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RANGER COLLEGE Syllabus COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: Biology 1407 General Biology II Credit Hours:4, Hrs/Wk of Lecture:3, Hrs/Wk of Lab:3, Hrs/Wk of Lec and Lab:6 Name of Instructor (Title): Dr. Jerry Glidewell Office Location: Science Bldg #3 Office Hours: see below Office Phone: 216 e-mail:[email protected] I. . II. CATALOG DESCRIPTION A continuation of Biology 1406. Adaptations and evolutionary history of the Plant and Animal Kingdoms; Detailed study of metabolic activities of the cell, including photosynthesis and respiration; A survey of the ecological relationships between living organisms and their environment are covered REQUIRED BACKGROUND / PREREQUISITES Passing score on THEA Reading section or equivalent alternate test is recommended. III. TEXTBOOK(S); READINGS; MATERIALS Campbell BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND CONNECTIONS 7th edition by Reece, Taylor Simon and Dickey. Pearson Benjamin Cummings Publishing Co., 2012. IV. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION Lectures (1.25 hours twice weekly) in which the major concepts and theories in biology will be discussed. Labs (1.25 hours twice weekly) in which major biological principles will be demonstrated by examination of specimens, conducting experiments and viewing videos. OFFICE SCHEDULE Monday: 10:45 – 12:00 3:00 - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 - 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:45-12:00 3:00 - 5:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 - 5:00 PM Other Times By Arrangement The above schedule and procedures in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances. V. EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES: NATURAL SCIENCES (N) N-1 to understand and apply methods and appropriate technology to the study of natural sciences; N-2 to recognize scientific and quantitative methods and the differences between these approaches and other methods of inquiry and to communicate findings, analyses, and interpretation both orally and in writing; N-3 to identify and recognize the differences among competing scientific theories; N-4 to demonstrate knowledge of the major issues and problems facing modern science, including issues that touch upon ethics, values, and public policies; N-5 to demonstrate knowledge of the interdependence of science and technology and their influence on, and contribution to, modern culture. VI. BASIC INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES B-1 Reading -the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed material. B-2 Writing - the ability to produce clear, correct and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion and audience. B-3 Speaking - the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion and audience. B-4 Listening - the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication. B-5 Critical Thinking - the ability to apply both qualitative and quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter to evaluate arguments and construct alternative strategies. B-6 Computer Literacy - the ability to understand our technological society, use computer based technology in communication, solving problems and acquiring information. VII. COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. Describe the evolution of plants by listing the key adaptations of plants to land, including life cycles and flower development, and relate these adaptations to the major plant groups. (N-1, N-2, N-4, N-5) (B-1, B-4, B-5) 2. Describe the major adaptations of Fungi and the roles of fungi in ecosystem functioning. (B-1, B-4, B-5) 3. Describe the evolution of animals by listing the key adaptations, including anatomical, physiological and genetic patterns, and relate these adaptations to the major animal groups. (B-1, B-4, B-5) 4. Describe the major metabolic pathways in cellular respiration and the role of enzymes and high-energy molecules, such as ATP, in these processes. (N-1, N-2)(B-1, B-4, B-5) 5. Define the concept of populations and explain how the characteristics of populations vary and how these variations affect ecological relationships. (N-4, N-5) (B-1, B-4, B-5) 6. Define the concepts of communities and ecosystems and compare the interactions of populations within these systems, including diversity, stability, trophic structure and nutrient and energy cycling. (N-4,N-5)(B-1,B-4,B-5) In order to evaluate the progress in achieving the course objectives each student will respond on written exams to questions in the following areas: - Describe the steps in the scientific process and how science is different from other ways of knowing. - Distinguish between prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. - Distinguish between single cell and multicellular organisms. - List the distinguishing characteristics of plants and animals. - Describe the environmental conditions that lead to the evolution of land plants. - List the adaptations that occurred in plants during their invasion of land. - List the plant groups that evolved during the invasion of land and describe the tissue structure and reproductive process in each. - Compare sexual and asexual reproduction in plants. - Describe the sexual life cycle in plants. - Identify the components of a flower and describe the primary function of each. - Describe the adaptations of flowers for pollination. - Describe the adaptations of flowers for seed dispersal. - Describe and compare the life cycle of plants, fungi and animals. - List the distinguishing characteristics of fungi as discussed in class. - Describe the structure of a typical fungal body. - Describe sexual and asexual reproduction in fungi. - List and describe major ecological relationships of fungi. - List the major groups of animals discussed in class and give distinguishing characteristics for each. - Describe the trends in size, activity, and complexity of tissues within the animal groups. - Define homeostasis and explain its significance to the survival of living organisms. - Recognize the ancestors of and early stages in human evolution. - Distinguish between biological and cultural evolution. - Distinguish between catabolic and anabolic reactions. - Distinguish between exergonic and endergonic reactions. - Describe the central role of ATP in cellular metabolism. - Describe the role of enzymes in cellular metabolism. - List the three major processes in cellular respiration. - Distinguish between anaerobic and aerobic respiration and compare the energy production of each. - Describe the physical properties of light energy important to photosynthesis. - List the components of and describe the structure of chloroplast and mitochondria. - Describe the major chemical events in the photosynthetic pathway. - List the four steps in the chemical evolution that produced living cells. - Define population, community, ecosystem and biosphere. - List and define eight characteristics of populations as discussed in class, and discuss variations of each characteristic. - List and describe types of animal behavior described in class - List and define three important aspects of communities as discussed in class that are of primary interest to ecologists. - Describe three kinds of interactions between populations within a community that lead to coadaptation. - Describe ecological succession. - Describe the trophic structure of communities and relate this to stability, diversity, nutrient cycling and energy flow. - Describe the flow of energy through an ecosystem. - Describe the cycling of carbon and nitrogen through an ecosystem. VIII. COURSE CALENDAR (see attachments) IX. COURSE / CLASSROOM POLICIES Regular and punctual attendance in all classes and labs is considered essential for optimum academic success. If the student has the equivalence of three weeks of unofficial absences . . . the instructor may drop the student from the course with a grade of F (Ranger College General Catalog ). Students are expected to be seated by the beginning of the lecture period. Excessive tardies (6) may be considered as absences. Excessive unexcused absences (6) may result in a grade of I (incomplete) and may result in dismissal from the course with a grade of F. It is your responsibility to inform the instructor of an excused absence. An absences is excused if you are excused by the Dean to participate in an authorized College activity or if you have a valid medical excuse. Any student who is disruptive to the class will be dismissed from the class and may be dismissed from the course. Any student found with unauthorized notes (cheat sheets, including communicating via electronic devices) during an exam or coping from another student’s exam will be subject to disciplinary action. Any student misconduct will be reported to the Dean of Student Services. Please do not bring cell phones, pagers or similar devices to class or be sure they are turned off. No tobacco use (including “smokeless”) is permitted in the science building. ADA Statement: Ranger College provides a variety of services for students with learning and/or physical disabilities. The student is responsible for making the initial contact with the Ranger College Counselor. It is advisable to make this contact before or immediately after the semester begins. X. ASSESSMENT (Grading Procedures) Exams will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions and will cover all material discussed since the last exam. Each question will be graded as correct or incorrect in accordance with information in the text and lectures. Exam grades will be taken as the number of points correct. Students missing lectures are responsible for getting notes from the instructor or classmates (notes are available by email from the instructor or from the Ranger web site) . Make-up exams, for exams missed due to an unexcused absence, will be given later in the semester and will exclude bonus questions . Students are strongly urged to not miss exams. The course grade will be computed as follows: Average of 5 highest lecture exams = 3/4 Lab average (explained in Lab Manual) = 1/4 (Average of 5 highest lecture exams 4 x 3) + Lab average Letter grades will be assigned as follows: 90-100 = A, 80-89 = B, 70-79 = C, 60-69 = D, below 60 = F XI. ADMISSIONS, EMPLOYMENT, AND PROGRAM POLICIES OF RANGER COLLEGE ARE NONDISCRIMINATORY IN REGARD TO RACE, CREED, COLOR, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, AND NATIONAL ORIGIN. XII. RECEIPT OF SYLLABUS (see attachments) Biology 1407 Course Calendar Text: Biology : Concepts and Connections 7th edition by Reece, Taylor, Simon and Dickey Class 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Lecture Topic ` Text Assignment Introduction to class / Recap fall Chs 1, 4, 15.4 Plants and the colonization of land Chs 16.20-21, 17.1- 13 Nonvascular plants " Vascular plants - gymnosperms “ Angiosperms “ Characteristics and ecology of Fungi Ch 17.14- 21 EXAM 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 Evolution and trends of animal diversity Lower animals - acoeloms Higher animals - protostomes Higher animals - deuterostomes Evolution of Chordates / humans EXAM 2 14 15 16 Metabolism - chemical reactions and ATP Transferring energy cellular respiration Fermentation and aerobic respiration Ch 18 “ " " Ch 19 Chs 2.18, 4.14-15, 5.10 - 16 Ch 6 “ Spring Break 17 18 19 Photosynthesis - using light to make food Evolution of metabolism EXAM 3 Ch 7 " 20 21 22 23 24 Introduction to ecology Population dynamics Life history and behavior Behavioral adaptation to the environment EXAM 4 Ch 34 Ch 36 “ Ch 35 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Communities - interactions " Biodiversity and biomes Trophic structure and productivity Ecosystems and nutrient cycles EXAM 5 review FINAL EXAM Ch 37 “ “ “ RECEIPT OF SYLLABUS I have received, and I understand the information in, the syllabus for Biology 1407 and I agree to abide by the stated policies. This includes the use of electronic devices in the class room. I also understand the grading procedures. Name:(sign)___________________________________ Date:_________________ (print)___________________________________ I have registered for the following Biology lecture and lab: Biology Lecture 1A (8:00 MW) ______________ 1B (7:45 T,TH) ______________ 3B (10:40 T,Th)______________ Biology Lab 2A (9:20 MW) ____________ 3A (10:40 MW) ___________ 2B (9:05 TTh) ___________ 5B (1:45 TTh) ___________ Who is your advisor or sponsor?________________________________________ What sciences courses have you taken? What is your major, or what are your career plans?