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Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology
2010 – 2011 Human Body Systems Syllabus
Dr. Larry Vandeventer
Room Number 633
Office Hours: 2:30 – 3:30 pm Monday - Thursday
Telephone: 980.343.5992
ext. 449
Email: [email protected]
About Dr. Vandeventer
Dr. Vandeventer is originally from Illinois. After completing his internship at
Chicago General Health Service, he moved to Tampa, Florida where he
practiced for 14 years. His primary focus was on sports medicine and
musculoskeletal conditions. In 1993, Dr. Vandeventer joined an established
group of physicians in Charlotte, where he practiced for 13 years. In 2006,
he began a teaching career at Phillip O. Berry Academy. In addition to
teaching Sports Medicine, Human Body Systems and Medical Interventions
he has also served as Berry’s sports medicine first responder, coaches the
Boys Golf Team and is a co-advisor for Berry's Interact Club. Dr.
Vandeventer is married and has two children.
Course Overview
Human Body Systems™ - Students will build on the concepts and skills
acquired in the Principles of Biomedical Science course. They will engage
in the study of the processes, structures, and interactions of the human
body systems. Important concepts in the course include: communication,
transport of substances, locomotion, metabolic processes, defense, and
protection. The central theme is how the body systems work together to
maintain homeostasis and good health. The systems are studied as “parts
of a whole,” working together to keep the amazing human machine
functioning at an optimal level. Students design experiments, investigate
the structures and functions of body systems, and use data acquisition
software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and
voluntary actions, and respiratory operation. Students work through
interesting real world cases and often play the role of biomedical
professionals to solve medical mysteries.
Course Topics
Unit 1 Identity – An Introduction to Human Body Systems
Chapter 1: Identity: Human
Human Body Systems
Identity
Function
Interactions
Directional and Regional Terms
Chapter 2: Identity: Human Tissue
Epithelial tissue
How to Use a Microscope
Muscle tissue
Nervous tissue
Connective tissue
Skeletal System
Bones, cartilage, ligaments and tendons
Career Exploration – Bone Detectives
Chapter 3: Identity: Molecules and Cells
Biometrics
DNA Structure
Gel Electrophoresis
DNA Function
Protein Synthesis
Career Exploration
DNA Analyst
Forensic Anthropologist
Unit 2 Human Communication – The Nervous System
Chapter 4: The Brain
Structure
Function
Chapter 5: Electrical Communication
Neurons
Structure
Function
Reflexes
Neurological Disorders
Career Exploration - Neurologists
Chapter 6: Chemical Communication
Endocrine System
Hormones
Chapter 7: The Human Eye
Anatomy of the Eye
Visual Perception
Career Exploration - Eye Care Professionals
Unit 3 Power
Chapter 8: Introduction to Power
Resources That Power the Human Machine
The Rule of Threes
Chapter 9: Food - The Digestive System
Structure
Function
Enzymes
ATP
Chapter 10: Oxygen - The Respiratory System
Structure
Function
Gas Exchange
Career Exploration – Respiratory Therapist
Chapter 11: Water - The Urinary System
Structure
Function
Water Balance
Urinalysis
Unit 4 Movement
Chapter 12: Joints and Motion
Range of Motion
Chapter 13: Muscles
Building a Better Body
Laws of Contraction
Chapter 14: Blood Flow
Heart
Anatomy
Function
Blood Vessels
Structure
Function
Chapter 15: Energy and Motion
Exercise Physiology
Career Explorations
Sports Medicine Physician
Athletic Trainer
Nutritionist
Unit 5 Protection – The Immune System and Defense Mechanisms
Chapter 16: Skin
Structure
Function
Understanding Burns
Chapter 17: Bones
Anatomy of Calcified Tissue
Fractures and Repair
Career Exploration – X-ray Technologist
Chapter 18: Lymph and Blood Cells
Lymphatic and Immune System
Human Blood Typing
Unit 6 Homeostasis - Health and Wellness
Chapter 19: Maintaining Health and Homeostasis
Medical Interventions
Injury and Illness and Disease
Creating Case Studies
Career Exploration – The Medical Team
How Professionals Interact Effectively
Required Course Material
1- Three ring binder, 2”
Loose leaf notebook paper, college ruled
Pens and pencils for use in class everyday
Colored pencils or markers
Course Grading and Evaluation
Grades will be based on a variety of tests, quizzes, projects and
assignments. Lab notebook will be a key factor in the final grade. The
grading will be weighted as follows:
Tests
Projects/participation
Quizzes
Homework
40%
30%
20%
10%
93-100
85-92
77-84
70-76
Below 70
A
B
C
D
F
This course consists of a number of projects and activities. Your degree of
effort and involvement, regardless of whether the assignment is individual
or group, will be reflected in your grade.
Assessment Dates
Mini-assessments will occur at the end of each sub-unit.
Mid-terms: March 28 – 31, 2011
Finals:
June 2 - 7, 2011
**Exact dates are subject to change due to pacing and school days.**
Attendance
Attendance for this class is mandatory. If you are absent you will be
allowed 5 school days from the day you return to turn in any assignments
that have been missed. An area will be designated in the classroom for
any material handed out in your absence and it will be your
responsibility to check for the material upon your return.
Tardies
The tardy policy will strictly follow the school policy. If you should arrive
late go directly to the “tardy log”, sign in and leave your pass on the table
next to the log. Your reason for tardiness should be entered on the log and
should be specific… not simply, “I was late”.
Classroom Procedures and Rules
1. You should be in your seat and silently working on the warm-up
when the bell rings.
2. Raise your hand when you have a question. Wait to be addressed
before responding. Do not interrupt others.
3. Do not sit on the tables or put your feet on the furniture.
4. No profanity of any kind will be tolerated.
5. No food, candy or gum is allowed in the classroom.
6. No electronic devices such as games or IPods are allowed. They will
be confiscated and only returned to a parent during a conference.
7. Sleeping is absolutely prohibited.
8. Do not copy answers from your classmates or allow classmates to
copy from you. CMS policy calls for immediate action as well as an F
for that assignment or test if you are caught cheating.
9. Homework will be accepted late but there will be a 10 point reduction
for each day it is late. As noted above in the section on attendance,
for an excused absence you will be allowed 5 days after you return to
complete the missed assignments and will not be subject to the point
reduction policy if assignments are submitted within that 5 day period.