BIOSCI-201 - Introduction to Human Anatomy - Thomas Smith

Introduction

Hello! My name is Thomas Smith, and I will be your instructor for the BioSci 201
course. This course is an introduction to the microscopic and gross structure of the human body. Learning Human Anatomy (BioSci 201) will provide you with a great deal of knowledge about the structure and organization of your body. The information in this letter will help you decide whether you would like to take the
course. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I look forward to sharing my knowledge with you about this fascinating study of Human Anatomy!

Course Description

 BioSci 201 begins with an introduction to anatomy and anatomical terms. We refresh our basic knowledge on cells and embryology, then study tissues and the skeleton in the lab. Next we     learn the skeletal muscles of the body and continue exploring the remainder of the 11major body systems.

 Student Learning Outcome (Lecture): Differentiate and analyze the major structural characteristics of the human body.

 Student Learning Outcome (Lab): Perform and evaluate anatomical experiments using representative mammalian specimens and analyze data.

What to Expect in this Course

BioSci 201 is a fast-paced course and every session you will be provided with a lot of information. The authors of the textbook write: “Learning anatomy involves assimilating massive amounts of material.” Yet, the authors have made the subject accessible, and the College of the Canyons Anatomy and Physiology faculty strive to do the same. Make sure that you stay on top of the provided material by spending a few hours per day for your studies in anatomy. As this is a hybrid course, the lecture portions of the course is asynchronous online. The lab portion of the course meets at College of the Canyons Canyon Country Campus. I have posted the syllabus on Canvas, which will provide you with the schedule that we follow for both lecture chapters and lab content. You need to make sure to follow this schedule to stay current with the material and be ready for what we do in the lab..

Lecture portion: Video lectures for each chapter are posted appropriately on the course page. You will require access online to Canvas for viewing. You should review the chapter in your textbook before viewing the lecture. I suggest you read and study the chapter after watching the video, as well as reviewing content the next day or two after to test your recall. You may require doing this more than once or preparing notes, cards, or us an electronic means of review and testing. 

Lab portion: Homework assignments for the lab will be posted on the course page. Lab assignments will be explained in the lab. You should plan to study the lab work in a similar manner as the text chapters. Attendance to the first-class meetings is mandatory. In addition, students are expected to attend every lab, as these may not be made up.

Types of Assessments

Lecture quizzes (weekly). Lecture exams (bi-weekly). Lab practicals (bi-weekly), Cumulative lecture final exam.

Assignments:

Lab reports (Homework bi-weekly), Discussions (weekly).

Textbook Information

Required Materials:

• Marieb, E. et al. Human Anatomy, 9th ed. Pearson, 2019
• Marieb, E. Human Anatomy Laboratory Manual, 9th ed. McGraw Hill, 2019

Required course materials should be obtained as soon as possible. There are OER/ZTC textbooks from other authors available. However, the course assignments and assessments are based upon the Marieb texts and these are required.

Recommended Materials:

• Van De Graaff, K. M. et al. A Photographic Atlas for the Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory, 7th ed. Morton, 2011 (ISBN 10: 0895828758).. 

Other Relevant Course Information

This is a full section with a waitlist. Whether you are enrolled or on the waitlist, you should show up on the first day to ensure your continued enrollment or to possibly be enrolled from the waitlist according to priority. 

Once you start the course, be sure to apply the required time and effort to succeed. Enjoy the course! 

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

• CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
• CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 04/10/2025 Sub#: 1788