Request for New Course
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
DIVISION OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
REQUEST FOR NEW COURSE
DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL:
BIOLOGY
CONTACT PERSON:
MICHAEL ANGELL
CONTACT PHONE:
487-1004
COLLEGE:
ARTS AND SCIENCES
CONTACT EMAIL:
MANGELL@EMICH.EDU
REQUESTED START DATE: TERM____FA_________YEAR____2015_______
A. Rationale/Justification for the Course
This course will be an undergraduate listing of the graduate course BIO 528 – General Virology. The purpose of
creating a separate course listing is to facilitate access to the course for junior/senior undergraduates who have a strong
interest in microbiology or microbial diseases. This option has been popular with undergraduate students taking similar
graduate-designated courses (i.e. BIO 426/526 Immunobiology, BIO 443/543 Developmental Biology, BIO 429/529
Bacterial Pathogenesis). The primary distinction between the undergraduate and graduate versions of this course lies
within the analysis and presentation of the primary scientific literature. Through more numerous (and open ended)
assignments, graduate participants will serve as role models for the undergraduates in the presentation and discussion
of discipline-specific literature.
B. Course Information
1. Subject Code and Course Number:
BIO 428
2. Course Title:
General Virology
3. Credit Hours:
3
4. Repeatable for Credit? Yes_______
No__X____
If “Yes”, how many total credits may be earned?_______
5. Catalog Description (Limit to approximately 50 words.):
A lecture course presenting the molecular nature and replicative strategies of virus families infecting vertebrates. Aspects
of virus-induced transformation (tumorigenesis), cell pathology and immune-responses will also be covered.
6. Method of Delivery (Check all that apply.)
a. Standard (lecture/lab) X
On Campus
X
Off Campus
b. Fully Online
c. Hybrid/ Web Enhanced
7. Grading Mode:
X
Normal (A-E)
X
Credit/No Credit
8. Prerequisites: Courses that MUST be completed before a student can take this course. (List by Subject Code, Number and Title.)
BIO 425 – General Microbiology (C or better)
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9. Concurrent Prerequisites:
Code, Number and Title.)
Courses listed in #5 that MAY also be taken at the same time as a student is taking this course. (List by Subject
10. Corequisites: Courses that MUST be taken at the same time as a student in taking this course. (List by Subject Code, Number and Title.)
11. Equivalent Courses. A student may not earn credit for both a course and its equivalent. A course will count as a repeat if an equivalent
course has already been taken. (List by Subject Code, Number and Title)
BIO 528 – General Virology
12. Course Restrictions:
a. Restriction by College. Is admission to a specific College Required?
College of Business
Yes
No
College of Education
Yes
No
b. Restriction by Major/Program. Will only students in certain majors/programs be allowed to take this course?
Yes
No
X
If “Yes”, list the majors/programs
c. Restriction by Class Level Check all those who will be allowed to take the course:
Undergraduate
Graduate
All undergraduates_______
All graduate students____
Freshperson
Certificate
Sophomore
Masters
Junior
X
Specialist
Senior
X
Doctoral
Second Bachelor___X_____
UG Degree Pending_____
Post-Bac. Tchr. Cert._____
Low GPA Admit_______
Note: If this is a 400-level course to be offered for graduate credit, attach Approval Form for 400-level Course for Graduate
Credit. Only “Approved for Graduate Credit” undergraduate courses may be included on graduate programs of study.
Note: Only 500-level graduate courses can be taken by undergraduate students. Undergraduate students may not register for
600-level courses
d. Restriction by Permission. Will Departmental Permission be required?
Yes
No
(Note: Department permission requires the department to enter authorization for every student registering.)
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13. Will the course be offered as part of the General Education Program?
Yes
No
X
If “Yes”, attach Request for Inclusion of a Course in the General Education Program: Education for Participation in the Global Community
form. Note: All new courses proposed for inclusion in this program will be reviewed by the General Education Advisory Committee. If this
course is NOT approved for inclusion in the General Education program, will it still be offered? Yes
No
C. Relationship to Existing Courses
Within the Department:
14. Will this course will be a requirement or restricted elective in any existing program(s)? Yes X
No
If “Yes”, list the programs and attach a copy of the programs that clearly shows the place the new course will have in the curriculum.
Program Biology Major
Required
Restricted Elective
X
Program Biology Minor
Required
Restricted Elective
X
15. Will this course replace an existing course? Yes
No
X
16. (Complete only if the answer to #15 is “Yes.”)
a. Subject Code, Number and Title of course to be replaced:
b. Will the course to be replaced be deleted?
Yes
No
17. (Complete only if the answer #16b is “Yes.”) If the replaced course is to be deleted, it is not necessary to submit a Request for
Graduate and Undergraduate Course Deletion.
a. When is the last time it will be offered?
Term
Year
b. Is the course to be deleted required by programs in other departments?
Contact the Course and Program Development Office if necessary.
Yes
No
c. If “Yes”, do the affected departments support this change?
Yes
No
If “Yes”, attach letters of support. If “No”, attach letters from the affected department explaining the lack of support, if available.
Outside the Department: The following information must be provided. Contact the Course and Program Development office for
assistance if necessary.
18. Are there similar courses offered in other University Departments?
If “Yes”, list courses by Subject Code, Number and Title
Yes
No
X
19. If similar courses exist, do the departments in which they are offered support the proposed course?
Yes
No
If “Yes”, attach letters of support from the affected departments. If “No”, attach letters from the affected department explaining the lack of
support, if available.
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D. Course Requirements
20. Attach a detailed Sample Course Syllabus including:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
Course goals, objectives and/or student learning outcomes
Outline of the content to be covered
Student assignments including presentations, research papers, exams, etc.
Method of evaluation
Grading scale (if a graduate course, include graduate grading scale)
Special requirements
Bibliography, supplemental reading list
Other pertinent information.
NOTE: COURSES BEING PROPOSED FOR INCLUSION IN THE EDUCATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE GLOBAL
COMMUNITY PROGRAM MUST USE THE SYLLABUS TEMPLATE PROVIDED BY THE GENERAL EDUCATION
ADVISORY COMMITTEE. THE TEMPLATE IS ATTACHED TO THE REQUEST FOR INCLUSION OF A COURSE IN THE
GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM: EDUCATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY FORM.
E. Cost Analysis (Complete only if the course will require additional University resources.
Fill in Estimated Resources for the
sponsoring department(s). Attach separate estimates for other affected departments.)
Estimated Resources:
Year One
Year Two
Year Three
Faculty / Staff
$_________
$_________
$_________
SS&M
$_________
$_________
$_________
Equipment
$_________
$_________
$_________
Total
$_________
$_________
$_________
F. Action of the Department/School and College
1. Department/School
Vote of faculty: For __________
Against __________
Abstentions __________
(Enter the number of votes cast in each category.)
Department Head/School Director Signature
Date
2. College/Graduate School
A. College
College Dean Signature
Date
B. Graduate School (if Graduate Course)
Graduate Dean Signature
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G. Approval
Associate Vice-President for Academic Programming Signature
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BIO 428 - GENERAL VIROLOGY
FALL 2015 - 3 CREDIT HOURS
Basic Information
Professor
Course Location
Course Day/Time
Office hours*
Required Text
Course Website
Last Day to Drop
Last Day to Withdraw
Last Day of Class
Final Exam Date/Time
Michael G. Angell Ph.D.
401W Mark Jefferson, 487-1004
mangell@emich.edu
TBD
TBD
TBD
Fundamentals of Molecular Virology - N. Acheson, 2nd ed.
www.emuonline.edu
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
* Office hours are held in 401W Mark Jefferson on a first come/first serve basis. Students
who have class or work obligations during scheduled office hours may arrange for
individual appointments by email or in person after lecture. At a minimum, all students
are encouraged to attend office hours after each exam to discuss areas of difficulty.
Course Description
A lecture course presenting the molecular nature and replicative strategies of virus
families infecting vertebrates. Aspects of virus-induced transformation (tumorigenesis),
cell pathology and immune-responses will also be covered. This class is combined with
BIO 528 offered through the Biology Graduate program. BIO 428 cannot be applied
to M.S. programs offered through the Biology department. Prerequisites: BIO 425 General Microbiology with a C or better grade
Who should take this class: 1) Students who are interested in pursuing graduate work in
the field or 2) Students with an interest in medicine, health-care, or public health. This
course counts as a 3 credit restrictive elective for the Biology major or minor.
Course Objectives: Upon the successful completion of this course you will be able to,
1)
Describe the history and milestones in the field of virology
2)
Explain the basic components of viral structure and life cycle
3)
Apply / interpret methodologies used in viral research
4)
Explain how viruses can exert control over host cell protein synthesis functions
5)
Explain different genome replication strategies of RNA and DNA viruses
6)
Explain strategies used for genetic regulation and genetic compaction
7)
Explain how the host immune system reacts to viral infection.
8)
Read, interpret and present primary research in the virology field
Student Responsibilities
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Class Attendance: Although much of the base material for the course is contained within
the text and required readings, students will benefit from participation in class
discussions. Accordingly, class attendance is required. If there is a pressing need to miss
a lecture, the instructor should be notified by email or phone prior to the class or within
24 hours after class. Unexcused class absences may be subject to a 10 course point
reduction per occurrence.
Class Preparation: Faithful attendance of lecture, although important, is not enough to
ensure success in this course. Completion of reading assignments, before class, will
enable you to ask informed questions during the lecture and allow you to more fully
participate in class discussions. The formation of study groups is a very good way to
assimilate the material and is strongly encouraged.
Academic dishonesty (reprinted from online information): "Engaging in academic
dishonesty in any form with respect to examinations, course assignments, research
projects, grades, and/or academic records" is subject to university disciplinary action.
For more information, please refer to www.emich.edu/public/students/newcode.htm.
Incidents of academic dishonesty in this class may result in actions ranging from i) failure
of an assignment/exam, ii) failure of the course, to iii) university action.
Student Evaluation
Exams: Two formal exams (a midterm and final) will be given. Exam dates are indicated
on the lecture schedule. The exams are mandatory.
Assignments: Ten literature-based assignments will be given and each will be generally
due the following week. Each assignment is worth 10 points.
Literature Presentation: You will be responsible for a 15 minute presentation which
compares a seminal paper in virology with a current relevant paper. This presentation will
be scheduled during the last week of the course. You will have an opportunity to observe
and participate in paper discussions with the graduate (BIO 528) students in the course,
prior to your presentation.
PSA poster: You will be responsible for producing a poster which describes the
epidemiology, replication, vaccination (if applicable), treatment (if applicable), and
pathogenesis of a viral species prevalent in the news or of interest to you. This poster will
be evaluated by the instructor and the graduate students in the course. Posters of sufficient
quality will be posted in Mark Jefferson.
Course Grade: Course grades will be determined based on the percentage of total course
points received. Students earning 60-63%, 70-73%, 80-83%, or 90-93% of total course
points will receive a D-, C-, B-, or A-, respectively. Those that earn 64-66%, 74-76%, 8486%, or 94-96% will receive a D, C, B, or A, respectively. Those who earn 67-79%, 7779%, 87-89% will receive a D+, C+, or B+, respectively.
Method
Points per occurrence
2
Total Points
% of Course Grade
Examinations (Mid/Final)
Assignments
Literature Presentation
PSA Poster
100 points each
100 points
50 points
50 points
200 points
100 points
50 points
50 points
Tentative Course Schedule (Subject to change)
Lecture
Topic
1
2
3
4
Nature of viruses
Cultivation and Assay
Structural features & analysis
DNA Transforming Viruses I
5
DNA Transforming Viruses II
(Polyomavirus, Papillomavirus)
(Adenovirus)
6
DNA Transforming Viruses III
(Herpesviruses)
7
RNA Transforming Viruses
8
9
10
Retroviruses (HIV)
Paper Day
Respiratory Viruses I
11
Respiratory Viruses II
12
Respiratory Viruses III
(Retroviruses)
(Picornaviridae)
(Paramyxoviridae)
(Orthomyxoviridae)
13
Respiratory Viruses IV
(Coronaviridae)
14
Hemorrhagic Viruses
(Flavivirus, Filovirus)
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
Paper Day
Midterm Exam
Poxviridae
Rhabodoviridae
Parvo/Dependoviruses
Bacteriophage
Mega viruses (i.e. Mimivirus)
Prions
Paper Day
Immunity I
Immunity II
Vaccines
Antivirals
Paper Day
Literature Presentation & Poster reveal
3
50 %
25 %
12.5 %
12.5%
*
Paper Days are journal article presentations by 528 students.
BIO 428 students are expected to attend and participate in the discussion.
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