SUNY COLLEGE AT OLD WESTBURY
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES PROGRAM
Course: BS2100 Hybrid Biology for Non-Science Majors Spring 2016
Lecture Class Room NSB S- 100
Laboratory Class Room NSB S- 102
Instructor: Dr. Eric L. Schwartz
Telephone Number - 628-5613
Office:NSB S- 201
Office Hours: Tuesdays 12 Noon – 1:00PM or by appt. E-Mail: schwartze@oldwestbury.edu
Lecture Class Meets Thursdays from 1:00PM to 2:30PM Plus Labs and online material.
Course Info can be found at www.schwartzinfo.com and on Blackboard
Course Description
A one-semester lecture/laboratory course in general biology for non-science majors. Surveys the
major concepts and principles of biology, including cell structure and function, genetics, ecology,
diversity and evolution. Topics related to the human experience are also discussed.
Course Objective
To acquire understanding of basic biological principles with an emphasis in the following areas:
The basis of life: cellular structure, function and chemistry as well as the basis of inheritance:
genetics, molecular genetics and reproduction. In addition, major organ systems of the human body:
digestion, circulation, blood, respiration and brain/nervous system and major concepts in evolution as
well as basic laboratory research skills.
Learning Outcomes: Natural Sciences
"Understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomenon, including observation,
hypothesis development, measurement of data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence,
and employment of mathematical analysis. "
Course Materials
Every student is required to have the latest SUNY Old Westbury Version of Sylvia Mader’s Inquiry
Into Life Lab Manual and have authorized access to McGraw Hill Connect for Sylvia Mader’s Inquiry
into Life Textbook.
The most cost effective method to get these materials is the package the
Bookstore is stocking which has Mader’s Textbook 1-semester access of Connect including full EBook packaged within the Mader Lab Manual.
McGraw Hill Higher Education ISBN # 9781308702155
There are required online assignments that you will need to complete and a full E-Book version of the
textbook is included. Once you have access to the Connect materials, at your own option you can
purchase a full color printed loose leaf version of the text book and have it sent to you for a nominal
fee.
It is expected that you will have familiarized yourself with the lecture topics before each scheduled
lecture.
You are required to complete all online assignments and quizzes for each chapter to be eligible to
take the unit exam that covers those chapters. This must be completed before each exam.
In addition, there will be in-class quizzes in Lecture and in Lab so preparation is paramount to being
successful in the course.
Remember. There will be no extra credit assignments that you can complete towards the end of the
course to raise grades that are lower than you hoped for. It is highly recommended that you stay on
track with the material and study regularly so that you can earn the grade that you want or need.
Grading Policy
The final grade will be calculated as follows –
Overall Lecture Grade - 75%
Overall Laboratory Grade - 25%.
Remember, you must pass the lab component of the course to pass the course.
The lecture grade will be calculated as follows;
Highest 2 of the 3 In Person Unit exams 20% each = 40%
*Lowest unit exam grade grade will be dropped
Online assignments and online quizzes – 15% - (Must be done prior to each of 3 unit exams)
Comprehensive Final exam – 25%
In person quizzes and attendance – 10%
Online Discussion Board Participation – 10% Prior to each exam you need to post a response
to the posted question and also comment on / respond to a fellow classmates response.
The laboratory grade will be calculated as follows;
Midterm lab practical exam - 20%
Final lab practical exam - 20%
Lab quizzes - 20%
Written laboratory report - 20%
Participation - 20% This includes attendance, lab exercises, & summary questions
Remember, you must pass the lab portion of the course to pass the course.
In the event of a missed exam, it is up to the discretion of the instructor whether that exam may
be dropped. In the event that you must miss an exam, you must inform the instructor before
the scheduled exam time. Make up lecture exams will only be given for medical reasons. No
make-up practical exams will be given.
Late assignments will not be accepted without substantial point deductions. Unless you contact
your instructor ahead of time, you will receive a zero on late assignments.
Remember. There will be no extra credit assignments that you can complete towards the end
of the course to raise grades that are lower than you hoped for. It is highly recommended that
you stay on track with the material and study regularly so that you can earn the grade that you
want or need.
Withdrawal after seven weeks will be given only for medical reasons.
Remember - You must receive a passing grade in lab in order to get credit
for the course. Attendance is required in the laboratory. More than two
absences for any reason will result in failure (each 2 times you are late
counts as 1 absence).
SUNY COLLEGE AT OLD WESTBURY
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
Spring 2016
BS2100 Hybrid Biology: Non-Science Majors
Professor: Dr. Eric Schwartz Thursdays 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM NSB S- 100 Plus Online Materials
Textbook: Most Current SUNY Old Westbury Edition of Sylvia Mader’s Inquiry Into Life Lab
Manual packaged with with McGraw Hill Connect for the Text Book.
It is expected that you will have familiarized yourself with the lecture topic before each scheduled lecture. You
are required to complete all online assignments and quizzes for each chapter to be eligible to take the unit exam.
Class Dates
1/28/2016
2/4/2016
2/11/2016
2/18/2016
2/25/2016
3/3/2016
3/10/2016
LECTURE TOPICS SCHEDULE
Orientation and Requirements
Study of Life
The Molecules of Cells (Basic Chemistry)
The Molecules of Cells (Organic Molecules)
Cell Structure and Function
Membrane Structure and Function
Review for Exam I
****Exam I****
Metabolism: Energy & Enzymes
Cellular Respiration
E-Book Chapters
Handout
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Cell Division
Patterns of Gene Inheritance
Chapter 5
Chapter 23
DNA Structure and Gene Expression
Chromosomal Bases of Inheritance
Biotechnology and Genomics
Review for Exam II
Chapter 25
Chapter 24
Chapter 26
3/17/2016
****Exam II****
3/24/2016
3/31/2016
Digestive System and Nutrition
Spring Recess – No Classes
Cardiovascular System
Chapter 14
Respiratory System
Review for Exam III
****Exam III****
Honor’s Convocation–BS2100 Lect. ends at 2PM
Nervous System / Senses
Evolution of Life
Reproductive System
Nature of Ecosystems
Review for Final Exam
****Final Exam**** During Finals Exam Period
Chapter 15
4/7/2016
4/14/2016
4/21/2015
4/28/2016
5/5/2016
Chapter 12
Chapter 17
Chapter 27
Chapter 21
Chapter 35
State University of New York
College at Old Westbury
SPRING 2016
Course: BS2100 Hybrid Biology for Non-Science Majors Lab Section
Instructor: T.B.A. Telephone Number- 876-2750 Office:NSB- SLab Meets on Thursdays from 9:40AM to 12:40PM in Main Lab, Rm. S-102
Textbook: S. Mader: Inquiry Into Life, Lab Manual, Most Recent Old Westbury Edition
Thursdays
1.
2/4/2016
Topics
Orientation, Student Responsibilities
Lab Safety/Metric System and Microscopy
2.
2/11/2016
Sampling Ecosystems / How Enzymes Function
3.
2/18/2016
Chemical Composition of Cells
4.
2/25/2016
5.
3/3/2016
Cell Structure & Function
Patterns of Inheritance , Human Genetics &
DNA Biology and Technology
6.
3/10/2016
LABORATORY PRACTICAL ***MIDTERM***
3/17/2016
Animal Organization
Basic Mammalian Anatomy I
3/24/2016
Cardiovascular System
9.
3/31/2016
Spring Recess – No Classes
10.
4/7/2016
11.
4/14/2016
Basic Mammalian Anatomy II & Homeostasis
Nervous System and Senses
Evidences of Evolution
Review
12.
4/21/2016
7.
8.
4/28/2015
LABORATORY PRACTICAL ***FINAL***
Honors Convocation – No Classes 2PM – 6PM
BS2100 Lab Classes Make-Up Day if Necessary
Lab
30, 6
2
3
4
20, 21, 22 &
Handout
11 & 12
14
15 & 16
17 & 23
23
State University of New York
College at Old Westbury
SPRING 2016
Course: BS2100 Biology for Non-Science Majors Lab Section
Instructor: T.B.A.
Telephone Number- 876-2750 Office:NSB- S-205
Lab Meets on Thursdays from 5:30PM to 8:30PM in Main Lab, Rm. S-102
Textbook: S. Mader: Inquiry Into Life, Lab Manual, Most Recent Old Westbury Edition
Thursdays
1.
2/4/2016
Topics
Orientation, Student Responsibilities
Lab Safety/Metric System and Microscopy
2.
2/11/2016
Sampling Ecosystems / How Enzymes Function
3.
2/18/2016
Chemical Composition of Cells
4.
2/25/2016
5.
3/3/2016
Cell Structure & Function
Patterns of Inheritance , Human Genetics &
DNA Biology and Technology
6.
3/10/2016
LABORATORY PRACTICAL ***MIDTERM***
3/17/2016
Animal Organization
Basic Mammalian Anatomy I
3/24/2016
Cardiovascular System
9.
3/31/2016
Spring Recess – No Classes
10.
4/7/2016
11.
4/14/2016
Basic Mammalian Anatomy II & Homeostasis
Nervous System and Senses
Evidences of Evolution
Review
12.
4/21/2016
7.
8.
4/28/2015
LABORATORY PRACTICAL ***FINAL***
Honors Convocation – No Classes 2PM – 6PM
BS2100 Lab Classes Make-Up Day if Necessary
Lab
30, 6
2
3
4
20, 21, 22 &
Handout
11 & 12
14
15 & 16
17 & 23
23
SUNY COLLEGE AT OLD WESTBURY
POLICY ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Administered by the Office of Academic Affairs
As is the policy of all SUNY institutions, students are expected to maintain the highest standards of
honesty in their college work. Any act which attempts to misrepresent to an instructor or College
official the academic work of the student or another student, or an act that is intended to alter any
record of a student’s academic performance by unauthorized means, constitutes academic
dishonesty. Cheating, forgery and plagiarism are considered serious offenses
and are subject to disciplinary action.
Cheating
Cheating is defined as giving or obtaining information by improper means in meeting any academic
requirements. Examples of cheating, although not inclusive, include: unauthorized giving or receiving
of information for an examination, paper, laboratory procedure, or computer assignment (file or
printout); taking an examination for another student or allowing another student to take an
examination for you; altering or attempting to alter a grade either on
graded work or in an instructor’s records or on any College form or record.
Forgery
Forgery is defined as the alteration of college forms, documents, records, or the signing of such forms
or documents by someone other than the proper authority.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as the use of material from another author whether intentional or unintentional,
without referencing or identifying the source of the material. If students have any questions as to what
constitutes plagiarism, it is their responsibility to get clarification by consulting with the appropriate
instructor.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:
If you have or suspect you may have a physical, psychological, medical or learning
disability that may impact your course work, please contact Stacey DeFelice, Director,
The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (OSSD), NAB, 2065, Phone: 516628-5666, Fax (516) 876-3005, TTD: (516) 876-3083.
Email: defelices@oldwestbury.edu.
The office will help you determine if you qualify
for accommodations and assist you with the process of accessing them. All support
services are free and all contacts with the OSSD are strictly confidential. SUNY/Old
Westbury is committed to assuring that all students have equal access to all learning
activities and to social activities on campus.
Rev. 12/2015