General Biology
Spring 2014
BIO 1001
Ms. Carey
Office: D-321 and J-East 112 Ph: 815.224.0217
Lauri_Carey@ivcc.edu
The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus in any way at any time.
Office Hours:
M 12-1, T 12:15-1, W12-1, F 11-12 D-321
TH 12:15-2 Bldg J-E (East Campus)
Bio Lab MW 11-12, 2-3
You may schedule an appointment if these hours are not convenient for you.
Required Textbooks:
Inquiry into Life, Mader, Sylvia 12th Edition
BIO 1001 IVCC Lab Manual
Course Description:
An intregrated course covering the fundamentals of the plant and animal world. Special attention is given to the
structure and function of cells, the genetic continuity of life, and evolution..
Attendance:
You are expected to be in class and participating. If you have some reason for not being able to attend, you must
let me know prior to your absence. (And within 24 hours if not in advance of the absence) Unexcused absences
will result in losing any points that were available that day. Quizzes and assignments that are missed may not be
made up for any reason including excused absences. (except for school related absences in which the quiz must be
taken in advance) Exams must be made within 7 days of the missed test and only for excused absences that are
approved by the instructor. You must provide proof that it was indeed an excusable absence. (note from doctor,
etc.) Unexcused absences will be a 5 point reduction in your grade.
See Mr.King’s policy on attendance for seminars and lab practicals.
Withdrawal policy:
Please be advised that the instructor may withdraw you if you are not attending class. (More than five unexcused
or excused absences.) It is your responsibility to ask for a withdrawal if you no longer wish to be in the class.
Grading:
Total points for this class are subject to change. Here is the plan for points during this class:
5 Quizzes 10 pts each
50 total
Participation/Attendance
20 total
4 Exams 80 points each
320 total
3 Lab Practicals 50 each
150 total
Lab Homework
25 total
Lab Quizzes
35 total
Total Points
600 total
Late work is not accepted. Quizzes will be unannounced and cannot be made up for any reason.
The scale is as follows:
90-100% =
80-89% =
70-79% =
60-69% =
Below 60%=
A
B
C
D
F
Cheating policy:
Cheating (including plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty) will result in serious consequences.
Consult the student handbook for details. Using a cell phone for any reason during a quiz or test will
result in a grade of zero, I will assume that you are cheating.
Cell Phones:
Cell phone/electronic device use is not allowed during class. You will be asked to leave if you use a phone during
class and you will lose participation points for that day. This policy includes texting and checking for messages.
Looking at a cell phone during a test or quiz will be considered cheating and will result in zero for that test.
Classroom Behavior:
I reserve the right to drop/withdraw any student who chooses to exhibit inappropriate behavior during class. This
includes anything that interferes with a student’s ability to learn or the instructor’s teaching. Students may also be
dropped for poor academic performance.
Disability statement:
If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations through
the Special Populations office. Stop by office B-204 or call (815) 224-0284.
Financial aid statement:
Withdrawal from a course can affect financial aid. Students who receive financial aid should see an advisor in the
Financial Aid Office before withdrawing from a course.
BIO 1001 Lecture
Spring 2014 Class Schedule -this is subject to change
Week
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Date
Jan 13,15
Jan 22
Jan 27, 29
Feb 3,5
Feb 10, 12
Feb 19
Feb 24, 26
Mar 3, 5
Mar 17, 19
Mar 24, 26
11
12
13
14
15
16
Mar 31, Apr 2
Apr 7,9
Apr 14, 16
Apr 21,23
Apr 28, 30
May 5, 7
Friday, May 9
Jan 20 MLK Day No Class
Feb 17 No class- President’s Day
Mar 10, 12 No Class Spring Break
Topic
Chapter1 –Study of Life
Finish 1, Start 2
Chapter 2- Molecules of Life
Chapter 3-Cell Structure and Function
Lecture Test #1 on Feb 10, Start 4
Chapter 4- Membrane Structure and Function, Start 5
Chapter 5- Cell Division
Finish 5, Start Chapter 23- Patterns of Gene Inheritance
Finish 23, Lecture Test #2 on Mar 19
Chapter 26-Genetic Counseling, Chapter 24- DNA Biology and
Technology
Chapter 22-Development
Chapter 9-Plant Organization and Function, (Part of 8 also)
Lecture Test #3 on Apr 14, Start 7
Chapter 7- Cellular Respiration
Chapter 6-Metabolism: Energy and Enzymes
Chapter 27 Evolution of Life
Final Exam