INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN BIOLOGY

BIO 110- Section: 008

Credit Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00

IAI Core: L1 904L IAI Majors:
Semester: Spring Course Begins: 1/16/17 Course Ends: 5/10/18
Days: Tuesday/Thursday Times: Lec T-Th 10-11:20am Lab Th 11:30-2:20pm
Room: B257/A222
Instructor: Dr. Christen Louderman
E-mail: clouderman@mchenry.edu (CANVAS is the preferred method of contact)
Phone: (815) 479-7592 (CANVAS is the preferred method of contact)
Office Hours: M: 9:30-12, T: 9-10, W: 9:30-12, Th: 9-10
Office Location: E200
Other Contact Information:
Website (optional): None
Required Course:
Textbook(s):
Goodenough, Judith and McGuire, Betty. Biology of Humans. (5th Edition) San Francisco:
Pearson, 2014. *Must include access to Mastering Human Biology (MODIFIED)

Lab Guide for Bio 110

Supplies (if desired): Colored pencils for lab- Optional

Course Description:
Introduction to Human Biology is a lab science course that introduces students to the human organism
and the impact of modern biology and medicinal discoveries on humans. The course covers anatomy,
nutrition, immunity, reproduction, development, genetics, and the relationship between humans and their
environment. Dissection of a preserved fetal pig is a required part of the class. Students unwilling to
participate in the dissection should not take this course. This course is designed as a general education
human biology survey course for life science credit.
Course Note: This course cannot be used as a prerequisite for BIO 255 or BIO 263.
Section Notes:
The lecture for this class is combined with section 009. Please make sure you are attending the correct lab
section.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
COGNITIVE
1. Use the scientific method to design experiments;
2. Use basic biological vocabulary to explain the anatomy and physiology of the human body at its
molecular, cellular, tissue and organ system level;
3. Name various diseases for each body system and explain their causes, current treatments and
preventions;
4. Identify body structures through mammalian body and organ dissection;

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 5. Solve biological problems related to the human body;
6. Generate and analyze graphs and interpret biological data;
7. Integrate biological information and apply it to new situations;
8. Use biological information to analyze bioethical dilemmas;
9. Differentiate between valid scientific studies and unsupported claims;
10. Read and analyze current biological papers and news items and relate these to human health;
11. Evaluate the effects of altered nutrition, exercise and various chemical and environmental
exposures on the health and well-being of an individual.

MANIPULATIVE
1. Demonstrate the ability to correctly operate a microscope;
AFFECTIVE
2. Appreciate the level of organization of the human body and the homeostatic mechanisms it
employs to sustain life;
3. Discuss their interest in current biologically-related news topics that may impact their future
lives;
4. Describe their understanding of biotechnology in order to develop a personal credo regarding its
potential uses and abuses.

Course Outline:

Course Lecture Outline: Course Laboratory Outline:

I. Introduction to Human Biology I. Microscope and Scientific Method
II. Chemistry of cells II. Using the Scientific Method to Study
Enzyme Activity and graphing
III. Cell Structure and Function
techniques
IV. Body Organization: Tissues and III. Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration
Integumentary system IV. Osmosis, Dialysis and Diffusion
V. Chromosomes, Cell Division, Genetics, V. Mitosis, Meiosis and Genetics
DNA structure VI. Blood Typing and DNA Analysis
VI. Skeletal System VII. Midterm Lab Examination and Tissues
VII. Muscular System VIII. Skeleton, Joints, Muscles
IX. Lab Practical 1 and Generic vs. Non-
VIII. Nervous System & Special Senses
Generic Medication Evaluation
IX. Endocrine System X. Central Nervous System, Special
X. Blood and Cardiovascular System Senses, Sensory Receptors and Reflexes
XI. Immune System XI. Heart, Blood and Pulse Pressure,
XII. Respiratory System Auscultation, ECG and Blood cells
XIII. Digestive System XII. Lab Practical 2 and Brain, Eye, Ear;
XIV. Urinary System Begin Pig Dissection
XIII. Pig Dissection: Respiratory,
XV. Reproductive System
Cardiovascular, Digestive, Urinary and
Reproductive Systems
XIV. Male and Female Reproductive System,
Contraception, and STDs
XV. Lab Practical 3: Pig, Male and Female
Reproductive Structures

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Assignments and Grading Criteria

Lecture Exams
5 exams (100 pts each) – 500 points
Lab Midterm – 100 points
Lab Practicals (3x100 pts) – 300 points
Lab Practical Sheets (3 x10 pts) – 30 points
Lab Medication Assignment – 40 points
Lab Quizzes (11 x5 pts) – 55 points
Miscellaneous Assignments – Variable
Total Possible Points 1025+ points

Grading Scale
The student’s final grade will be determined based upon a percentage and will be awarded in accordance
with the following scale:
90-100% = A
80-89% = B
70-79% = C
60-69% = D
<60% =F

There will be a 10 point reduction in the overall grade for each missed laboratory. Students may
attend ONE alternate laboratory sessions with different instructors in order to make-up a lab.
However, this must be completed within the same week that the lab is conducted and with prior
approval from the instructor.

Policies

Attendance policy: Attendance at all lectures and labs are critical for your success in this course. You are
expected to come to class on time and stay for the full duration. See above for lab absence penalties.
Participation in all aspects of the lab will be required to count towards attendance. If you choose not to
participate in lab activity, you will be marked as absent.

If you miss a lab please check with me prior to attending my or other instructor’s lab sessions.

Exam Makeup Policy: There will be limited make-ups for missed lecture exams and no make-ups for
labs exams. If you miss a lecture exam for any reason, you must make it up within 5 days. If you miss
more than 1 scheduled exam, each make-up after the first one will be minus 10% for the 1st, 20% for the
second, etc. If you know in advance that you will miss a laboratory exam you must make it up in one of
the other lab sessions, otherwise there will be no make-ups for lab exams. If you know in advance that
you will miss a lecture exam arrangements can be made to take the exam early.

Exam Return Policy: All written exams and lab practicals will be returned for your examination and
then collected and kept for 1 semester.

Late work/make-up policy:

All work must be completed by the scheduled due date. No late assignments will be accepted.

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 Weekly Course Schedule

Dates Thursday Lecture Schedule Thursday Lecture Schedule Lab Schedule

1/16-18 Introduction Cell Chemistry Lab #1 Microscopes and Tissues
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Lab quiz 1
1/23-25 Cell Chemistry Cont. Cell Structure & Cell Function Lab #2 Effects of Enzyme Activity
Chapter 3 Lab quiz 2
1/30-2/1 Cell Structure & Function Cont. Lecture Exam 1- Chapters 1-3 Lab #3 Aerobic and Anaerobic
Respiration
Lab quiz 3
2/6-8 Cell Division Genetics Lab #4 Osmosis, Dialysis and
Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Diffusion
Lab quiz 4
2/13-15 DNA/Protein Synthesis Lecture Exam 2- Chapters 19-21 Lab #5 Mitosis, Meiosis and Genetics
Chapter 21 Lab quiz 5
2/20-22 Body Organization and Homeostasis Tissues Lab #6 Blood typing and DNA
Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Cont. Analysis
Lab quiz 6
2/27-3/1 Skeletal system Skeletal System Cont. Midterm Examination- Open Book
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Lab #7 Tissues
3/6-8 Muscular System Muscular System Cont. Lab #8 The Skeleton, Joints and
Chapter 6 Chapter 6 Muscles
Lab quiz 7
3/13-15 Nervous Tissues Nervous System Lab Practical 1: Tissues, Skeletal and
Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Muscles
Lab #9 How to Cure your Common
Illnesses
3/20-22 Special Senses Lecture Exam 3- Chapters 4-9 Lab #10 Central Nervous System,
Chapter 9 Special Senses, Sensory Receptors
and Reflexes
Lab quiz 8
3/27-29 Spring Break
4/3-5 Blood Cardiovascular System Lab #11 Heart, Auscultation, Blood
Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Pressure, Pulse Pressure and ECG
Lab quiz 9
4/10-12 Lymphatic Respiratory Systems Lab Practical 2: Brain, Eye, Ear,
Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Heart
Lab #12 Begin Pig Dissection
4/17-19 Endocrine System Lecture Exam 4- Chapters 10-14 Lab #13 Pig Dissection
Chapter 10 Lab quiz 10
4/24-26 Digestive System and Nutrition Urinary System and Excretion Lab #14 Male and Female
Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Reproductive System, Contraception
and STDs
Lab quiz 11
5/1-3 Reproductive System Development Practical 3- Pig, Male and Female
Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Reproductive Systems
5/8 Lecture Exam 5 (final) – Chapters 15-18 Tuesday May 8th 10:15am

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Teaching Schedule
The scheduling of the activities and teaching strategies on this syllabus, but not the objectives or content,
may be altered at any time at the discretion of the instructor.

Withdrawals: The last day to drop this course is 4/12/17. Failure to attend class does not constitute
official withdrawal. If students are considering a withdrawal, they should consult directly with the
instructor and an academic advisor. Students may withdraw from a class through the Registration Office,
either in person or by fax: (815) 455-3766. In their request, students should include their name, student
ID number, course prefix, number and section, course title, instructor, reason for withdrawing, and their
signature. Withdrawal from a course will not be accepted over the telephone. The instructor will not
withdrawal a student from the class.

Academic Support for Special Populations Students

Students with Disabilities:

It is the policy and practice of McHenry County College to create inclusive learning environments. If you
are a student with a disability that qualifies under the American with Disabilities Act – Amended
(ADAA) and require accommodations, please contact the Access and Disability Services office for
information on appropriate policies and procedures for receiving accommodations and support.
Disabilities covered by ADAA may include learning, psychiatric, and physical disabilities, or chronic
health disorders. Students should contact the Access and Disability Services office if they are not certain
whether a medical condition/disability qualifies. To receive accommodations, students must make a
formal request and must supply documentation from a qualified professional to support that request.
However, you do not need to have your documentation in hand for our first meeting. Students who
believe they qualify must contact the Access and Disability Services office to begin the accommodation
process. All discussions remain confidential. The Access and Disability Services office is located in
Room A260 in A Building in the Atrium. To schedule an appointment to speak with the manager, please
call (815) 455-8766. Information about disabilities services at MCC can be found at:
www.mchenry.edu/access

Additional syllabus information and resources can be found at www.mchenry.edu/syllabusinfo

STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING ALL SYLLABUS INFORMATION.

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