Chabot College
Fall, 2008
Replaced Fall 2011
Course Outline for Biology 2
PRINCIPLES OF CELL/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICS
Catalog Description:
2 – Principles of Cell/Molecular Biology and Genetics
5 units
Principles of the structure and function of biological molecules, viruses, prokaryotic, and eukaryotic cells
with emphasis on homeostasis, cell reproduction and its controls, molecular and transmission genetics,
control of gene expression and interactions, genetic control of pattern formation in development, and cell
metabolism. Prerequisite: Biology 4 or 6 and Chemistry 1A or equivalent and Mathematics 55 or
equivalent (all completed with a grade of “C” or higher). Strongly recommended: eligibility for English 1A
. Intended for biological sciences majors. 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 52.5, laboratory 105]
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course the student should be able to:
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describe the nature of solids, liquids, gases, and phase changes;
distinguish between atoms, molecules, compounds, and mixtures;
recognize chemical symbols for common elements;
write simple chemical formulas and balanced equations including net ionic equations and
formulas for oxidation reduction reactions;
describe bonding in compounds and ions;
describe hybridization, geometry, and polarity for simple molecules;
explain chemical and physical changes in terms of thermodynamics;
comprehend the basics of pH;
collect and analyze scientific data using statistical and graphical methods;
use a visible spectrophotometer;
identify levels of biological organization ranging from cells to organisms and discuss their
interdependencies;
describe the general structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and the process of cell
reproduction;
explain the principles and mechanisms of evolution and relate them to the systematics of
organisms.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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apply the principles and philosophies of science;
compare and contrast biological molecules and their roles in life processes;
compare and contrast structure and function of different types of cells in detail, describe cell
reproduction in detail, the cell cycle, and cell communication with emphasis on viruses and
prokaryotes;
discuss organization, regulation, and transmission of genetic information at the molecular level
and analyze patterns and mechanisms of heredity;
identify structures of organisms and investigate how they obtain, manipulate, and utilize materials
and energy for growth, maintenance, and development;
describe the origin of life.
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Course Outline for Biology 2, page 2
Fall 2008
Course Content (Lecture):
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Scientific research and literature
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Structure and function of biological molecules
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Origin and early history of life
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Cell structure and function
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Membranes and the movement of materials
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Cell communication
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Energy, metabolism, enzymes
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Cellular respiration
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Photosynthesis
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Chemosynthesis
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Molecular control of cell reproduction and cell cycle
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Mendelian genetics
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Molecular genetics
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Gene interactions
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Control of gene expression
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Genetic control of pattern formation in development
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Gene technology
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Genomes
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Viruses
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Structure and function of biological molecules
Cell structure and function
Membranes and movement of materials
Cell communication
Enzymes
Cellular respiration
Photosynthesis
Molecular control of cell reproduction and cell cycle
Mendelian genetics—Drosophila
Molecular genetics
Gene interactions
Control of gene expression
Genetic control of pattern formation in development
Gene technology
Genomes
Viruses.
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Lecture and discussion
Observation, collection and analysis of data
Laboratory studies
Charts, models, slides, specimens
Typical Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments
a. Laboratory exercise. Identify pigments using chromatography. (compare and contrast
biological molecules)
b. Worksheets. Solve genetics problems. (analyze patterns and mechanisms of heredity)
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Course Outline for Biology 2, page 3
Fall 2008
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Internet exercise. Examine karyotypes to identify abnormal chromosome structure and relate
to genetic syndromes. (discuss organization of genetic information at the molecular level)
Methods of evaluating student progress
a. Minimum of two midterm examinations
b. Quizzes
c. Minimum of two laboratory practicals
d. Student projects and laboratory reports
e. Final examination
Textbook (Typical)
Biology , Raven, Johnson, et al, McGraw Hill Publishers, 2007
Special Student Materials:
Scientific calculator
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Revised: 11/2007