Bsc 2086c human Anatomy and Physiology II

BSC 2086C: Human Anatomy and Physiology II

Welcome!

Welcome and thank you for enrolling in this course! I think you will enjoy our time together!

For some, this may be your first online course. If you are not a computer whiz, don’t worry. You don’t need to be. From a computer standpoint, everything is simple to use and easy to navigate.

Please take a few minutes to read the syllabus in its entirety. Exploring all the topics in this syllabus and related links will help you succeed in this course.

I am looking forward to working with you and having a great semester!

Professor Daudi K. Langat

Professor Information

Professor: Daudi K. Langat, PhD

Virtual Office Hours: Thursday, 8:00 – 10:00 pm ET

Virtual Contact Methods Yahoo Instant Messenger (ID is [e-mail])

GoogleChat

Office Location Virtual

Office Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Instructor Response

You can anticipate responses to inquiries and questions within 24 - 48 hours of receipt.

Campus Information

This online course is offered by the Florida State College at Jacksonville Open Campus. For questions or concerns, please feel free to call the Campus Resource Center (904-997-2628). For technical assistance, please contact the Help Desk at 877-572-8895 or [phone] or via http://www.fscj.edu/campus-life/student-computing-resources/.

Course Description

This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I and includes: the cardiovascular system; the lymphatic system and immunity; the respiratory system; the digestive system and metabolism; the urinary system; fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance; and the reproductive systems. Within Anatomy and Physiology II, these topics may or may not be covered in the sequence listed. The laboratory component of this course provides students with direct hands-on experiences to reinforce the anatomical and physiological concepts presented in lecture and encourage critical thinking, the understanding of scientific methodology and the application of scientific principles.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

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  Explain and apply major concepts in human anatomy and physiology including the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system and immunity, the respiratory system, the digestive system and metabolism, the urinary system and fluid and electrolyte balance, and the reproductive system.
  
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  Demonstrate knowledge of scientific method.
  
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  Communicate scientific ideas through oral or written assignments.
  
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  Interpret scientific models such as formulas, graphs, tables and schematics, draw inferences from them and recognize their limitations.
  
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  Demonstrate problem-solving methods in situations that are encountered outside of the classroom.
  
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  Demonstrate proper laboratory technique including safety in the use and care of laboratory equipment and materials
  

Course Information

Course Number/Title: BSC2086C – Human Anatomy & Physiology II

Reference Number: 429167

Number of Credit Hours: 4

Term/Year/Session/Length: Fall 2015/Session B12

Course prerequisites: Completion of BSC 2085C with a grade of C or better.

Important Dates

Class Begins	Monday, September 21, 2015
100% Refund Deadline	Monday, September 28, 2015
Non-Attendance Drop	Tuesday, September 29 – Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Withdraw with “W” Deadline	Tuesday, November 10, 2015
College Holidays	November 11 (Veterans Day), Nov 26 – 29 (Thanksgiving Holiday), Dec 23 – 31 (Winter Break)
College System Downtime	Please check the Fall 2015 Academic Calendar for specific information on IT systems downtime
Course Evaluation	Monday, November 30 – Friday, December 11, 2015
Class Ends	Friday, December 11, 2015

These dates are critical for this course. Additional critical dates for this course can be found by choosing the appropriate term links in the Academic and Registration Calendars (http://www.fscj.edu/academics/academic-calendar) at the Florida State College at Jacksonville website.

Instructional Materials and Equipment

If you have not done so already, obtain your textbook and related course materials. Visit your nearest campus bookstore or order online via the student portal, Connections (https://connections.fscj.edu/web/guest/home), or the Follett Online Bookstore (http://www.bkstr.com). Be sure to order using your course and instructor’s name and the six-digit course reference number. Please note that some courses, particularly math and science, may require a text plus additional software or a publisher Web access code. If purchasing a used text, be sure to check on and obtain all required materials.
Required Text and Materials

	Human Anatomy & Physiology Package Florida State College at Jacksonville: ISBN: 9781256876168 Please note that package includes ALL of the following: Marieb 9e hardback book Atlas MasteringA&P (includes PhysioEx 9 and GetReady for A&P)
Lab Materials/Kits	Order your lab kits early - DO NOT DELAY IN PURCHASING YOUR LAB KITS AND/OR SPECIMENS!! Kit 1: Carolina Biological Supply Intermediate Dissecting Set I (#621136) is the recommended option, but students may choose any other available dissection tool kits for a greater or lesser cost. Kit 2: Carolina Biological Supply Urinary and Salivary pH Paper (#695958) Specimen 1: Carolina Biological Supply item # 228564: Perfect Solution Pig Heart, Plain Specimen 2: Carolina Biological Supply item #228577: Perfect Solution Pig Kidney, double color injection NOTE: The above specimens are preserved in Carolina's Perfect Solution and are safe for home dissection use and disposal when following instructions as listed in the directions included with the specimens. More information about Carolina's Perfect Solution is available in the Perfect Solution Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) located at the bottom of this Syllabus. If you are pregnant or think you might be, please read the information about Pregnancy and Dissection on Carolina Lab's website. DO NOT DELAY IN PURCHASING YOUR LAB KITS AND/OR SPECIMENS!! Additional materials: In addition to the lab kits described above, you will also need the following equipment: plastic gloves protective eyewear aluminum or styrofoam tray
Digital Camera	You will need a digital camera to complete the labs. Any digital camera will do, even the camera on a cell phone, as long as it takes clear images that you are able to upload into your lab report document.

Online Delivery System

This course will be delivered using the Blackboard Learn™ course management system. MasteringA&P® will be used as the interactive study and homework platform.

Blackboard™ Supported Browsers for Blackboard Version 9.1 SP13

View Blackboard’s Supported Browsers and Operating Systems (http://blackboard.force.com/publickbarticleview?id=kAB700000008Oom) to see if your browser and operating system are compatible. Please note the following when reviewing the Blackboard compatibility ratings.

Certified: 100% Compatible

Compatible: Compatible in most areas, but could have some incompatibility issues

Unsupported: Not tested and not recommended

Technology Requirements

Reliable and consistent computer and Internet access is encouraged to successfully participate in and complete online courses. Ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements noted below and on the Florida State College at Jacksonville Online Learning site (http://www.fscj.edu/academics/online-learning). Please use the following checklist to determine your computer readiness.

You should own or have access to:

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  An email account
  
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  Computer with high speed access to the Internet
  
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  Access to College computers when needed
  
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  Virus-checking software
  
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  Word-processing software
  
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  Software and plug-Ins that may include (choose the titles for the free downloads)
  
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    Adobe Acrobat Reader (http://get.adobe.com/reader/)
    
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    Flash Player (http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/)
    
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    Java (http://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp)
    
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    Shockwave Player (http://get.adobe.com/shockwave/)
    
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    VLC (http://www.videolan.org/) 
    

It is a good idea to check your computer at the beginning of each course and a couple of times throughout the term to ensure you have all the necessary software and plug-ins to use the Blackboard online system and course features. After logging in to Blackboard, choose the Browser Checker link. Review the results and choose the links to the recommended software.

Please note that you will need to turn off your pop-up blocker to use all features of this online course.

Accessibility

If you require specific accommodations to complete this course, contact the Florida State College at Jacksonville Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (http://www.fscj.edu/admissions-aid/services-for-students-with-disabilities), located at 101 W State St, Room A1020, Jacksonville, FL 32202 with additional offices at Kent, North, and South campuses. You may reach the main OSSD office at [phone].

Your Course Participation and Assessments

Learning Communities

Students learn through interactions with each other, with their instructor, and with the course material. A major goal of this course is to encourage you to build learning communities within the course. This course has special forums to aid in building our learning community. We will use the discussion area to meet each other and share our thoughts and concerns.

The “Questions for the Professor” discussion forum is used for general questions about course content, navigation, or flow. Please do not ask personal or specific grade-related questions in this forum, send individual communication instead.

The “Cyber Café” is available to discuss items of interest to you and your classmates. Please remember that in all discussion forums, you must follow all netiquette rules and guidelines.

Assigned Work

In each module, you will have individual activities to complete. Detailed information and instructions for each assignment can be found below and in the online classroom. Your assignments and papers will be graded using the rubrics included at the end of this syllabus and as attachments to the online assignment submission areas.

To see all the assignments due in this course, refer to the Calendar of Activities below. Be sure to check the Calendar of Activities carefully for due dates on all assignments/papers as some weeks may require completion of more than one module of work.

Original Writing, Style, and Sources

Written assignments must adhere to APA style guidelines. Writing style resources are available in the Tools and Resources folder within your Blackboard classroom.
Your written assignments should be original writing and include citations as described in the APA style guide. Turnitin® is an online tool that scans written assignments for signs of plagiarism and may be used to screen your assignment submissions. Please go to Turnitin® (http://www.turnitin.com/en_us/products/overview) for information about originality checks and reports, and to What is Plagiarism? (http://www.plagiarism.org/) for plagiarism prevention resources.
Wikipedia is a tertiary (condensed) source of information and should not be used as a reference in your assignments and papers. It is, however, a good resource for finding primary and secondary sources that may be acceptable.

Discussions

You will participate in 13 graded discussions. Discussions are worth up to 20 points each and a possible total of 260 points toward your final grade. The links to the forums are located in the Course Content area.

Our discussions are an opportunity to have thoughtful discussions about a given topic. The questions raised will be general in nature and ask you to think deeply. In each discussion forum, you will be required to give a thoughtful and comprehensive response of at least five to eight sentences that are reflective and well written, as well as respond to at least two other people. The discussion begins when other class members read what you wrote and respond.

Class members are expected to contribute original thoughts as well as respond to classmates' posts. In your responses, ask your classmates questions, expand on one of their ideas, and/or ask for clarity on one of their points. Reply politely if you disagree and explain why.

Please note that you should complete all of the readings for the module prior to posting your discussion response. You are expected to post in correct sentence and paragraph format. Remember to check for correct spelling and grammar.

Discussions are graded using the Discussion Rubric included at the end of this syllabus and in the Blackboard classroom.

Mastering A&P Homework

In each module, you will have Mastering A&P homework assignments to complete. These assignments are NOT graded, but are highly recommended, as they will contribute significantly to your understanding of the course content. The Mastering A&P assignments are listed in each module Blackboard classroom.

You will need access to the Mastering A&P website which is included in the textbook package for this course. If you choose to buy the textbook separately, you will need to buy a stand-alone access code for Mastering A&P (ISBN: 978-0321696502) in order to complete the homework assignments.

The Mastering A&P course number for this section is: langat77677

Assignments

You will complete four (4) assignments worth up to 20 points each for a possible total of 80 points toward your final grade. In Modules 4, 5, 13, and 14 you will complete chapter-related assignments. Follow the specific instructions to successfully complete and submit each assignment.

Labs

You will complete eight (8) labs worth up to 20 points each, and four (4) hands-on labs worth up to 40 points each. The labs are worth a possible total of 320 points toward your final grade.

Specific laboratory exercises can be found within each module. Detailed instructions for each exercise, as well as completion criteria, will also be found there. Some of your lab exercises involve dissections and subsequent documentation of that activity. Other lab activities may involve your use and summary of simulations, demonstrations, and/or presentations.

There are 4 labs that include significant hands-on activities, including dissections. They will be graded using the Hands-on Lab Report Rubric. The remaining 8 labs will be graded using the Lab Report Rubric below. Both rubrics are included at the end of this syllabus and in the Blackboard classroom.

All lab exercises should be submitted using the scientific method format, for which your instructor has provided a sample report in Lab 1.

You are strongly urged to plan ahead for your laboratory exercises. DO NOT DELAY IN PURCHASING YOUR ADDITIONAL LAB KITS AND/OR SPECIMENS. Some, especially the dissections, may require a significant investment of time each week. You will submit your completed lab exercises to the instructor using the drop boxes in Blackboard. Be sure to check the Calendar of Activities carefully for due dates on all assignments as some weeks may require completion of more than one module of work.

Dos and Don'ts for dissections

Please DO:

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  read the dissection instructions TWICE before beginning.
  
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  read the Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS) for your specimen.
  
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  follow all instructions carefully.
  
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  remove any contact lenses so chemicals cannot be trapped in your eyes by them.
  
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  wear safety goggles and protective clothing in case of splashes.
  
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  avoid contact with preservative chemicals. Rinse the specimens completely before dissection.
  
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  pin the specimen to be dissected securely in the dissecting pan or tray.
  
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  use dissecting scissors instead of a scalpel whenever possible. The scissors tend to cut more efficiently for most work and are less dangerous to use.
  
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  handle scalpel or razor blade (safety edged) with extreme care.
  
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  point sharp objects or tools away from yourself and others.
  
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  care for and dispose of your dissection specimen in accordance with the directions.
  
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  wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each dissection.
  

Please Do NOT:

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  Engage in horseplay! Common sense should rule when working with sharp instruments and preserved specimens.
  
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  Dissect while holding the specimen in your hand(s).
  
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  Use excessive force when working with a sharp instrument such as a scalpel.
  
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  Eat or drink in the room where a dissection is occurring.
  
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  Allow children in the room while dissection is occurring
  
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  Ingest specimen parts.
  

Quizzes

At the conclusion of each module (except for Module 3), there is a multiple-choice quiz. You will complete 13 quizzes worth up to 10 points each for a possible total of 130 points toward your final grade. The links to the quizzes are located in the Course Content area of the Blackboard classroom.

Exams

You will complete two (2) proctored exams worth up to 100 points each for a possible total of 200 points toward your final grade. These exams must be taken at a College testing site. You will have 60 minutes and one attempt for each exam. Exam 1 covers the assigned text chapters for modules 1-7. Exam 2 covers the assigned text chapters in modules 8-14.
Please note that you must secure a testing site appointment for each exam. See the Proctored Exam Information item in the Blackboard Tools and Resources page for more information. You are encouraged to schedule your exams no later than the second week of class to assure a seat in the testing center.

Course Grade

Your final letter grade will be determined by totaling the points earned on all graded coursework.

ASSIGNED WORK	POINTS		GRADE	POINTS
Greetings & Introductions	10		A	900-1000
Discussions (13 @20 points)	260		B	800-899
Labs (8 @ 20 points) Hands-on labs (4@40 points)	320		C	700-799
Assignments (4 @20 points)	80		D	600-699
Quizzes (13 @10 points)	130		F	0-599
Exams (2 @100 points)	200
Total Points	1000

FN Grade – Failure for Non-Attendance

A Failure for Non-Attendance (FN) grade indicates that a student has failed a course due to non-attendance. It is calculated as an “F” in the student’s grade point average. For students receiving financial aid, failure for non-attendance may require the student to refund to the College all or part of the aid received. The FN grade will be assigned by the faculty member at any time following the final withdrawal date for the course.
For additional information, please review the grading system and policies in the College catalog.

I Grade - Incomplete

Incomplete (I) grades may be awarded based on the criteria in the College catalog.

Repeating the Course

You may repeat a course in an attempt to improve a grade previously earned. However, you are limited in your attempts to courses where a “D,” “F,” or “FN” grade was earned. You have only three total attempts in any course, including the original grade, repeat grades, and withdrawals. Upon the third attempt in a course, you must be given an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or “F”.
When you repeat a course at Florida State College, only the last grade earned is calculated in your cumulative grade point average (GPA). If you have an excessive number of “W” or “FN” grades and repeat courses to improve your GPA, you may jeopardize your admission to programs in the Florida State University System (SUS) or other institutions.

Calendar of Activities

The Calendar of Activities is a summary of the lessons and course activities for each module. See each specific Module page for directions on how to complete each assignment.

Special Note: The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus. You will be notified of any changes.

Week	Module, Topic(s) & Reading(s)	Assignments & Activities	Due Dates
Week 1 Sept 21 - 27	Module 1: Blood Read: Chapter 17	Student Contract Greetings & Introductions Lab 1: Blood Typing Module 1 Discussion: Blood Module 1 Quiz	Sept 27
Week 2 Sept 28 - Oct 4	Module 2: The Heart Read: Chapter 18	Lab 2: Pig Heart Dissection Module 2 Discussion: The Heart Module 2 Quiz	Oct 4
Week 3 Oct 5 – 11	Module 3: The Blood Vessels Read: Chapter 19 Part 1 – Blood Vessel Structure and Function	Lab 3: Cardiovascular Dynamics Module 3 Discussion: Peripheral Vascular Disease	Oct 11
	Module 4: Circulation Read: Chapter 19 Parts 2 & 3 – Circulation	Assignment 1: Circulatory System Module 4 Quiz
Week 4 Oct 12 – 18	Module 5: The Lymphatic System Read: Chapter 20	Assignment 2: Lymphatic System Module 5 Discussion: Lymphatic Malformations Module 5 Quiz	Oct 18
	Module 6: The Immune System Read: Chapter 21	Lab 4: The Immune System Module 6 Discussion: Immunity Module 6 Quiz

Week 5 Oct 19 – 25	Module 7: The Respiratory System Read: Chapter 22		Lab 5: The Respiratory System: Pulmonary Function Tests Lab 6: Respiratory Physiology Module 7 Discussion: Secondhand Smoke Module 7 Quiz Exam 1 (Modules 1-7) (Proctored)	Oct 25
Week 6 Oct 26 - Nov 1	Module 8: The Digestive System Read: Chapter 23		Lab 7: The Digestive System: Protein Digestion Lab 8: Digestive Physiology Module 8 Discussion: Fad Diets Module 8 Quiz	Nov 1
Week 7 Nov 2 – 8	Module 9: Nutrition, Metabolism, and Body Temperature Read: Chapter 24		Lab 9: Nutrition Module 9 Discussion: School Lunches Module 9 Quiz	Nov 8
Week 8 Nov 9 - 15	Module 10: The Urinary System Read: Chapter 25		Lab 10: Pig Kidney Dissection Module 10 Discussion: Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease Module 10 Quiz	Nov 15
Week 9 Nov 16 - 22	Module 11: Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid-base Balance Read: Chapter 26		Lab 11: Acid-base Balance Module 11 Discussion: Sports and Energy Drinks Module 11 Quiz	Nov 22
Week 10 Nov 23 - 29	Module 12: The Reproductive System Read: Chapter 27		Lab 12: The Reproductive System Module 12 Discussion: Contraceptives & Family Module 12 Quiz	Nov 29
NOV 26 - 29		THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY BREAK
Week 11 Nov 30 - Dec 6	Module 13: Pregnancy and Human Development Read: Chapter 28		Assignment 3: Pregnancy and Development Module 13 Discussion: Pregnancy & Miscarriage Module 13 Quiz	Dec 6
Week 12 Dec 7 - 11	Module 14: Heredity Read: Chapter 29		Assignment 4: Heredity Module 14 Discussion: A Fountain of Youth Module 14 Quiz Exam 2 (Modules 8-14) (Proctored)	Dec 11

Course Guidelines/Policies

Academic Dishonesty Policy

Academic dishonesty, in any form, has severe consequences. Please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities (http://catalog.fscj.edu/content.php?catoid=31&navoid=3998#conduct) section of the College catalog.

Attendance Policy

Attendance is measured in this course by your weekly access to the online content and timely completion of required course activities. If you fail to sufficiently participate in the online course prior to the official refund deadline, you can be dropped for non-attendance. If the official withdrawal date has passed and you fail to sufficiently progress in the online course, you can be awarded a Failure for Non-Attendance (FN) grade.

Late/Make Up Work Policy

Lateness in completing assignments is strongly discouraged; all assignments must be completed on time. The “Week” runs from Monday morning (12:01 am) to Sunday night (11:59 pm ET). You must complete and submit all the work due by the end of each week. Late assignments and/or makeup work may be accepted under special circumstances. If you miss any assignments due to unavoidable or unexpected occurrences, please contact the instructor as soon as possible.

Expectations of Student Conduct

The College’s Expectations of Student Conduct (http://catalog.fscj.edu/content.php?catoid=31&navoid=3998#conduct) extends to the online classroom. It is expected that each of you use appropriate, professional language and respect when addressing classmates, as well as your instructor, in any part of the online classroom. That same level of professional conduct should extend to all assignments submitted.
It is expected that you will not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the class. Read the comments of other classmates thoroughly before entering your remarks and responses. Be positive, thoughtful, and constructive in your comments and responses.

Recommendations for Success in this Course

Have a place where you can study and set aside an appropriate amount of time to do it. Generally, a 3-credit hour course requires a minimum of 12 hours of self-study time each week in addition to the time spent completing assignments.

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  Practice and repetition are the best way to ensure your mastery of the material.
  
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  Communicate with your instructor to ask any important questions and to discuss important concepts.
  
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  Complete all reading assignments and view and review all chapter resources.
  
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  Complete and review all online course activities.
  

College Resources

Florida State College at Jacksonville offers many resources to help you become successful in your course and academic career. A brief description of some of these resources follows.

Academic Advising

Counselors and advisors are available to assist students with the achievement of their academic goals. Academic advising is available to help students identify appropriate courses, select majors, select transfer institutions and assist with academic problems. Students are encouraged to seek advising on a regular basis in order to achieve their educational objectives. Appointments may be scheduled through the Counseling and Advising Office (http://www.fscj.edu/admissions-aid/counseling-advising). However, students should know that appointment times will be severely impacted during peak registration periods. For more information, visit the Florida State College at Jacksonville Advising page (http://www.fscj.edu/admissions-aid/counseling-advising/advising/).

Technical Helpdesk

If you have any problems with Blackboard, viewing online content, email or Connections, visit the Florida State College at Jacksonville Help Desk (http://www.fscj.edu/campus-life/student-computing-resources). There you can contact the technical support team directly via live chat or visit the Self-Help Portal (http://helpdesk.fscj.edu/content/default.aspx). Campus support phone numbers are also included on this page.
Please remember that answers to questions about your course materials, tests, quizzes, or assignments can only be provided by your instructor.

Library and Learning Commons

The Library/Learning Commons (LLC) (http://www.fscj.edu/campus-life/library-learning-commons) is an instructional area of the College designed to offer a variety of teaching, learning and research resources to students enrolled in courses at Florida State College at Jacksonville.  LLC services include individual and small group tutoring; traditional and virtual library services and materials; subject-specific instruction including orientations; free workshops; study areas; and access to tutorials, computers, and multimedia technology.

Tutorials/Online Demonstrations

To view demonstrations of common Blackboard and computer activities, go to On Demand Learning Center for Students (http://ondemand.blackboard.com/students.htm).

The Next Step

I hope you have found this syllabus useful. Your next step is to become familiar with the Blackboard classroom and begin the assignments for Module One. See you in the online course!

Rubrics

Lab Report Rubric

Labs 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 12 will be graded using the following Lab report rubric. Please use it as a guide toward successful completion of these assignments.

Criteria	Levels of Achievement
	Exemplary	Meets Expectations	Developing	Beginning	Not Acceptable
Purpose	4 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." It is clearly defined and concise.	3.2 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem."	2.8 Points The Purpose section is titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" however, the definition does not match the title, i.e. it is titled "Question", but uses a statement instead of a question.	2.4 Points The Purpose section is not titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" and/or it is difficult to understand.	0 Points The Purpose section is missing.
Hypothesis	4 Points The Hypothesis section is logically written as an "If...then" statement. Sound reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is clearly specific to the lab investigation.	3.2 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement. Adequate reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is specific to the lab investigation.	2.8 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement, however, no reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is somewhat specific to the lab investigation.	2.4 Points The Hypothesis section is not written as an "If...then" statement. No reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is not specific to the lab investigation.	0 Points The Hypothesis section is missing.
Materials and Procedures	4 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a complete list of materials used, as well as a clear and concise explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps.	3.2 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used, as well as an explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps.	2.8 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used and/or explanation of the procedure, but not both. The procedure is explained in paragraph form.	2.4 Points The Materials and Procedures section is difficult to read and understand. The procedure is fuzzy and ill-explained.	0 Points The Materials and Procedures section is missing.
Data and Analysis	4 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is clearly presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting, including labels and units, if applicable, is accurate and thorough.	3.2 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting is acceptable.	2.8 Points The Data and Analysis section is an acceptable amount of data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. There are some format problems with labels, units, or completeness of data.	2.4 Points The Data and Analysis section is poorly presented. There is information missing and/or it is not presented in a table, graph, or chart format. Other major formatting problems exist.	0 Points The Data and Analysis section is missing.
Conclusion	4 Points The Conclusion section clearly and concisely states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an excellent discussion or summary of the data and observations, including a logical reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results.	3.2 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an adequate discussion or summary of the data and observations, including some reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results.	2.8 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not, but uses inadequate or incomplete logic to provide a reason why the results were obtained.	2.4 Points The Conclusion section does not state whether or not the hypothesis is correct. It includes only a concluding statement.	0 Points The Conclusion section is missing.
Cumulative points	Exemplary 20-18 points	Meets Standard 17.9-16 points	Developing 15.9-14 points	Beginning 13.9-12 points	Not Acceptable 11.9-0 points

Hands-On Lab Report Rubric

Labs 2, 6, 8 and 10 will be graded using the following Lab Report rubric. Please use it as a guide toward successful completion of these assignments.

Criteria	Levels of Achievement
	Exemplary	Meets Expectations	Developing	Beginning	Not Acceptable
Purpose	8 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." It is clearly defined and concise.	6.4 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem."	5.6 Points The Purpose section is titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" however, the definition does not match the title, i.e. it is titled "Question", but uses a statement instead of a question.	4.8 Points The Purpose section is not titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" and/or it is difficult to understand.	0 Points The Purpose section is missing.
Hypothesis	8 Points The Hypothesis section is logically written as an "If...then" statement. Sound reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is clearly specific to the lab investigation.	6.4 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement. Adequate reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is specific to the lab investigation.	5.6 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement, however, no reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is somewhat specific to the lab investigation.	4.8 Points The Hypothesis section is not written as an "If...then" statement. No reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is not specific to the lab investigation.	0 Points The Hypothesis section is missing.
Materials and Procedures	8 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a complete list of materials used, as well as a clear and concise explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps.	6.4 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used, as well as an explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps.	5.6 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used and/or explanation of the procedure, but not both. The procedure is explained in paragraph form.	4.8 Points The Materials and Procedures section is difficult to read and understand. The procedure is fuzzy and ill-explained.	0 Points The Materials and Procedures section is missing.
Data and Analysis	8 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is clearly presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting, including labels and units, if applicable, is accurate and thorough.	6.4 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting is acceptable.	5.6 Points The Data and Analysis section is an acceptable amount of data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. There are some format problems with labels, units, or completeness of data.	4.8 Points The Data and Analysis section is poorly presented. There is information missing and/or it is not presented in a table, graph, or chart format. Other major formatting problems exist.	0 Points The Data and Analysis section is missing.
Conclusion	8 Points The Conclusion section clearly and concisely states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an excellent discussion or summary of the data and observations, including a logical reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results.	6.4 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an adequate discussion or summary of the data and observations, including some reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results.	5.6 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not, but uses inadequate or incomplete logic to provide a reason why the results were obtained.	4.8 Points The Conclusion section does not state whether or not the hypothesis is correct. It includes only a concluding statement.	0 Points The Conclusion section is missing.
Cumulative points	Exemplary 40-38 points	Meets Standard 37.9-32 points	Developing 31.9-28 points	Beginning 27.9-24 points	Not Acceptable 23.9-0 points

Discussion Rubric

Criteria	Levels of Achievement
	Exemplary	Meets Expectations	Developing	Beginning	Not Acceptable
Quality of Initial Post	5 Points Initial comment fully addresses all aspects of the discussion. Comment includes many personal or professional experiences. Demonstrates excellent critical thinking skills through multiple examples and ideas. Excellent discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate.	4 Points Initial comment addresses most aspects of the discussion. Comment includes some personal or professional experience. Demonstrates adequate critical thinking through some examples and ideas. Good discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate.	3.5 Points Initial comment addresses part of the discussion or assigned readings. Comment includes minimal personal or professional experience. Demonstrates minimal critical thinking with minimal examples and ideas. Minimal discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate.	3 Points Initial comment minimally addresses discussion. Comment does not include personal or professional experience. Does not demonstrate critical thinking. No discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate.	0 Points No initial posting submitted.
Quality of Response Postings	5 Points Responses are highly reflective, insightful and add to the discussion in a meaningful way moving it forward.	4 Points Responses are reflective, insightful and add to the discussion.	3.5 Points Responses are minimally reflective or insightful and do not significantly add to the discussion in a meaningful way.	3 Points Responses are present but are not reflective or insightful, but don't add to the discussion.	0 Points No response postings submitted.
Organization and Technical Aspects of All Posts	5 Points Information is exceptionally well organized; spelling and grammar are correct and complete sentences are used. Proper citations are effectively used.	4 Points Information is well organized; 1-2 spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Complete sentences are used. Proper citations are used.	3.5 Points Organization is scattered; 3-5 spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Some incomplete sentences used. Citations are used.	3 Points Information is not well organized; more than 5 spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Incomplete sentences used. No citations.	0 Points No postings submitted.
Posting Quantity and Timeliness	5 Points Initial posting and at least three quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday.	4 Points Initial posting and at least two quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday.	3.5 Points Initial posting and at least one quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday.	3 Points Initial posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday. Any response postings are made prior to the due date listed on the Calendar of Activities.	0 Points Initial posting is not made prior to Wednesday and/or no postings are submitted.
Cumulative points	Exemplary 20-18 points	Meets Standard 17.5-16 points	Developing 15.5-14 points	Beginning 13.5-12 points	Not Acceptable 11-0 points