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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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BIOL1406 Biology for Science Majors I
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Course Prefix & Number:
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BIOL 1406
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Section Number:
500
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Semester/Year:
Spring
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Sp 2021
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Semester Credit Hours:
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4
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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48
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included.
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Course Prerequisite(s):
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Required
Text: Campbell Biology, 11th ed.,
ISBN 9780134093413
Textbook Publisher Website: You will need to purchase an access code for mastering. You need to connect to mastering through CANVAS which will take you directly to my course and will need the access code to access the course. This is NECCESARY to perform the assigned homework.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Jody Klann M.S.
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Campus/Office Location:
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Online
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Telephone Number:
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414-255-7818
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E-mail Address:
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jklann@nctc.edu
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Lecture Learning Outcomes
1. Describe the characteristics of life.
2. Explain the methods of inquiry used by scientists.
- Identify the basic requirements of life and the properties of the major molecules needed for life.
- Compare and contrast the structures, reproduction, and characteristics of viruses, prokaryotic cells, and eukaryotic cells.
- Describe the structure of cell membranes and the movement of molecules across a membrane.
- Identify the substrates, products, and important chemical pathways in metabolism.
- Identify the principles of inheritance and solve classical genetic problems.
- Identify the chemical structures, synthesis, and regulation of nucleic acids and proteins.
- Describe the unity and diversity of life and the evidence for evolution through natural selection.
Lab Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Apply scientific reasoning to investigate questions and utilize scientific tools such as microscopes and laboratory equipment to collect and analyze data.
- Use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving to make informed decisions in the laboratory.
- Communicate effectively the results of scientific investigations.
- Describe the characteristics of life.
- Explain the methods of inquiry used by scientist.
- Identify the basic properties of substances needed for life.
- Compare and contrast the structures, reproduction, and characteristics of viruses, prokaryotic cells, and eukaryotic cells.
- Describe the structure of cell membranes and the movement of molecules across a membrane.
- Identify the substrates, products, and important chemical pathways in metabolism.
- Identify the principles of inheritance and solve classical genetic problems.
- Identify the chemical structures, synthesis, and regulation of nucleic acids and proteins.
- Describe the unity and diversity of life and the evidence for evolution through natural selection.
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GRADING CRITERIA
Weekly Homework = 160
Lab Assignments (LA) = 70
Labs = 140
Exams 4 @ 80 =320
Final Exam 1 @ 100
Total Points 800 your final percent is calculated based on the amount of points you earn out of the total
COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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BIOLOGY 1406 NCTC-General Biology Fall Schedule
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Week/ Due Date
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Readings
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Assignments
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1 Jan 24
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Ch 1 Evolution
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Ch 1 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Scientific Concept Map
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2 Jan 31
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Ch 2 The Chemical Context of Life
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Ch 2 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Element Worksheet
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3 Feb 7
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Ch 3 Water and Life
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Ch 3 Dynamic Study Module
Lab: Scientific Method
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4 Feb 14
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Ch 4 Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life
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Ch 4 Dynamic Study Module
Exam 1
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5 Feb 21
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Ch 5 Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules
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Ch 5 Dynamic Study Module
Lab: Biological Molecules
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6 Feb 28
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Ch 6 Tour of the Cell
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Ch 6 Dynamic Study Module
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7 Mar 7
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Ch 7 Membrane Structure and Function
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Ch 7 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Mila the Camel Driver
Lab: Osmosis
Exam 2
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8 Mar 14
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Ch 8 Introduction to Metabolism
Ch 9 Cellular Respiration and Fermentation
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Ch 8 Dynamic Study Module
Ch 9 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Enzyme Worksheet
LA: Cellular Respiration
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9 Mar 28
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Ch 10 Photosynthesis
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Ch 10 Dynamic Study Module
Lab: Photosynthesis
Exam 3
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10 Apr 4
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Ch 11 Cell Communication
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Ch 11 Dynamic Study Module
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11 Apr 11
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Ch 12 The Cell Cycle
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Ch 12 Dynamic Study Module
Lab: Cell Cycle and Cancer
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12 Apr 18
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Ch 13 Meiosis and Sexual Life Cycles
Ch 14 Mendel and the Gene Idea
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Ch 13 Dynamic Study Module
Ch 14 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Gene Expression Worksheet
Lab: Meiosis and Sexual Reproduction
Exam 4
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13 Apr 25
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Ch 15 The Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance
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Ch 15 Dynamic Study Module
LA: Fragile X Worksheet
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14 May 2
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Ch 16 The Molecular Basis of Inheritance
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Ch 16 Dynamic Study Module
Lab: Genetics
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May 9
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Final Exam
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Grading Scale:
90 – 100 A
80 – 89 B
70 – 79 C
60 – 69 D
59 – 0 F
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Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor. A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam. Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent (4 or more lecture absences or 3 lab absences) or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 5, 2021.
DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).
Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc. Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.
If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-3300. Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 111 in Gainesville.
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________
Communication
Mathematics
Life and Physical Science
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
American History
Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative
Teamwork
Personal Responsibility
Social Responsibility
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.
Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion. Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty. See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:
- Possible punishments for academic dishonesty may include a grade of 0 or F in the particular assignment, failure in the course, and/or recommendation for probation or dismissal from the College System. (See the Student Handbook)
- Missed exams will be recorded as 0; no extensions will be granted unless the student has informed me and we come to some sort of agreement. You must take the final exam.
- Missed quizzes, will be recorded as 0, no exception. Quizzes cannot be made up or taken at any other time other than the schedule times in class.
- QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Lisa Bellows
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Science Building Office 408
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4252
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E-mail Address:
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lbellows@nctc.edu
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