Instructor
Professor: Dr. Lee Boyd
Office: ST 202-D
Phone: 231-1010, ext. 2081
E-mail: lee.boyd@washburn.edu
Course
3 hours credit.
The Biology Department offers 3 different entry-level biology courses.
This
course has a health emphasis. You should switch to a General Education
section if you are not planning to major in nursing, physical education,
or one of the allied health fields. Students intending to major in Biology
(including pre-vet., pre-med., pre-dent., and secondary education in biology
programs) or Medical Technology should be enrolled in BI102 (General Cellular
Biology).
Text
Campbell, N.A., Reece, J.B. Mitchell, L.G. and M.R. Taylor. 2003. Biology:
Concepts & Connections. 4th edition. Benjamin/Cummings, San Francisco,
CA.
It is up to you whether you bring the text to class or not. I will frequently
refer to illustrations within the text and it may be to your benefit to
have the text in front of you so that you can make notations in it.
Examinations
Exam 1
Exam 2
Exam 3
Exam 4
Final
Each of the 4 regular examinations will consist of approximately 50 multiple choice or true-false questions. These questions are based on material covered in lecture, which in turn comes primarily from the textbook. There may be some questions pertaining to reading assignments not covered in lecture. The test questions will not only examine your knowledge of the material, but also your ability to use or apply the information. The final exam will be comprehensive; there will be 50 questions pertaining to new material and 25 questions reviewing material covered on the first 4 exams.
Exams must be taken on the day scheduled. Missed exams may not be made up unless the student has an extraordinary excuse for their absence. The decision as to whether the excuse is sufficient rests entirely with the instructor. Makeups will be more difficult essay exams and must be taken within one week of the date of the original exam. If you miss a scheduled makeup there is no second chance. Under NO circumstances may more than one exam be made up.
Cheating of any sort will be prosecuted to the full extent of Washburn University policy. Students are referred to the Washburn University Academic Impropriety Policy available from the Academic Affairs Office.
As an additional sixth of your grade, there will be in-class assignments
due on the spot, and out-of class assignments due on the dates assigned.
These can not be made up or turned in after the assigned deadlines if you
are absent. Your lowest score will be dropped and the remaining scores
averaged to be weighted equivalent to one regular exam.
Keys to Good Performance
Good attendance is required if you are to pass the course. You are
responsible for any information that you miss. To do well in the course
you must attend regularly, and study the lecture notes thoroughly between
lectures. I recommend skimming the textbook coverage of the topic just
before it is covered in lecture, followed by a thorough reading and highlighting
after the topic is covered. Start studying intensively about a week before
each exam is scheduled. To do well, you should know the material thoroughly
enough that you could write it out in your own words.
Grading
The course grade will be determined by averaging your percent scores
on the 5 exams with the average of your in- and out-of-class assignments.
The following scale will be used to determine your grade in this course:
90-100% = A (Exceptional), 80-89% = B (Good), 70-79% = C (Average = most
people), 60-69% = D (Poor), below 60% = F (Failed to grasp or present even
60% of the material). Borderline cases will be decided based on my impression
of your attendance, attitude, effort, and improvement.
There is one opportunity for extra credit in this course, described
on an accompanying sheet. No other extra credit or make-up work will be
given.
Dates to Keep in Mind
-Last day to enroll
-Last day to drop without affecting GPA
-Last day to change to P/F
-Last day to withdraw
-Last day of classes
Course Objectives
1. To provide students with a broad background in biology that will enable them to understand and appreciate this important subject.
2. To provide students with the ability to understand and appreciate important developments that will occur within this field during their lifetime.
3. To teach and encourage good study skill habits.
4. To encourage an interest in biology and demonstrate how students can continue to add to their knowledge after completing the course.
5. To encourage students to read effectively. There is a required text from which readings are assigned. Read "How to Use this Text", pages iv-ix. Skim related material prior to lecture, and read it thoroughly for understanding following coverage in lecture. The "Outline" section which opens each chapter and the text subheadings can be used as a study guide. Each paragraph has a topic sentence and identifying this sentence will aid in focusing on key concepts. Words in bold face represent new terminology to be learned. At the end of each chapter is a summary and sample questions. The text has an excellent glossary with pronunciations and definitions. Don't forget to use the index to look up information. You may also wish to review using the CD-ROM and check the on-line resources for each chapter posted on the World Wide Web.
6. To teach students to solve problems using the methods of analysis considering evidence, relevance, and validity. Biology is a way of asking and answering questions about living things. The course will emphasize the critical thinking behind scientific investigation that has led to new discoveries and will be encouraged to understand and apply these methods not only in this class, but in the future as an educated citizen.
7. To teach students to process information in terms of synthesis and
analysis. These skills are practiced by responding to questions posed by
the instructor during lecture. Further assessment will occur in the form
of assignments and examination questions.
Tentative Schedule of Topics to Be Covered
This tentative schedule is designed to guide your reading. Minor changes may be announced later.
Chapter Topic
Read "How to Use this Text", pages iv-ix
1
Introduction: The Scientific Study of Life
2
The Chemical Basis of Life
3
The Molecules of Cells
4
A Tour of the Cell
5
The Working Cell
6
How Cells Harvest Chemical Energy
7
Photosynthesis: Using Light to Make Food
Exam 1
8
The Cellular Basis of Reproduction and Inheritance
9
Patterns of Inheritance
10 Molecular
Biology of the Gene
11 The
Control of Gene Expression
12
DNA Technology and the Human Genome
Exam 2
13
Evolution
20
Unifying Concepts of Animal Structure and Function
21
Nutrition and Digestion
22
Respiration: The Exchange of Gases
Exam 3
23
Circulation
24
The Immune Response
25
Control of the Internal Environment
26
Chemical Regulation
27
Reproduction and Embryonic Development
Exam 4
28
Nervous Systems
29
The Senses
30
How Animals Move
35/38 Conservation Biology
Exam 5
WASHBURN UNIVERSITY SERVICES
Students at times experience difficulty with issues such as studying,
personal problems, time management, or choice of major, classes, or employment.
The Center for Learning and Student Success or CLASS (counseling, testing,
learning assistance, career services, academic advising) is available to
help students. If you feel you need someone with whom to discuss an issue
confidentially and free of charge, contact CLASS in Morgan 122, 231-1010,
ext. 1299, zzdpclas@washburn.edu,
www.washburn.edu/services/class.
Students with disabilities may identify themselves voluntarily to the
Services for Students with Disabilities Office (SSWDO)to request accommodations.
The office is responsible for assisting in arranging accommodations and
for identifying resources on campus. New requests for accommodations should
be submitted two months or more prior to the date services should begin;
however, check with the SSWDO office as soon as a need may arise.
Location: Morgan Hall, Room 150
Phone: (voice calls) 785-231-1010, ext 1629
(TDD) 785-231-1025
Students may also voluntarily identify themselves to the instructor
to discuss accommodations.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT
All students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately and ethically in their academic work. Inappropriate and unethical behavior includes (but is not limited to) giving or receiving unauthorized aid on examinations or in the preparation of papers or other assignments, or knowingly misrepresenting the source of academic work.
Washburn University's Academic Impropriety Policy describes academically
unethical behavior in greater detail, and explains the actions that may
be taken when such behavior occurs. For a complete copy of the Academic
Impropriety Policy, contact the office of the Vice President for Academic
Affairs, Morgan 270, or go on-line to:
www.washburn.edu/admin/fac-handbook/FHSEC7.htm#VIII