BIOL 4460-
Virology
Course
Syllabus - Fall 2011
Individuals with disabilities who need to request accommodations should contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Student Center 255, 678-466-5445, disabilityservices@clayton.edu.
Course Description:
Number and Title:
BIOL 4460 (CRN 88738)
Virology
Credit Hours:
3.0 Semester credit hours
Catalog Description:
This course will focus on animal viruses and will discuss basic concepts in virology including viral taxonomy, structure, entry/exit, replication, quantitation, genetics, pathogenesis, and virus-host interaction.
Course prerequisite and co-requisite:
Prerequisites: BIOL 3200 and BIOL 4201
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 CSU's Official Notebook Computer Policy, please go to http://itpchoice.clayton.edu/policy.htm .
Students enrolled in this course must possess and have proficiency with the following computer skills and be able to:
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In-class Use of Student Notebook Computers:
Student notebook computers will NOT be used in the classroom in this course. Computers will be required to access course materials and to communicate with your instructor. Use of notebook computers for note taking is allowed with permission from instructor. Any other uses of notebook computers such as checking email, surfing the internet, social networking such as FACEBOOK, TWITTER, MYSPACE and instant messaging will result in loss of points. This same limitations apply to the use of other electronic devices in class (including, but not limited to cell phones, personal digital assistants, etc.). Violation of these rules will result in loss of points, so check with your instructor to determine what is acceptable.
Course Objectives:
Student Learning Outcomes:
BIOL 4460 supports outcomes 1, 4, 5 and 7 of the biology major:
Outcome 5:
Demonstrate the ability to collect, evaluate and interpret scientific data,
and employ critical thinking to solve problems in biological science and
supporting fields.
Outcome 7: Demonstrate the ability to identify and describe the impact of biological and physical sciences on the environment and society.
Term:
Fall Semester 2011
Instructor:
Renee McFarlane (CRN 88738)
Office:
Business and Health Sciences (BHS) Building, Room 158
Phone: (678) 466-4790
Fax: (678) 466-4899
Email:
ReneeMcFarlane@clayton.edu
Internet:
http://a-s.clayton.edu/mcfarlane/default.htm
Office hours: Monday, Wednesday
and Friday 10:00 am - 11:30 am, Tuesday 8:30 am to 9:30 am and 12:00 pm - 12:30
pm, and by appointment only
Class Meetings:
Classroom: Laboratory Annex Building, Room 107
Class Times: MWF 9:00 am - 9:50 am
Text Information:
Understanding Viruses by Teri Shors
Evaluation:
Each student's grade will be calculated as follows:
Three tests (100 points each) 300 points Term Paper/Presentation 80 points Final examination (comprehensive) 120 points TOTAL 500 points
Grading:
Grade
Points A
90-100% B
80-89% C
70-79% D
60-69% F
below 60%
The mid-term grade in this course, which will be issued on October 4, reflects approximately 30% of the entire course grade. Based on this grade, students may choose to withdraw from the course and receive a grade of "W." Students pursuing this option must fill out an official withdrawal form, available in the Office of the Registrar, or withdraw on-line using the Swan by mid-term, which occurs on October 7.
Instructions for Withdrawing are provided at this link.
The last day to withdraw without academic accountability is Friday October 7, 2011.
COURSE POLICIES:
Students must abide by policies in the Clayton State University Student Handbook, and the Basic Undergraduate Student Responsibilities.
Students must read course policies as stated below on first day of class.
University Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students’ ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades.
Course Attendance Policy
Attendance is expected for all class periods. At the beginning of each class, an attendance sheet is passed around to record attendance. Students are responsible for making sure they sign the attendance sheet each class period. Class assignments are due at the beginning of class (not during or after class). Late assignments will be assessed 15% late charge. Attendance is required for examination periods. Any absence from assignments or exams must be accompanied by a written excuse from a doctor or other competent authority the NEXT class period student returns to class (not 2 weeks later) specifically indicating the dates that are to be excused.
Missed Work
Without excuse, a grade of zero points will be assigned for the missed work. If a valid excuse is provided then the student will be excused from assignment or exam and the average of other exams will be taken. NO MAKEUP EXAMS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!! A valid excuse is defined as the following: Jury duty, death in the immediate family (defined as follows: mother, father, sibling, spouse, or child), or student is incapacitated to the point where he/she is hospitalized on day of exam. DO NOT UNDER ANY OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES ASK TO TAKE YOUR TEST AT ANY OTHER TIME FOR ANY OTHER REASON. ALL REQUESTS WILL BE DENIED. If the final exam is missed without a proper excuse then a grade of 0 will be given for the final. If more than three (3) assignments or more than one (1) exam is missed, student will be recommended to apply for hardship withdrawal from course.
Academic Dishonesty
Cheating is defined as copying anything that is not your own and turning it in as your own work. Be sure to hand in your own work. Cheating will not be accepted for any of the following violations:
a. If you work on an assignment with a classmate and you write your answers with the same wording as your classmate then you will be accused of cheating (and so will your fellow classmate).
b. If you copy ANYTHING out of a book or off of a web page then you will be accused of cheating.
c. If you copy answers off of another person's paper during a test then you will be accused of cheating.
d. If you are caught with an inappropriate device on your desk during an exam
Cheating in any form will result in a minimum of zero on the assignment and academic misconduct forms will be filed with the Office of Judicial Affairs for any violation. Judicial procedures are described at http://adminservices.clayton.edu/judicial/.
Disruption of the Learning Environment
Behavior which disrupts the teaching–learning process during class activities will not tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF.
A more detailed description of examples of disruptive behavior and appeal procedures is provided at:
Other Policies
Each student must turn off all cell phones before class begins, especially before an exam. Failure to do so will result in deduction of 2 points (if during class period) or 5 points (if during exam period) from overall grade. Each student will place ALL belongings in front of classroom near instructor's desk. Only pencils and pens will be allowed on the desk while taking a test. All students are responsible for filling in their scantron bubbles correctly. The instructor will not give back any points back for mistakes made on filling out scantron forms. If there are any errors on exam, instructor must be contacted within 48 hours or the next class period. Anytime after this period, no changes will be made.
No smoking is permitted at any time in the classroom.
Each student must activate his/her e-mail account at Clayton State University. The class list serve will be the only method for communicating with the class by email. Important announcements will be sent to the class on the class list serve. You should also check GeorgiaView regularly for new postings.
Visitors (friends, children, etc.) are strictly prohibited from attending class without the permission of the instructor.
Operation Study
At Clayton State University, we expect and support high motivation and academic achievement. Look for Operation Study activities and programs this semester that are designed to enhance your academic success such as study sessions, study breaks, workshops, and opportunities to earn Study Bucks (for use in the University Bookstore) and other items.
Important Dates:
TERM PAPER: November 21, 2011
EXAM DATES: Please see TENTATIVE schedule for exam dates. These are subject to change.
MIDTERM (LAST DAY TO DROP WITHOUT ACADEMIC PENALTY): October 7, 2011
FINAL: TBA