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Department: Science
Discipline: Biology & Environmental Sciences
Subject Code: BIOL
Course #: 115
Course Title: Introduction to Cells and Molecules
HARRISBURG AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FORM 335
Course Form 335 must be updated at least every five years per AP 765 to include, at a
minimum, the following elements. [§335.2]
1.
Digital Description [§335.2] (Insert the new/revised digital description below):
Credit hours:
Lecture hours:
Lab hours:
3.0
3.0
1.0
Approved Online/Blended Face-to-Face Instruction Ratios:
[__] 25/75% [__] 33/67% [__] 50/50% [__] 67/33% [__] 75/25%
(Note: The first number indicates the percentage of online instruction. The second number indicates the percentage of in-class
instruction.)
2.
Maximum Enrollment (Insert new/revised maximum enrollments below):
In-Class Instruction: 36
Lab Instruction: 24
(Note: It is assumed that maximum enrollments for blended courses are the same as those identified for in-class instruction.
Maximum enrollments for Virtual Learning courses are to be 75% of in-class instruction, as per the SGP on Maximum Class
Size):
3.
Catalog Description [§335.2] (Insert the description in space below):
Introduces students to the molecular structure and function of the cell. This course
specifically addresses the basis of scientific investigation, the chemistry of cells, the cell
membrane structure and function, cellular organelles, cell metabolism, cell division, and
the basic principles of genetics (both classical and molecular). This course is an
introductory biology course for science majors and pre-allied health students and is
recommended to be entered prior to completing BIOL 101, 121, or 221.
Minimum Grade Required
4.
Prerequisites [§335.2]: None
Co-requisites: None
Other:
5.
Learning Outcomes [§335.2]
[These outcomes are necessary to enable students to attain the essential
knowledge and skills embodied in the program’s educational objectives.]
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Department: Science
Discipline: Biology & Environmental Sciences
Subject Code: BIOL
Course #: 115
Course Title: Introduction to Cells and Molecules
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
 List the basic characteristics that apply to all living organisms and identify the levels
of biological organization
 Apply the scientific method to questions of biological importance
 Demonstrate the performance of basic arithmetic processes and familiarity with the
use of the metric system
 Identify the inorganic and organic chemicals important to the function of the cell
 Describe the basic structure of the cell
 Describe the importance of the cell membrane and how it regulates movement of
substances into and out of the cell
 List the major cellular organelles and describe their functions
 State the means by which cells obtain and utilize energy
 Explain the basis of cellular reproduction
 State the major principles of classical Mendelian genetics
 Describe the role of DNA in the cell and how it regulates cell function
 Identify ways that knowledge of cell biology is being used in society
6.
Planned Sequence of Instruction [§335.2]
[These must be designed to help students achieve the learning outcomes.]
I. Introduction
A. Basic Characteristics of All Living Things
B. Levels of Biological Organization
C. Scientific Method
II. Basic Mathematics
A. Fractions, Decimals, Percentages
B. Overview of the Metric System
C. Interpretation of Graphs and Charts
III. Inorganic Chemicals
A. Elements, Atoms, and Compounds
B. Chemical Bonds
C. Properties of Water
D. Acids, Bases, and Buffers
E. Concentrations of Solutions (per cent; molarity)
IV. Organic Chemicals Involved in Cell Function
A. Organic Chemicals and Functional Groups
B. Monomers and Polymers
C. Macromolecules
1. Carbohydrates
2. Lipids
3. Proteins
4. Nucleic Acids
V. Structure and Function of the Cell
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Department: Science
Discipline: Biology & Environmental Sciences
Subject Code: BIOL
Course #: 115
Course Title: Introduction to Cells and Molecules
A. Prokaryotic Versus Eukaryotic Cells
B. Nucleus and Ribosomes
C. Endomembrane System (Endoplasmic Reticulum, Golgi Apparatus,
Lysosomes, Vacuoles)
D. Energy Converting Organelles (Mitochondria, Chloroplasts)
E. Cytoskeleton and Cell Surface Structures
F. Cell Membrane Structure and Function
VI. Energy and the Cell
A. Energy and Its Transformation
B. Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) Drives Cellular Work
C. Enzymes and Their Function
D. Aerobic Cellular Respiration and its Stages
E. Anaerobic Respiration (Fermentation)
F. Metabolic Pathways
G. Photosynthesis
VII. Cellular Reproduction
A. Asexual Versus Sexual Reproduction
B. Cell Cycle and Mitosis in Eukaryotes
C. Meiosis and Genetic Variation
D. Alterations of Chromosome Number and Structure
VIII. Patterns of Inheritance
A. Mendelian Genetics and its Variations
B. Sex Chromosomes and Sex-Linked Genes
IX. Molecular Biology of the Gene
A. Structure of the Genetic Material
B. DNA Replication
C. Protein Synthesis (Transcription and Translation)
D. Regulation of gene expression
X. DNA Technology and Genomics
A. Gene Cloning
B. Genetically Modified Organisms
C. DNA Profiling
D. Genomics
Planned Sequence of Instruction – Laboratory
(Laboratory meets every other week. One lab may be omitted at the discretion of the
instructor.)
I.
II.
III.
IV.
V.
VI.
VII.
Scientific investigation
Solutions, acids, bases, and the pH scale
Basic microscopy and cell structure
Diffusion and osmosis
Enzymes
Cellular respiration and photosynthesis
Cell division
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Department: Science
Discipline: Biology & Environmental Sciences
Subject Code: BIOL
Course #: 115
Course Title: Introduction to Cells and Molecules
VIII.
7.
Genetics
Assessment of Student Learning [§335.44]
[Methods of assessment should be appropriate for Learning Outcomes listed above.]
Assessment of student learning outcomes for the course, as required by the Shared
Governance Policy – Assessing Institutional Effectiveness, is part of regular curriculum
maintenance and/or improvement. The specific plan has been determined by the pertinent
faculty involved and is maintained in the College’s assessment management system.
Quizzes
Lecture examinations
Laboratory worksheets
8.
List of Texts, References, Selected Library Resources or other Learning Materials
(code each item based on instructional use) [§335.2]: C-Lecture/Laboratory, ALecture, B-Laboratory, LC-Lecture/Clinical, CLN-Clinical, I-Online, BL-Blended, DIndependent Study, P-Private Lessons, E-Internship, F-Cooperative Work-Study, FEField Experience. [These resources must be easily accessible to students.]
A – Lecture
Reece, J.B., Taylor, M.R., Simon, E.J., and Dickey, J.L., Campbell Biology: Concepts
and Connections, latest edition. Benjamin Cummings.
Garrett, L.K., Get Ready for A&P, latest edition.
B – Laboratory
Dorsch, C.A. et al, Laboratory Manual for BIOL 115
NAME AND SIGNATURE
1. Discipline Faculty Proponent/s: Carole Dorsch
DATE
12/18/15
2. Curriculum Manager & College Catalog Editor: Erika Steenland
1/22/16
3. Department Chairperson (Discipline Approval): Matthew Harris
1/27/16
This course meets all reimbursement requirements of Chapter 335, subchapters A/B.
This course was developed, approved, and offered in accordance with the policies,
standards, guidelines, and practices established by the College. It is consistent with the
College’s mission.
If the course described here is a transfer course, it is comparable to similar courses
generally accepted for transfer accredited four-year colleges and universities.
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Department: Science
Discipline: Biology & Environmental Sciences
Subject Code: BIOL
Course #: 115
Course Title: Introduction to Cells and Molecules
NAME AND SIGNATURE
4. Associate Provost: Kathleen T. Doherty
DATE
1/29/16
5. Provost & VP, Academic Affairs: Cynthia A. Doherty
1/29/16
9.
10.
Original Date of course approval by the college:
Date(s) of subsequent reviews [Indicate change: Learning Outcomes; textbook(s)]:
12/18/15 – Proposed new course – Fall 16
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