8/24/15 DATE
X
X
Math/Science
REQUIRED COURSE
ELECTIVE COURSE
DIVISION
NEW COURSE
REVISION
X
LAKE LAND COLLEGE
Course Information Form
COURSE NUMBER
SEM CR HRS
BIO100
4
LT HRS
PREREQUISITES:
TITLE
3
BioScience I (face-to-face, hybrid, on-line)
LAB HRS
2
SOE HRS
ECH __4.5__
None
Catalog Description (40 Word Limit): An introduction to the fundamental processes
and structures common to all living things.
CONTENT
OUTLINE
LECTURE
HOURS
LAB
HOURS
Introduction (4.4%)
2.5
1
Ecology (11.3%)
6
3
Metric System (3.1%)
1.5
1
Chemistry (11.9%)
5.5
4
The Microscope (5.0%)
2
2
The Cell (6.9%)
3.5
2
Osmosis (5.6%)
2.5
2
Enzymes (3.8%)
2
1
Cell Metabolism (Photosynthesis/Cellular Resp.) (10%)
5
3
Protein Synthesis (6.3%)
3
2
Mitosis/Meiosis (10%)
5
3
Genetics (18.1%)
8.5
6
Evolution (5.0%)
4
0
EVALUATION: Quizzes X
Lab Work
Textbook:
Title
Author
X
Exams X
Projects
Oral Pres.
Comp.Final
Biology, concepts and connections
Neil A. Campbell
Publisher Pearson
Papers
X
Other
X
Volume/Edition
8th Edition
Major Course Segment
Copyright Date
Hours
2015
Learning Outcome
Introduction
3.5 /80
Students should be able to differentiate
between science and non-science, use
the scientific method, and identify
characteristics of living organisms.
Ecology
9.0 /80
Recognize the structure of ecosystems
including food chains, food webs,
ecological pyramids and biogeochemical
cycles; interpret the dynamics of
populations and those factors which
influence them.
Metric System
2.5 /80
Know the basic units of measurement of
the metric system and perform conversions from one unit to another.
BioChemistry
9.5 /80
Relate atomic structure to bonding and
pH. Explain the importance of organic and
inorganic molecules and their roles in
living organisms.
The Microscope
4 /80
Osmosis
4.5 /80
Recognize the various means of membrane transport. Apply the concepts to
tonicity problems.
Enzymes
3 /80
Describe the structure and function of
enzymes and their importance to living cells.
Cellular Metabolism (Photosynthesis and
8 /80
Summarize the light-dependent and light-
Identify the parts of a microscope. Make a
wet-mount slide. Utilize proper technique
to bring a specimen into focus.
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The Cell and Cell Theory
5.5 /80 Identify cell components, their functions,
and their relationships to cellular life
processes. Explain the cell theory.
Cellular Respiration)
independent reactions of photosynthesis
with regards to energy sources, raw materials,
and end products. Describe the major
biochemical pathways of aerobic cellular
respiration, including glycolysis, Krebs Cycle
and electron transport chain. Recognize the
steps involved in anaerobic respiration
Major Course Segment
Hours
Learning Outcome
pathways (fermentation.)
Protein Synthesis and Molecular Aspects
of Genetics
5
Describe the structure of DNA and how
it relates to the production of proteins.
List factors that cause errors in DNA and
their possible effects.
Mitosis/Meiosis
8 /80
Describe the structure of a chromosome
and illustrate its activities during mitosis
and meiosis. Differentiate the
and outcomes between
mitosis.
14.5
/80 Identify how meiotic concepts are
integrated
into
Mendelian
genetics.
Explain the basic principles of Mendelian
genetics and their applications in
inheritance patterns, quantitative genetics,
heredity and gene expression. Relate
genetics principles to chromosome
abnormalities, linkage and chromosomal
mapping. Describe the process and use
of recombinant DNA technology. Describe
different
patterns of inheritance.
Relate human genetics to
and technological
today’s
processes
meiosis and
Genetics
various research
advancements of
society.
Evolution
meiosis,
understand
4 /80
Discuss why content from ecology, DNA
structure, protein synthesis, mitosis,
and genetics lectures is vital to
when studying evolution.
Know the role of natural selection in the
process of evolution. Recognize the
factors that lead to speciation
Course Outcomes: At the successful completion of this course, students will be able
to:
 Competently utilize lab equipment and metric measurements in laboratory exercises and
utilize critical thinking involving the scientific method.
 Understand cellular structures and processes. This knowledge will allow them to apply
critical thinking skills to health/body/everyday scenarios.
 Comprehend and apply knowledge of energy systems and the flow of energy in an
ecosystem.
 Comprehend DNA structure and function and apply this knowledge to fields of mitosis,
meiosis, biotechnology and evolution.
 Apply knowledge acquired from BIO 100 to competently address bioethical issues and
other areas of science and society. Students will be able to form logical and educated
opinions on various science and society topics.
THIS COURSE MEETS THE FOLLOWING LAKE LAND COLLEGE GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS:
Goal 1 Communication: Students will communicate professionally and effectively.
This goal is met through performing lab experiments throughout the semester. Students work in
groups and use effective communication skills in order to complete the lab successfully.
Goal 2 Critical Thinking: Students will apply critical thinking skills in various ways.
This goal is met through performing lab experiments throughout the semester. Critical thinking
skills involved in lab include: locating information, evaluating sources, analyzing data and
arguments, interpreting initial results, and transferring insights to new contexts.
Goal 3 Problem Solving: Students will demonstrate scientific and quantitative problemsolving skills.
This goal is met through performing lab experiments throughout the semester. During labs,
students must apply the scientific method, perform mathematical operations, interpret tables and
graphs, and apply percentages, ratios, and averages.
Goal 4 Diversity: Students will recognize the unique characteristics of others.
Through the application of current events and the discussion of bioethical issues, students will
realize the diversity of thoughts and cultures, along with economic, geographical, and historical
perspectives regarding various issues.
Goal 5 Citizenship: Students will demonstrate civic responsibility.
Many of the problems in society today can be solved using biological technology. Examples of
current techniques and technology used in various industries will be used to demonstrate the
impact human actions have on society and the student’s role in a global society. Students will
look into the controversy of new techniques used in biology and discuss the ethical problems
which arose with the development of such techniques.
Goal 6 Foundational Knowledge: Students will demonstrate knowledge of general
education course content.
Students will have a working knowledge of key components learned from a wide variety of
general education courses taken. In the biological sciences, this may include a basic knowledge
of: cells, DNA, energy systems, genetics and ecology.