ZOOLOGY
BIO 114
William Carey University
Course Syllabus
2015-2016
Instructor: Alicia Sumrall
Email:alicia.sumrall@biloxischools.net
Text
Hickman, C. P., L. S. Roberts, A. Larson and H. I’Anson. 2011. Integrated Principals of Zoology, Fifteenth
Edition. Wm. C. Brown Publishers.
Catalog Description
Morphologic and plylogenetic relationships of animals from protists to mammals. A one semester hour
laboratory experience is included.
Course Description
This course serves as an introductory course in the study of animals. Students will learn the biological
specializations and phylogenetic relationships of organisms in the animal kingdom.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course students will
a) Discuss the ecological relationships of animals
b) Identify the position of animals on a phylogenetic tree
c) Discuss how animals are positioned on a phylogenetic tree
Teaching Methods
I will use lectures, lab demonstrations, and lab exercises to achieve course objectives.
Course Outline
Chapter
August
September
October
Introduction to Zoology
Protists
Sponges and Placozoans
Radiates
**EXAM 1**
11
12
13
Acoelomates
Pseudocoelomates
Molluscs
**EXAM 2**
Annelids
Arthropods
14
15, 18
16
Crustaceans
Hexapods
**EXAM 3**
Echinoderms, Hemichordates
Chordates, Fishes
20
21
17
19
22
23, 24
1
**EXAM 4**
Amphibians
November
25
Reptiles
Birds
Mammals
**EXAM 5**
26
27
28
Computation of Course Grade:
TCT Average
30% of grade
Exams
55% of grade
Lab exercises
15% of grade
A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 – 79
D = 60 – 69
F = 59 and below
Terms and Concepts Tests (TCTS)
At the beginning of each class you may be given a short test/quiz on important “Terms and Concepts” from
assigned chapters in the textbook.
Course Requirements:
Attendance: Students who miss more than 25% of BIO 103 classes will not pass the course. When in my class,
students are required to be on task from bell to bell. Being on task not only means completing the work, but
also sitting up, staying awake, and contributing relevant information to our lessons.
Homework/Assignments/Projects: All assignments are listed on the board. Students are responsible to check
daily. Students are expected to turn in all assignments on time. Ten points per day will be deducted for late
assignments.
Important Dates:
Midterm Progress Report:
Term 2 Progress Report:
Sept. 11, 2015
Nov. 6, 2015
Report Cards: Oct. 19, 2015
Report Cards: Jan. 15, 2016
Academic Integrity:
William Carey University seeks to create an environment that encourages continued growth or moral and
ethical values, which include personal honesty and mutual trust. The university places the highest value on
academic integrity and regards any act of academic dishonesty as a serious offense. Academic dishonesty is
considered unethical and in violation of William Carey University’s academic standards and Christian
commitment. If such an incident occurs, students, faculty, and/or staff are obligated to initiate appropriate
action. Depending on the seriousness of the offense, sanctions could include failure of the assignment, failure
of the course, and could lead to suspension or dismissal from the university. A full explanation of the
procedures for responding to instances of academic dishonesty are contained in the university’s Policies and
Procedure manual and in the student handbook, The Lance.
Students with disabilities, who are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and require special
accommodation, should Ms. Valerie Bridgeforth at 601-318-6188 in Lawrence Hall.
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will be forwarded to local media, posted on the WCU website http://wmcarey.edu, and sent via automated
process to your WCU email address. Specific information regarding the continuation of coursework will be
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Tobacco Policy:
William Carey University is a tobacco-free campus. All WCU students are asked to respect this policy by
refraining from smoking or other tobacco use while on campus.
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