BIOLOGY 122: ZOOLOGY
SYLLABUS – SPRING 2011
Lecture: MWF 11:00-11:50 (SCM 302); Lab: M 1:00-3:50 (SCM 207)
COURSE OVERVIEW, CONTEXT, AND CREDIT
You will learn about the classification and biology of animals. This course has been designed to provide
a general study of the Animal Kingdom, including both invertebrates and vertebrates. Specific topics
covered will include phylogeny, diversity, anatomy, morphology, physiology and life cycles. Zoology is
one of three courses introducing you to the concepts of biology and a survey of organisms (BIO 122, 201
and 212). Yet, the only background needed for this course is the BIO 121.
As with many Biology courses, this course carries four (4) hours credit. It includes three hours lecture
and three hours lab per week.
INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Charles N. Horn
Office location: 223 Math & Science Building
Phone: 803-321-5257
Hours: MWF 8-9; TT 8:15-10:15; or by appointment
E-mail: charles.horn@newberry.edu
You are more than welcome to stop in during my office hours to talk about any problems or to present
suggestions relative to this course, about science, or the college in general. If you want to talk to me and
find the scheduled hours to be inconvenient, feel free to schedule an appointment.
STUDENT LEARNING & PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Newberry College is committed to monitoring student learning for continual program improvement. This
class has course-level student learning outcomes (listed below) which are aligned to overall program
learning outcomes. After completion of this course, you should be able to:
1. Recognize and categorize animals by Phylum and (in some cases) Class; recognize evolutionary
relationships between the Phyla.
2. Analyze the study of anatomy, morphology and life history within the field of zoology.
3. Describe the structure and function of organ systems within a specific organism.
4. Contrast organs and organ systems between phyla.
5. Describe and/or diagram the life cycle of specific organisms.
6. Describe concepts important to the study of a species life history through a researched paper.
RESOURCE MATERIALS
Hickman, Cleveland P., Jr., Larry S. Roberts, Susan L. Keen, Allan Larson, and David Eisenhour. 2009.
Animal Diversity, 5th edition. McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 978-0-07-296945-0
Lyttle, Charles F. and John R. Meyer. 2009. General Zoology Laboratory Guide, 15th edition.
McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 978-0-07-305162-8
Rust, Thomas G. 1983. A Guide to the Biology Lab, 3rd edition. Southwest Educational Enterprises.
ISBN: 0-937029-01-7
Many course materials, including the syllabus, lecture notes, and review sheets for all exams will be
available on the course website: http://www.newberry-college.net/chorn/BIO122/ . You will also
receive e-mails on a regular basis reminding you of assignments and announcing a web posting.
Zoology Syllabus
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
The course will consist of a series of PowerPoint lectures directed at the diversity of animal life. Of
importance will be visuals of specific morphological and anatomical features of organisms. Lab will
provide an opportunity for you to work individually and in small groups to review information
concerning these organisms and contemplate fine points of the taxonomic, morphological and anatomical
features.
CLASS POLICIES
ATTENDANCE
I would hope that everyone is eager to attend every class. But I realize that situations arise which may
make attendance difficult on a particular day. If you miss class, I strongly recommend you give me a
visit, or at least a call. In the event that class absences become a reoccurring event, I have the option of
turning in a grade of FA (failure due to absences) when more than 15% absences (8 total) in lecture
and/or laboratory accumulate. Being late for class can be disruptive, so please note that three tardies
equates to one absence. For absences from class meetings that include a graded assignment, you must
contact me as follows:
 Each lab will be available for you to work on for a limited amount of time since the room is used for
other courses. If you know ahead of time that you will be absent (sports, class field trip, other
college related activity), PLEASE come and work on the lab early or on Tuesday.
 Those who are absent from a lecture exam or lab quiz must present a written excuse for your
absence(s) WITHIN ONE WEEK before a makeup will be allowed. It is your responsibility to
contact me. I reserve the right to give a more difficult makeup. After one week, your grade will
become a zero (0) unless you have a very unusual circumstance.
 Absence from class does not excuse you from turning in an assignment on time! If you know you
will miss a class in which an assignment is due, turn it in early!
There is a slight chance that various unplanned activities may cause interruption of the educational
process (tornadoes, hurricanes, ice/snow, or a flu pandemic). The college and I will strive to make sure
all students have the ability to complete their semester academic obligations so as to receive grades as
expected. In the case that you realize that you will be away from classes for a while or the college will
be closed please remember to:
1) Check the college emergency information page at:
http://www.newberry.edu/emergency-information/
2) Check the course website for assignments or other course announcements:
http://www.newberry-college.net/chorn/BIO122/Index.htm
3) Check your e-mail for personal messages from me. Please make use of your campus e-mail.
If you become sick enough to miss a substantial number of class meetings, you must contact me (or have
your parents do such) so we can determine your best academic outcome. In most cases you may be able
to work independently on course work.
COMMUNICATION ACROSS THE CURRICULUM PROGRAM (CACP)
You will be expected to revise your term paper to make it qualify for CACP Level 3 credit (level 2 if you
do not have a level 2 paper completed yet). A proper cover sheet must be attached. Level 3 papers need
to be at least five pages and include five references. Your grade on the paper and the outcome of the
CACP evaluation are not the same since different features are evaluated.
BIO 122 Syllabus, pg. 3
ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES IN CLASS
Cell phones and all other electronic devices must be turned off or put on silent mode while in class and
earpieces must be removed. Laptops may be required and should only be used for class associated
activities, however, during discussion periods, laptop should be put away. Failure to adhere to stated
policies or use of electronic communication devices for unauthorized purposes including text messaging
during class sessions may result in any or all of the following penalties:
1. loss of points from your participation grade;
2. presence in class being counted as an absence; or, in repeated or egregious instances,
3. removal from the class for disruptive and inappropriate behavior.
COURSE EVALUATION
ASSIGNMENTS AND EVALUATION
Lecture Exams (6 @ 50 pts = 300 pts) – A majority of questions will be short answer. Yet, selected
components will include matching, definitions and explanations.
Final Exam (100 pts) – For the final, 80% of the material will be over content since the last hour exam;
several questions (total of 20%) will be comprehensive, directly addressing the course objectives.
Graduating seniors with an A in the class may exempt the final.
Life History paper (100 pts) – A 2,000 word paper with at least five appropriate references is required.
See a separate page for details on format and grading.
Laboratory Reports (12 best @ 5 pts = 60 pts) – Before leaving lab each week you need to turn in your
completed lab report. In the lecture prior to lab you will receive your lab work/data sheet.
Laboratory Quizzes (3 @ 40 pts = 120 pts) – You will be asked to identify structures and/or their
function (practical type). Each quiz will have 40 questions.
COURSE GRADE
Total points: 680
Grading scale: 93-100% = A; 88%-92% = B+; 83%-88% = B; 78%-82% = C+;
73%-77% = C; 68%-72% = D+; 63%-67% = D; <63% = F
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic integrity at Newberry College assumes that all work, written or oral, submitted by a student is
that student’s own work. Newberry College faculty adhere to the College’s Academic Dishonesty Policy,
which deals severely with cheating, including plagiarism. Plagiarism is here defined as the theft of
another person’s words or ideas. Plagiarism is not acceptable in Newberry College class work; to avoid
being cited for plagiarism one must cite the source of other’s work. Students who fail to comply will
receive one of these penalties:
1. A paper may receive the grade of zero (no credit),
2. A student may receive the grade of F for the course, or
3. A student whose offense is particularly heinous may be remanded to the Associate Dean of
Academic Affairs, who may convene the Academic Integrity Committee, possibly resulting in a
judicial sanction and/or expulsion.
In all cases, a Report of Academic Dishonesty will be filed with the Registrar and with the Associate
Dean of Academic Affairs that will become part of that student’s permanent record. Students with
additional questions should consult the office of the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (321-5110).
Zoology Syllabus
CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
The Center for Student Success is currently located in Wright Hall. The building offers quiet study
spaces and a computer lab. During the academic semester, Wright Hall is open and available beginning
at 7:15 am Monday through Friday and closes at 8:00 pm Monday through Thursday and at 4:30 pm on
Friday. Other services offered to all Newberry College students for academic enhancement are free and
include: academic orientation and new student advisor assignment, career services, content area peer
tutoring, disability services, international programs, organizational skills, study skills, time management,
writing assistance and other services. To obtain specific services, please use the following guidelines:
Disability Services – Students enrolled in the Disability Services Program must identify themselves and
present documentation of their disability signed by an approved professional in order to have an
accommodation letter put in place. This can be accomplished by contacting Ms. Kay Chandler in the
Center for Student Success by phone (803-321-5187), e-mail (kay.chandler@newberry.edu) or in
person to schedule an initial meeting. ALL records are kept confidential for the protection of our
students. Note: Your instructors are not permitted to discuss your disabilities with you until you
have registered with the Office of Disabilities Support Services.
Writing Assistance – One-on-one writing assistance is available for all Newberry College students.
This includes drop-ins or scheduled appointments with tutors and writing assistants for help in
brainstorming, revising and editing papers, even CACP papers. Students are welcome to stop by the
Center for Student Success Monday through Thursday between the hours of 12:00 noon and 8:00 pm
for assistance or to schedule an appointment.