Wayland Baptist University
________ Campus
School of Mathematics & Science
Wayland Mission Statement: Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an
academically challenging, learning-focused and distinctively Christian environment for
professional success and service to God and humankind.
Course No. and Title: BIOL 3402-section; Genetics
Term:
Name of Instructor:
Office Phone Number and WBU Email Address:
Office Hours, Building and Location:
Class Meeting Time and Location:
Catalog Description: Fundamental principles and mechanisms of heredity and variation,
modern developments, and discovery techniques. One weekend field trip may be required for
this course. Other fees may apply for field trip costs. Lecture three hours, laboratory three
hours. $45 fee
Prerequisite: Biology 1402 or school approval
Textbook/Lab Manual: Concepts of Genetics. Klug, et.al; 7th/8th ed.; Pearson Prentice-Hall;
ISBN: 9780131918337
*Choose from approved textbook list.
Course Outcome Competencies: The student will be able to:
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Understand the basic concepts of genetics from the topics in the course outline
Classify major genetic traits and characteristics based on their morphological and physiological
characteristics and activities
Complete study/problem exercises and formulate conclusions based on problem solving
techniques
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Attendance Statement:
Students are responsible for all material covered in class, as well as all assigned work (textbook, study
problems, homework exercises). Students who miss more than 25% of the lecture/lab days…. may be
dropped from the class (at the discretion of the instructor). Students must have good class attendance
to be successful in this course.
Statement on Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty: Wayland Baptist University observes a
zero tolerance policy regarding academic dishonesty. Per university policy as described in the
academic catalog, all cases of academic dishonesty will be reported and second offenses will
result in suspension from the university.
Disability Policy: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), it is the policy
of Wayland Baptist University that no otherwise qualified person with a disability be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any educational
program or activity in the university. The Coordinator of Counseling Services serves as the coordinator of
students with a disability and should be contacted concerning accommodation requests at (806) 2913765. Documentation of a disability must accompany any request for accommodations.
Course Requirements and Grading Criteria:
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Lecture exams………………………………………………………………………………….……………….………
Assignments, quizzes, study problems, laboratory, participation/attendance….………..
Final exam (comprehensive)………………………………………………………………….……………………
UNIVERSITY GRADING SYSTEM:
A = 90 - 100
F = Below 60
B = 80 - 89
I = Incomplete
C = 70 - 79
W = Withdrawal
D = 60 - 69
Students shall have protection through orderly procedures against prejudices or capricious academic
evaluation. A student who believes that he or she has not been held to realistic academic standards, just
evaluation procedures, or appropriate grading, may appeal the final grade given in the course by using
the student grade appeal process described in the Academic Catalog. Appeals may not be made for
advanced placement examinations or course bypass examinations. Appeals are limited to the final
course grade, which may be upheld, raised, or lowered at any stage of the appeal process. Any
recommendation to lower a course grade must be submitted through the Executive Vice
President/Provost to the Faculty Assembly Grade Appeals Committee for review and approval. The
Faculty Assembly Grade Appeals Committee may instruct that the course grade be upheld, raised, or
lowered to a more proper evaluation.
Tentative Course Schedule:
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Fundamentals to Genetics; Mendelian Genetics, Mitosis/Meiosis
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DNA; Structure, Replication, Organization
Genetic Code; transcription, translation Regulation
Developmental Genetics
Population Genetics
Evolutionary Genetics
Additional Information:
Course Format:
Biology 3402 is a life science course…… intended to provide an in depth study in the field of genetics.
Students are expected to utilize problem solving portions and exercises to reinforce lecture material.
I agree to the Chinese proverb:
“I hear I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand”
Course Preperations:
Students should allow a very minimum of 4-12 hours per week for reading, reviewing, studying, and
homework exercises. Reading/ study areas will be announced prior to lecture/lab class times.
“How to survive and excel in Biology 3402”
1. Read textbook and study key terms before the material is presented in class.
2. If after reading it and you don’t understand it…..listen carefully to the lecture, if you still don’t
understand it…. Ask about it!
3. Make yourself “flash-cards” of new or difficult words…..carry them with you for quick review.
4. Study diagrams and illustrations carefully.
5. Highlight key ideas while reading
6. Summarize what you have read.
7. Study questions at the end of the chapters
8. Form small study groups with other students
9. Lectures may be recorded for review and “filling” gaps in your notes
10. Take Good Notes!
11. Review constantly
12. Study smarter…. Not harder!
13. Science builds on itself…. Bigger ideas are composed of many smaller ideas….. don’t get behind!
Revised 03/17/15
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