COLLIN COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Information
Course Number: Biology 1407
Course Title: Biology for Science Majors II
Course Description:
Lecture: The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and
prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals.
Dissection included.
Lab: Laboratory activities will reinforce study of the diversity and classification of life, including animals, plants,
protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of
plants and animals. Dissection included.
Course Credit Hours:
Lecture Hours:
Lab Hours:
4
3
3
Prerequisite: Biology 1406
Student Learning Outcomes:
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State-mandated Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
Lecture
1. Describe modern evolutionary synthesis, natural selection, population genetics, micro and macroevolution,
and speciation.
2. Describe phylogenetic relationships and classification schemes.
3. Identify the major phyla of life with an emphasis on plants and animals, including the basis for
classification, structural and physiological adaptations, evolutionary history, and ecological significance.
4. Describe basic animal physiology and homeostasis as maintained by organ systems.
5. Compare different sexual and asexual life cycles noting their adaptive advantages.
6. Illustrate the relationship between major geologic change, extinctions, and evolutionary trends.
Lab
1. Apply scientific reasoning to investigate questions, and utilize scientific tools such as microscopes and
laboratory equipment to collect and analyze data. (Teamwork)
2. Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving to make informed decisions in the laboratory. (Critical
Thinking Skills)
3. Communicate effectively the results of scientific investigations. (Communication Skills)
4. Demonstrate knowledge of modern evolutionary synthesis, natural selection, population genetics, micro
and macroevolution, and speciation. (Empirical and Quantitative Skills)
5. Distinguish between phylogenetic relationships and classification schemes.
6. Identify the major phyla of life with an emphasis on plants and animals, including the basis for
classification, structural and physiological adaptations, evolutionary history, and ecological significance.
7. Describe basic animal physiology and homeostasis as maintained by organ systems.
8. Compare different sexual and asexual life cycles noting their adaptive advantages.
9. Illustrate the relationship between major geologic change, extinctions, and evolutionary trends.
Withdrawal Policy: See the current Collin Registration Guide for last day to withdraw.
Collin College Academic Policies: See the current Collin Student Handbook.
Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Collin College will adhere to all applicable federal, state and local laws,
regulations and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal educational
opportunity. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the ACCESS office, SCC-D140 or 972.881.5898 (V/TTD:
972.881.5950) to arrange for appropriate accommodations. See the current Collin Student Handbook for additional
information.
INSTRUCTOR’S INFORMATION
Instructor’s Name: Sukanya Subramanian
Office Number: F213
Office Hours: MW 2.00-2.30 pm, 3.45- 4.15pm, T 1.00 - 2.30 pm, R 1.00 - 3.30 pm or you can make an
appointment
Phone Number: 972-377-1583
Email: ssubramanian@collin.edu
web page: http://iws.collin.edu/ssubramanian
CLASS INFORMATION
Section Number: P03
Meeting Times: TR 10.00 – 11.45am
Meeting Location:F249
Course Resources Biology, 9th /10th ed., Campbell (also available as a custom Volume 2 copy) along with
masteringbiology,
Supplies: None.
Attendance Policy: Attendance is mandatory. Individual conflicts with this policy are to be discussed with
the instructor. Students who stop attending class and do not officially withdraw from the course will be
assigned a grade of “F”. You may repeat this course only once after receiving a grade, including W The last day
to withdraw is 3/20/15. Religious Holy Days: please refer to the current Collin Student Handbook.
LATERAL TRANSFER POLICY
Lateral transfers will not be granted after the 4th week of class or after the first lecture exam, which ever comes first.
Exceptions to this are for documented changes in work schedule or family emergencies. If a student does transfer to
another section, all previous grades will accompany the student. However, the new instructor can require the student
to retake any exam or quiz. For questions concerning this policy, contact the Biology Department Chair.
Exam Make-ups: For any exam make-up to be approved, students must provide their instructor with documentation
verifying that the nature of their absence was for an acceptable reason. Please note: an exam make-up will be approved
ONLY for legitimate reasons. Every request for a make-up should be accompanied by appropriate documentation.
Arriving late or unprepared for the exam will not qualify for a make-up approval. The make-up exam date and time
will be discussed and agreed between the instructor and the student.
Method of Evaluation:
Overall Course Grade:
Lecture 70%, Lab 30%
Lecture: 5 major exams (The exams may be multiple choice that will be taken in class, take home
quizzes/exams combined with homework assignments, projects: The date of the exams will be confirmed
approximately a week before the exam).
Make-up exams may only be granted in the event of extenuating circumstances (e.g. hospitalization of the
student, death in the family, etc.) that are supported by documentation. The instructor reserves the right to
make the determination of whether a particular situation merits a make-up exam. Please contact the
instructor as soon as possible if a situation arises that prevents you from attending class on a scheduled
exam date otherwise the request will not be considered. If you anticipate a problem that may impact a
future exam, please get in touch with the instructor to discuss the situation as soon as you know of a
potential conflict.
Extra Credit, Homework and Quizzes as determined by instructor
BIOLOGY 1407 -GENERAL BIOLOGY II LECTURE -TENTATIVE COURSE CALENDAR
WEEK
LECTURE TOPICS
CHAPTER
1
***1/19 MLK Holiday***
Ch. 22
2
Evolution
Population Genetics ,
Species Concepts & Speciation
Ch. 23
Ch. 24,
3
Classification & Systematics
Ch. 26
Ch. 25 (pp521-529)
Adaptive Radiations, Evolutionary
Development & Novelties ,
***Spring Census Date (drop with no
grade) 2/2/15***
4
Protista
Ch. 28
5
Exam 1
5
Seedless Plants
Ch. 29
6
Seed Plants
Ch. 30
7
Plant Structure & Transport in Plants
Ch. 35, 36
***spring break 3/9-3/15– Campus Open
– Classes Do Not Meet
8
Fungi
9
*** Last Day to Withdraw 3/20***
Exam 2
9
Intro to Animal Diversity
Invertebrates
9
Chordates
Animal Tissues
10
Exam 3
10
Animal Nutrition
Ch.31
Ch. 32
Ch. 33
Ch. 34
Ch. 40, pp. 853-858
Ch.41
For Friday classes
***Spring Holliday 4/3 – 4/5 campus
closed
11
Circulation & Gas Exchange
Ch. 42
12
Osmoregulation and Excretion
Ch. 44
Exam 4
13
Endocrine system
Ch. 45
14
Nervous system
Ch. 49 pp1064-1069
15
Sensory and Motor mechanisms
Ch. 50 pp-1103-1110
16
Final Exams
3
4