BIOL 1112 - Introductory Biology II
Course Syllabus - Summer 2011

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Course Description

Number and Title:

BIOL 1112
Introductory Biology II

Credit Hours:

3.0 semester credit hours

Catalog Description:

The biology sequence covers basic and biological chemistry, cellular organization and function, cell division, bioenergetics, and organ system physiology as well as Mendelian genetics, basic statistics, developmental biology, molecular genetics, biotechnology, ecology, and evolution.

NOTE: This sequence is designed for non-science majors. The biology sequence of BIOL 1107 and 1108 is the sequence required for science majors and most medical majors. If you have questions about the appropriate sequence for your major, please ask your instructor.

Course Prerequisites:

• Exemption of exit from Learning Support Math
• BIOL 1111. Introductory Biology I and
• BIOL 1111L, Introductory Biology Laboratory I

Notebook Computer Requirement:

Each CSU student is required to have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student's academic program. Students will sign a statement attesting to such access.  For further information on CCSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm.

Computer Skill Prerequisites:

• Able to use the Windows^TM operating system.
• Able to use a the Microsoft Word^TM word processing program.
• Able to send and receive e-mail using the Outlook^TM or Outlook Express^TM program.
• Able to use a Web browser.

In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:

Student computers will be used in the classroom in this course, and will be required for taking quizzes and exams.  You should bring your notebook computer to every class meeting. Computers will also be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor.

Course Objectives:

• To understand the structure, replication and importance of the DNA molecule in inheritance.
• To understand the basic concepts of Mendelian genetics.
• To understand the processes included in the field of biotechnology.
• To understand principles of biodiversity at the organismal and systemic level.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• General education outcomes:
  • Communication: knowledge base. BIOL 1112 will provide knowledge base information necessary for communication of information concerning genetics, biotechnology and biodiversity..
  • Critical thinking: all components (question/issue, method, evidence, conclusion). BIOL 1112 will require application of knowledge base information to understand biological relationships.

Class Meetings:

Evaluation:

Grading Scale	Points
3 Regular Exams @ 100 points	300
Quizzes/Assignments (Number of quizzes, assignments, and points to be determined by instructor)	0 to 100
1 Final Exam over all material	100
Total	400 to 500

Grading:

Your final grade will be determined as follows:

Textbook

Campbell, Reece, Taylor, Simon, and Dickey. 2009. Biology, Concepts and Connections. Benjamin Cummings.

Tentative Course Schedule:

This schedule is tentative, and can change at the discretion of the instructors.  All exam dates are approximate.

Final Exam:

In Fall and Spring, the Final Exam schedule will be different from the regular schedule, and will be posted by the university.  In Summer, the Final Exam is usually given the last day of classes.

Course Policies:

Absences from QUIZZES and EXAMS must also be accompanied by a signed physician's or judge's excuse (there are no exceptions). Without an excuse provided within one week, a grade of zero points will be assigned for the missed assessment.  If the student does have a valid excuse the next quiz or exam will be doubled to make up for the missed one, unless it is a final exam, in which case a makeup will be administered.

Visitors (friends, children, etc.) are strictly prohibited from attending class without the permission of the instructor.

No smoking, eating or drinking is permitted at any time in the classroom.

Students may not play video games during lecture.

Students must abide by policies in the Clayton College & State University Student Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.

Attendance is expected for all class periods.  Attendance is required for quiz and examination periods.  Any absence must be accompanied by a written excuse from a doctor or other competent authority.  Without excuse, a grade of zero points will be assigned for the missed work.  If a valid excuse is provided:

Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism.  All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved.  All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs.   Judicial procedures are described at
http://adminservices.clayton.edu/studentlife/judicial_affairs.htm.

Changes or additions to this syllabus, including reading, exam schedule, grading, and course policies can be made at the discretion of the instructor at any time.

Last update: May 20, 2011