Instructor:
Tim Lohman, Ph.D. (lohman@u.arizona.edu) Phone: 621-2639

Office Hours:
There are no set office hours. I am available by appointment only. My office is in the Ina Gittings Bldg., Rm. 114.

Required Readings

• Assigned articles for PSIO 495i/595i available online: www.physiol.arizona.edu/PSIO495I
• Additional articles distributed in class

Prerequisite for this class
Physiology 445/545

Overview of class
This colloquium is designed specifically to facilitate discussion among students, instructors and guest lecturers. The class will incorporate several approaches to learning such as oral presentations, group work and individual student papers. The class structure is designed to limit lecture time and increase class discussion, encouraging expression of opinions, exploration of new issues, and challenging students to think "outside the box". The class will provide a thorough look at issues in the field of body composition, particularly focusing on the relationship between body composition and disease. I encourage students to bring current articles, newspaper clippings and lots of questions to class to discuss with other students.

Expectations of Students
1) The word colloquium is defined as "an informal meeting for the exchange of views", with "colloqui" meaning to talk together; and "loqui" meaning to speak. There will be considerable verbal discussion, which will require students to complete the assignments for each respective class period to sufficiently prepare for participation in discussions. Proper class preparation will facilitate questions and interesting discussions, providing a better learning opportunity for all involved.

2) Students’ individual and group work will be evaluated.

3) If students miss a class session, they are responsible for getting the hand-outs/notes from a fellow student.

4) I encourage students to set aside time for this class throughout the semester. Do not wait until the week before the assignment is due to begin researching. The research necessary for this class takes time, but will become easier and less time-consuming once students discover the process that works best for them. The research completed for one assignment will undoubtedly be of benefit in future class assignments.

5) I will have several guest speakers throughout the semester and expect that students will use the class time effectively to learn as much as possible from these experts in the field.

Overview of Assignments
Assignments will be given weekly and will include the following:

1) Reading one or more peer reviewed journal articles selected by instructor.

2) Each student will answer aloud "the question of the day" OR respond to the assigned reading, expressing their viewpoint on the topic.

4) All assignments should be completed in written format, typed format preferred, (e.g. interviews, information collected from organizations (student must note from where all information is obtained). All assignments and information collected will be turned in to instructor.

Group Work
Being able to work in groups is an important skill to learn. Periodically, assignments will be given to the class to complete as a group, both in and outside of the classroom. It is expected that all members of the group will participate and contribute to the assigned project.

Grading
· Any assignments turned in past the due date will be reduced one full grade per each day it is late. Students will receive a "0" for assignments not turned in.
· If there is a concern about your grade on any assignment or if students wish to explore how they can improve their performance for the next assignment, please make an appointment with the instructor.
· I will fully describe required class assignments as they are assigned. If students have further questions regarding how to complete an assignment, it is their responsibility to make an appointment to meet with one of us. Please do not wait until the last few days before the assignment is due to make an appointment with us. I will decline to meet with students if they wait until the day before the assignment is due.
· Grading will not be based on a curve. (Students will be advised of their grade periodically throughout the semester.)

The lecture notes are in .pdf format. To view them you must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader. **Assigned Readings may now be found under the Notes links.

Class 12: April 15, 2003

Assignment: Summary table
Due Date: March 25, 2003
Points: 50
Topic: Overview of peer reviewed journal article findings on final paper topic.

Assignment: Final Paper
Due Date: Topics chosen by student: topics due to instructor March 4, 2003.
Paper Due: April 15, 2003
Points: 120
Students will write a final paper of 5-7 pages, excluding tables and charts. Students will choose a topic relating a chronic disease and body composition. The students will present their findings during the final presentation (see below). Papers will be graded on clarity of thought, presentation of findings and thoroughness of review of the current research surrounding this disease and its association with body composition.

Assignment: Final oral presentation
Date: April 22, 29 and May 6, 2003
Points: 60
Students will present information gained throughout the semester in combination with the students’ own individual research. Topic will be selected by the student (see Final paper above). Format for this presentation will be up to the individual (skit or formal presentation). Visual aids are highly recommended. The students will be graded on the Content, Creativity, and Organization of their presentation and hand-outs. The students will have 15 minutes to present with 5 minutes for questions.