October 7
October 9
October 14
October 16
October 21
October 23
October 28
October 30
November 4
November 6
November 11
November 13
November 18
November 20
August 19
August 21
August 26
Introduction; The Science of Marine Biology
Introduction to the Lab, Scientific Method Lab
August 28 Quiz 1
Fundamentals of Biology
Cells and Microscopes Lab
September 2 The Microbial World
September 4 Quiz 2 Prokaryotes, Algae, Protozoans Lab
September 9 Photosynthesis and Hydrothermal Vents
September 11 Quiz 3 Photosynthesis Lab
September 16 Seaweeds
September 18 Quiz 4 Seaweeds Lab
September 23 Marine Invertebrates Part 1
September 25 Quiz 5 Cnidaria and Mollusca (Dissections) Lab
September 30
October 2
MIDTERM EXAMINATION #1
Marine Invertebrates Part 2
Chapter 1
Manual
Chapter 4
Manual
Chapter 5
Manual pp. 35-38, 66-68, 379-381
Manual
Chapter 6
Manual
Chapter 7
Handout
Chapter 7
Echinodermata (Dissections) Lab
Common Marine Invertebrates of Monterey
Field Trip to the Monterey Bay Aquarium 2:40-5:50 PM (No class at night)
Marine Invertebrate Presentations
Cartilaginous Fishes
Sharks (Dissection) Lab
Bony Fishes
Pacific Coast Fishes
Marine Reptiles and Birds
MIDTERM EXAMINATION #2
Marine Mammals
Marine Mammals
Handout
Manual & Book
Chapter 8
Handout
Chapter 8
Manual & Book
Chapter 9
Chapter 9
Chapter 9
Marine Mammals, Videos
Marine Ecology
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Homework due- Common Marine Mammals, Handout

November 25
November 27
December 2
Between the Tides
Thanksgiving Day, College Closed
Chapter 11
---
Evolution Lab
Homework due- Food Web Exercise, Handout
Resources from the Sea
Handout
December 4
December 9
December 11
Chapter 17
Marine Mammal Presentations
Field trip to Monterey Jetty/Harbor 3:00-5:00 PM (No class at night)
December 18 COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAMINATION (6:00-8:50 PM)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introduction to the study of marine life. Emphasis on the fundamentals of biology, algae, invertebrates, vertebrates, and ecology. Recommended for non-science majors who desire a general knowledge and appreciation of life in the sea.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
1) Given a mock experiment, the student will use the scientific method to answer a biological question.
2) Given any marine animal, the student will properly dissect a specimen for anatomical study.
3) Given any of the major marine organisms, the student will describe key characteristics.
4) Given representative producers and consumers, the student will construct a food web as well as predict
potential human impacts on the community.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
1.
use the scientific method to answer questions in marine biology.
2.
compare and contrast prokaryotic versus eukaryotic cells.
3.
recognize the chemical ingredients of life.
4.
analyze a plankton tow.
5.
differentiate unicellular algae and protozoans.
6.
distinguish between different types of multicellular seaweeds.
7.
list reasons to study marine algae.
8.
define photosynthesis.
9.
name the characteristics of the major marine invertebrate and vertebrate phyla.
10.
infer fish habitat from fish form.
11.
diagram the countercurrent system of flow in the gills of fishes.
12.
evaluate feeding strategies among seabirds.
13.
construct a phylogenetic hypothesis based on evolutionary bird data.
14.
discuss the life history of sea turtles.
15.
describe the migration routes of marine mammals.
16.
explain the functions of echolocation.
17.
distinguish ecology from environmental science.
18.
construct a food web using representative producers and consumers.
19.
debate the threats caused by overfishing.
20.
develop microscopy skills necessary for the examination of living structures.
21.
design an experiment to test the influence of lipids and spines on buoyancy.
22.
dissect marine animals for anatomical study.
23.
create hypotheses based on observations of marine animal behavior.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Instructor- Dr. Jeffery R. Hughey
Office- Building N, Room 26C
Telephone- (831) 770-7054
Email- jhughey@hartnell.edu
Web Address- http://live-hartnell.gotpantheon.com/dr-jeffery-hughey-biology-instructor
Office Hours- Monday 12:30-1:30 PM, Tuesday 5:00-6:00 PM, Thursday 5:00-6:00 PM
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS
•
Castro, P. & Huber, M.E. Marine Biology. 9 th
ed . McGraw Hill, New York, 2013.
•
Marine Biology Lecture and Laboratory Manual: Section 1022, Fall 2014.
•
Steinbeck, J. Cannery Row . Any edition. Penguin Books, New York.
GRADING
Determination of grades in this course will be based on your performance on the following:
Cannery Row Quizzes
Homework Assignments
50 pts.
50 pts.
Marine Invertebrate Presentation
Marine Mammal Presentation
Completion of 3 Study Guides
First Examination
Second Examination
Final Examination
Total
50 pts.
50 pts.
150 pts.
100 pts.
100 pts.
150 pts.
700 pts.
C
D
F
Grade
A
B
Total Points Earned (Percentage)
630-700 pts. (90-100%)
560-629 pts. (80-89%)
490-559 pts. (70-79%)
420-489 pts. (60-69%)
419 or fewer (59% or less)
Good
Failing
Definition
Excellent
Satisfactory
Barely Passing
Grade Points
4
3
2
1
0
EXAMINATIONS
The lecture portion of the examination will consist of a combination of multiple choice, true or false, matching, short answer, and essay questions. Questions will come mainly from the lecture material, but will also be derived from assigned readings. Supply your own Scantron 882-E form and a number 2 pencil. The laboratory portion of the examination will focus on material from the lab manual, handouts, and information from lab exercises and field trips. Laboratory questions generally require you to identify organisms and anatomical structures.
CANNERY ROW QUIZZES
There will be five, 10 point quizzes that focus on the reading assignments listed below from Steinbeck’s Cannery
Row . The quizzes will be administered at the beginning of class, no make up quizzes will be given. The following shows the schedule and chapters that you will be tested on:
August 28
September 4
September 11
September 18
September 25
Quiz1
Quiz2
Quiz3
Quiz4
Quiz5
Chapters 1-6
Chapters 7-12
Chapters 13-18
Chapters 19-24
Chapters 25-32

PRESENTATIONS
Students will summarize in front of the class, in 4-5 minutes, the biology of an invertebrate and a mammal that they select from a list of animals provided by the instructor. Presentations will be given on October 16 th
and
December 9 th
, 2013. The presentations will be delivered using the chalkboard, PowerPoint slides, video, and/or the overhead projector. Both presentations will be graded and are worth 50 pts each. NO CREDIT WILL BE
GIVEN TO STUDENTS THAT DO NOT MAKE A PRESENTATION.
LATE WORK
Extra-credit and homework will not be accepted if it is turned in after the due date.
MAKE UP QUIZ AND EXAMINATION POLICY
If you are unable to attend a quiz or examination please notify me by telephone, email, or in person prior to the test. If for an unforeseen reason you are not able to contact me in advance and you miss a quiz or examination, submit a written letter signed by the authority involved (doctor, policeman, judge) that includes their phone number and an explanation. If you have a valid excuse, I will reschedule the quiz or schedule an intellectually comparable oral or essay examination. NO MAKE UPS WILL BE GRANTED FOR THE FINAL EXAMINATION
WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FROM DR. HUGHEY.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular attendance and consistent study are your responsibility and the two factors that contribute most to a successful college experience. I expect you to attend all of the class sessions. Any lack of attendance, which leads in my judgment to unsatisfactory progress, may result in being dropped from the course. Absence in excess of two weeks (consecutive or non-consecutive) will result in being dropped from the course.
DROPPING THE COURSE
It is your responsibility to drop the course. Do not assume that I will submit the drop for you if you decide to stop coming to class. The last day to drop for a “W” is November 21 st
. Students that do not officially drop the course by November 21 st
will receive a letter grade based on their Total Points Earned.
CLASSROOM VISITORS
No one is permitted to attend this class unless she or he is a registered student.
CONDUCT
Please show respect for your peers and your instructor. If I observe any student performing or aiding in any of the types of misconduct listed under “Codes of Student Conduct” on page 31 of the Hartnell Catalog, that student will be dropped from the course. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
COMMUNICATION WITH YOUR INSTRUCTOR
When communicating by email, phone, or in person, do so in a professional manner. Namely, when emailing, include your complete name, course name, and use complete sentences. Do not abbreviate words or use slang.
INSTRUCTIONAL SUGGESTIONS
Course suggestions that you feel will improve comprehension, retention, and cognition are warmly welcomed.
Requests for less information, postponement of examinations, or easier examinations are not welcomed.
SUGGESTIONS FOR DOING WELL IN BIOLOGY 30
1. Read the textbook 5. Attend class and take complete notes
2. Review your notes before coming to class
3. Study for exams with a partner or in a group
4. Review practice questions
6. Participate in classroom exercises
7. Outside of class study at least 6 hrs/week