I. Basic Course Information
A. Course number and Title: BIOL-102 - GENERAL BIOLOGY II
B. Date of Proposal: November 2005
C. Sponsoring Department SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
D. Semester Credit Hours: 4
E. Weekly Contact Hours: 6
F. Prerequisites:
Lecture __ 3 __
Lab 3 __
BIOL-101 General Biology I and MATH 112-
Precalculus I
G. Laboratory Fees: YES
II. Catalog Description
Prerequisites: BIOL-101 General Biology I and MATH 112-Precalculus I
This course considers the diversity of living things, the biology of plants and animals, evolution and ecology.
III. Statement of Course Need
This is the second course in a two-course sequence providing an in-depth study of biological sciences at the college level. It is required in the Biology,
Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-
Medicine, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-
Physician`s Assistant, Pre-Veterinary Medicine options of the Associate of
Science degree program in Science & Mathematics. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
IV. Place of Course in College Curriculum
Requirement- Meets General Education Goals:
This course meets a requirement in the Biology Options
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V. Outline of Course Content
This course explores the following topics:
* I. Mechanisms of Evolution
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* a. A Darwinian View of Life
* b. The Evolution of Populations
* c. The Origin of Species
* d. Phylogeny and Systematics
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* II. The Evolutionary History of
* Biological Diversity
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* III. Plant Form and Function
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* IV. Animal Form and Function
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* V. Ecology
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* a. An Introduction to Ecology
* and the Biosphere
* b. Behavioral Biology
* c. Community Ecology
* d. Ecosystems
* e. Conservation Biology
VI. Educational Goals and Learning Outcomes
A. General Education Goals
After completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Develop an informed understanding of the fundamental concepts of biological sciences (G.E. 1).
2. Demonstrate the fundamentals of problem solving and critical thinking ( G.E. 2)
Student goals for this course:
At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate basic laboratory techniques.
2. Organize and analyze data in a comphrensive manner.
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3. Critique scientific papers
4. Apply biological concepts in meaningful ways.
5. Develop oral and written communication skills.
VII. Modes of Teaching and Learning
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Lecture/discussion
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Small group projects
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Student oral presentations
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Student study
VIII. Papers, Examinations, and other Assessment Instruments
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Using equipment and computers in the laboratory
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Oral and written communications skills
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Computer
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Presentation of research findings
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Analysis of reading assignments
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Others, as specified by instructor
IX. Grade Determinants
* Lecture Examinations
* Laboratory Examinations
* Final Examinations
* Term Research Paper
X. Text and Materials
Suggested Textbook- Biology by Campbell & Reece
Symbiosis (laboratory manual)
On-Line Laboratories
XI. Resources
CD-Rom accompanying textbook
Websites
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