INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN BIOLOGY
Human Biology 102
Fall 2013
Instructor: James C. Marker, Ph.D.
Office: LS 449
Phone: 465-2230 (2681)
E-Mail: markerj@uwgb.edu
Office Hours: MWF 2:00-3:00 or by appointment
Home Page: http://www.uwgb.edu/markerj/home.htm
Course Web Page: http://www.uwgb.edu/markerj/intro_home.htm
Course Overview:
This course is intended to give the student a broad overview of biology with respect to humans. It is
designed to acquaint students with the fundamental terms, concepts, and principles of human biology as
they relate to the individual, society, and the environment. Though taking this course will not qualify you
as "experts" in the field, it will give you a greater understanding, appreciation and, in some areas, working
knowledge of the biology of humans.
Texts:
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, 3rd edition; Michael D. Johnson, Pearson
Benjamin Cummings, 2006.
Human Biology Lecture Syllabus, Marker, 2007.
Class Schedule: MWF, 10:35-11:30, ES-114
Lecture Format:
The lectures will present an overview of the information you will be responsible for plus additional
information on difficult concepts or those not covered extensively in the textbook. Though the
instructional format is fundamentally that of lecture, class participation is encouraged and welcome.
Please expect and be prepared to discuss the assigned material! The lectures will be supplemented with
slides, overheads, web videos etc.
Exams:
The exams will cover information from the lecture, assigned reading, assigned terminology and assigned
post-chapter questions. They will be made up of multiple choice questions, True-False questions, and
matching questions. The tests will be computer scored so you must bring a #2 lead pencil for the exams.
If you can not be available for an exam, you must contact me in advance to work out a suitable alternative.
Make-up exams will be given only for verifiable emergencies! Please contact me or the department as
soon as possible if a situation comes up that prohibits you from taking the exam as scheduled. A make-up
exam will only be given if some type of verification of the incident is provided!
Challenge Sheets:
Students will have the opportunity to "challenge" questions on the exams that they feel were "unfair",
"ambiguous", etc. To challenge a question, the student must turn in a challenge sheet. Challenge
sheets are due one week from the day the exam is returned! These will be distributed in class and/or
you can get a copy at the course website listed above.
Grading:
Grades will be based on your performance on three
unit exams and the comprehensive final. The final
grade percent will be determined as follows:
Final Exam
35%
Unit Exam
25%
Unit Exam
25%
Unit Exam (LOW) 15%
TOTAL
100%
The final grade will be determined using the
following scale. Note: This is a guaranteed grade
(no curve) though I reserve the right to lower the
scale (in your favor)!
A
100 – 90.0
AB
89.9 – 85.0
B
84.9 – 80.0
BC
79.9 – 75.0
C
74.9 – 70.0
CD
69.9 – 65.0
D
64.9 – 57.5
F
<57.5
An example of the grading calculation/process can be found at the course website listed above.
Introduction to Human Biology Lecture Schedule - Fall 2013
Sep 2
Labor Day
Oct 28
Ch. 7/9 Immune System
Sep 4
Course Orientation
Oct 30
Sep 6
Ch. 1 - Human Biology/Scientific Method
Nov 1
Ch. 9 - Immune system [slides]
Ch. 9 - Immune system
(Video V- 120-1028 {22 min})
Sep 9
Ch. 2 - Principles of Chemistry
Nov 4
Ch. 9 - Immune System
Sep 11
Ch. 2 - Chemistry in Biology
Nov 6
Ch. 14 - Digestive System
Sep 13
Ch. 3 - Cell Theory / Cells
Nov 8
Exam II (Muscle through Immune)
Sep 16
Ch. 3 - Cell Membrane
Nov 11
Ch. 14 - Nutrition
Sep 18
Ch. 3 - Cellular Organelles [slides]
Nov 13
Ch. 14 - Nutrition
Sep 20
Ch. 17 - Cell Cycle
Nov 15
Ch. 3 - Energy & Metabolism
Sep 23
Ch. 4 - Tissue/Organs/Systems
Nov 18
Ch. 3/14 Energy & Metabolism
Sep 25
Ch. 4 - Skin
Nov 20
Ch. 13 - Endocrine System
Sep 27
Ch. 5 - Skeletal System
Nov 22
Ch. 19 - Heredity
Sep 30
Ch. 5 - Skeletal Syst. / joints [slides]
Nov 25
Oct 2
Ch. 11 - Nervous System
Nov 27
Oct 4
Ch. 11 - Nervous System
Nov 29
Ch. 19 - Heredity
Ch. 17 - Molecular Biology, DNA &
RNA
Thanksgiving Holiday
Oct 7
Ch. 6 - Muscular System
Dec 2
Oct 9
Exam I (Intro through Nervous System)
Dec 4
Oct 11
Ch. 6 - Muscular System
Dec 6
Oct 14
Ch. 10 - Respiratory System
Dec 9
Oct 16
Ch. 10 - Respiratory System
Dec 11
Oct 18
Ch. 8 - Cardiovascular System
Dec 13
Oct 21
Ch. 8 - Cardiovascular System [slides]
Dec 16
Oct 23
Ch. 8 - Cardiovascular System
Dec 18
Oct 25
Ch. 15 - Urinary System
Dec 20
Ch. 17 - DNA and protein synthesis
Ch. 17 - DNA and protein synthesis;
Video: "Cracking the Code" QH428.P437
2002X ;
“The Gene Machine” 120-02586
Ch. 20 - Genetic Engineering
Exam III (Digestion through DNA)
Ch. 20/Lecture - Genetic Engin. &
Bioethics
FINAL EXAM! (10:30 to 12:30)
Disabilities: As required by federal law and UW-Green Bay policy for Individuals with Disabilities, students
with a documented disability who need accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at 465-2841.
Reasonable accommodations can be made unless they alter the essential components of the class. Contact the
instructor and Disability Services Coordinator in a timely manner to formulate alternative arrangements.