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Histology II - #15120


 

 
Dr. Jane Wittich
952 -888-4777 ext. 231
3.50
60.0
3.0
1.0
This course covers the functional microanatomy of all major body systems.
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    Graduates will demonstrate effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills in a wide variety of contexts, including collaborative activities.
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Course Objectives
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  1. Describe the microanatomy of each organ.
  2. Describe the function of each organ, its tissues and its cells.
  3. Describe the relationship between the structure and function of all components of each organ.
  4. Identify all major organs in microscopic images.
Materials
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A. Required Text(s):
  1. Stevens & Lowe, Histology, 2nd Edition
  2. Wittich, Histology 2
  3. Kerr, Atlas of Functional Histology or any other atlas

ON LINE RESOURCES:

  • Histology Atlas
  • Histology Images



B. Recommended Text(s):
None
C. Required Materials for Lab:
Histology Atlas
Assignments
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Readings are listed in Histology 2 workbook and may be given in class.
Attendance
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Although attendance is not taken, it is expected that students will attend class and come prepared to participate. Students are responsible for all that transpires in the classroom.
Grading Criteria
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  1. In case of illness, the instructor must be notified the day of the exam. When permission is granted, a subjective make-up test will be given requiring correct terminolog, spelling, syntax, and grammar in addtion to complete and detailed content.
  2. No individual exams will be given prior to the regularly scheduled exam.
  3. All regrades must be submitted within one week after the graded tests are returned.
  4. The final exam is not available for review.
  5. Up to 10 points may be decucted from the total score for unprofessional behavior in the classroom.

Exam#1

 Wed. May 30
30 points
Exam #2 Wed. June 27
30 points
Media Exam Monday, July16 20 points
FINAL Monday, July 16 50 points

NOTE: These exam dates may be changed during the trimester.

Guaranteed grades are as follows:

A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = Below 60%
Course Competencies
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COGNITIVE DOMAIN


A. Stains
  • Name the most commonly used basic and acidic stains.
  • Describe what it means for a cell to be basophilic or acidophilic.
  • Name the cell components which contribute to the staining characteristics.
  • Discuss the functional implications of basophilia and acidophilia.

B. Discuss the cytology and function of steroid and protein secreting cells.

C. For each of the Structures listed under specific systems:
  • Discuss the histologic and cytologic features
  • Describe the function of the organ and/or individual cells
  • Discuss the relationships between the structure and function
  • Identify in the light microscope or in light photomicrographs where noted with *
  • Give examples where noted with #

D. For the Secretory Products listed under specific systems:
  • Name the secretory cells
  • Describe the effects
  • Name the major targets
  • Describe the excitatory and/or inhibitory stimuli

E. For the Conditions listed under specific systems:
  • Describe the fundamental physiology and/or pathology
  • Describe the signs/symptoms when appropriate



SPECIFIC SYSTEMS (click here for Specific Systems))



Conditions:
See SPECIFIC SYSTEMS for conditions.

PSYCHOMOTOR DOMAIN


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AFFECTIVE DOMAIN


Demonstrate integrity, respect, and a willingness to learn.
Weekly Calendar of Learning Objectives
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Week Dates Topics/Learning objectives
Week 1 --

Cardiovascular System

Reading Assignments:* (Stevens & Lowe,3rd edition)
page 150: Atheroma
page 160: Disorders of Heart Valves
page 163: Coronary Artery Diseases

Week 2 -- Respiratory System

Reading Assignments: (Stevens & Lowe, 3rd ed.)
page 167- 173
page 181: Chronic Obstructive Airways Disease
Week 3 --

Digestive System

Reading Assignments: (Stevens & Lowe, 3rd ed.)
pages 188-194 (through tongue),

pages 199-202 (salivary glands)

page 204: Esophageal Ulcer
page 214: Gastric Ulcer
page 223: Disorders of the Large Bowel
page 241: Liver Failure
page 236: Cirrhosis
Week 4 -- Digestive System
Week 5 -- Endocrine System
Week 6 -- Endocrine System
Week 7 -- Urinary System

Reading Assignments: (Stevens & Lowe, 3rd ed.)
page 302: Basement Membrane Abnormalities in glomerular disease
pages 304-305: Mesangium
pages 314- 316: Juxtaglomerolar Apparatus
page 317: Kidney Failure
pages 294- 296: Kidney Vasculature
Week 8 -- Urinary System
Male Reproductive

Reading Assignments: (Stevens & Lowe, 3rd ed.)
page 330: Figure 16.5
page 332: Figure 16.7
page 333: Figure 16.8
pages 335-342: Rete-Penis
page 340: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Cancer of the Prostate
Week 9 -- Male Reproductive
Week 10 -- Male Reproductive
Female Reproductive

Reading Assignments: (Stevens & Lowe, 3rd ed.)
pages 357-362: Gamete Production
page 352: Ca of the Cervix
page 353: Leiomyoma
page 365: Endometrial Disorders
page 392: Fibroadenosis andCa of the Breast
pages 362-365: Menstrual Cycle
Week 11 -- Female
Week 12 -- Lymphoid System
Week 13 -- Lymphoid System
Week 14 -- FINALS
Week 15 - -
Please Note
This schedule of lecture and lab topics and quizzes and exams may be changed during the course of the trimester as circumstances require. Whenever possible, such changes will be announced in class before the date and time in question. You are responsible for anything that transpires during lectures and labs, even when you are unable to attend. In the event that you miss a class session, make sure you check with a classmate about any announcements or schedule changes which may have been made. Makeup exams are allowed only according to the policies described in the current student handbook, which is available in the Student Affairs office.
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