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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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BIOL1408 General Biology
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Course Prefix & Number:
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BIOL1408
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Section Number:
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100 /101
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Semester/Year:
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Fall 2018
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Semester Credit Hours:
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4
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Lecture Hours:
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3
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Lab Hours:
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1
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.
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Course Prerequisite(s):
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
Inquiry Into Life, 15th ed., Mader & Windelspecht
ISBN 9781259426162
BIOL 1408 Lab Manuel
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Wendy Roush
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus TBA
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Telephone Number:
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E-mail Address:
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wroush@nctc.edu
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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After lab
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After lab
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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. Distinguish between prokaryotic, eukaryotic, plant and animal cells, and identify major cell structures.
2. Identify stages of the cell cycle, mitosis (plant and animal), and meiosis.
3. Interpret results from cell physiology experiments involving movement across membranes, enzymes, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration.
4. Apply genetic principles to predict the outcome of genetic crosses and statistically analyze results.
5. Describe karyotyping, pedigrees, and biotechnology and provide an example of the uses of each.
6. Identify parts of a DNA molecule, and describe replication, transcription, and translation.
7. Analyze evidence for evolution and 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.
- Distinguish between prokaryotic, eukaryotic, plant and animal cells, and identify major cell structures.
- Identify stages of the cell cycle, mitosis (plant and animal), and meiosis.
- Interpret results from cell physiology experiments involving movement across membranes, enzymes, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration.
- Apply genetic principles to predict the outcome of genetic crosses and statistically analyze results.
- Identify the importance of karyotypes, pedigrees, and biotechnology.
- Identify parts of a DNA molecule, and describe replication, transcription, and translation.
- Analyze evidence for evolution and natural selection.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Unit Review Test on Canvas. Available 1 week before exam
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100
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10
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Lab Packets @ 20 points each
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200
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4
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Lecture Exams 100 Points each
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400
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3
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Lab Exams @ 100 Points each
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300
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Total
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The Final Grade
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1000 points
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The final grade is based on the percentage of the final 1000 points. Any percentage ?9.5 will be rounded up. There is no extra credit available. Your grade will be based on the above graded elements listed. There is no makeup assignments. If you miss an exam for a documented approved medical reason you will be allowed to take an all essay question exam in it’s place.
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Fall 2018
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Date
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Tuesday
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Thursday
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Lab Schedule
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Week 1
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Aug 28/30
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Intro
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Chapter 1
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Lab safety and Intro
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Week 2
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Sept 4/6
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Chapter 2
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Chapter 2
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1
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Week 3
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Sept 11/13
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 3
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2
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Week 4
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Sept 18/20
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Chapter 4 quiz
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Chapter 4
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3
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Week 5
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Sept 25/27
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Exam 1
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Chapter 5
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4
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Week 6
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Oct 2/4
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Chapter 23
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Chapter24
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Lab Pratical Exam1 at 11:30
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Week 7
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Oct 9/11
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Chapter 24
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Chapter 25
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8
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Week 8
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Oct 16/18
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Chapter 6 quiz
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Chapter 7
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9
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Week 9
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Oct 23/25
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Exam 2
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Chapter 11
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10
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Week 10
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Oct 30/Nov1
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Chapter 12 / 13
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Chapter 13 / 14
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5
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Week 11
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Nov 6/8
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Chapter 15 / 16
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Chapter 16 / 17
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Lab Pratical Exam2 at 11:30
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Week 12
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Nov 13/15
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Chapter18/19quiz
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Chapter 19 / 20
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6/7
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Week13
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Nov 20
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Exam 3
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7
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Week14
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Nov 27/29
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Chapter 8
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Chapter 9
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11
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Week 15
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Dec 4/6
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Chapter 9/10 quiz
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Chapter 10
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12
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Week 16
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Dec 11
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Exam 4
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Lab Pratical Exam3 at 11:30
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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 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 ______ November 8th
If you are absent more than 9 classes you will be dropped. Class starts at 9:30 attendance will be taken at 9:35, If you are not present you are absent.
Use of cell phones and texting is prohibited and considered disruptive. The instructor retains the right to dismiss or drop disruptive students. Visitors are not permitted during class time.
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)]”.
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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