Summer I, 2014: HCCS-Spring Branch Campus
General Biology II (Biology 1407) CRN #11204
M - Fri (Rm 511)
8:00 a.m.-12:00 n
Instructor: Dr. Judith Solti
Office: Room 802 (inside of Student Commons); (713) 718-5415, leave voice mail
Access: judith.solti@hccs.edu Please check your HCCS email daily for any Instructor
notifications/absences/announces/assignments or Facebook
Course Description & Objectives: This 4 credit course focuses on the mechanisms of evolution,
biological diversity, and the form and function of both plants and animals. Emphasis is placed on the
anatomy/physiology of humans. The objective of this course is to give an in-depth study of the biological
sciences, especially for those students pursuing health or life sciences majors. Refer to the student
handbook for the HCCS mission statement.
Prerequisite: General Biology I (1406) or equivalent is required.
Required Textbooks: Campbell, N.A., BIOLOGY Vol.II, 9th Ed.,Benjamin/Cummings Pub., 2011.
Biology 1407 LABORATORY MANUAL, HCC/Blue Door Pub. 2011. You must purchase both of these
books and bring them to class every day. It is your responsibility to read the textbook, lab book, and
handouts for each topic prior to class to facilitate classroom discussion. A copy of this syllabus, as well as
all handouts, homeworks, and test reviews may be found on Dr. Solti's Learning Web at www.hccs.edu.
Optional Material: Class notes may be purchased in the HCCS Spring Branch Bookstore: Solti, Judith,
BIOS MEANS LIFE, Vol. II, 4th ed., 2012. This is an optional purchase, but a helpful outline of the
textbook.
Attendance and Participation: Class attendance is MANDATORY. Attendance will be taken at some
point during every class period. By HCCS District policy, more than 2 absences (for any reason) may
result in administrative withdrawal (W) from the class. There are no exceptions. If you are absent, you are
responsible for the material covered and any homework/labs assigned. Class will start on time; tardiness
is disrespectful to the Instructor and other students. if you arrive 30 minutes or more late, it will be
counted as an absence. if you arrive late, it is your responsibility to inform the Instructor of your
attendance before you leave class that day. If you must leave class early for any reason, please discuss
your departure with the Instructor. The student must read the subject material ahead of time and
participate in interactive activities and discussions centered around that day's topic. As a result, both
attendance and participation will be noted and graded for the semester.
Withdrawals: June 24, 2014 is the last day an Instructor may withdraw you from class. After that date,
withdrawal is not permitted and students must receive a final grade other than "W". If you are unable to
complete the course, you must request that your Instructor or counselor officially withdraw you by June
24th or risk getting an "F".
Student Conduct (refer to Student Handbook): HCC views college-level students as adults who
subscribe to a basic standard of conduct. Therefore, appropriate student conduct is expected in the
classroom at all times
Lecture Examinations: Students are expected to participate in all scheduled examinations. Make up
exams will only be given for a substantiated valid excuse or you will be given a “0” for that exam (must
provide medical, legal, or other substantial documentation). If a student arrives late for a scheduled
exam, they will have only the time remaining from the official start of the exam. Students must take the
final exam during the scheduled date/time or a letter grade of “F” will be given for the final exam. No exam
grades will be dropped from the student's average.
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Summer I, 2014
Biology 1407
CRN #11204
M - F (Rm511); 8:00 -12:00
Laboratory Conduct and Examinations: Students are expected to abide by the rules of safety at all
times during the laboratory exercises and are required to read and sign the HCC "Biology Laboratory
Safety Rules and Regulations." Students will work in groups in the lab, and may work within the group to
complete lab reports. These lab reports are to be completed in your own lab book (no xeroxes allowed)
and shown/turned in at the end of that class period. late lab reports may be turned in for a starting grade
of 50%, but must be turned in before the scheduled Lab Practical Exam. There is no make-up for a
missed Lab Practical Exam - it is an automatic "0".
Scholastic Dishonesty During Examinations: Refer to HCC policy on academic dishonesty. Keep in
mind that whether you are cheating or not on an exam, not following testing rules, such as communicating
with your neighbor or using a cell phone during a test, will be construed as cheating . In the case of
dishonesty on an exam, a grade of “0” will be given for the exam and the student will not be allowed to
complete the exam or stay in the room. If dishonesty becomes a chronic and persistent problem, the
student may receive an “F” for the course.
Miscellaneous: Smoking is not allowed in the class or lab. All cell phones and other electronic devices
must be turned off and out of sight, especially during exams. Tape recorders or laptops may be allowed in
class with permission (laptops may only be allowed for course material). If you have ANY problem that
you would like us to address, please inform the Instructor as soon as possible. Any student with a
documented disability (physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc) who needs to arrange
reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Service Office at the beginning of each
semester. Faculty are authorized to provide only accommodations requested by their office. NOTE:
Students who repeat a course for a 3rd or more times may soon face tuition/fee increases at HCCS and
other Texas public colleges and universities. Please ask your Instructor/Counselor about opportunities
for tutoring/other assistance prior to withdrawal or if you are not receiving a passing grade.
Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System (EGLS3): At HCC, Professors believe that
thoughtful student feedback is necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated time,
you will be asked to answer a short, anonymous survey related to instruction, which will be made
available to your professors and department chairs for continual improvement of instruction.
GRADE COMPUTATION
4 Lecture Exams
1 Lab Exam
Lab Reports/Assignments
Participation/Attendance
Final Exam(s)
Total
GRADING SCALE
1000 – 900 pts
899 – 800 pts
799 – 700 pts
699 – 600 pts
599 – 0
= 400 pts
= 200 pts
= 100 pts
= 100 pts
= 200 pts
=1000 pts
=100-90%
= 89-80%
=79-70%
=69-60%
=59-0%
= 40%
= 20%
= 10%
= 10%
= 20%
= 100%
=A
=B
=C
=D
=F
IMPORTANT DATES
June 2, 2014 Classes begin
June 5, 2014 Official date of record
June 23, 2014 Last day for administrative and student withdrawals, by 4:30 p.m.
July 1, 2014
Instruction ends
July 2, 2014
Final Exam
July 4, 2013
Independence Day Holiday
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Biology 1407
CRN #11204
M - F (Rm511); 8:00 -12:00
CHAPTERS AND LABS COVERED (22 DAY SESSION):
Week 1: Starting June 2nd
Monday : Introduction, Syllabus, Lab Safety
Ch 22 Introduction to Darwinian Evolution
Tuesday: Ch 23 Evolution of Populations
Ch 24 The Origin of Species
Lab 1: Human Genetics
Wednesday: Ch 25 The History of Life on Earth
Ch 26 Phylogeny and The Tree of Life
Review for Exam #1
Thursday: Quiz #1 (Ch 22-26)
Ch 27 Bacteria and Archae
Lab 2: Evolutionary Observations
Friday (June 6): Exam #1 (Ch 22-26)
Lab 3: Prokaryotes
Week 2: Starting June 9th
Monday : Ch 28 Protists
Ch 29 Land Plants
Tuesday: Ch 30 Seed Plants
Ch 31 Fungi
Lab 4: Protista and Fungi
Wednesday: Review for Exam #2
Quiz #2 (Ch 27-31)
Ch 32 Animal Diversity
Lab 6 Animal Diversity
Thursday: No Class:Study Day
Friday (June 13): Exam #2 (Ch 27–31)
Ch 33 Invertebrates
Week 3: Starting June 16th
Monday : Ch 34 Vertebrates
Tuesday: Ch 40 Animal Form and Function
Lab 7: Animal Tissues
Wednesday: Ch 41 Animal Nutrition
Review for Exam #3
Ch 43 Immune System
Thursday : Quiz #3 (Ch 32-34, 40-41)
Ch 42 Cardiovascular System
Friday (June 20): Exam #3 (Ch 32-34, 40-41)
Lab 8: The Circulatory System; Anatomy Models
Ch 42 Respiratory System
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Biology 1407
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M - F (Rm511); 8:00 -12:00
Week 4: Starting June 23rd
Monday: Ch 44 Osmoregulation and The Excretory System
Lab 9: The Respiratory System; Anatomy Models
Tuesday: Ch 45 Endocrine System
Lab 10: The Urinary and Reproductive Systems; Anatomy Models
Wednesday: Ch 46 Animal Reproduction
Review for Exam #4
Lab: Anatomy Models
Thursday: Quiz #4 (Ch 42-48)
Ch 48 Neurons, Synapses, and Signaling
Lab: Review for Lab Practical Exam
Friday (June 27): Exam #4 (Ch 42-48)
Ch 49: Nervous System
Week 5: Starting June 30th
Monday: Review for Final Exam & Lab Practical Exam
Tuesday (July 1): Lab Practical Exam (Anatomy Models)
Wednesday (July 2): Final Exam (Comprehensive); 8:00 a.m.- 10:00
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