Cell Biology
BL 202-02: Syllabus Montreat College - Fall 2003
Instructor: Mark T. Lassiter,
Ph.D. Montreat College Office: Morgan Science Building, Room 203
Fall 2003Office Hours:.MWF 10 a.m. - 12 noon, Monday 2-4 p.m.
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. [Class time: MWF - 3 hr/week & Laboratory - 3hr/week: Credit 4 hr]
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.
Completion of Class Outcomes. All assignments and evaluation tools are to be completed and submitted on time.
EVALUATION
GRADING PROCEDURES [Project (only required for students pursing an “A” level grade) 10%]
Tests and Exam (5 each 15%) 75%
Laboratory Write-up / Participation / Preparation 20%
Homework problems: 5%
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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