Cell Biology BL 202-02: Syllabus
Instructor: Mark T. Lassiter, Ph.D. Montreat College
Office: Morgan Science Building, Room 203 Fall 2002
Office Hours:.Mon: 10-11,2-4; Tues :4-5; Wed: 10-11; Thurs: 8:30-9:30, 1-2; Fri: 10-11
Phone: 828.669.8012.3303 (Office)
FAX: 828.669.9554
E-mail: mlassiter@montreat.edu
Web Site: http://cesc.montreat.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Structure and physiology of cells with an emphasis on the homeostasis of molecular processes and how cellular functions are integrated in multicellular organisms. Prerequisites: Biology 101 and 102 or permission of professor.

TEXTS
The World of the Cell, 5th Ed., Becker, Wayne M.; Kleinsmith, Lewis J.; Hardin, Jeff. Bengamin Cummings, New York, 2003.

RESOURCES
The Cell Place CD and Web resources (packaged with text)

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• The student should be able to build upon basic Biology 101 / 102 principles to understand foundational cellular processes.(EO 3,5)
  
• The student will be able to integrate basic chemistry and structure of the cell with physiological function. (EO 3,5)
  
• The student will be exposed and become proficient at contemporary qualitative and quantitative skills of laboratory exploration applicable to cell biology. (EO 3,5)
  
• The student will be challenged to explore how science investigation occurs and encouraged to reflect on how this challenges faith and biblical worldview development. (EO 1,3,7)
  
• The student will be required to use contemporary laboratory and informational / instructional technologies. (EO 4,5)
  
• The student will be required to engage in classroom interchange and proficient communication to explain physiological concepts and illustrate related critical thinking. Further written communication and group skills will be expressed in testing and laboratory exercises. (EO 2, 3, 5, 6, 7)
  
• A student wishing to receive an “A” grade will be required to complete a project through the assistance of the professor. The student with this recognized initiative will be required to develop a project, organize their goals, develop a time line of tasks, anticipate project dynamics, and determine the utilization of the project within the class. (EO 2,3,4,5,6,7)

*Educational Objectives from the Academics section of Montreat College's web site: http://www.montreat.edu

COURSE COMPONENTS
Classroom Meetings. Lectures / Discussion will utilize primarily the course text / CD-ROM and build upon cellular principles covered in the Introductory Biology courses. Chapters are to be read before the lectures that cover that material.
Laboratory. Laboratory periods will focus on technical skills of cell biology and utilize these to illustrate means to investigate various topics of the course.
Review. Students are to review related introductory material from the general biology first year course before the lecture dealing with this material. Previous material is to be reviewed before class. Students are encouraged to work in groups to assist their review.
Tests. The course is divided into five units with a test on each. The exam only covers the last unit. Unannounced quizzes may be given.
Writing Assistance. All students are encouraged to take advantage of the resources available in the Writing Center, located adjacent to the Bell Library computer lab. See http://www.montreat.edu/writing for more information.
Web and CD-ROM Resources. Your text purchase is packaged with resources (both web access and enclosed CD-ROM) that will be helpful to the student’s preparation and assistance. Do not forget the wide array of resources in our library and what you have access to on-line from the Montreat College web.
Resource Room. The Resource room on the second floor will be available to the class. Computer and other literature resources are available in this room.
A-Project. If the student would like to purse the work required for an “A” in the class, an independent project is required. Otherwise, the highest grade received in the class is a “B”. The project is for the student that seeks to bring their grade to the level of excellence. The project is designed around the student’s interests and is linked with the course materials. The student with this recognized initiative will be required to develop a project, organize their goals, develop a time line of tasks, anticipate project dynamics, and determine the utilization of the project within the class.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Attendance. Each class is important. You will need to notify me prior to missing a class. Upon missing class, you are required to check with two / three other students to gather all assignments and materials covered. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MATERIAL COVERED IN CLASS DURING YOUR ABSENCE. Being late 3 times equals one absence. Students who miss more than six classes will receive an “F” for the course.

Class Participation. Students are expected to be prepared for and participate in discussions and class activities. Assigned readings must be read prior to class.

EVALUATION

GRADING PROCEDURES

[Project (only required for students pursing an “A” level grade) 10%]
Tests (4 each 15%) 60%
Exam 20%
Laboratory Write-up / Participation / Preparation 20%

Grading Scale: • Project and a grade compilation of: A=100-92, A- = 91-90,
• Grade compilation without project:B+=above 89-88, B=87-82, B-=81-80,
C+=79-78, C=77-72,C-=71-70,
D+=69-68,D=67-62, D-=61-60, F= below 60.


The instructor reserves the right to adjust final grades based on attendance, attitude, behavior and/or special projects. Unannounced quizzes will be given and incorporated into the second unit test. Material for quizzes and exams will come directly from the lectures and reading assignments. You are responsible for material discussed in class.

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Montreat College Academic Integrity Policy a. Definition of Academic Dishonesty Academic Dishonesty, such as cheating on tests and plagiarizing essays, violates the fundamental trust underlying all academic work: that the work be the product of the student who submitted it. Montreat College defines Academic Dishonesty as the representation of another’s words, ideas, or images as one’s own. It applies equally to intentional and unintentional quotations, paraphrases, visual images, auditory images, and all electronic means of storage and communication. Academic Dishonesty results in these disciplines and punishments. b. Discipline of Academic Dishonesty When professors suspect students of academic dishonesty, they will confront the students with their charges in writing. The only possible disciplinarian actions are, (1) a “zero” for the assignment, or (2) an “F” for the course. Students may choose to admit their guilt of Academic Dishonesty and waive a hearing. This involves signing the Academic Dishonesty Notice outlining the disciplinary action. The Academic Dishonesty Notice will then be put on file in the registrar’s office. Students who do not agree to the professor’s charges must appear before a panel of faculty members appointed by the Vice President and Dean of Academics on charges of academic dishonesty. During the intervening period, students must continue to attend class. The panel will convene a hearing with the student and the professor at which the faculty member will explain the student’s alleged violation. Students may choose to counter with evidence of their innocence or may admit their guilt. c. Punishment of Academic Dishonesty If the panel indicates, by simple majority vote, that the student has been dishonest, the panel must fail the student for the entire course. The registrar will notify the student in writing that a failing grade, with a notation that it was received for academic dishonesty, has been entered into the student’s record, even if the infraction occurs before the semester’s official withdrawal date. Students may remove the “F” itself, and enjoy a recalculation of their grade point average by successfully retaking the course, but the dishonesty notation will remain until students apply to the Vice President and Dean of Academics to have it removed following their graduation. Two incidents of academic dishonesty will result in a student’s suspension from the College. The student will not be eligible to reapply to Montreat College for at least two years after suspension. If the panel finds the student not guilty of academic dishonesty, it will notify both the student and faculty member; the case will be dropped. d. Exoneration of Academic Dishonesty If exonerating evidence becomes available in the five business days following the registrar’s notification, students may appeal to the Academic Affairs committee. Students must remain in the class and work toward its successful completion during the appeal process.

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Cell Biology, Fall 2002 Lassiter