| Initiative Title | Anatomic Models for Biology Department Labs (Intro Bio, A&P 1, A&P 2) |
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| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | No |
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| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | The following models are needed for use in our Introduction to Biology (Bio 110), Anatomy & Physiology 1 (Bio 111), and Anatomy & Physiology 2 (Bio 112) laboratories. These courses are required prerequisites for students entering our Health Profession Programs and are heavily enrolled. Several of the models reflect student requests to make them available for access in the Biology Center (formerly the BATCAVERN). Models Requested and Use
- Jumbo Ear Model, Intro to Bio, as well as A & P 1 labs
- Heart and Lung Model, Into Bio lab
- Large 3-D Kidney Model, A & P 2 lab
- Hman Musculature Model, Biology Center
- Blood Vessel Structure Model, Biology Center
- Knee Joint Model, Biology Center
NOTE: Student performance on weekly quizzes and practical exams will be monitored to see potential beneficial effect of the supporting models. Student feedback will also be monitored. |
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| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | Without quality anatomic models students are not able to conceptualize three-dimensional anatomic structure critical to a holistic understanding of functional anatomy. This is essential in providing background for prospective nursing, radiologic technology, physical therapy assistant, and occupational therapy assistant students. Currently, some existing models are in disrepair due to decades of use, while other models must be shared between labs which present scheduling conflicts and limit availability to students. |
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| Department Goals | To equip the Biology Center (RCSE 306) with appropriate models for hands on student access and learning, To equip various course laboratories with models to expedite hands on student learning |
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| Programs | |
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| Locations | Main Campus |
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| Estimated Completion Date | 08/26/2026 |
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| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No |
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| Importance | High |
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| Funding Source | Request for Prioritization |
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| Created | 12/12/2025 2:03 pm |
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| Updated | 12/12/2025 2:19 pm |
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Institutional Goals
| Goal |
How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 1. To provide high quality academic courses and programs that prepare a diverse student population to achieve its educational, employment and enrichment goals.
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The models are needed for use in our A & P labs (BIO 111 and BIO 112); courses which are required prerequisites for students entering our Health Profession Programs and are heavily enrolled.
Without quality anatomic models students are not able to conceptualize three-dimensional anatomic structure critical to a holistic understanding of functional anatomy. |
Action Steps
| Action Step |
Responsible Party |
Order |
| Obtain bids from appropriate vendors, place orders for models and set up in A & P labs |
Biology Department Chair and Technical Assistant |
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Expected Outcomes
| Outcome |
Order |
| Enhanced student learning experience and performance on lab exercises . |
1 |
Assessment Methods
| Method |
Description |
Other Method |
Responsible Party |
| Student Surveys: Satisfaction Need |
Surveys can be developed internally and administered to assess student frequency, importance, need and satisfaction institution’s staff, office and services and programming. |
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Biology Department Chair and Biology Technical Assistant |
Resources
| INITIAL YEAR COST: |
$3,000.00 |
| RECURRING COST: |
$0.00 |
Equipment
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| $3000. for Anatomic Models |
$3000.00
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| TOTAL: |
$3,000.00 / $0.00 |
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Facility
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Supply
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Staffing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Training
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Marketing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Other
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Prioritization
This is initiative is ready for prioritization.
Assessment
| Date | Department Name | Status | Cost to Date | Funding Source | |
| No results found. |