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This is a syllabus for biological sciences ii (bio 102), a continuation of introductory biology that includes classification of organisms and structural and functional considerations of all kingdoms, particularly vertebrate animals and vascular plants. The course emphasizes problem-solving, critical reading, and independent learning, and covers topics such as the diversity of life forms, body systems of the human, fungi, plants, and animals.
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COURSE TITLE: Biological Sciences II
COURSE NUMBER: BIO 102
DIVISION RESPONSIBLE: General Education and Transitional Studies
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a continuation of introductory biology that includes classification of organisms and structural and functional considerations of all kingdoms (particularly major phyla as well as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular plants are emphasized.
CREDIT HOURS: 3/3/
PREREQUISITE COURSE: None
TEXTBOOK INFORMATION
TITLE: Biology: Life on Earth; Symbiosis Custom Laboratory Manual
AUTHOR: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald Audesirk, and Bruce E Byers
PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall
EDITION: Seventh Edition
ISBN: 0-13-146760-3 (text) and 0-536-89442-6 (lab manual)
APPROVAL INFORMATION
DATE PREPARED NAME OF PREPARER
DATE APPROVED DEPARTMENT HEAD
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Conventional Syllabus
Biological Sciences II
Course number BIO 102 Course discipline Biology Course description This is a continuation of introductory biology that includes classification of organisms and structural and functional considerations of all kingdoms (particularly major phyla as well as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular plants are emphasized. Course date Location Meeting day(s) Meeting time(s) Prerequisite(s)
Email Office location Office Hours Phone Number
Required Reading(s) Biology: Life on Earth , Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald Audesirk and Bruce E. Byers, Prentice-Hall, Seventh Edition/2004, 0-13-146760- Additional required and/or supplemental reading(s)
Symbiosis Custom Lab Manual for BIO 102 ISBN 0-536-89442-
Unit One: Diversity (Part1): Prokaryotes, Protista, and Fungi At the completion of this unit the student should be able to:
Unit Two: Diversity (Part 2): Plants At the completion of this unit the student should be able to: 1.Identify and describe the major forms of plant life, both vascular and avascular.
Unit Three: Diversity (Part 3): Animals At the completion of this unit the student should be able to: 1.Describe the major phyla of invertebrate animals and the individual classes within each phylum.
Unit Four: Animal Systemic Biology (Part 1): Tissues, Organ Systems and Homeostasis; Circulation; Respiration; Digestion and Human Nutrition; The Urinary System; Immunity At the completion of this unit the student should be able to:
Unit Five: Animal Systemic Biology (Part 2): Nervous System and Sensations; Endocrine; Action and Support; Reproduction and Development At the completion of this unit the student should be able to:
The Attendance Policy, Definitions, and Student Responsibilities
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes. Recognizing that situations may arise to prevent such attendance, however, the following policy is set forth to address these situations.
Students may be absent for 5 percent of class meetings for avoidable absences, and no more than an additional 10 percent of class meetings for unavoidable absences. In extreme circumstances, students may be absent for a length of time mutually agreed upon between the instructor and the student that exceeds this percentage of class meetings_._
Attendance for less than a full class period may be counted as one- third of an absence.
Avoidable absence : An absence where a student voluntarily misses class for non-emergency reason (i.e., sleep late, go hunting, shopping, etc.).
Extreme circumstance : Absences which are unforeseen and of which the student has no control that occur in extended intervals of time to a student who has the potential to pass the course through make-up.
Student Responsibilities
Fabrication – altering or transmitting, without authorization, academic information or records.
Sanction for Academic Dishonesty: Each incident of academic dishonesty will be reported in writing to the Chief Student Services Officer. The sanction for the first incident of academic dishonesty will be a score of zero on the particular item being submitted. A second incident of academic dishonesty will result in further disciplinary action, up to and including suspension from the college, according to the Student Code of the South Carolina Technical College System.
II. Behavioral Integrity
Each student is expected to conduct himself/herself in a manner that facilitates learning in the classroom environment. Attitudes and behaviors that nurture character and ethical behavior include the following core values:
Respect – Showing regard, consideration, and courtesy for the rights and feelings of students and employees and conducting oneself in a mature, dignified manner.
Responsibility – Distinguishing between right and wrong and being held accountable for one’s actions.
Honesty – being truthful, respecting the property of others, and demonstrating integrity.
Self-Discipline – Controlling one’s actions and attitudes so as not to inflict emotional and physical harm on others.
Sanction for Behavioral Disruptions: An instructor may dismiss any student who causes a behavioral disruption for the remainder of that class period. The instructor shall initiate a discussion with the student to resolve the issue prior to the next class meeting. A further disruption by the student may result in a second dismissal and a referral in writing by the faculty member to the Chief Student Services Officer. A second incident of Behavioral Disruption will result in further disciplinary action, up to and including suspension from the college, according to the Student Code of the South Carolina Technical College System.
Mid-Term Grading Scale
At the mid-point of each term, the instructor will assign a mid-term grade for each student. The following grade designations will be used: S = Satisfactory; M = Marginal; U = Unsatisfactory; W = Withdrawal)
Final Grading Scale At the end of each term, letter grades are given in all courses to indicate the quality of work done by the student. The following grade designation will be used: A = 90-100;B = 80-89;C = 70-79; D = 60- 69; F = 59 and below; W = Withdrew; WF = Withdrew Failing
Final Course Grade Explanation
There will be five lecture examinations, graded weekly laboratory exercises. To determine your overall numerical average, do the following calculations. LECTURE AVERAGE 1. Add all of your exam grades. 2. Determine the average by dividing the resulting sum by the number of exam grades used to get this sum. This is your lecture average grade. LAB AVERAGE 1. Add the grades received on each of the lab exercises. Determine the average by dividing by the total number of exercises. This is your laboratory grade. OVERALL FINAL AVERAGE GRADE 1. Multiply the LECTURE AVERAGE by 0.60. (60%) 2. Multiply the LAB AVERAGE by 0.40. (40%) 3. Add (1) and (2) to get your OVERALL FINAL AVERAGE. Up to 10 points can be added to the overall final average based on the grade received for an appropriate activity such as a term paper. Term Papers : Term papers must be of appropriate length (typically more than 12-15 pages of text, standard print size and spacing) and at the college level. Topics must be approved by the instructor. Sources of material for the paper must be current (within 10 years) and may not include more than one encyclopedic work of any form. Citations must be included. Submission can be in electronic or print form but must be received before the term ends.
Grade Appeals If a student feels that he/she has grounds for challenging a grade, the appeal must take place within one calendar year of grade issuance. A grade cannot be contested after a year has passed
Model or Unit
Description of Assignments Estimated Time (Hours)
Points/ percent
Due Date
Unit One Text Chapters 18-20 6- See Final Course
Week 1-