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John Jay College of Criminal Justice
The City University of New York
New Course Proposal
When completed, this proposal should be submitted to Caroline McMahon, Director of Curriculum and
Undergraduate Services in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, for consideration by the College
Curriculum Committee.
1.
Department (s) proposing this course: Sciences
2.
Title of the course: BIO 102. Paced Modern Biology IB
Abbreviated title (up to 20 characters): Paced Modern Biology IB
3.
Level of this course:
__X_100 Level
____200 Level
____300 Level
____400 Level
4.
Course description as it is to appear in the College bulletin:
(Write in complete sentences except for prerequisites, hours and credits.)
Paced Modern Biology 1A-1B is a two-semester alternative to Modern Biology I for
those students who do not place into Biology 103. The series is an in-depth exploration of the
basic properties of living systems on the molecular, cellular, and organismic levels.
Topics in Biology 1B include gene structure, function, and regulation. In the laboratory
students will learn basic laboratory skills and experimental techniques including measurement,
identification of macromolecules, genetic crosses, and forensic DNA analysis. The entire
101/102 series must be completed in order to receive credit as a science equivalent.
5.
Has this course been taught on an experimental basis?
_ _No
X Yes: Semester (s) and year (s): Spring 2007
Teacher (s): Dr. Nathan Lents
Enrollment (s): 12
Prerequisites (s): BIO 191
6.
Prerequisites: BIO 101
7.
Number of: class hours_3
lab hours__3__
8.
Brief rationale for the course:
Successful completion of the core courses in the Forensic Science major is crucial for
advancement in the program. Students who lack an understanding of the basic principles in the
sciences perform very poorly in the advanced courses and if they complete the major do so with
very weak academic records. Data prepared by the Departments of Institutional Research and
Freshman Services indicate that there is correlation between verbal scores on the SAT (520 and
higher) and biology regents (80% and higher) and successful completion (grade of C or better)
of Biology 103. BIO 101-102 is a two-semester, slower-paced alternative to Modern Biology I
for those students who do not place into BIO 103. Presenting the material at a slower pace in
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conjunction with instruction on study skills, note taking, and time management provides
students with the knowledge and skills to successfully complete the 101/102 series as well as
the subsequent Modern Biology II (Biology 104) course. Compact and CUE monies were used
in Fall 2006 and Spring 2007 to fund the implementation of other pedagogical tools including
tutors and a custom-designed Blackboard course management system. The Blackboard course
contains an e-Book; text graphics; activities and simulations; diagnostic and practice quizzes;
and an online grading book. The BIO 101-102 series would provide students with the
knowledge and skills to successfully complete the series as well as the subsequent Modern
Biology II (BIO 104) course. We believe that the implementation of these changes would
underscore John Jay’s commitment to access and excellence.
9a.
Knowledge and performance objectives of this course:
(What knowledge will the student be expected to acquire and what conceptual and
applied skills will be learned in this course?)
Knowledge and performance objectives: Students will understand the basic concepts in the
field of modern biology:
 cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis
 genetics
 gene structure, function and regulation
 DNA technology
Students will learn laboratory skills and experimental techniques:
 measurement
 identification of macromolecules
 genetic crosses
 forensic DNA analysis
Students will also enhance their communication and analytical skills by writing a
laboratory report.
9b.
Information literacy:
(Indicate what sorts of information seeking skills will be enhanced by this course,
e.g., use of the internet, access to specialized data bases, literature search skills, etc.)
Students will broaden their knowledge of modern biology by exploring sites on the Internet,
utilizing the textbook online resources (www.campbellbiology.com), the custom-designed
Blackboard course management system, and the Library’s General Science Abstracts and
Science Direct holdings. Students will hone their problem solving skills through the use of
interactive problem solving tutorials.
10.
Recommended writing assignments:
(Indicate types of writing assignments and number of pages of each type. Writing
assignments should satisfy the College’s requirements for writing across the curriculum.)
Students will be required to re-copy lecture notes onto notecards/flash-cards. This is NOT
extra credit, and will count five points toward each exam grade. Students will be encouraged to
develop their own style for making these cards, but they will be collected on the day of each
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exam, and graded for completeness. Strategies and guidelines for these cards will be discussed
on the first day of class.
Throughout the semester, students will be assigned short writing assignments, one for each
exam section of the semester. These assignments will be posted on Blackboard at least one
week before they are due, will be graded for correctness, and will count as five points toward
each exam grade.
Students will also enhance their communication and analytical skills by writing a
laboratory report.
11.
12.
13.
Will this course be part of any major (s) or program (s)?
___No
_X_Yes. Major or program: Forensic Science
What part of the major? (Prerequisite, core, skills, etc.)
Core courses in the major and prerequisite for BIO 104
Is this course related to other specific courses?
___No
_X_Yes. Indicate which course (s) and what the relationship will be (e.g., prerequisite,
sequel, etc.).
BIO 102 is the prerequisite for BIO104. The 101-102 series is a slower-paced
alternative to BIO 103 and a prerequisite for BIO 104.
It is strongly advised to meet with a member of the library faculty before answering
question 14.
If this course was taught on an experimental basis, were the existing library, computer, lab or
other resources adequate for this course?
_X Yes
___No. With whom has this been discussed? What has been recommended?
The resources necessary for the course were discussed with Katherine
Killoran. The Library’s General Science Abstracts and Science Direct holdings
in conjunction with the resources packaged with the textbook and the customdesigned Blackboard course management system will enable students
to explore topics of interest and master key concepts in biology.
If this course was not taught on an experimental basis, are library, computer, lab or other
resources necessary for this course?
___No
_ _Yes. With whom has this been discussed? What has been recommended?
14.
Syllabus and bibliography:
Attach a sample syllabus for this course. It should be based on the College’s model syllabus.
The sample syllabus must included a week by week or class by class listing of topics, readings,
other assignments, tests, papers due, or other scheduled parts of the course. It must also include
proposed texts. It should indicate how much various assignments or tests will count towards
final grades. (If this course has been taught on an experimental basis, an actual syllabus may
be attached, if suitable.)
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The Spring 2007 syllabus for BIO 192, the experimental BIO 102 course, is attached.
In addition, a bibliography in APA format for this course must be attached to this proposal.
N/A
15.
This section is to be completed by the chair (s) of the department (s) proposing the course.
Name (s) of the Chairperson (s): Dr. Lawrence Kobilinsky
Has this proposal been approved at a meeting of the department curriculum committee?
___No
_X_Yes: Meeting date: February 7, 2007
Signatures: ________________________________
When will this course be taught?
Every semester, starting _ _____________
One semester each year, starting _ Spring 2008_______________
Once every two years, starting ________________
How many sections of this course will be offered? ____2___
Who will be assigned to teach this course? Full-time faculty and adjuncts.
Is this proposed course similar to or related to any course or major offered by any other
department (s)?
_X No
___Yes. What course (s) or major (s) is this course similar or related to?
Did you consult with department (s) offering similar or related courses or majors?
_X_not applicable
___No
___Yes
If yes, give a short summary of the consultation process and results.
Will any course be withdrawn if this course is approved?
_X_No
___Yes, namely:
Signature (s) of chair of Department (s) proposing this course:
Date: ___________________
Revised: September 15, 2000
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JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
BIOLOGY 192: SPRING 2007
Instructor: Dr. Nathan Lents
Room: 4203-N
Tel: 646.557.4504
AIM: JJDrLents (available during office hours and other times as announced)
Email: nlents@jjay.cuny.edu
Office hours: Wednesday 11:00a-1:00p and 4:00p-6:00p, and by appointment
______________________________________________________
Section 01
Lecture: 3rd Period Tu/Th
Room 3417-N
Lab – Fridays, 2nd and 3rd periods, Room 4430-N
Section 02
Lecture: 5th Period Tu/Th
Room 3416-N
Lab – Fridays, 4th and 5th periods, Room 4430-N
_______________________________________________________
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Biology 192 consists of lectures covering topics in modern biology. Grades are
derived from homework assignments, lecture exams, and the laboratory section, as detailed below. There are
four (4) lecture exams. There are no make-up exams. If you miss an exam and do not have a valid written
excuse, you will receive a score of zero (0%). All exams count; no grade is dropped. In addition, there are eight
separate homework assignments. Four of these are to complete notecards, which will count as five points
toward the exam. Additional homework assignments, one for each exam section, will be in the form of short
essays and writing assignments. They will also count as five points toward the exam grade.
Blackboard: Important course announcements, suggested homework assignments, review questions, a
discussion forum for Q and A, and other resources will be posted to the course Blackboard. Please check
regularly. Furthermore, students are responsible for checking their John Jay e-mail account regularly for
important announcements. Contact DoIT, not your Bio instructor, for help with e-mail or Blackboard.
John Jay College: CUNY, BIOLOGY 192, SPRING 2007
TEXT/STUDY GUIDE PACKAGE: Campbell, N. & Reece, J. (2005). Biology (7th ed.) New York: PearsonBenjamin Cummings. (Available in the Bookstore)
LABORATORY MANUALS: (All available in the Bookstore)
1. Helms, D. et al. (1998). Biology in the laboratory (3rd ed). New York: W. H. Freeman and Company.
2. Animal Dissection Guide Set, Nasco.
An illustrated Dissection Guide to the Rat, Nasco.
KNOWLEDGE AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
Students will understand the basic concepts in the field of modern biology:
 genetics
 gene structure, function and regulation
Students will learn laboratory skills and experimental techniques:
 measurement
 identification of macromolecules
 genetic crosses
 forensic DNA analysis
Students will also enhance their communication and analytical skills by writing a laboratory report.
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Statement of the College Policy on Plagiarism: Plagiarism is the presentation of someone else’s ideas,
words, or artistic, scientific, or technical work as one’s own creation. Using the ideas or work of another is
permissible only when the original author is identified. Paraphrasing and summarizing, as well as direct
quotations, require citations to the original source. Plagiarism may be intentional or unintentional. Lack of
dishonest intent does not necessarily absolve a student of responsibility for plagiarism.
It is the student’s responsibility to recognize the difference between statements that are common knowledge
(which do not require documentations) and restatements of the ideas of others. Paraphrase, summary, and
direct quotation are acceptable forms of restatement, as long as the source is cited.
Students who are unsure how and when to provide documentation are advised to consult with their instructors.
The library has free guides designed to help students with problems of documentation.
Important Policies
ATTENDANCE: You are required to attend the lectures. An attendance sheet will be circulated during class. It
is your responsibility to sign the sheet during class. You will not be permitted to sign the attendance sheet after
the class has been dismissed. More than four (4) unexcused absences are considered excessive and you will
receive a grade of F. Attendance is required for the laboratory section as well.
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS: Students are required to re-copy lecture notes onto notecards/flash-cards.
This is NOT extra credit, and will count five points toward each exam grade. Students are allowed to develop
their own style for making these cards, but they WILL be collected on the day of each exam, and graded for
completeness. All lecture notes should appear on notecards, in some form. Strategies and guidelines for these
cards will be discussed on the first day of class.
Through the semester, students will be assigned short writing assignments, one for each exam section
of the semester. These assignments will be posted on Blackboard at least one week before they are due, will
be graded for correctness, and will count as five points toward each exam grade.
EXAMS: There are four in-class lecture exams, the last of which, although not cumulative, will occur during
finals week at the scheduled time. All exams are of equal weight and all will count. No, repeat, NO drop test in
this class.
If you miss an exam (or foresee that you will miss an exam) for any reason, you MUST contact the
instructor as soon as humanly possible. At the discretion of the instructor, you may be allowed to take the
exam late (or early). However, you are ONLY eligible for this one-time consideration if you contact the instructor
immediately and you arrange to take the exam BEFORE the corrected exams are handed back to the class. In
all other cases, the missed exam WILL count as a ZERO. (Exception: a documented medical or family crisis
may result in being excused from an exam, but this will only be allowed ONCE. Further missed exams will
count as a zero, regardless of the reason.)
LECTURE GRADES: Lecture exams will consist of two parts: Fifty (50) multiple-choice questions, and one or
two short answer questions. The short-answer question(s) will be taken from a list that is given ahead of time
and count for five points (of 55) on the exam. The four exams divide the course into four parts or “sections,” and
the grading for each of those sections is as follows:
In-class Exam:
Multiple Choice (50 questions)
50 points
Short Answer (1-2 questions)
5 points
Homework
Notecards
5 points
Writing Assignments
5 points
Total = 65 points for each section (x 4 sections = 260 points)
LABORATORY GRADE: The laboratory section of this course will comprise 35% of the final course grade, with
the lecture grade (as calculated above) contributing the remaining 65%. Once these two grades (expressed as
percentages) are combined, the final letter grading will follow the official John Jay grading scale. There will NOT
be a CURVE!!!
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You must check blackboard and your John Jay E-mail account regularly.
You are responsible for any and all course information, announcements, and
communication that occurs through blackboard and/or your email account.
John Jay College: CUNY, BIOLOGY 192, SPRING 2007
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Week
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Date
DAY
LECTURE
PAGES
JAN 30
TUES
CHAPTER 12: THE CELL CYCLE
218-
FEB 01
FEB 06
THURS
TUES
CHAPTER 12: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 13: MEIOSIS
238-
FEB 08
FEB 13
THURS
TUES
CHAPTER 13: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 14: MENDEL AND THE GENE
251-
Thursday, Feb 15: CLASSES FOLLOW MONDAY SCHEDULE!!!
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6
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7
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FEB 20
FEB 22
FEB 27
TUES
THURS
TUES
CHAPTER 14: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 14: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 15: CHROMOSOME AND HEREDITY
MAR 01
THURS EXAM #1:
MAR 06
MAR 08
TUES
THURS
CHAPTER 15: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 16: MOLEC. NATURE OF HEREDITY
293-
MAR 13
MAR 15
TUES
THURS
CHAPTER 16: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 17: FROM GENE TO PROTEIN
309-
MAR 20
MAR 22
MAR 27
TUES
THURS
TUES
CHAPTER 17: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 17: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 18: VIRUSES AND BACTERIA
334-
MAR 29
THURS EXAM #2:
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WEEKS 5-8 CHAPTERS 15-17
** SPRING RECESS APR 02 – APR 10 **
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CHAPTER 18: CONTINUED
** APR 18 LAST DAY TO RESIGN WITHOUT ACADEMIC PENALTY**
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THURS
CHAPTER 19: EUKARYOTIC GENEOMES
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APR 24
APR 26
TUES
THURS
CHAPTER 19: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 20: DNA TECHNOLOGY
384-
MAY 01
TUES
CHAPTER 20: CONTINUED
MAY 4 THURS EXAM #3:
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MAY 8
MAY 10
TUES
THURS
CHAPTER 20: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 26: THE TREE OF LIFE
512-
MAY 15
MAY 17
TUES
THURS
CHAPTER 26: CONTINUED
CHAPTER 27: PROKARYOTES
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SECTIONS 01:
SECTIONS 02:
EXAM #4:
TUES
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MAY xx xx:xx AM - xx:xx PM
MAY xx xx:xx AM - xx:xx PM
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How to pass Biology 192
(ala Dr. Lents)
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In-class
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Show-up, stay awake, LISTEN, bring your book!!!
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Take careful notes, but still listen!!!
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Don’t write ONLY what is on the lecture slides… listen carefully and jot down any point
that I make that helps explain something.
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Homework
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Complete the assigned reading BEFORE class!
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Re-read your notes as soon as possible (that night if you can!)
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Make notecards (flashcards) of everything in the notes
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It is best NOT to wait until exam time to do this!
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Take the flashcards with you everywhere you go… in the subway, on the bus, at
home, in between classes, TV commercial breaks…
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But even if you DO wait until the exam, still… make the flashcards!
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Complete the writing assignment when you are studying that section
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If you are struggling with a concept, come see me!!!
Exam Studying
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Read the notes yet AGAIN
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Study your flashcards. Drill them MANY times until you REALLY know them all.
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Go over the writing assignment that you completed.
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Prepare answers to ALL of the possible short answer exam questions.
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Study the figures from the book that I used in class.
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Take the “self-quizzes” at the end of each chapter. Go find the answers.
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Use the textbook CD and try the activities.
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Only study in groups if you stay focused the whole time
Flash Cards
“Flash Cards” should cover all topics covered in class. This must be done for each and every exam, for a
total of 20 points of the lecture grade.
The flashcards will be graded for completeness (0-5), and are turned in on exam day.
 On exam day:
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Turn in “flash cards”
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These count for five points on the exam!
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These will be graded for completeness (0-5)
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Must use a rubber band.
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The top flashcard should have your name on it
To make flash cards:
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Read through the notes
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Transfer notes to note cards, one concept at a time
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All exam material must be on the note cards
Good Flash Cards:
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Definitions
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Lists
Bibliography
Campbell, N. & Reece, J. (2005). Biology (7th ed.). New York: Pearson- Benjamin
Cummings.
Cundell, D.R. (2006). Science as a borderless discipline. Thought & Action: The NEA
Higher Education Journal, 22, 41-48.
Helms, D.R., Helms, C.W., Kosinski, R.J. & Cummings, J.R. (1998). Biology in the laboratory
(3rd ed.). New York: W. H. Freeman & Company.
Lanza, J. (2006). New designs for bio-explorations (2nd ed.). New York: PearsonBenjamin Cummings.
Waterman, M. & Stanley, E. (2005). Biological inquiry: A workbook of investigative cases for
Campbell- Reece Biology. New York: Pearson- Benjamin Cummings.
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