NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title:	BIOL1408 General Biology
Course Prefix & Number:		Biol 1408	Section Number:	402 & 403	Semester/Year:	SP2020 314
Semester Credit Hours:		3	Lecture Hours:	3	Lab Hours:	3
		Corinth  314	Lec: 2:00-3:20 PM	M-402 W-403	Lab:4:00-5:50 PM	Corinth 259
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.
Course Prerequisite(s):
Required or Recommended Course Materials: Inquiry Into Life, 16th ed., Mader ISBN  9781260231700

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Gregory M. Hines (Manny)
Campus/Office Location:	Adjunct Faculty Office-Corinth Campus Room 201
Telephone Number:	TBD
E-mail Address:	ghines@nctc.edu

 

OFFICE HOURS

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
12:45-2:00 PM		12:45-2:00 PM
Or By appointment

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

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.

 

Classroom Policies

1. Food and drinks are not allowed in the classroom.
2. Do not wear radio/recording headsets in class.
3. Turn off cell phones.
4. Students must get permission from the instructor to record or video tape lectures.
5. There will be no extra credit points, do not ask.
6. Missing more than 15 minutes of class is considered an absence
7. No make ups are allowed in lab or lecture, you are responsible for all missed material and assignments.
8. Do not ask for a ‘bump’ in your final grade.  It is unprofessional and disrespectful.
9. EXAMS begin on-time.  You will not be allowed to take an exam if you are more than 15 minutes late.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
4	Lecture Exams	400
varies	Lecture Assignments	100
2	Lab Practicals	200
10	Lab Quizzes/Worksheets	100
1	Hearing Assignment	100
Total		900

 

Grade Assignments:

      A=810-900 points

      B=720-809 points

      C=630-719 points

      D=540-629 points

      F= below 539 points

 

There will not be any extra credit points offered.  There may on occasion be bonus points offered to everyone on an equal basis.  Please do not ask for me to ‘bump’ your grade at the end of the semester.  Plan ahead for the grade you want to work toward.  Don’t wait until the end of the semester.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Biology 1408 (sec 402 & 403) Tentative Schedule Spring 2020       

M W    2:00-3:20 PM

Lab M or W   4:00-5:50 PM.

Week		Week of	Lecture	Reading	Lab
1	W	22- Jan	Introduction/Syllabus Biology of Life	Chapter 1	No Lab
2	MW	27-Jan 29-Jan	Basic chemistry Basic Chemistry	Chapter 2	Measurements Metric System
3	MW	3-Feb 5-Feb	Cell Theory Cell Theory	Chapter 3	Microscopes
4	MW	10-Feb 12-Feb	Membrane Structure Membrane Structue	Chapters 4 Chapter 4	Chemical Composition of Cells
5	MW	17-Feb 19-Feb	EXAM ONE Cell Division	Chapters 1-4 Chapter 5	Cell Structure and Function
6	MW	24-Feb 26-Feb	Cell Division Metabolism and Enzymes	Chapter 5 Chapter 6	Mitosis and Meiosis
7	MW	2-Mar 4-Mar	Metabolism and Enzymes Cellular Respiration	Chapter 6 Chapter 7	Cellular Respiration
8	MW	9-Mar 11-Mar	Cellular Respiration EXAM TWO	Chapter 7 Chapters 5-7	Lab Practical 1
9		16-Mar 20-Mar	SPRING BREAK-No Class
10	MW	23-Mar 25-Mar	Photosynthesis Photosynthesis	Chapter 8 Chapter 8	Photosynthesis
11	MW	30-Mar 1-Apr	Human Organization Cardiovascular System	Chapter 11 Chapter 12	Mammalian Anatomy
12	MW	6-Apr 8-Apr	Lymphatic System Digestive System	Chapter 13 Chapter 14	Mammalian Anatomy
13	MW	13-Apr 15-Apr	EXAM THREE	Chap’s 8, 11-14	Skeletal & Muscles
14	MW	20-Apr 22-APR	Respiratory Urinary	Chapter 15 Chapter 16	Genetics
15	MW	27-APR 29-APR	Nervous Endocrine	Chapter 17 Chapter 20	Histology
16	MW	5-May 7_May	Genetics Genetics	Chapter 23 Chapter 23	Lab Practical TWO
17	WW	13-May 13-May	EXAM FOUR (Final Exam)	Chapters 15-23	No Lab No Lab

 

 

 

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 ______April 3, 2020______.

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

 

          Critical Thinking

               Communication

               Empirical and Quantitative

 

               Teamwork

               Personal Responsibility

               Social Responsibility