BIOLOGY 1010 COURSE SYLLABUS FALL 2015
COURSE DESCRIPTION
General Biology (BIO 1010) is a four credit Biological Science course developed primarily for nonscience majors. The course consists of a lecture component (three hours each week) and a laboratory
session (three hours each week). The time commitment on your part, therefore, is the same as if you had
enrolled in TWO three-credit courses. At the end of the semester, ONE GRADE IS GIVEN based on
your performance in BOTH lecture and laboratory.
CREDIT HOUR EXPLANATION
At Prince George’s Community College, for all credit courses, students are expected to spend a minimum
of 37.5 combined hours of instructional time and related coursework time per credit hour. This course is a
4 credit course. This course achieves the minimum of 150 hours of total instructional hours by requiring
75 hours instructional time and 75 hours of student work outside of instructional time.
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Name:
Title:
Office Location:
Office Phone:
Biology Office Number:
Office Hours:
Web address:
E-mail:
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS
1.
What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology, 3rd edition. 2015. Phelan. WH Freeman.
ISBN 978-1-4641-0243-1 or 1-4641-0243-0
2.
Human Biology: Condensed, 7th edition. 2013. Bres and Weisshaar. Education Resources.
3.
Thinking About Biology, 5th edition. 2016. Bres and Weisshaar. Pearson Benjamin Cummings.
ISBN 978-0-321-79195-5 or 0-321-79195-9
These books will be used frequently in lecture and laboratory. Please bring them with you everyday.
RECOMMEND MATERIALS
1. Fetal Pig Dissection Diagram Sheet. You will need this mid semester so wait if you are strapped
for cash.
Last revised 2/9/2016
REQUIRED MATERIALS
1. Several #2 pencils (Mechanical pencils are preferred. You never have to sharpen them and they are
better for the environment.)
2. Erasers (lots). An eraser stick may be a good idea.
3. Set of colored highlighters (or colored pencils)
4. Calculator (nothing fancy needed)
5. Stapler (Points will be deducted for papers that are turned in without a staple.)
6. Ruler or straight-edge (for drawing graphs)
Bring the above materials with you to ALL lab and lecture sessions. You will always write exercises you
do during lab in pencil.
EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOMES
1.
Apply the fundamental principles of ecology to real world situations, including the transfer of energy and
cycling of materials through ecosystems
2.
List and explain factors that impact human population growth and evaluate the impact of human population
dynamics on ecosystems
3.
Explain how various human actions affect the global and local environments
4.
Apply the basic principles of chemistry to nutrition and other functions within the human body
5.
Apply knowledge of the working of each body system explored during the course, to the course
instructional objectives
6.
Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between structure and function within each body system,
among body systems, and as applied to health problems
7.
Apply genetic principles to problems related to inheritance, genetic diseases, and current issues in
molecular biology
8.
Uses scientific method to solve problems
Last revised 2/9/2016
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS:
For success in the lecture portion of this course:
• BEFORE we go over the material in class, complete the assigned reading in the textbook.
• WHILE we are going over the material in class, fill in all the blanks in the Biology 101 study guide
(Human Biology: Condensed) and take comprehensive notes on three-hole punched paper.
• REVIEW all the above assigned materials and rewrite your notes in your own words, after we have
covered each topic in class.
• INSERT re-written notes into the appropriate location in the BIO 101 study guide. When preparing for
an exam, concentrate on the information presented in the study guide and your class notes.
For success in the laboratory portion of this course:
• BEFORE you come to lab, read the assigned laboratory exercise in Thinking About Biology.
• WHILE we are in lab, get checked off for all activities and take comprehensive notes.
• Complete the Self Test and review the above materials at home, after you have completed each lab
exercise. When preparing for a lab quiz, concentrate on the information presented in the lab manual and
what we did in class.
CLASS PARTICIPATION
There will be graded homework assignments, class discussions, and non-graded, optional
homework assignments. To be successful, you must keep up with the assigned readings and be prepared
to discuss them in class.
If you allow yourself to fall behind, it will be very difficult to catch up again. You are expected to read
the assigned lecture AND laboratory material BEFORE the class meets and to be prepared to discuss the
material in class.
**Note: At the end of each laboratory period, we will have a class discussion summarizing the main
points covered that day.**
Students will not be allowed to leave lab early without permission. Should you choose to do
so without permission, you will be marked absent for that laboratory session. YOU WILL NOT
BE ALLOWED TO TAKE THE QUIZ OR TURN IN THE HOMEWORK ON THE
MISSED SUBJECT MATTER THE FOLLOWING LAB PERIOD.
Last revised 2/9/2016
COURSE ASSESSMENT
The final course grade is determined based on 780 possible points. The exact number of points needed
for a particular grade is listed at the bottom of the attached Grade Record Sheet.
In order to be successful in this course, you must be able to demonstrate your comprehension by
explaining course concepts in your own words and apply your knowledge to new situations. Exams will
include objective questions in a variety of formats. There will also be several essay questions and
problem solving opportunities on each examination.
All lecture and laboratory exams (except the lecture final) will be returned to you. Exams are a learning
experience. It is important to go over the exams and correct your misconceptions. The course material is
cumulative in that comprehension of subjects later in the course hinges on your understanding of earlier,
foundation concepts. If you need clarification on something you missed on the exam, or didn't understand
during your studying, please ask me about it.
LECTURE EXAMS = 400 POINTS
There will be four lecture exams, each worth 100 points. Each exam will include several essay
questions. For example, you will be required to explain basic concepts, define terms, read and draw
graphs, and demonstrate your expertise in data analysis and interpretation.
** NOTE: LECTURE AND LABORATORY MAKE-UP EXAMS ARE NOT GIVEN.**
It is YOUR responsibility to contact me within 24 hours of a missed exam. A missed exam without a
VALID DOCUMENTED EXCUSE is an AUTOMATIC FAILURE of the exam.
Since additional time is needed to formulate answers to problem solving and concept based questions, all
lecture exams (except the final exam) will be administered by the Campus Assessment Center located
in Bladen 100.
At the Campus Assessment Center, there is no time limit for exams, however, make sure you allow
yourself plenty of time to take each exam. The testing center picks papers up fifteen minutes before
closing. Make sure you check the Center hours and adjust your schedule accordingly.
Campus Assessment Center: (301) 546-0090
Operating Hours for Fall 2015:
8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Monday through Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Saturday
LECTURE EXAMS WILL NOT BE GIVEN DURING CLASS TIME.
YOU ARE NOT EXCUSED FROM REGULARLY SCHEDULED CLASSES TO TAKE EXAMS
AT THE CAMPUS ASSESSMENT CENTER.
EACH EXAM WILL BE AT THE ASSESSMENT CENTER FOR SEVERAL DAYS. THE DATES
FOR ALL EXAMS WILL BE ANNOUNCED WELL IN ADVANCE.
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TENTATIVE LECTURE EXAM DATES
Exam #1:
Exam #2:
Exam #3:
Exam #4:
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS = 80 POINTS
Throughout the semester you will turn in eight lecture homework assignments to be graded. The
assignments will be done cooperatively (by small groups of students) and you can earn a total of 10
points per assignment.
LECTURE HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE DONE IN GROUPS. NO INDIVIDUAL
PAPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
EACH PERSON IN YOUR GROUP SHOULD KEEP A COPY OF THE COMPLETED
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT (AND BE READY TO TURN IT IN IF NECESSARY).
ALL HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE NEAT, CLEARLY LEGIBLE, AND STAPLED.
Homework assignments are due at the BEGINNING of the class period. Note for late-arriving students:
papers will NOT BE ACCEPTED more than FIVE MINUTES after the class period begins!
LATE PAPERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. No exceptions will be made for traffic snarls, car
breakdowns, illness, etc. To avoid late papers from last minute problems, you are encouraged to turn in
homework assignments BEFORE THE DUE DATE. Give me the papers or deliver them to my mailbox
in CHESAPEAKE HALL ROOM 100.
LABORATORY QUIZES = 300 POINTS
There will be eight laboratory quizzes, each worth 50 points. Quizzes will be given during regularly
scheduled laboratory sessions. The two lowest quiz grades will be dropped.
Lab quizzes will cover all aspects of laboratory exercises including equipment and methods used,
practical demonstrations of knowledge (such as locating and identifying body organs), and
comprehension of basic concepts (such as being able to explain the function of each organ, or how a
microscope works).
COMPLETED ASSIGNMENTS
All completed assignments (except the final exam) will be returned to you.
It is YOUR responsibility to SAVE all graded papers until you receive final grade in the course. In case
of a discrepancy between my recorded grades and your recollection of your grade, you MUST be able to
show me the graded paper before I can correct errors in my records.
NA GRADES
The NA GRADE may be assigned by the faculty member to any student on the roster who never
attends or academically participates in the class during the first three weeks of class (or equivalent of 20
percent in short courses).
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FX GRADES
The FX GRADE may be assigned by the faculty member to any student on the roster who did not
officially withdraw from the course but who failed to participate in course activities through the end of
the period. It is used when, in the opinion of the instructor, completed assignments or course activities
or both were insufficient to make normal evaluation of academic performance possible.
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES
Students requesting academic accommodations are required to contact the Disability Support Services Office (M-1042) or call
(301) 322-0838 (voice) or (301) 322-0122 (TTY) to establish eligibility for services and accommodations. Students with
documented disabilities should discuss the matter privately with their instructors at the beginning of the semester and provide a
copy of their Student/Faculty Accommodation Form.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Prince George's Community College Code of Conduct defines the rights and responsibilities of students and establishes a
system of procedures for dealing with students charged with violations of the code and other rules and regulations of the
college. A student enrolling in the college assumes an obligation to conduct himself/herself in a manner compatible with the
college's function as an educational institution. Refer to the current Student Handbook chapter on Procedures and Policies, for a
complete explanation of the code of conduct, including the procedure for dealing with disruptive student behavior.
CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
The college is an institution of higher learning that holds academic integrity as its highest principle. In the pursuit of
knowledge, the college community expects that all students, faculty, and staff will share responsibility for adhering to the
values of honesty and unquestionable integrity. To support a community committed to academic achievement and scholarship,
the Code of Academic Integrity advances the principle of honest representation in the work that is produced by students
seeking to engage fully in the learning process. The complete text of the Code of Academic Integrity is in the current Student
Handbook and posted on the college's website.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
The College has a strict policy on academic dishonesty (for details, see the Student Handbook). Simply
put, academic dishonesty will NOT be tolerated. AN ACT OF CHEATING WILL RESULT IN A
GRADE OF ZERO BEING ASSIGNED TO THE WORK. ANY REPEATED INCIDENT WILL
RESULT IN A COURSE GRADE OF "F."
Cheating includes putting someone's name on a group assignment when that person has not fully
participated in the group work. Cheating also includes plagiarism. Answers to all questions must be
written in your own words.
COPYING DIRECTLY OUT OF A TEXT, CLASS HANDOUT, OFF THE INTERNET, OR
FROM OTHER REFERENCES IS NOT ACCEPTABLE! THIS INCLUDES SLIGHTLY
REARRANGING THE WORDS SO THAT THEY ARE A LITTLE DIFFERENT THAN THE
SOURCE!
PLEASE NOTE
Attendance: Students are expected to attend all lectures and laboratory classes. In the event that an
emergency occurs, you are responsible for all work assigned during your absence.
Last revised 2/9/2016
Students are not permitted to bring children into the laboratory with them. Pagers and cell phones
should be silenced while in the classroom and the lab.
Last revised 2/9/2016
IMPORTANT DATES:
Aug. 22 Sat.
Sept. 5-7 Sat.-Mon.
Sept. 14 Mon.
Sept. 18 Fri.
Sept. 30 Wed.
Oct. 14 Wed.
Oct. 15 Thur.
Oct 27. Tues.
Nov. 13 Fri.
Nov. 25 Wed.
Nov 26-29 Thurs.-Sun.
Nov. 30 Mon.
Dec. 6 Sun.
Dec. 7–13 Mon.–Sun.
Dec 19- Jan 3. Sat.–Sun.
Classes begin for fall 2015
COLLEGE CLOSED—Labor Day observed
Last day to apply for fall graduation
Last day to change from “credit” to “audit” or “audit” to “credit” for
full semester classes
Last day to withdraw from first half-semester classes
Mid-term/End of first half-semester classes
Begin second half-semester classes
College Enrichment Day – No Classes
Last day to withdraw from full semester classes
College Open; No Classes
College Closed – Thanksgiving Break
Last day to withdraw from second half-semester classes
Last day of regular classes for the fall 2015 semester.
Final examination period/last week of classes at all campuses
COLLEGE CLOSED – Winter Break
COURSE COORDINATORS
After meeting with the course instructor(s), course coordinators are the next point of contact for any
concerns or unresolved issues.
Professor Paul Assanah
210 J Chesapeake Hall
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774
Phone: 301-546-0423
Biological Sciences Office: 301-546-0420
Fax: 301-546-7529
E-mail: assanapa@pgcc.edu
Dr. Cassandra Moore-Crawford
210 H Chesapeake Hall
301 Largo Road
Largo, MD 20774
Phone: 301-546-7562
Biological Sciences Office: 301-546-0420
Fax: 301-546-7529
E-mail: moorecm@pgcc.edu
Last revised 2/9/2016
BIOLOGY 1010 APPROXIMATE COURSE SCHEDULE - FALL 2015
Lecture Texts:
What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology, 2nd edition
Human Biology: Condensed, 7th edition (HBC)
Laboratory Text:
Thinking About Biology, 4th Edition
Note: Lecture cooperative homework due dates TBA
WEEK OF:
TOPIC
AUG 24
COURSE INTRO
SCIENTIFIC METHOD AND
BIOLOGY TODAY
ECOSYSTEMS
AUG 31
ECOSYSTEMS CONTINUED
LECTURE READING
(Phelan)
PHELAN CHAP 1 all
PHELAN CHAP 15 all
PHELAN CHAP 4 pp. 152-159;
167-170
PHELAN CHAP 13 pp. 533-543;
550-556
HBC pp. 1-3 thru 1-10
PHELAN CHAP 17 pp. 703-706
PHELAN CHAP 14 pp. 572-581
PHELAN CHAP 19 pp. 764-769
HBC pp. 1-10 thru 1-20
LAB READING (Thinking About
Biology AND Videos)
EX 1 - SCIENTIFIC METHOD
NOTE: READ over Ex 1 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(Moon Footprint - Mythbusters)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=A20BLo0gxYY
MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER:
Download the electronic version of
the syllabus from Bb so you can
copy and paste the URL into your
browser
EX 21 - ECOSYSTEMS
NOTE: READ over Ex 21 plus
watch video BEFORE lab (Bill
Nye tunes - food chains - watch at
least the first two songs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=sbWyrcY5i3s&feature=resu
lts_video&playnext=1&list=PL
E2BE1BB8FB7829B3
SEP 7
CARBON CYCLE
PHELAN CHAP 16 all
HBC pp. 1-25 thru 1-30
EX 2 - WINDOWS TO A
MICROSCOPIC WORLD
ENERGY USE AND GLOBAL
CLIMATE CHANGE
HBC pp. 1-21 thru 1-34
PHELAN CHAP 16 pp. 644-658
PHELAN CHAP 4 pp. 147-150
NOTE: READ over Ex 3 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(Light Microscopy)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=Xo7mr90GYLA
Chemistry riddle - If a bear in Maryland and a bear in Alaska both fell into the water, which one would
dissolve faster? (To find the answer to the riddle, check the next page.)
Last revised 2/9/2016
WEEK OF:
TOPIC
SEP 14
ENERGY USE AND GLOBAL
CLIMATE CHANGE
CONTINUED
SEP 21
LECTURE READING
(Phelan)
HBC pp. 1-30 thru 1-34
LAB READING (Thinking About
Biology AND Videos)
EX 6 – PHOTOSYNTHESIS
(Activity 2 only)
EX 5 - CELLULAR RESPIRATION
(Activity 2 only)
EX 13 - EVOLUTION (Activity 1
only)
HUMAN POPULATION AND
IMPACT ON ECOSYSTEMS
HBC pp. 1-35 thru 1-39
PHELAN CHAP 14 pp. 570-601
RENEWABLE AND
NONRENEW RESOURCES
HBC pp. 1-41 thru 1-42
(Half Life Explained)
http://youtu.be/js7weHZIQ5o
INTRO TO CHEMISTRY
PHELAN CHAP 2 pp. 40-54
HBC pp. 2-3 thru 2-13
EX 14 - FUNCTIONS OF
TISSUES AND ORGANS I
DIFFUSION AND OSMOSIS
PHELAN CHAP 3 pp. 102-109
HBC pp. 2-14 thru 2-16
NOTE: READ over Ex 14 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(What is Skin? - National
Geographic)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=uH_uzjY2bEE&feature=relate
d
SEP 28
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
PHELAN CHAP 2 pp. 55-78
HBC pp. 2-14 thru 2-31
EX 7 - ORGANIC MOLECULES
AND NUTRITION
NOTE: READ over Ex 7 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(You Are What You Eat)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=H8WJ2KENlK0
OCT 5
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
CONTINUED
CELLS
PHELAN CHAP 22 all
PHELAN CHAP 24 pp. 971-975
PHELAN CHAP 3 pp. 96-99
PHELAN CHAP 5 pp. 177-184
HBC pp. 2-32 thru 2-41
EX 4 - MOVEMENT OF
MOLECULES ACROSS CELL
MEMBRANES
PHELAN CHAP 3 all
PHELAN CHAP 20 pp. 791-806
HBC pp. 2-42 thru 2-43
(Through the Virtual Cell)
EX 3 – FUNCTIONS AND
PROPERTIES OF CELLS (Activity
1 only)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=YM2X1c4K1x0
(Defining Diffusion and Osmosis)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=F0T7Xe_Gizk
Answer to riddle: The one in Alaska because it's polar 
Last revised 2/9/2016
WEEK OF:
TOPIC
OCT 12
HOMEOSTASIS
OCT 19
OCT 26
LECTURE READING
(Phelan)
PHELAN CHAP 20 pp. 804-819
HBC pp. 3-4 thru 3-8
LAB READING (Thinking
About Biology AND Videos)
EX 16 - INTRODUCTION TO
ANATOMY
CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
PHELAN CHAP 21 all
HBC pp. 3-9 thru 3-13
NOTE: READ over Ex 16 plus
watch video segments on DVD
Dissection of the Fetal Pig
BEFORE lab
CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
CONTINUED
PHELAN CHAP 21 continued
HBC pp. 3-14 thru 3-28
EX 17 - ORGANS OF THE
ABDOMINAL CAVITY
IMMUNE SYSTEM
PHELAN CHAP 26 all
HBC pp. 3-29 thru 3-31
NOTE: READ over Ex 16 plus
watch video segments on DVD
Dissection of the Fetal Pig
BEFORE lab
EX 18 - FORENSIC BIOLOGY
NOTE: READ over Ex 18 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(The Blood Typing Game)
http://www.nobelprize.org/edu
cational/medicine/bloodtyping
game/
NOV 2
IMMUNE SYSTEM
CONTINUED
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
PHELAN CHAP 6 pp. 242-244
PHELAN CHAP 26 continued
HBC pp. 3-32 thru 3-50
PHELAN CHAP 25 all
PHELAN CHAP 6 pp. 242-244;
250-257
HBC pp. 3-51 thru 3-56
EX 15 - CARDIOVASCULAR
SYSTEM
NOTE: READ over Ex 15 plus
watch video BEFORE lab (Bill
Nye on the Heart Part I)
http://www.youtube.com/watc
h?v=GbttJ-5do9M
http://youtu.be/q0s-1MC1hcE
NOV 9
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
CONTINUED
CELL DIVISION
PHELAN CHAP 25 continued
PHELAN CHAP 13 pp. 543-550;
557-561
HBC pp. 3-57 thru 3-69
HBC pp. 4-3 thru 4-4
PHELAN CHAP 6 pp. 230-269
EX 9 – MOLECULAR
GENETICS
NOTE: READ over Ex 12 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(Genetics of Taste)
http://www.youtube.com/watc
h?v=palWegLPeSA
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WEEK OF:
TOPIC
NOV 16
GENETICS
LECTURE READING
(Phelan)
PHELAN CHAP 7 all
HBC pp. 4-21 thru 4-29
LAB READING (Thinking About
Biology AND Videos)
EX 12 – HUMAN GENETICS
NOTE: READ over Ex 9 plus
Phelan pp. 170-184 and watch
these two videos BEFORE lab
(Transcription)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=ztPkv7wc3yU
(Translation)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=zb6r1MMTkc&feature=relmfu
NOV 23
MOLECULAR GENETICS
PHELAN CHAP 5 pp. 177-203
HBC pp. 4-59 thru 4-64
Monday AND Tuesday labs only
EX 12 – HUMAN GENETICS
NOTE: READ over Ex 9 plus
Phelan pp. 170-184 and watch
these two videos BEFORE lab
(Transcription)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=ztPkv7wc3yU
(Translation)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=zb6r1MMTkc&feature=relmfu
NOV 30
EX 19 - DNA ANALYSIS
EX 13 - EVOLUTION (Activity 3
only)
NOTE: READ over Ex 19 plus
watch video BEFORE lab
(How Does DNA Fingerprinting
Work? Naked Science Scrapbook)
http://www.youtube.com/watch
?v=ZxWXCT9wVoI&feature=t
opics
DEC 7-13
FINAL EXAMS
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FALL 2015 LABORATORY QUIZ SCHEDULE (50 point quizzes bi-monthly)
Lab Topic
EX 1 -Scientific Method
EX 21 - Interdependence Among Organisms
EX 2 - Windows to a Microscopic World
EX 6 – Photosynthesis - Activity 1;
EX 5 - Cellular Respiration - Activity 2;
EX 13 - Evolution - Activity 1
EX 14 – Functions of Tissues and Organs
EX 7 - Organic Molecules and Nutrition
EX 4 - Movement of Molecules Across Cell
Membranes;
EX 3 - Functions and Properties of Cells Activity 1
EX 16 - Introduction to Anatomy
EX 17 - Organs of the Abdominal Cavity
EX 18 - Forensic Biology
EX 15 - The Cardiovascular System;
EX 12 - Human Genetics and
EX 9 - Molecular Genetics
Quiz #1
Quiz #2
Quiz #3
Quiz #4
Quiz #5
Quiz #6
Quiz #7
Quiz #8
Quiz Dates
OR
FALL 2015 LABORATORY QUIZ SCHEDULE (30 point weekly quizzes)
Quiz #1
Quiz #2
Quiz #3
Quiz #4
Quiz #5
Quiz #6
Quiz #7
Quiz #8
Quiz #9
Quiz #10
Quiz #11
Quiz #12
Quiz #13
Lab Topic
EX 1 -Scientific Method
EX 21 - Interdependence Among Organisms
EX 2 - Windows to a Microscopic World
EX 6 – Photosynthesis - Activity 1
EX 5 - Cellular Respiration - Activity 2
EX 13 - Evolution - Activity 1
EX 14 – Functions of Tissues and Organs
EX 7 - Organic Molecules and Nutrition
EX 4 - Movement of Molecules Across Cell
Membranes;
EX 3 - Functions and Properties of Cells Activity 1
EX 16 - Introduction to Anatomy
EX 17 - Organs of the Abdominal Cavity
EX 18 - Forensic Biology
EX 15 - The Cardiovascular System;
EX 12 - Human Genetics
EX 9 - Molecular Genetics
Quiz Dates
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FALL 2015 LABORATORY SCHEDULE
WEEK
OF:
MON
TUES
WEDS
THURS
FRI
SAT
AUG 17
NO CLASSES
NO CLASSES
NO CLASSES
NO CLASSES
NO CLASSES
EX 1 - SCI
METHOD
AUG 24
EX 1 - SCI
METHOD
→
→
→
→
EX 21 ECOSYSTEMS
AUG 31
EX 21 ECOSYSTEMS
→
HOLIDAY - NO
CLASSES
SEP 14
EX 2 - WINDOWS
MICRO WRLD
EX 2 - WINDOWS
MICRO WRLD
EX 6 – ACTIV 2
EX 5 - ACTIV 2
EX 13 - ACTIV 1
→
→
→
→
→
→
HOLIDAY NO CLASSES
SEP 7
→
→
→
SEP 21
EX 6 – ACTIV 2
EX 5 - ACTIV 2
EX 13 - ACTIV 1
EX 14 – FUNCT
TISS/ORGANS
→
→
→
→
SEP 28
EX 14 – FUNCT
TISS/ORGANS
EX 7 –ORG MOL
AND NUT
→
→
→
→
OCT 5
EX 7 –ORG MOL
AND NUT
EX 4 –
OSMOSIS/DIFF
EX 3 – ACTIV 1
→
→
→
→
OCT 12
EX 4 –
OSMOSIS/DIFF
EX 3 – ACTIV 1
EX 16 - INTRO
ANATOMY
→
→
→
→
OCT 19
EX 16 - INTRO
ANATOMY
EX 17 - ABDOM
CAVITY
→
→
→
→
OCT 26
EX 17 - ABDOM
CAVITY
COLLEGE
ENRICH. DAY NO CLASSES
→
→
→
NOV 2
EX 18 - FORENSIC
BIOLOGY
→
EX 18 FORENSIC
BIOLOGY
EX 15 CARDIOVASC
SYS
→
→
→
EX 15 CARDIOVASC
SYS
EX 9 - MOL
GENETICS
→
EX 9 - MOL
GENETICS
→
→
→
→
EX 12 - HUMAN
GENETICS
→
→
→
EX 12 - HUMAN
GENETICS
→
NO LABS
HOLIDAY NO CLASSES
HOLIDAY NO CLASSES
HOLIDAY NO CLASSES
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
NOV 9
NOV 16
NOV 23
NOV 30
EX 19 - DNA
ANAL
→
→
EX 13 - ACTIV 3
DEC 7
FINAL EXAMS
Last revised 2/9/2016
GRADE RECORD SHEET – FALL 2015
LECTURE EXAMS
POSSIBLE POINTS: YOUR POINTS:
Exam #1
100
Exam #2
100
Exam #3
100
Exam #4
100
SUBTOTAL:
400
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS POSSIBLE POINTS: YOUR POINTS:
HW #1
10
HW #2
10
HW #3
10
HW #4
10
HW #5
10
HW #6
10
HW #7
10
HW #8
10
SUBTOTAL:
80
LABORATORY QUIZZES
POSSIBLE POINTS: YOUR POINTS:
LQ #1
50
LQ #2
50
LQ #3
50
LQ #4
50
LQ #5
50
LQ #6
50
LQ #7
50
LQ #8
50
SUBTOTAL:
300
To determine your Average during the semester, add the points from all graded papers, then divide by the
number of points possible up to that date.
(Note: Don't forget to drop your lowest TWO QUIZ grades!)
ACCUMULATED POINTS necessary to receive a course grade:
A = 780-702 points
B = 701-624 points
C = 623-546 points
D = 545-468 points
F = below 468 points
**** Add quizzes 9-13 if you are doing weekly quizzes. Remember to delete this before giving it to
students. Also delete the lab schedule that does not apply to your sections on BIO 1010.**** SYLLABUS
CONTRACT
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I have read, understand and agree to the conditions set forth in
[Instructor’s Name] syllabus for Fall 2015.
(Signature)
(Print name)
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