eTROY
BIO 1100
T1 2015
PLEASE NOTE: For course syllabi posted prior to the beginning of the term, the instructor reserves
the right to make changes prior to or during the term. The instructor will notify students, via e-mail or
Blackboard announcement, when changes are made in the requirements and/or grading of the course.
eTROY Courses at Troy University
All eTROY courses at Troy University utilize the Blackboard Learning System. In every eTROY course,
students should read all information presented in the Blackboard course site and should periodically
check for updates-at least every 48 hours. Remember: This is not a “correspondence course” in
which a student may work at his/her own pace. Each week there are assignments, online discussions,
online activities and/or exams with due dates. Refer to the schedule at the end of the syllabus for
more information.
Instructor Information
Amy L. Grilliot
506 Manchester Expy, Suite B-5
Columbus GA
706-660-2344
agrilliot@troy.edu
Office Hours
Monday 10 – 3
Wednesday 10 - 3
Instructor Education
BS Wildlife Biology
MS Wildlife Biology
Course Description
BIO 1100 is an overview of biology that includes scientific methods, biological chemistry, cell biology,
biological energy transformations, physiology, genetics, gene expression and regulation, population
genetics, and ecology.
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Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes
By the end of the class, students should be able to:
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Describe the role of evolutionary theory as a unifying theme of biology.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of cells and their organelles.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of genetics, heredity, human reproduction,
and development.
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of humans in shaping the world environment.
Demonstrate the complex interactions of organisms with each other and the environment.
Demonstrate an understanding of the conservation of resources and organisms.
Course Corequisite
BIO L100. Students must register for both the lecture (BIO 1100) and lab (BIO L100) concurrently
unless they are repeating the lecture or lab.
Specific Course Requirements
Chapter tests
Discussion board participation
Proctored final exam
Research Component
Discussion board assignments and Mini-reports will require brief internet research.
Entrance Competencies
The student must possess the knowledge and skills of a high school graduate and the capability to
perform on a college level. Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines are an absolute
requirement.
Required Text
Title
THE CORE W/MODIFIED
MASTERING BIOLOGY
Author
SIMON
ISBN
9781323141328
Publisher
PEARSON
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Method of Evaluation
Policy Quiz
Chapter 1 Quiz
3 chapter tests @ 100 pts each
1 cumulative proctored final
10 pts
25 pts
300 pts
100 pts
4 Required Discussions @ 10 pts
Research assignments
40 pts
25 pts
Total
500 points
Examination Schedule and Instructions
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The quizzes will be mostly multiple-choice and True/False.
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They will be available for a specific time period (Wed 5PM-Sun 11:59PM), and each quiz will be
timed.
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The final will be closed book and proctored. Please note: If you use your book/notes to
take your chapter quizzes “open book” instead of studying, you WILL do poorly on the
proctored final. It would be wise to learn/memorize the material during the term so you are
prepared for the final exam
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All quizzes/exams exams will be delivered online via Blackboard. They will be found in the
Weekly Activities area. The exams will be timed.
Students should have their textbook by the first week of class. Not having your textbook is not an
acceptable excuse for late work. Students who add this course late should refer to the “Late
Registration” section for further guidance.
Attendance Policy
Students will be contacted by the instructor via e-mail by the first day of the term for an initial
briefing. If you add the course late, it is your responsibility to read through previous announcements
for important information. Although physical class meetings are not part of this course, participation
in all interactive, learning activities is required.
Make-Up Work Policy
Missing any part of this schedule may prevent completion of the course. If you foresee difficulty of any
type (i.e., a surgery, required work travel, employment change, etc.) which may prevent completion
of this course, notify the instructor as soon as possible. Failure to do so will result in failure for an
assignment and/or failure of the course. (See “Attendance” Policy.) If I have not heard from you by
the deadline dates for assignments, exams, or forums, no make-up work will be allowed (unless
extraordinary circumstances exist, such as hospitalization). Requests for extensions must be made in
advance and accompanied by appropriate written documentation. “Computer problems” is not an
acceptable excuse.
Late Registration
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Students who register during the first week of the term, during late registration, will already be one
week behind. Students who fall into this category are expected to catch up with all of Week #1 and
Week #2's work by the end of Week #2. No exceptions, since two weeks constitutes a significant
percentage of the term's lessons. Students who do not feel they can meet this deadline should not
enroll in the class. If they have registered, they should see their registrar, academic adviser,
GoArmyEd or Military Education officer to discuss their options. Also note that late registration may
mean you do not receive your book in time to make up the work you missed in Week #1. Not having
your book on the first day of class is not an excuse for late work after the deadlines in the Course
Schedule.
Incomplete Grade Policy
Missing any part of the Course Schedule may prevent completion of the course. If circumstances will
prevent the student from completing the course by the end of the term, the student should complete a
request for an incomplete grade. Note: A grade of incomplete or “INC” is not automatically assigned to
students, but rather must be requested by the student by submitting a Petition for and Work to
Remove an Incomplete Grade Form. Requests for an incomplete grade must be made on or before the
date of the final assignment or test of the term. The form will not be available after the last day of
the term. A grade of “INC” does not replace an “F” and will not be awarded for excessive absences.
An “INC” will only be awarded to student presenting a valid case for the inability to complete
coursework by the conclusion of the term. It is ultimately the instructor’s decision to grant or deny a
request for an incomplete grade, subject to the policy rules below. Policy/Rules for granting an
Incomplete (INC). An incomplete cannot be issued without a request from the student. To qualify for
an incomplete, the student must:
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Have completed over 50% of the course material and have a documented reason for
requesting incomplete (50% means all assignments/exams up to and including the mid-term
point, test, and/or assignments.)
Be passing the course at the time of their request.
If both of the above criteria are not met an incomplete cannot be granted.
An INC is not a substitute for an “F”. If a student has earned an “F” by not submitting all the work or
by receiving an overall “F” average, then the “F” stands.
Internet Access
This is an online class. Students must have access to a working computer and access to the Internet.
Students can use a TROY computer lab (if available), a public library, etc., to insure they have access.
“Not having a computer” or “computer crashes” are not acceptable excuses for late work. Have a
back-up plan in place in case you have computer problems.
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TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE
Dates
Material To Be Covered
Week 1
Chapter 1 Introduction to Biology
Policy Quiz
Chapter 2 Biochemistry
Quiz Ch 1
Discussion 1
Chapters 3-4 Cells and Energy
Research Assn 1
Test 1
Week 4
Chapter 5 Chromosomes and Inheritance
Covers Ch 2-4
Discussion Board 2
Week 5
Chapter 6 DNA
Test 2
Chapter 7 Evolution
Covers Ch 4-5
Discussion Board 3
Chapter 11 Human Body Systems
Research Assn 2
Test 3
Week 2
Week 3
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Chapter 12 Ecology
Covers Ch 7 and 11
***No test this week***
***Prep for final exam***
Discussion 4
Week 9
Review Chapters 1-7, 11 and 12
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Final Exam
***Comprehensive***
***Proctored***
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