An Introduction to Biology 101
Syllabus
Table of Contents
Announcements
Introduction
Course and Faculty Information
University Information
Course Description
Required and Additional Text Materials
Course Objectives
Course Outline
Course Schedule
Modes of Assessment
Lab Safety
Study Aids
Practice Quizzes
Announcements
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Introduction
Course and Faculty Information
Department:
Natural Sciences
Course Title:
Biological Science
Subject & Nbr:
BIOL 101
# Units:
4
Effective Term:
Fall 2013
Instructor:
Dr. Carmelle Rogers
Office Location:
Percy Julian Science Building, Room 318
Office Hours:
MWF 11am-12:30pm EST
Tues 9:30am-11am EST
Office Phone:
410-951-4124
Email:
University Information
Email: crogers@coppin.edu
Website: http://www.coppin.edu
Location: 2500 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD
Phone: 410-951-4111
Note
Course Description
This course features the principles and concepts of biology with an explanation of how they may be applied to the interpretation of natural phenomena, concentrating on topics representing a cross section of the biology disciplines. For non-science majors.
Required and Additional Text Materials
Inquiry Into Life - 13th edition ISBN: 978-0-07-340344-1. Author: Sylvia Mader McGraw-Hill, 2011.
Scantron sheets (blue or green) and a #2 pencil for taking assessments.
Laboratory materials: Students are responsible for obtaining a lab manual and printing off additional laboratory handouts. See Blackboard for details.
Lab manual
Inquiry into Life: 13th edition ISBN: 978-0-07-729743-5. Author: Sylvia Mader McGraw-Hill, 2011.
Computer and printer access is required. Campus computer labs are available. You will need headphones to listen to Tegrity (audiovisual lecture) recordings.
Course Objectives
The curriculum is designed so that students acquire and demonstrate college-level proficiency in general education and essential skills. The course objectives will assess each student’s proficiency in the specified competencies* from the list below:
C1. Oral and written communication
C2. Scientific and quantitative reasoning
C3. Critical analysis and reasoning
C4. Technological competency
C5. Information literacy
Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate the fundamental knowledge of the scientific method as a logical process for understanding natural phenomena. [C1]
2. Recognize differences in forms of living things and comprehend their chemical and molecular composition in relation to their structural organization, and function. [C1,2]
3. Demonstrate various methods of information flow involving reproduction, inheritance, chemical and signal/nervous mechanisms. [C1,C3]
4. Identify and define modes of interaction between living things and abiotic factors. [C2]
5. Demonstrate various mechanisms of transport and transfer of materials in organisms. [C1]
6. Understand the effects of technology on the physical and biological environment. [C4]
7. Demonstrate the understanding of the ethical ramifications of scientific developments. [C3,5]
* See Middle States Accreditation and Maryland Higher Education Commission guidelines for more details.
Course Outline
- Study of Life Sciences (Chapter 1)
Introduction
a. Definition of Biology
b. Classification of Living Things
c. The Organization of the Biosphere
d. Steps of the Scientific Process (Method)
e. Social Responsibility
Characteristics of Living Things
a. Acquisition of Energy
b. Homeostasis
c. Growth
d. Metabolism
e. Responsiveness
f. Reproduction
g. Evolution and Adaptation
h. Classification of Organisms into 5 Kingdoms
Hierarchy of the Organization of Living Things
a. Chemical Level
b. Organelles/Subcellular Level
c. Cell
d. Tissue
e. Organ
f. Organ System
g. Organism
h. Community
· The Molecules of Cells (Chapter 2)
Basic Chemistry
Molecules and Compounds
a. Elements and Symbols
b. Atoms
c. Atomic Structure
d. Atomic Number and the Atomic Weight (mass)
e. Isotopes
f. Electron Configuration
Bonding
a. Covalent Bonding
b. Ionic Bonding
c. Hydrogen Bonding
Chemistry of Water
Acids and Bases
a. Definition of Acid/Base
b. pH
c. Buffers
Organic Molecules
a. Four Types of Organic Molecules in Cells
b. Types of Polymers
Carbohydrates
a. Properties of Carbohydrates
b. Monosaccharides
c. Disaccharides
d. Polysaccharides
e. Biological Functions of Carbohydrates
Lipids
a. Properties of Lipids
b. Phospholipids
c. Triglycerides
d. Steroids
e. Function of Lipids
Proteins
a. Properties of Proteins
b. Amino Acids
c. Primary Structure of Proteins
d. Secondary Structure of Proteins
e. Tertiary Structure of Proteins
f. Quaternary Structure of Proteins
g. Function of Proteins
Nucleic Acid
a. Properties of Nucleic Acids
b. DNA
c. RNA
d. Function of Nucleic Acids
· Cell Structure and Function (Chapter 3)
Cellular Level of Organization
a. Cell Theory
b. Microscopy
c. Cell Size
Prokaryotic Cells
Eukaryotic Cells
Organelles of the Animal and Plant Cells
a. Nucleus
b. Cytoplasm
c. Membranous Systems
- Nuclear Envelope
- Plasma Membrane
- Endoplasmic Reticulum
- Golgi Complex
- Lysosomes
- Plastids
- Vacuoles
- Mitochondria
- Chloroplast
d. Cytoskeleton
- Overview
- Microfilaments and Intermediate Filaments
- Cilia
- Flagella
- Centrioles
e. Cell wall
- Function and Organization
f. Ribosome
- Structure and Function
g. Peroxisomes
Origins of Eukaryotic Cells
· Membrane Structure and Function (Chapter 4)
Plasma Membrane Structure and Function
a. Fluid – Mosaic Model
Permeability of the Plasma Membrane
a. Diffusion
b. Osmosis
c. Active transport
d. Transport by Carrier Molecules
Endocytosis and Exocytosis
Cell Connections and Communication
· Cell Division (Chapter 5)
Cell Increase and Decrease
Control of the Cell Cycle and Cancer
Maintaining the Chromosome Number
Reducing the Chromosome Number
Comparison of Meiosis with Mitosis
The Human Life Cycle
· Metabolism and Energy and Enzymes (Chapter 6)
Life and the Flow of Energy
Energy Transformation and Metabolism
Enzymes and Metabolic Pathways
Oxidation-Reduction and Metabolism
Course Schedule
Modes of Assessment
A. Methods of Evaluation:
The following methods will be used to determine the student’s mastery of the objectives:
1. Regularly scheduled hourly exams and a midterm
2. Laboratory reports
3. Quizzes (announced and unannounced)
4. Presentations/Projects (analysis of contemporary work in science)
5. Assignments (in class and homework)
6. Class attendance and participation
7. A comprehensive final*
*In addition to current grades, students must score 51% or more on the final in order to pass the course.
B. Weighted Grade Categories:
Exams 20%
Lab & Reports 20%
Quizzes 10%
Presentations/Projects 10%
Assignments 20%
Attendance & class participation 7%
Comprehensive Lecture Final 13%
C. The final grade will be determined based on the percentages received for weighted grades.
Percentage Final Grade
90 and above A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
Below 60 F
Lab Safety
Study Aids
1. The student should be very familiar with the textbook. Each chapter consists of a chapter outline and overview, summarizing tables, diagrams, figures and highlights. Each chapter ends with chapter summary, and review questions. Set aside time to thoroughly read the assigned chapters.
2. To achieve maximum learning experience, read before coming to class.
3. Read and understand using the SQ4R technique: survey, question, read, revise, record (underline or highlight) and review. After facts have been learned, try to apply them.
4. Answer the review/discussion questions at the end of each chapter and review the learning objectives.
5. Stay abreast of Blackboard announcements and assessment dates.
6. Use your library to seek additional information through the use of reserved and other texts and references.
7. Call the Academic Resource Center for a tutor. (410) 951-3060
8. Define key terms.
9. Review the end of chapter summaries.
10. Answer the end of chapter questions.
11. Seek help when needed.
Form a study group with your classmates.
Help
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