BIO 130 Syllabus
Histology
Fall 2007

Instructor
Information

Course Description

Course Objectives

Textbook/CD Rom

Technology

Schedule

Exams/Grades

Course Policies

 

Instructor's Information

Rose Leigh Vines, Ph.D., MT(ASCP)
E-mail: rlvines@csus.edu
Web page: http://www.csus.edu/indiv/v/vinesr
Professor of Biological Sciences
Office: SQU 126
Office Hours: T,R 8:30-10:00am
Office Phone: (916)278-6317

Course Description

Study of the morphology and physiology of cells in primary normal human tissues and the arrangment and adapatations of tissues in organs and organ systems. The characteristics and properties of abnormalities in human tissues will be covered if time permits. Lecture two hours; laboratory three hours. Prerequisite: BIO 010 and BIO 011, or both BIO 001 and BIO 002. 3 units.

 

Course Objectives

  • describe the structure and function of the normal tissues of the body
  • provide a background for students in biological sciences and allied health fields of study who are continuing their clinical training in professional and graduate programs

Required Textbook and CD-ROM

Basic Histology Text and Atlas, Luiz Carlos Junqueira and Jose Carneiro, 11th Ed., McGraw-Hill Publishing, 2005.

Histology: An Interactive Virtual Microscope, CD-ROM, Ruth Wood and Joel Schechter, Sinauer Associates, Inc. (www.sinauer.com), 2003.

You can purchase the textbook and CD-ROM through the Hornet Bookstore.

Technology Requirements

All students enrolled in BIO 130 must get a SacLink account by the end of the first week of classes. Students should be comfortable using a computer and willing to browse the Internet. This class requires online class participation in the Web assignments. In addition, RealOne Player software is required to view video streamed materials and Adobe Acrobat Reader software is required for printing of class handouts. They can be downloaded free from the Internet. Materials will download faster if you use a high-speed (broadband) computer connection to the Internet (campus network or a DSL/cable modem). Students can access the Internet from one of the campus student labs if a personal high-speed connection is not available.

Check out Computer Hardware Recommendations for Sacramento State Students for more information about equipment.

Schedule

Topics

Date

Lecture: Introduction to the Course; Introduction to WebCT
Lab: Check-In

9/5/07

Lecture: Histology and Its Methods of Study
Lab: Cells

9/10/07
Lecture: Epithelial Tissue
Lab: Epithelial Tissue
9/12/07

Lecture: Connective Tissue
Lab: Connective Tissue

9/17/07

Lecture: Connective Tissue, Skin
Lab: Connective Tissue, Skin

9/19/07

Lecture: Cartilage Tissue and Bone Tissue
Lab: Cartilage Tissue and Bone Tissue

9/24/07
Lecture: Muscle Tissue
Lab: Muscle Tissue
9/26/07

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 1 LECTURE AND LAB

10/1/07

Lecture: Nervous Tissue and Nervous System
Lab: Nervous Tissue

10/3/07

Lecture: Nervous Tissue and Nervous System, Endocrine System
Lab: Nervous Tissue and Nervous System, Endocrine System

10/8/07

Lecture: Circulatory System
Lab: Circulatory System

10/10/07

Lecture: Blood Cells and Hematopoiesis
Lab: Blood Cells and Hematopoiesis

10/15/07

Lecture: Lymphoid Organs
Lab: Lymphoid Organs

10/17/07

Lecture: Respiratory System
Lab: Respiratory System

10/22/07

Lecture: Respiratory System
Lab: Respiratory System

10/24/07

Review

10/29/07

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 2 LECTURE and LAB

10/31/07

Lecture: Digestive System
Lab: Digestive System

11/5/07
Lecture: Digestive System
Lab: Digestive System
11/7/07

VETERANS' HOLIDAY

11/12/07
Lecture: Digestive System
Lab: Digestive System
11/14/07

Lecture: Urinary System
Lab: Urinary System

11/19/07

Lecture: Urinary System
Lab: Urinary System

11/21/07
Lecture: Male Reproductive System
Lab: Male Reproductive System
11/26/07

Lecture: Female Reproductive System
Lab: Female Reproductive System

11/28/07

Reproductive Systems (con't)

12/3/07

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 3 LECTURE and LAB

12/5/07

Morphology Review

12/10/07

Morphology Review

12/12/07

COMPREHENSIVE FINAL LAB EXAM

12/17/07

Exams, Class Attendance and Grading Policies

There will be a total of 480 points in the course. There are three written exams, each worth 80 points, and three laboratory midterm exams, each worth 60 points. The Final Exam is a comprehensive laboratory identification exam and is worth 60 points.

The format for examinations will be different depending on the information covered on the exam. Examples of types of questions which may occur on the examinations include multiple-choice, matching, short answer, discussion, and morphology identification.

Attendance is required for all lectures and laboratories. Roll will be taken at all class meetings. Absence from more than 2 lectures or laboratories will result in a Final Grade of "WU" for the course. There are no make-up lecture or laboratory examinations.

Final Grades are determined using the following criteria:

A

Outstanding achievement

90% of total possible points

B

Excellent performance; clearly exceeds course requirements

80-89%

C

Meets course requirements

70-79%

D

Passed, but not at average achievement standards

60-69%

F

Failure to meet class requirements

less than 60%

 

Plus and minus grades may be given at the discretion of the Instructors.

Cheating Policy

Anyone cheating in any capacity will be assigned a final grade of "F" for the course. No exceptions.

Laptop and Cell Phone Regulation

Laptop computers are to be used for note-taking only. All cell phones must be turned off or set on vibration mode while in class. No text messaging or e-mailing is permitted.

Add/Drop Policies

The add/drop policies for all on-campus and off-campus students in BIO 130 are the same as the Sacramento State add/drop policies. Students should refer to the Sacramento State Academic Calendar on the Web site (http://www.csus.edu/) for the appropriate add/drop dates.

Disability Accommodations

If you have a disability and require accommodations, you need to provide disability documentation to SSWD, Lassen Hall 1008, 916-278-6955. Please discuss your accommodation needs with me after class or during my office hours early in the semester.

 

Send problems, comments or suggestions to: rlvines@csus.edu

California State University, Sacramento
Department of Biological Sciences
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Updated: August 29, 2007