Human Anatomy - introduces the student to human anatomy and stresses the relationship of form and function. The course includes gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, and a bit of histology -- with functional correlates derived from medicine, physiology, and pathology. The structure of the human body -- at all levels of organization - and how it relates to function, is the central theme of the course.
Student learning goals
Students who pass this course successfully should be able to:
use correct anatomical terminology to describe the human body
identify basic anatomical structures on a diagram, an image of a cadaver, a radiograph (X-ray, MRI, CT scan) as well as themselves (or someone else).
to demonstrate how basic anatomy (the part you memorize) relates to function of the human body (the part you apply - which is much more stimulating)
understand how anatomy relates to function by examining what happens to the body when there is a change in homeostasis due to an injury or disease
be able to interpret and analyze information regarding anatomy and health issues that are published in newspapers, magazines and on the web as well as from a health care provider
General method of instruction
Lecture: MW 3:30-4:50 Kane 130 & Th 8:00-8:50 Kane 130 - Sorry about the early morning but classroom availability has forced this situation. In addition to lecture, there will be weekly OPTIONAL review sessions run by the teaching assistant. Weekly WebQ based homework assignment and in class questions administered via student response devices (clickers).
Although this is a large lecture only course, the instructor strives to provide a mix of learning opportunities so as not to rely completely on multiple choice exams and lecture.
Students are expected to come to lecture having completed the assigned reading and having learned some basic anatomical terminology related to lecture topic. The instructor will not spend time in lecture going over basic terminology but rather will focus on the more difficult and functionally relevant material.
There will be daily in-class clicker quizzes to help students keep up with the lecture preparation as well as group activities during the lecture where students evaluate a clinical problem and answer a question (via the clicker).
Weekly homework assignments posted on WebQ need to be completed. These assignments will pose functional problems that the students need to solve. Homework assignments are open book, open note, open computer, group discussion encouraged.
Recommended preparation
Regular attendance in the class is extremely useful, as the goal in lecture will be to gain a deeper understanding of the material presented in the text. Anatomical models (the plastic kind!), numerous illustrations and discussion initiated by the instructor and the students will be used to clarify topics. Some of these illustrations used in lecture cannot be found in the text. It is also very beneficial to ask questions during lecture in order to clarify information as well as to generate discussion.
It is recommended that students in this class have strong study skills as the exams will test you on your basic knowledge of anatomy as well as require you to integrate several concepts presented in the text and lecture. One goal of this class is to teach the student to "think about" and "learn" human anatomy instead of just memorizing it.
In order to "learn" human anatomy, students should come to class having already prepared for the material that will be discussed that day. Preparation for class involves briefly reading the text and lecture objectives before class in order to familiarize yourself with the general concepts and terminology of the system to be discussed. In order to encourage students to keep up with the workload, there will be weekly on-line homework assignments that summarize the main concepts learned that week. Taking notes and asking questions during class and reviewing the material after each class are key to learning the anatomy.
Although it is not a prerequisite, it is useful for students to have some knowledge of cell biology and physiology before taking this class.
Class assignments and grading
There are 3 non-cummulative multiple choice exams during the quarter. The 3rd exam is during exam week but is also non-cummulative.
In class questions will be administered daily using clickers during lecture. These questions will be based on material covered in the previous days lecture, the assigned reading pages and that days lecture material. Students will receive points based on participation and correctness of answers. Some of the clicker questions will be answered individually and some follow group discussion.
In addition there will be weekly WebQ based multiple choice homework assignments that emphasize functional anatomy through clinical cases and pathology.
Students are expected to keep up with the assigned readings and lecture material on their own. Weekly review sessions will be offered.
Required textbook for the class - Human Anatomy (Saladin, 2nd Edition) - is available at the UBS. A special edition of this text was made for our class to help keep the cost down. This special edition which is packaged with the APR (see below) CD. If you prefer to purchase the hardbound 2nd edition of the book, or the 1st Edition book, that works too but know that assigned readings are taken from the 2nd edition and you will still need to purchase (or borrow) a copy of the APR CD.
In addition, students are required to have an interactive CD-ROM Anatomy & Physiology Revealed, also available at the bookstore or you can buy an 18 month subscription for $40 on the web at http://www.mhhe.com/biosci2/anatomyrevealed/.
Required equipment: Turning technologies Rf response card (clicker). This is the UW sanctioned clicker that is used in several other UW courses. You will need to register your clicker (see course website) and bring your clicker to class every day.
Final grades are based on students scores on 3 exams, 10 on-line homework assignments, daily in class group and individual clicker questions (you may drop 5 of these). Note that there are no make ups on clicker questions.
Exams will consist of 50 multiple-choice and matching type questions for a total possible score of 100 points. Exams are given about every 3 weeks and are not cummulative (covering only the material since the previous exam). Note that there are NO MAKE UP EXAMS in this course. Also note the time and date of the last exam (Thursday June 11th 2:30-4:20) and be sure to make your travel arrangements accordingly.
On-line homework assignments (10 total) will be given during the quarter usually at the end of the week. Each assignment will focus on material from the lectures and assigned readings for that week. Assignments are worth 10 points each. These weekly assignments are designed to encourage students to keep up with the large amount of material and encourage students to think analytically about anatomy & function. Assignments are available on-line through UW Catalyst and are open book, open note.
Final grades for the class will be based on total points from 3 exams, 10 homework assignments, in class clicker questions.
