PASADENA CITY COLLEGE
“Our community’s learning college.” + “Student Success: Our Top Priority.”
NATURAL SCIENCE DIVISION
01/11/16 to 05/08/16
COURSE: GENERAL BIOLOGY (BIOLOGY 11) FINAL EXAM: 05/03 (TU) 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
#32301 TTH (SV31): LEC 7:00-8:25 AM – LAB (SV13) 8:45 – 11:55 AM [TU]
#30307 TTH (SV31): LEC 7:00-8:25 AM – LAB (SV13) 8:45 – 11:55 AM [TH]
INSTRUCTOR: Joe W. Conner, Ph.D.
EMAIL: jwconner@pasadena.edu
OFFICE: SV9, 626.585.7163
HOURS: MTTH 1-3:00 PM
WEB SITE: http://faculty.pasadena.edu/jwconner
COURSE TEXTS AND STUDY SUPPORT PACKAGE
COURSE TEXTS AND STUDY SUPPORT PACKAGE
1.
Campbell, 2016. Essential Biology with Physiology (5th), Pearson, Boston, MA.
2.
BIOLOGY 11 LABORATORY MANUAL. Pasadena City College, Natural Sciences Division
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed for college students interested in basic biological
concepts and connections as they relate to daily life. Topics include: the cell, comparative physiology,
development, diversity of organisms, ecology, environmental biology, heredity, nutrition, origin of life
theories, and reproduction.
COURSE GOAL: The overall aim of this course is to introduce NON-SCIENCE MAJORS to biology
and scientific investigations.
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply scientific knowledge and skills that are necessary for active citizenship
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method, and an ability to use appropriate models to solve
problems.
3. Describe the hierarchical structure and function of biological systems from atoms to the biosphere.
Student Performance Objectives: (Objectives for all credit courses must indicate that students will learn
critical thinking and will be able to apply concepts at college level)
1. Describe the cellular basis of life including: the major organic molecules of cells, structure and function
of cellular organelles, movement of materials into and out of cells, the major cell types found in plants and
animals and cell division.
2. Describe and compare the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration and explain their
biological significance.
3. Compare the distinguishing characteristics of the major organismic groups, identify their evolutionary
relationships and biological significance and list examples of each group.
4. Describe the structure and function of organs and organ systems in mammals (humans) including the
physiological processes associated with them.
5. Compare sexual and asexual modes of reproduction as studied in representative groups, explain
advantages of sexual reproduction and describe reproductive trends in vertebrates.
6. Describe the mechanisms of Mendelian inheritance and describe the relationship of genetics and human
reproduction to variability in progeny.
7. Describe the basic processes of organismic evolution and provide examples of evolutionary change.
8. Describe the interrelationships among biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems.
9. Perform laboratory observations, dissections and experiments and collect, analyze data and form
conclusions.
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Course Content Outline: (Provides a comprehensive, sequential outline of the course content, including
all major subject matter and the specific body of knowledge covered.)
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Scientific Method
Chemical Basis of Life
Molecules of Life
Cellular Basis of Life
Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis
Cell Division
Inheritance
Structure and Function of DNA, RNA and Proteins
Biological Evolution
Biodiversity: prokaryotes, protists, plants, fungi, animals
Ecology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
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Scientific Method
Biological Molecules
Microscope and Cells
Chemistry and Enzymes
Diffusion and Osmosis
Photosynthesis
Heredity
Natural Selection
Microbes
Plants
Animals
Ecology
Environment
Human Physiology
Student Responsibilities:
You agree to be responsible for your study patterns, attendance, and class participation.
You agree to clear up any uncertainties regarding quizzes, exams, tests, and assignments.
You agree to ask questions in class or during office hours (see above) for this class.
You agree to respect and appreciate your own worth and those around you.
You agree become competent in the course materials.
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01/12/16 Orientation
Distribute and Discuss Syllabus
Welcome and Introduction
"A critical perspective on the study of life: mental warm-ups",
presented to US Air Force Academy Biology Faculty, 7/3/95 and
a. "The Conner Bubble" - Managing the Known & Unknown
b. “Critical Perspective: Assumptions, Expectations and Observations
Scan Tron: PARSCORE & Instructions
Grading System - see last page for details.
Homework and Practice Exercises: TBA
Films/Video Supplements/Speakers/Volunteer Bonus Points (TBA)
Wk.
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Date
JAN-12
Lecture Topics
Pages in Text_________
Orientation
-Introduction, e.g. type of bonus points, questions, Discussion Teams,
& Technology
Overview of textbook and online resources to help you become competent in Biology
"The Conner Bubble - Managing the Known and Unknown"
1998
– developed to show the power of questions as a tool linking diverse disciplines and people
<> "Critical Perspective: Assumptions, Expectations and Observations"
1998
<> "Vowels of Science: AEIOU"
1998;
Video: "How Difficult Can This Be?" The F.A.T. City Workshop
JAN-14
Introduction: Biology Today
JAN-18
MLK HOLIDAY CAMPUS CLOSED
JAN-19
The Life of a Flowering Plant
The Working Plant
Ch. 28, 604-24
Ch. 29, 625-39
JAN-21
Essential Chemistry for Biology
The Molecules of Life
Ch. 2, 22-35
Ch. 3, 37-55
JAN-26
A Tour of the Cell
REVIEW FOR EXAM 1
Ch. 4, 56-73
JAN-28
EXAM 1 covers Chapters 1-4
FEB-02 The Working Cell
Cellular Respiration: Obtaining Energy from Food
REVIEW FOR EXAM 2
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FEB-09
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Ch. 5, 74-89
Ch. 6, 90-105
EXAM 2 covers Chapters 5-6
Photosynthesis: Using Light to Make Food
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Ch. 1, 2-20
FEB-15
PRESIDAYS’ DAY CAMPUS CLOSED MONDAY
FEB-16
Cellular Reproduction: Cells from Cells
Ch. 7, 106-119
Ch. 8,120-143
FEB -23 An Introduction to Ecology and the Biosphere
Patterns of inheritance
Ch. 18, 372-401
Ch. 9, 144-171
The Structure and Function of DNA
Ch. 10, 172-197
MAR-01 How Genes are Controlled [Omit Chapter 12] [GUEST LECTURE/LAB]* Ch. 11, 198-217
MAR-03 REVIEW and EXAM 3 covers Chapters 6-10, excludes Chapter 18
*At FACCC Conference in Sacramento
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MARCH 07 -13 …………………………………..SPRING BREAK…………………………………..
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MAR 15 How Populations Evolve
How Biological Diversity Evolves
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MAR -22 REVIEW FOR EXAM 4
Ch.13, 242-267
Ch. 14, 268-291
MAR-24 EXAM 4 covers Chapters 11, 13 & 14 (<P. 281)
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MAR 29 The Evolution of Microbial Life
Plants, Fungi, and the Move onto Land
Ch. 15, 292-313
Ch. 16, 314-336
MAR-31 CESAR CHAVEZ HOLIDAY CAMPUS CLOSED THURSDAY
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APR-05
The Evolution of Animal
Population Ecology
Ch. 17, 336-371
Ch. 19, 402-423
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APR-12
Communities and Ecosystems
Ch. 20, 424-453
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APR-19
REVIEW FOR EXAM 5
EXAM 5 covers Chapters 15-20
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APR-26
Unifying Concepts of Animal Structure and Function
REVIEW FOR FINAL
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FINAL EXAMINATION IS CUMULATIVE
MAY 3, 2016 at 8:00 -10:00 AM (TUESDAY)
_____________* The coverage for any chapter may be reduced.
COMMENTS OR NOTES:
Ch. 21, 454-473
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GRADES WORKSHEET:
A.
B.
POSSIBLE POINTS................................................................................. 480+
EXAM 1.................................
______/50
EXAM 2.................................
______/50
EXAM 3.................................
______/50
QUIZZES: Best 7 of 8.........
______/70
MID-TERM POINTS .........
______/220
EXAM 4.................................
EXAM 5.................................
QUIZZES: Best 6 of 7.........
FINAL EXAM.....................
______/50
______/50
______/60
______/100
SECOND HALF TOTAL....
______/260
TOTAL POSSIBLE REGULAR POINTS...
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SCALE
______/480
90-100% A; 80-89% B; 70-79% C; 60-69% D; < 59% F
C.
MAILING GRADES AND GRADED MATERIALS
Only if you provide a self-addressed STAMPED envelope will items be mailed.
D.
MAKE-UP EXAMS
Make-up exams are ONLY by appointment, and for emergency or medical reasons
(within one week of your return). The MAXIMUM SCORE POSSIBLE on a make-up
exam is 90% of the regular exam score. [If you miss three classes you forfeit your
bonus points.]
E.
+ BONUS POINTS: These points are added to your regular score!
JUST A THOUGHT: "FORCED PERSPECTIVE - The belief or attitude that suggests that other views
or interpretations of evidence do not exist or are assumed to be irrelevant as a basis for drawing
conclusions." Joe W. Conner, 6/20/97
1998 jwc
COMMENTS OR NOTES: