Survey
* Your assessment is very important for improving the workof artificial intelligence, which forms the content of this project
* Your assessment is very important for improving the workof artificial intelligence, which forms the content of this project
Lecture 1 BIOL 105 Course Description • Introduction to biological principles, processes, and patterns. • 4 Lectures per week. 4 Exams • 1 Laboratory &/or Discussion Session per week 4 Exams 12 Lab Sections • Major Topics Include: Macromolecules and Metabolism Cell Biology Genetics Organ Systems BIOL 105 Course Objectives • Understand the cellular basis of life. the structures and organelles associated with cells the functional activities of a cell and its components. • Develop a proficiency in the skills necessary to engage in the scientific method. • Understand cellular reproduction processes. Includes mitosis and meiosis. • Understand the chemical basis and biochemical origins of organisms. • Understand the structure of DNA and how it replicates. • Understand energy flow within and among organisms. Includes enzyme-based biochemical reactions • Understand how genetic information is converted to cellular structure and function. Transcription and translation photosynthesis, aerobic and anaerobic respiration Course Introduction 2 Course Objectives (cont.) • Understand the process of scientific discovery and its methodology. BIOL 105 Course Introduction 3 BIOL 105 Course Objectives (cont.) Course Introduction 4 Course Management • Understand inheritance patterns. • Lecture Instructor: Mendelian and non-Mendelian Inheritance. Kraig Gregor & Dr. Robert Sorensen, Ph. D. • Understand the organization of the vertebrate body. Email: [email protected] Email: • Understand the process of animal locomotion at the cellular and biochemical levels. [email protected] • Notes, Syllabus, and Schedule in handout • Understand the key features of various organ systems in the vertebrate body. especially, the circulatory and digestive systems BIOL 105 Course Introduction 5 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 6 1 Lecture 1 Required Resources Why are you here? Biology: the study of life (biology is derived from two Greek word parts: bio “life” & logos “the study of” What do biologists do: Improve the environment, increase the worlds food supply, identify factors which contribute to health and longevity, conquer killers (cancer, AIDS, heart disease) etc. Fields of biology: Immunology, Endocrinology, Microbiology, Botany, Ichthyology, Entomology, Zoology, Bacteriology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Embryology, Genetics, etc. • • Textbook: • Biology, 8th ed., Campbell, Reece, Mitchell. Published by Benjamin/Cummings. • “ biology may be the key to human survival on planet earth” Recent Grads from LSH and their majors Nurses Forensic scientists Biology Chemistry Dieticians Ecology Doctors BIOL 105 Etc. Course Introduction • • BIOL 105 Course Introduction 7 Important Dates BIOL 105 Survival Strategies 1 • Participate in lecture and lab! Question your understanding. Relate material given in class to that in your text and lab manual. Ask questions! • Refer to handout BIOL 105 8 Course Introduction 9 BIOL 105 Survival Strategies 2 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 10 BIOL 105 Survival Strategies 3 • Read assigned textbook and lab manual pages! Read as topics are covered. • Find a Study Buddy or join a Study Group! Reviewing material with others pays dividends. • Talk to Instructor outside class! Read for understanding; question yourself. Look-up definitions or pronunciations that are foreign to you. Study Figures and Tables. Review notes and textbook before exams. BIOL 105 Course Introduction 11 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 12 2 Lecture 1 Expectations continued Help me find the cure. • There is a common disease that usually affects 17-18 year olds, it usually only lasts about nine months but it can be life changing. • No whining • • • • Get organized Meet deadlines Limit excuses Study/read BIOL 105 Course Introduction 13 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 14 Symptoms of the affliction • Lack of enthusiasm • Lack of participation • Obsessive complaining about homework BIOL 105 Course Introduction SAY NO TO SENIORITIS 15 BIOL 105 Course Introduction Grading Information Lecture Exams (4 x 100 pts.) Laboratory Exams (4 × 40 pts.) Laboratory Reports (2 x 40 pts.) Portfolio Reviews (2 x 30 pts.) Vocabulary Quizzes (6 x 20 pts.) Additional Activities (8 × 10 pts.) Total Points BIOL 105 16 Vocab • What is? 400 160 80 60 120 80 Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis? 900 Course Introduction 17 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 18 3 Lecture 1 • A pneumoconiosis caused by the inhalation of very fine silicate or quartz dust, often found in volcanic dust. It is also called a miner's lung disease. This lung disease is more commonly known as pneumoconiosis. Many substances can cause pneumoconiosis including asbestos, silica, talc and metals. BIOL 105 Course Introduction • • • • • • • 19 Pneumono = Related to lungs (Latin) Ultra = Very (Latin) Microscopic = Extremely small (Latin/Old English) Silico = Silica related (Latin) volcano = Volcano (Latin) coni = related to dust (variation of konis -Greek) osis = Disease (Greek) BIOL 105 Vocab Quizzes Course Introduction 20 What is the portfolio? • 6 quizzes based on bio vocab • Handout BIOL 105 Course Introduction • Handout 21 BIOL 105 Course Introduction 22 Research assignment or article reflection/Symposium • Handout BIOL 105 Course Introduction 23 4