General Biology I BIOL 101 Fall 2016 Instructor Information

General Biology I (BIOL 101) Fall 2016

Instructor Information Dr. Darla J. Wise, Ph.D. (preferred address "Dr. Wise") Office: A-232 Phone: 304.384.5283 Fax: 304.384.6225 Email: wised@concord.edu

Office Hours M- 12P, 1P; W - 1P, 2P; F- 12P; or by appointment.

Course Description Cellular metabolism; structures and functions of animals and plants; characteristics of scientific thought.

Course Purpose The study of life begins with an understanding of the fundamental unit of life: the cell. By studying the history of the discovery of the cell and other significant developments in how a cell functions, students will gain an understanding of the metabolism and homeostasis of a cell. From this foundation, the hierarchy of life will be investigated from tissues to organ systems in plants and animals. Case studies involving the dysfunction of organs, particularly in humans, will be used to gain a clearer understanding of their role in organisms and relevance of the subject matter to students. Course materials will be supplemented by studying live and prepared specimens, as well as model representations. Successful completion of this course fulfills a four hours of lab science credit for non-majors and can be the first required biology course for biology majors.

Statement of Teaching Philosophy for Course The instruction method for this course is student interactive-oriented. This instructional style is designed to give the student more control of the teaching-learning environment and less of an emphasis on the traditional lecture-based course. Every topic is a self-contained module where I will present a concept outline and give the appropriate background for the topic(s). After this introduction, there will be assigned reading(s), individual and group assignments to aid in learning the information -- some group activities are in class, others outside of class. At the end of the module, there will be graded assessments and an optional survey for feedback on the module.

Required Texts 1) Raven, Johnson, Mason, Losos, Singer. 2014. Biology, 10th edition.

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McGraw-Hill Publishing. 2) Ford, et al. Biology 101 Laboratory Manual for Fall 2016.

Optional Texts 1) Perry, James and David Morton. 1996. Photo Atlas for Biology. Wadsworth.

Course Goals 1. Understand the basic structure and function of a eukaryotic cell. 2. Understand how processes in physics and chemistry are necessary to the survival of a cell. 3. Understand the history of major discoveries concerning the cell. 4. Understand how scientists answer questions deploying the scientific method. 5. State the major pathways for aerobic respiration, anaerobic respiration and photosynthesis. 6. Describe the structure and function of major plant organs. 7. Describe the structure and function of the major organ and organ systems of animals, including humans. 8. Proficiently use a microscope to examine prepared and live material. 9. Conduct simple scientific investigations to answer questions about life. 10. Within group activities, learn responsibility for your contribution to the effort, work as a team, deal with team problems, and develop leadership skills from working as a group.

Topics/Modules 1. Characteristics of life 2. Evolution and Natural Selection 3. Chemistry of life 4. Cellular organization and function 5. Chemical processes of life 6. Integumentary system 7. Nutritional modes 8. Mechanisms for support and movement 9. Mechanisms for gas exchange 10. Transport systems 11. Fluid control 12. Human reproduction and development 13. Nervous control 14. Homeostasis

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Assessments I. Seventy-five (75) percent of the grade will come from the following:

A. Twelve Modules, each with: - group activity (10pts each) -individual activity (10pts each) -assessment exam (10pts each) - 55% of overall grade

B. Comprehensive final ? multiple choice, short answer questions ? 20% of overall grade

II. Twenty-five percent of the grade will come from the following: - Three laboratory exams (300 pts total)

III. Grade Scale: A = 90-100; B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60, F = > 60. Grades can be monitored throughout the semester on the Moodle Grade Book.

Lab Rules and Dress Code - No food or drink in the lab. - No horseplay; all cellular devices should be in your backpacks. - Shirts must over the torso (no crop tops, tank tops, spaghetti straps, etc); T-shirts with sleeves the come to the elbow are acceptable. - Closed toed shoes (no crocks, flip-flops, sandals, etc) and they must cover the heel. - Shorts and skirts must come to the knee (not above the knee) - Pull back long hair, so it does not enter work space. - If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be removed from lab

Missed Class Activities All parts of many activities can be electronically submitted for full credit, except when in-class participation is required. In this case, the submitted materials will be worth half credit, as in-class participation cannot be replicated. The same is true for group activities, if your portion is complete but you were unable to work with the group, you can receive half credit by electronic submission of your portion of the work. Missed labs are difficult to make up but I will work with you, as best as possible, in light of your personal circumstances should this happen.

Code of Conduct Students are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct and Academic Honor Code as set forth in the Concord University Catalog and Student Handbook,

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respectively. Because of the nature of this course, some specific rules need to be mentioned. Individual work is your own, as is your contribution to a group activity. Your answers to homework, projects, exams, etc. are your own, unless an assignment is collaborative. It is understood that if group collaboration has not specifically been indicated for an assignment, the assignment is to be done as an individual. You will not make solutions to homework, quizzes or exams, etc. available to anyone else. This includes both solutions you have written and official solutions provided by online sources. The term "group activity" refers to working with the students in your designated group and not others in the class. Exams and quizzes are not to be taken with other resources (people, books, other web sites, etc) available, unless otherwise indicated. Violation of any of part of this Code of Conduct can result in a zero (0) on individual assignment(s) or test(s) or an "F" in the course for Academic Dishonesty as described in the current Concord University Catalog.

Students with Disabilities Students requiring special accommodations must notify the instructor as soon as possible following the beginning of the semester with specific requests for accommodation. Students needing special accommodations are encouraged to work through the Student Special Services. All information regarding the need for accommodation will remain confidential.

Withdrawal and Audit Policies Faculty in the Division of Natural Sciences will not sign academic exceptions for withdrawal or allow a switch to audit after the deadline for students earning a grade of D or F. Academic exceptions for withdrawal after the deadline will be considered for students earning grades of A, B, or C only under highly unusual circumstances.

Syllabus Amendments Periodically, changes need to be made to the syllabus. As the syllabus represents a contract between the instructor and the students for the semester, any changes to the syllabus will be discussed in class and/or a memo given to the students for reference.

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Tentative Semester Schedule

Week Aug 15 Aug 22 Aug 29 Sept 5 Sept 12 Sept 19 Sept 26 Oct 3 Oct 10 Oct 17 Oct 24

Oct 31

Nov 7

Nov 14 Nov 21 Nov 28 Dec 6

Lecture (module) Scientific Methodology Cell Structure and Function Cellular Respiration Plant Organization Photosynthesis Plant Physiology & Reproduction Human Organization Digestive System Musculoskeletal System Respiratory System Circulatory System

Urinary System & Excretion

Reproductive System

Nervous System Thanksgiving

Endocrine System Final Exam 11:30A ? 1:45P

Lab No labs Lab I - Microscope Lab II ? Chemistry of Life Lab III ? Cellular Organization Lab Exam #1 Lab IV - Leaves Lab V ? Roots & Stems No Lab Lab VI- Flowers, Fruits, & Seeds Lab Exam #2 Lab VII ? Integumentary & Digestive Systems Lab VIII ? Respiratory, Urinary & Circulatory Systems Lab IX- Skeletal, Muscular, & Reproductive Systems Lab X ? The Nervous System

Break Lab Exam #3

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