• These are for non-science majors.
– Meet transfer and program requirements for a science with lab.
– Some nursing programs require BI102.
• Science majors (Biology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife
Management, etc.), Pre-med (planning on med school) and Pre-Pharmacy should be in BI211, 212, 213.
– Pre/co-requisite: Must have completed CH121 or 221 with a C or better or be currently enrolled.
– Also recommend some background in Biology (like H.S.
Bio or at least one 100 level Bio here.)

Jessica Friel
Phone: 503.316.3202
Email: jessica.friel@chemeketa.edu
Website: http://jfriel.wikispaces.com/BI103

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Access to the Internet
BI103 Lab Packet
 At bookstore or on class website
Make sure you have it before class on Thursday this week.
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Bring the entire packet to class every day.
• It includes Pre-labs which will be graded and must be completed before you come to lab.
Text: Discover Biology, by Singh-Cundy et. al., 5 th ed.
Will be used for all three terms this school year.
Demo the E-book: http://books.wwnorton.com/nortonebooks/discipline.aspx?DiscId=4
Buy the E-book: http://books.wwnorton.com/nortonebooks/buychoice.aspx?siteId=discoverbio5_ebook
E-book custom-made BY-THE-CHAPTER packages 103 ($26): http://books.wwnorton.com/books/csbook.aspx?id=4294969267&csid=101400000091822

 http://wwnorton.com/college/biology/discoverb io5/welcome.aspx
 Here you can find study plans, audio glossary, flashcards, animations and quizzes to help you learn!

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Identify basic animal tissue types and give their functions.
Diagram and label the parts of the following several systems in humans (other animals covered in less depth).
Use an example to explain how organ systems and tissues interact to sustain internal homeostasis in the face of a variable environment.
Relate the structure of the parts of several animals systems to the overall function of those systems.
Describe the sequence of changes in embryonic and fetal development of animals with emphasis on humans.
Diagram and label the basic structure of a vascular plant
List and describe the structure and function of basic plant tissue types.
Relate the structure of plants and plant tissue to the overall function of a plant.
Correlate observations made in natural settings (field trips) with the structure and function of evolutionary adaptations that allow plants and animals to maintain homeostasis.

 Your grade will be determined by your overall performance on a series of assessments including laboratory work, class activities, exams, reports, projects, and presentations.
 These assessments will evaluate your mastery of course content but also your ability to use the scientific method of inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Assignment/Activity
Worksheets
In-Class Assignments
Pre-lab worksheets
Lab Packets
Trip Participation
Lab Packets
Course Project (multiple parts)
Exams
Points
10 varies
5 varies
10
10
75
100
Where to find?
Website
Receive in class
Lab Notebook
Lab Notebook
NA
Website
Website
In Class
Late pass used?
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
NA
Yes
No
No
The grading scale is a standard, firm scale as follows
90-100%
80-89.9%
70-79.9%
60-69.9%
Less than 59.9%
A
B
C
D
F
ACCESSING YOUR GRADE THROUGHOUT THE TERM:
When you would like to see your grade email me and ask to see your grade report. I will reply within 1 business day with your current scores.

 A variety of assignments will be given throughout the course including homework, quizzes, and other projects related to the course.
Quizzes may be announced or unannounced. http://jfriel.wikispaces.com/BI103

 Exams consist of multiple-choice, short answer and essay questions based on lecture material.
 The exams are not cumulative with the exception of certain concepts that will be emphasized throughout the course (e.g., the scientific method).

 Attendance is expected, although points are not allotted for attendance.
 Attendance will be monitored, late assignments will not be accepted, and repeated absences are very likely to significantly affect your grade as well as your learning.
 You are responsible for all material, announcements, and assignments provided in class whether you are present or not.

 Punctuality is crucial. Late assignments are generally not accepted with the exception of certain circumstances (e.g., illness, emergency) or with Late Pass.
 Assignments are due at the beginning of the specified class session (unless otherwise noted) and are considered late thereafter.
 You will be given one late pass per term, you cannot use other’s passes.

ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT: http://www.chemeketa.edu/earncertdegree/advising/studyski lls/writing/resources/academichonesty/
Learning is built on the fundamental qualities of honesty, fairness, respect and trust. At Chemeketa Community College, academic integrity is a shared endeavor characterized by truth, personal responsibility and high academic standards.
Any violation of academic integrity devalues the individual and the community as a whole.

Examples of Plagiarism:
 Word-for-word copying of work written by someone else.
 Failure to give proper credit for ideas, statements of facts, or conclusions derived by another.
 Failure to use quotation marks when quoting directly from another, whether a paragraph, sentence, or phrase.
 Close and extended paraphrasing of another work without acknowledging the source.

Examples of Cheating
 Copying another’s work on a test, paper, or project.
 Using unauthorized materials in an exam or collaborating on work to be turned in for credit where the instructor disallows such collaboration.
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Taking an exam for another student, purposely allowing another student to copy during a test, or providing coursework for another student to turn in as his or her own effort.
Fabricating, falsifying or misrepresenting data or results from experiments, interviews or surveys.
Submitting the same work in more than one class for credit without permission from the instructor.

 Expectations
 Student Services

 Based on exercises in the lab packet.
 Students will work in groups in lab and cooperation is expected.
 Lab exercises will consist of observation and / or experimental work.
 Critical thinking skills will be essential and participation in lab activities is mandatory.
 Preparation for lab includes reading the lab packet and bringing necessary materials (e.g. textbook, lab packet, etc).

 Pre-Lab: Due before the lab begins
 Post-Lab: Given to you after you have completed your lab. This will be turned in with your lab packet. You will get zero points if your lab packet is not complete!
 Course project: is a chance for you to controversial biotechnologies. A detailed description of the course project will be provided in class.

 On May 9 th we will go on a mandatory field trip to the coast
 More to come
 Make sure that date is saved!!

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Lecture Reading Lab Date Due
Introduction to Biology,
Internal Organs, and
Homeostasis
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Microscopes &
Homeostasis
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4/1
R
4/3
Course Forms
Pre-Lab: Microscopes & Homeostasis
Animal Circulation 28.1-28.2
Internal
Transport in
Animals
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4/8
R
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Worksheet 1
Pre-Lab: Internal Transport in Animals
Post-Lab: Homeostasis
Friday, April 11: Last day to drop with refund
Monday April 15, 8:30: Field trip registration begins (see website for CRNs)
T
4/15
Gas Exchange in Animals 28.3-28.5 Aquatic Analysis
Worksheet 2
PSA: Getting Started
R
4/17
Pre-Lab: Aquatic Analysis
Post-Lab: Internal Transport in Animal
Plant Structure,
Nutrition, and Support
Plant Reproduction and
Development
35
36
Internal
Transport in
Plants
Plant
Reproduction and
Development
T
4/22
R
4/24
T
4/29
R
5/1
Midterm 1
Worksheet 3
Pre-Lab: Internal Transport in Plants
Post-Lab: Aquatic Analysis
Worksheet 4
PSA: Group Research
Pre-Lab: Plant Reproduction
Post-Lab: Internal Transport in Plants
Animal Reproduction and Development
Nervous System
33
30.1-30.4
Animal
Reproduction and
Development
Nervous System
T
5/6
R
5/8
T
5/13
R
5/15
Worksheet 5
PSA: Individual Research
Pre-Lab: Animal Reproduction
Post-Lab: Plant Reproduction
Midterm 2
Worksheet 6
Pre-Lab: Nervous System
Post-Lab: Animal Reproduction
Defense Against Disease
Animal Hormones
T
5/20
32 Immune System
R
5/22
Friday, May 23: Last day to drop without a grade
T
5/27
29 Group Work
R
5/29
Worksheet 7
Pre-Lab: Immune System
Post-Lab: Nervous System
Worksheet 8
Post Lab: Coast Trip
Post-Lab: Immune System
T
6/3
Worksheet 9
Animal Nutrition and
Digestion
27
Group Project
Presentations
R
6/5
Group Project Presentations PPT
(sent by email before 12pm)
Pre-Lab for field trips are due the Thursday before you go on the trip
Worksheet 10 is 5 pts EC and due the day of the final
Cumulative Final Exam: Tuesday, Finals week at the time of class

 25 Unbelievable Facts About The Human Body