BIOL-1406-01 - Biology for Science Majors I
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
House Bill 2504
Fall 2017 Course Syllabus
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Semester | Fall 2017 | ||||||||||||
Instructor | Longlet, Nancy Joann | ||||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6324 | ||||||||||||
longletn@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||||
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MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you’ve logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the “My Courses” tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||||
Course Information | |||||||||||||
Course Number | 90085 | ||||||||||||
Course Description | Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. Laboratory activities will reinforce the fundamental principles of living organisms, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Study and examination of the concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. | ||||||||||||
Course Prerequisites | Basic skills and competency in reading, writing and math. | ||||||||||||
Required Textbooks |
Biology Life on Earth With Physiology, 11th ed, by Audesirk, Audesirk & Byers, Pearson, (Make sure you have the “With Physiology”version.) Modified Mastering Biology Access code. The ISBN for the Package/bundle containing both the textbook and access code is ISBN: 978-013-458-0982. The ISBN for just the Mastering Biology Access code that contains an etext is ISBN 0134-260-201. The ISBN for just the printed textbook is ISBN 978-013-392-3001. |
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Attendance Policy | The classrooms we will be using are somewhat small. Thus, entering lecture late is a disruption to the entire class. Thus, if you are routinely and/or excessively tardy, you may be asked to drop the course, or an instructor initiated drop may be conducted. Changes in lecture schedule, changes in exam dates, etc will be announced at the beginning of the lecture. Don't be late! If you arrive late to an exam, you will not be given extra time to complete the exam. If you arrive after a student has already turned in the exam, you will not be allowed to take the exam. | ||||||||||||
Course Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
Your grade for the lecture component of this class will be based on your exam grades and your grade on the online homework assignments. The average for the lecture component will be calculated by the average of your 5 lecture exams and the average of all of the homework assignments. Exams will consist of multiple choice, multiple answer and short answer questions. Short answer questions will require you to write definitions, explain a concept, list items, label, etc. Approximately 20% - 30% of the test will be short answer. MY EXAMS ARE VERY THOROUGH!! YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE THE REVIEW QUESTIONS AS A GUIDE FOR WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW FOR THE EXAMS. The final exam MAY (or may not) be comprehensive, meaning that it will cover information from the first 4 exams, as well as the new material. The lecture average will comprise 75% of the course grade, while the lab average will make up the remaining 25% of the course grade. |
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Final Exam Date | December 11, 2017 - 1:00 PM | ||||||||||||
Major Assignments |
Day Date Topics M 8/28 Introduction, Characteristics of Life, homeostasis W 8/30 Classification, Hypothesis & science, Chemical elements, Atomic structure, Isotopes M 9/4 Labor Day Holiday W 9/6 Chemical bonds, chemistry of water, acids, bases,pH M 9/11 Organic molecules, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins W 9/13 Nucleic Acids, Cell Theory, prokaryotic & eukaryotic cells, cellular organelles M 9/18 Structure and function of cellular organelles W 9/20 Exam #1, Chapters 1-4 M 9/25 Plasma membrane, S/F of the cell membrane, membrane permeability, Passive transport, diffusion, facilitated diffusion, Osmosis W 9/27 Osmosis, Active transport systems, cell-cell junctions, energy, Law of Thermodynamics M 10/2 Enzymes, Overview of Photosynthesis, Light Reactions, Dark Reactions W 10/4 Types of Cellular Metabolism, ATP M 10/9 Electron carriers, oxidation & reduction, Glycolysis, Transition reaction W 10/11 TCA Cycle, ETC, Summary/overview of Cellular metabolism M 10/16 Exam #2, Chapters 5-8 W 10/18 Cell Cycle; Interphase, Mitosis, Cytokinesis, Cancer and the cell cycle M 10/23 Prokaryotic cell division, Meiosis W 10/25 Phases of Meiosis I, Phases of Meiosis II, Gametogenesis, non-disjunction M 10/30 Gregor Mendel, Parent Cross, F1 Cross, F2 generation, Law of Segregation, Test Cross, 2 trait cross W 11/1 Autosomal traits, Autosomal disorders, autosomal recessive, Genetic disorders, Sex-linked inheritance M 11/6 Exam 3 Chapters 9 - 11 W 11/8 DNA discovery, DNA Structure & Function, DNA Replication, Genes, RNA Structure M 11/13 Transcription, Translation, Genetic code W 11/15 Protein Synthesis M 11/20 Review of Protein synthesis, Eukaryotic Gene regulation, Causes of genetic mutations W 11/22 Types of genetic mutations, carcinogenesis, cloning,PCR, Biotechnology products, Gene therapy M 11/27 Exam 4 Chapters 12-14 W 11/29 Natural Selection postulates, populations & genes pools, causes of evolution M 12/4 Random vs Nonrandom mating, genetic flow, genetic drift, population distributions W 12/6 Timeline of the Earth, Appearance of Life on Earth, Plate tectonics M 12/11 1:00-3:00 FINAL EXAM Ch. 15, 16, 18 |
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Calendar of Lecture Topics and Major Assignment Due Dates |
Summary of Exam Dates Day Date Exam W 9/20 Exam #1 Chapters 1-4 M 10/16 Exam #2 Chapters 5-8 M 11/6 Exam #3 Chapters 9-11 M 11/27 Exam #4 Chapters 12-14 M 12/11 FINAL EXAM Chapters 15, 16, 18 |
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General Education/Core Curriculum Student Learning Outcomes |
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Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills ďż˝ Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. Creatively identifies problem, argument, or issue (to determine extent of information needed); differentiates the facts from opinions as relates to situation; constructs possible solutions or prediction or consequences; uses logical, sound reasoning to justify conclusion. PSLO 2: Communication Skills ďż˝ Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication. Expresses a strong thesis; organizes information with effective transitions & sequencing of ideas; uses substantial, logical & specific development of ideas; details are relevant, original, credible and correctly documented when appropriate to show an effective development and interpretation of ideas; and presents ideas in appropriate mode of expression for the task. PSLO3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills ďż˝ Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. Identifies mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; uses mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task; analyzes how to use the principles; and applies problem-solving skills in mathematical or scientific principles needed to complete task with correct informed conclusions. PSLO 4: Teamwork Skills- Shows the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. Helps the team move forward by discussing merits of alternative ideas; Treats team members respectfully; uses positive facial, vocal or written tone, or language to convey a positive attitude; Motivates teammates by expressing confidence about the importance of the task; Provides assistance/encouragement to team members; Completes all assigned tasks by deadline; Addresses conflict constructively; or helps the group avoid conflict completely. ***PSLOs 3 & 4 will be measured in the lab portion of Bio 1406. Students do not receive a separate grade for lecture and lab. |
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Course Student Learning Outcomes |
Learning Outcomes Biol 1406 Lecture Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Describe the characteristics of life. (PSLO 1,2) Measured by embedded questions. 2. Explain the methods of inquiry used by scientists. (PSLO 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions 3. Identify the basic requirements of life and the properties of the major molecules needed for life. (PSLO 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions. 4. Compare and contrast the structures, reproduction, and characteristics of viruses, prokaryotic cells, and eukaryotic cells. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. 5. Describe the structure of cell membranes and the movement of molecules across a membrane. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. 6. Identify the substrates, products, and important chemical pathways in metabolism. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. 7. Identify the principles of inheritance and solve classical genetic problems. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. 8. Identify the chemical structures, synthesis, and regulation of nucleic acids and proteins. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. 9. Describe the unity and diversity of life and the evidence for evolution through natural selection. (PSLO alpha, 1, 2) Measured by embedded questions and pre-post test questions. |
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Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||||
Facility Policies |
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Additional Information | If you wish to ask a question about your grade(s) via email, you must email me from YOUR LSCPA email account. I will NOT send information about grades in replies to emails sent from your personal email source or a friend's LSCPA email account. | ||||||||||||
Important Information | |||||||||||||
ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||||
Copyright Violations |
Some material in this course may be copyrighted. They may be used only for instructional purposes this semester,
by students enrolled in this course. These materials are being used fairly and legally.
No one may distribute or share these copyrighted materials in any medium or format with anyone outside this class,
including publishing essays with copyrighted material, uploading copyrighted material to Facebook or YouTube, or
painting or performing copyrighted material for public display.
Copyright violation is not the same thing as plagiarism. Plagiarism is intellectual dishonesty. Offenses of plagiarism result in lower grades or failing scores, and professors and the college strictly enforce plagiarism rules. There is never any acceptable use of plagiarism. Copyright violation is a legal offense, punishable by large fines and penalties. Copyrighted material can be used if permission from the material’s creator is obtained, or if its use meets the standards of fair use in an educational setting. For example, a student can quote a line from Shakespeare’s Hamlet in a report without violating copyright but still be guilty of plagiarism if the quotation is not properly documented. If you are in doubt about what material can be freely used, ask your professor or contact the Dean of Library Services, at (409) 984-6216. |
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Assessment Statement |
Assessment is a process by which LSCPA can help you learn better and gauge the level of progress you have made to
attain knowledge, skills, beliefs, and values. It also helps your professors understand how to improve teaching
and testing methods in your classes, and it helps each department understand and improve degree and certificate
programs.
Periodically LSC-PA will collect assessment data for research and reporting purposes, including statistical data and sometimes copies of your work. Be assured that all material the college uses for assessment purposes will be kept confidential. To ensure anonymity, your name will be removed from any material we use for assessment purposes, including video-recorded performances, speeches, and projects. If you object to allowing LSC-PA to use your material for assessment purposes, submit a letter stating so to your professor by the 12th class day. You will still be required to participate in whatever assessments are being done; we just won’t use your data. What’s the difference between assessment and grades? The grades you get on papers, projects, speeches, and assignments are specific types of focused assessment. LSC-PA’s assessment efforts include class grades, surveys, standardized tests, and other tools. |
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Privacy Notice |
Federal privacy laws apply to college students. This means that college employees, including instructors, cannot
divulge information to third parties, including parents and legal guardians of students. Even if the students are
minors, information about their college work cannot be shared with anyone except in very limited circumstances.
Anyone requesting information about a student should be referred to the Registrar. Instructors will be notified in writing by that Office about what information may be released and to whom. Please remember that releasing private information about a student, however innocuous it may seem, can be a violation of federal law, with very serious consequences. Circumstances under which information may be released:
An adult student may submit, to the Registrar, a handwritten, signed note granting permission for release of
information. The note must specify what information may be divulged, and it must specify the name of the person
to whom the information may be given.
The Registrar’s office is located in the Student Center room 303B, and can be reached at (409) 984-6165. |
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College-Level Perspectives |
This course helps add to the students’ overall collegiate experience in the following ways:
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Degree Plan Evaluation |
A Degree Plan Evaluation will help you determine which classes you need to complete your program.
All of the classes that you have taken that apply to your declared major will be listed on the right. If you have a class that still needs to be completed, a “NO” will be listed on the right next to the required class. |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA’s efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||||
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