BIOL 1510: Principles of Biology I (4-credits)
Spring 2013
Instructor: Dr. Steven Vieira; e-mail: svieira@lakelandcc.edu, Office: B 3038, (440) 525-7155
Section & Time: Section 34449 (50) Lecture/Lab: T/R 9 am - 11:50 am
Location: Rm 221, Holden University Center
Course Web address: https://class.lakelandcc.edu/
Required Text:
Raven et. al. 2011. Biology. 9th ed. McGraw Hill. Custom (Chapters 1- 29, 31, 54).
Perry, J.W, Morton, d., J.B. Perry, 2002. Laboratory Manual for Biology. Brooks/Cole.
Course Description
This is the first of a two-part sequence covering a general introduction to the biological sciences
for the science major student. This course introduces students to the nature of living systems.
Topics include, basic biochemistry, Cell structure and function, cell metabolism and energy
transfer, DNA structure and function, Protein synthesis, genetics, evolution, and animal
development. An exploration of biodiversity is also introduced in this course that will be
continued in BIOL 1520. In this course we will study viruses, prokaryotes, Protista, and Fungi.
Expectations
Since this class is scheduled as a combination lecture and lab expect to be in attendance for the
entire duration of the scheduled class. If you have not completed the lab exercise you may
need to stay later than this so do not schedule work or other plans immediately following class
time. Some days will be mostly lecture and some may be mostly lab or a split of both. During
labs, I expect you to be mature though conversation is acceptable. Follow all lab rules as
described in a separate handout. Read labs prior to class so that you can complete the
exercises in the time allotted. Expect to participate in class discussion and work in groups to
solve problems. Because group activities and pop quizzes can come at any time, it is strongly
advised that you keep up with the assigned reading. Expect to be challenged in assessments.
You’ll find that I am easy going and prefer a casual atmosphere but will challenge you to think
differently. Expect to work hard in this class but also expect to have fun and learn some exciting
things. Key to success in this class is to read assignments in advance of lecture and to attend
and participate in all classes.
Grading:
I will use a straight scale to determine grade points:
A = 90%-100%
B = 80-89% C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = below 60%
The following table outlines the tentative point structure for the class:
Assignment
Attendance Participation
Homework/Quizzes
3 Midterms (80 points/each)
Final Exam (cumulative)
Biodiversity Lab Practical
Total points
60
250
240
100
50
Total:
700
Notes
See notes
Assorted quizzes & labs, 20 & 10 pts
Multiple choice, essay’s possible
Cumulative, multiple choice
Image based, multiple choice
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Attendance and Participation- I have allotted 60 points toward attendance and participation.
Credit for participation includes being attentive during lecture, answering and asking questions,
and contributing positively during labs and group projects. There is a 2-point deduction for each
instance of tardiness, early departure, or lack of participation in class. There is a 5 pt deduction
for each behavioral disruption or absence. I may also add Discussion Forum questions on the
Blackboard web page where I will expect contributions and dialogs.
Homework/Quizzes – You can expect numerous quizzes and/or homework assignments
reviewing assigned readings, lecture and lab content. Some are announced in your syllabus
schedule, while others will be unannounced and given during class time or as homework.
Quizzes will be valued at 10 or 20 points. Expect some quizzes to be conducted in the lab
practical format at the end of lab exercises. It is possible but not guaranteed that you will
complete more assignment points than allocated for this portion of your grade. If this occurs, I
will drop your lowest scores within an assignment value category.
Late/missed assignments- I will not allow make-ups of quizzes or exams unless approved in
advance for special circumstances. If you miss class due to illness or family crisis I will require
a written doctor’s statement or equivalent verifying the condition. Scheduled appointments are
not excused. In general this procedure is necessary only if you miss a graded assignment such
as a quiz. For excused absences only, I will apply your average class grade to such missed
assignments or if appropriate will drop this score. However, assignments that were assigned
previously and due on a day you are absent must still be turned in on time to earn credit for
them by submitting answers electronically. Make-up exams will be entirely essay format.
Exams- There will be three midterm exams, and one comprehensive final exam. Exams will
cover material from reading assignments, lecture, discussions, and labs. Students can expect
the exams to be challenging and in the form of multiple choice. A fifth exam will be in the lab
practical format, where specimens observed in lab will be displayed and students will be asked
questions concerning them. This lab practical will mainly cover the survey of biodiversity.
Equipment needs and other notes:
Items to bring to class each day include: your text and lab manual, pencil, a calculator, any
handouts provided (missing copies are your responsibility to replace).
This course requires the use of Blackboards’ Online assistant available on the college’s web
page. To use Blackboard will need to have access to a computer with Internet access and upto-date browser software. If you lack the basic computer skill to use Blackboard you will need to
schedule a meeting with me to review these during the first week of class..
Please turn off cell phones. I will deduct 5 points from your attendance grade for each
disruption. Students are expected to behave in accordance with guidelines described in the
Lakeland Student Manual.
Withdrawals: I will not accept withdrawals beyond the college deadline. Extreme circumstance
may be considered.
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Tentative Class Schedule
This schedule is subject to change to accommodate possible problems such as equipment
availability, class pace, and my own indecisiveness. Chapters and sections refer to the course
textbook. Lab exercises are in the lab manual or provided as handouts.
Week
1/15
Day
Tue
Thur
1/22
Tue
Thur
1/29
Tue
Thur
2/5
Tue
Thur
2/12
Tue
Thur
2/19
Tue
3/5
Quiz 1 (chapter 1, Lab 1)
Atoms and basic chemistry
Lab Exercise 2.1 Measuring using the metric
system.
Basic Chemistry cont.; Water molecules
Lab: Properties of water
Quiz 2 (chapter 2)
Biological Molecules, Ch 3
Lab: Working with molecular models
Chapter 3 cont.
Lab: Exercise 3- Microscopes
Quiz 3 (chapter 3)
Thermodynamics, Enzymes, and Metabolism
Lab: Microscopes, continued
Lab Exercise 8: Enzymes.
Quiz 4 (chapter 6)
Test 1: Chapters 1, 2, 3 and 6
Overview of the cell
Cells continued.
Lab: Exercise 6- Cell structure
Reading/Notes
Ch 1
Ch 1
Ch 2.1-2.3
Lab 2
Ch 2.3-2.6
Handout
Ch 3.1-3.2, 3.5
Handout
Ch 3.3 & 3.4
Lab 3
Ch 6
Lab 8
Ch 4
Ch 4
Lab 6
Cell membranes- where all the action is!
Lab: Exercise 7
Lec: Cell membranes, cont
Lab: Exercise 7- Cell Membranes cont.
Ch 5
Tue
Quiz 5: Cells & Membranes
Lec: Cell Respiration
Ch 7
Thur
Photosynthesis
Lab Exercise 9: Photosynthesis
Ch 8
Lab 9
Tue
Cell metabolism Review
Quiz 6 (chapters 7 & 8)
Thur
2/26
Topic
Class Introduction/ overview. What makes
something alive?
Lab: Orientation, Policies, etc
Scientific method
Lab: Salt v Fresh water
Ch 5 & 9.1-9.3
Lab 7
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Thur
3/11
3/19
3/26
4/2
Tue
Lec: Cell division Mitosis & Meiosis
Lab: Mitosis & Meiosis
Thur
Quiz: Cell division
Lec: Genetics
Lab: Genetic concepts
Tue
Lab: Taster Gene PCR
Lec: Extensions of Genetics (online)
Quiz: Genetics (online)
Lab: Handout, 17.1
Ch 13,
Thur
Lab: Taster Gene Digestion and Electrophoresis
Lec: Early Development (online)
Lab: Animal Development
Lab: Handout, 17.1
Ch 19, 54.1-54.5
Lab 42 & 43
Tue
Lec: Protein synthesis
Lab: Development cont.
Lec: Gene Regulation
Quiz: Gene Expression and Regulation
Ch 15
Test 3 (chapters 10-17, 19, 54)
Lab: Introduction to Evolution-Hardy-Weinberg
Lec: Evolution Processes
Lab: Natural Selection in a bean population.
Lab: Handout, Ch 20
Evidence of Evolution
Quiz 10 (Evolution)
Phylogeny & Classification
Lab: Classifying and building Phylogenic trees.
Ch 21
Viruses and Prokaryotic Kingdoms
Lab: Prokaryotes and Protozoan
Lec: Protista
Lab: Photosynthetic Protista
Ch 27 & 28
Lab 19.1, 19.2
Ch 29
Lab 20
Tue
Kingdom Fungi
Ch 31
Lab 21
Thur
Practical quiz on Biodiversity
Catch up- open lab time
TBA
(5/9)
Lab practical
Final Exam (comprehensive)
Tue
Thur
4/16
Tue
Thur
4/23
Tue
Thur
4/30
Ch 14, 10.2
Spring Break
Thur
4/9
Test 2 Chapters 4, 5, 7, 8, and 9
DNA Structure and Replication
Ch 10 & 11
Lab: handout,
17.3Lab 11 & 12
Ch 12
Lab 13, Apdx 2
Ch 16
Ch 20, 22
Lab: Handout
Ch 23, 26
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