Classroom
122 University Club, 1st Floor Ballroom (M,F) and B20 William Pitt Union (W)Class Meetings
- Lectures:
- Monday, Wednesday--
- 6:00-7:15 PM
- PBLs and Exams:
- Friday--
- 3:25-5:25 PM
Office Hours
Due to social distancing requirements, office hours will be conducted remotely via Zoom twice per week. There will be one morning and one evening session to accommodate all timezones for remote students. In addition, private sessions can be scheduled by emailing Dr. Yates.
In addition, the UTAs and Medical Student Instuctors will host a review session once per week.
Dr. Yates' Office Hours Schedule:
Tuesday: 8-9 PM; Thursday 8-9 AM
Connect to Dr. Yates's Office Hours Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 842 7326 0414; Passcode: Physiology
Medical Students Office Hours Schedule:
Friday 1-2 PM
Connect to Medical Students Office Hours Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 991 8621 9670; Passcode: Physiology
UTA Office Hours Schedule:
Monday 10-11 AM
Connect to UTA Office Hours Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 960 7857 5026; Passcode: Physiology
Grading
Your grade will be calculated as follows
- 20% from each of 4 exams
- 12% from group learning exercises
- 5% for homework (Tophat)
- 3% for completing the Neurophysiology Modules during the first three weeks of class
Course Design
This class is designed to allow simultaneous in-person and online engagement. There is no obligation for students to attend class sessions in person.
Classroom lectures will be provided for students who desire an in-person experience while the University is in Guarded risk status. In addition, all lectures will be live-streamed via Zoom and recorded for asynchronous viewing. Students attending lectures remotely can ask questions by unmuting their microphone or via the chat function in Zoom.
In Elevated and High Risk status, there will be no classroom lectures; lectures will be live-streamed, and recorded for asynchronous viewing.
Connect to Lecture Via Zoom
Meeting ID: 989 0415 9654; Passcode: Physiology
Exams
To make exams equitable for both in-person and remote learners, they will be conducted online. Students are welcome to come to the classroom to take the exam (when in Guarded status,except the final exam), or they may choose to take it remotely. For in-class exams, students must bring their own computer or device to complete the exam online. The link to the exam will be distributed at the beginning of the class session.
Exams are closed-book, and must be completed without the use of notes or other materials. Remote students must be logged into Zoom and must keep their camera on during the exam to verify compliance with the closed-book format.
Remote students can ask for clarifications about questions during the exam via the chat function of Zoom.
Exams will cover material presented in lectures and handouts. Although textbook readings will not explicitly be covered on examinations, students are highly encouraged to at least skim this material to provide a better understanding of information from lectures. Furthermore, the textbook should be used as a reference while studying lecture notes and handouts and preparing for problem based learning exercises.
If a legitimate reason (illness, death in family, medical school interview, etc.) prevents a student from taking an exam on the scheduled date, he or she must notify Dr. Yates in advance and pre-arrange an alternate time to take the exam. If arrangements are not made BEFOREHAND, the student will receive a failing grade for the exam.
Academic Integrity Statement
Cheating/plagiarism will not be tolerated. Students suspected of violating the University of Pittsburgh Policy on Academic Integrity, from the February 1974 Senate Committee on Tenure and Academic Freedom reported to the Senate Council, will be required to participate in the outlined procedural process as initiated by the instructor. A minimum sanction of a zero score for the quiz or exam will be imposed.
Disability Resource Statement
If you have a disability for which you are or may be requesting an accommodation, you are encouraged to contact both your instructor and the Office of Disability Resources and Services, 140 William Pitt Union, 412-648-7890/412-624-3346 (Fax), as early as possible in the term. Disability Resources and Services will verify your disability and determine reasonable accommodations for this course.
COVID-19 Requirements
In the midst of this pandemic, it is extremely important that you abide by public health regulations and University of Pittsburgh health standards and guidelines. While in class, at a minimum this means that you must wear a face covering and comply with physical distancing requirements; other requirements may be added by the University during the semester. These rules have been developed to protect the health and safety of all community members. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in you not being permitted to attend class in person and could result in a Student Conduct violation. For the most up-to-date information and guidance, please visit coronavirus.pitt.edu and check your Pitt email for updates before each class.