This syllabus is for the upcoming Spring, 2002 semester. The syllabus will be essentially the same for a different term except for the dates.

VERY IMPORTANT!

Please read the document, "Essential Steps for Getting Started in an On-line Course".  This document has major consequences regarding enrollment in on-line courses.

This course syllabus is subject to change throughout the semester.

Click here for the tentative lessons schedule.
Click here for the test schedule
Click here for information about grading and evaluation.

I. TEXTS/RESOURCES

• Text: Biology - Concepts and Connections, 3rd ed., Campbell, Mitchell, and Reece
• CD-ROM:  Interactive Study Partner (Packed with the above text.)  Richard Liebaert
• The Biology Place (Password packed with your text.)
• Study Guide: Student Study Guide for Biology - Concepts and Connections, 3rd ed., Liebaert
• Cycles of Life Video set
• COURSE WEB SITE: http://a-s.clayton.edu/bol/admin/title2-Sp2002.htm
  • Password protected; Will be sent by instructor to all enrolled students after January 9, 2002

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION AND CONTENT

The biology sequence covers Mendelian and human genetics, DNA and RNA structure and function, protein synthesis, recombinant DNA, representative plant and animal taxa, circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, internal environment of animals (urinary system), and animal development.

Prerequisites for Online Biol 1112:  
BIOL 1111 and BIOL 1111L and Consent of the Department Head or Professor of Record

III.  COURSE OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES

• The Communication Outcome
  Communication is much more than setting forth information: it involves an interchange of ideas or thoughts between a sender and a recipient. Whether the communication takes the form of a written paper or report, a letter, an oral presentation, or a problem-solving discussion in a small group, the ultimate goal is a clear, meaningful exchange of ideas between the sender(s) and recipient(s). Regardless of its purpose or its form, communication is characterized by the following five components:

• Knowledge Base
• Awareness of Recipient
• Organization
• Mechanics/Delivery
• Style

• The Critical Thinking Outcome
• Critical Thinking is a systematic process used to find the answers to questions as well as to solve problems or reach informed decisions. The purpose of critical thought can be to reach a judgment based on careful reflection (e.g., reacting to a work of art or a poem) or to fulfill a very specific goal (deciding whether or not to administer a particular drug to a patient). It is important for each of us to develop the ability to think critically as well as to evaluate the quality of the critical thinking of others. No matter what the purpose for critical thought, it is characterized by the following four components:

• Question/Issue
• Method
• Evidence
• Conclusion

• Course Objectives
• The course objectives for each of the lessons in the tentative schedule can be found on the Home Page and from the following link. Course Objectives

IV. CCSU OFFICIAL NOTEBOOK POLICY, MINIMUM COMPUTER SKILLS FOR COURSE, AND APPROPRIATE USE OF THE INTERNET

Each CCSU 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

Success in this course REQUIRES that the student use his/her laptop computer.

Students enrolled in this course must possess and have proficiency with the following computer skills:

• Able to use the computer's operating system.
• Able to access and send e-mail, including attached files.
• Able to use a Web browser and search engine (Internet Explorer 5.5 and Netscape 4.61 or higher).
• Able to use Web CT to access course information.
• Able to use a word processing program (MicroSoft Word) to produce reports and tests.
• Able to download MicroSoft Powerpoint presentations from the BIOL 1111 course homepage and navigate through the presentation on the computer.
• Able to install and navigate through the course CD-ROM.
• Able to navigate through the Biology Place, and download all required plug-ins
• Able to use a bulletin board and chat room for class instruction.
• Additional skills may be required as the semester progresses.

In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers.

• Student notebook computers will be required in the classroom on the following date:
  August 23, 2001 at the course orientation.
• Student use of the notebook computer will be required throughout the course while the student is working from remote locations and accessing course information through the internet.

V. COURSE POLICIES

Students are expected to attend all on-campus class meetings, both orientation and testing. Attendance will be taken at each on-campus session and you will be required to present a picture ID at the midterm and final examinations. You will be held responsible for all subject matter covered during the semester.

Information will be presented and class discussion may occur on the class bulletin board, chat room, and list serve. ALL discussion will be held in a professional manner and any inappropriate comments, information, and language will be deleted by the professor. The originator of this inappropriate behavior may be subject to disciplinary action by the Office of Student Services of the University.

Absences from the midterm and final must be accompanied by a signed physician's excuse or other appropriate documentation. The excuse must be presented in writing no more than 48 hours after the examination. Make-up tests will be given and scheduled at a time that is convenient to the student and professor but not more than one week after the date of the administration of the exam. Abuse of this policy will result in failure in this course.
 

Students must abide by the policies in the University Catalog and Student Handbook, and if applicable, program handbook.

NO VISITORS, INCLUDING CHILDREN, WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE CLASSROOM DURING ON-CAMPUS MEETINGS .

VI. Tentative Schedule of Lessons

• The Home Page contains the Activities Pages where all course work and assignments are located. This page provides several activities to help the student understand and master the objectives that are found for each lesson. These activities include (but are not limited to) a tutorial that pertains to the reading assignment in the book, activities from the CD ROM that accompanies the textbook, The Biology Place, relevant websites, and the Cycles of Life video series with accompanying viewing guide, practice tests, and suggested work in the Study guide from the textbook.
• Course Assignments and answer sheets for students to fill in will be posted on the Activities Pages and the Course Home Page. The filled-in answer sheet will be submitted via WebCT drop box.
• The due dates for the Course Assignments will be posted with the assignment and adequate time will be allowed for completion.
• Please check the Home Page (minimum of three times a week) for updates.
  
  Schedule (Subject to Change Throughout the Semester)

VII. ON-CAMPUS COURSE MEETINGS FOR ORIENTATION AND EXAMS:

Section CRN # 20168

• Orientation: Saturday, January 12, 9:00 -11:00 am, CE - Rm 330
• Mid-Term Examination: Saturday, February 23, 9:00 -11:00 am, LEC - Room B10
• Final Examination: Saturday, April 27, 9:00 -11:00 am, LEC - Room B10

VIII. INSTRUCTORS:

Dr. Nickie Cauthen
Office: G110-L
Phone: 770-961-3661
E-mail: nickiecauthen@mail.clayton.edu
Home Page:http://a-s.clayton.edu/science/Cauthen.htm

OFFICE HOURS:
M and W - 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Tu and Th - 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Others by appointment

[Response to Email typically occurs during all office hours posted, and usually occurs within two business (M-F) days]:

Dr. C. Blaine Carpenter
Office: ADN-28-B
Phone: 770-961-3634 OR 404-685-2559
E-mail: blainecarpenter@mail.clayton.edu
Home Page:http://a-s.clayton.edu/science/CARPEN.htm

OFFICE HOURS: e-hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8-9 am
 [Response to Email typically occurs during Office Hours, and usually occurs within two business (M-F) days]:

Others by appointment

IX. TESTS

There will be a midterm and a final exam during the semester (see lessons schedule for specific times).

X. GRADING EVALUATION (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

Weekly (or bi-weekly) assignments are open book and are posted in the Assignments section of the current lesson.  Responses are to be submitted via WebCT dropbox.
 

This page is constructed and maintained by
C. Blaine Carpenter and A. Cauthen
© Copyright 2001-2002