Cell Biology BL 202-03: Syllabus Montreat College - Fall 2004

Instructor: Mark T. Lassiter, Ph.D. Montreat College

Office: Morgan Science Building, Room 203 Fall 2004

Office Hours:.Monday - 11, 4; Tuesday - 2,3; Wednesday - 9,2,3; Thursday - 2

Phone: 828.669.8012.3303 (Office)

FAX: 828.669.9554

E-mail: mlassiter@montreat.edu

Web Site: http://cesc.montreat.edu Course Web Site: http://cesc.montreat.edu/Mark

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 to gather data and be presented in reports. (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.

Course Activity Outline:

Week of:	Lecture Topics	Ch-Text	Laboratory-Mon. 1-4 p.m.
23-Aug	Intro. / Preview of the Cell	1	no laboratory
30-Aug	The Chemistry of the Cell	2	Safety / Techniques/Sample Prep
Saturday, September 4th: Mount Mitchell Field Trip
6-Sep	The Macromolecules of the Cell	3	Field Collection / Sample Prep
13-Sep	Cells and Organelles/TEST#1(17-Sept)	4	Microscopes/Single Cell Org
20-Sep	Bioenergetics: The Flow of Energy	5	Protein / Enz.Act Assays
27-Sep	Enzs.: The Catalysts of Life/Test #2(1-Oct)	6	Calculations-Report Prep#1
4-Oct	Membranes: Strt, Function, and Chem	7	Enzyme Activity
11-Oct (notFri)	Transport Across Membranes	8	Enzyme Activity
Have a great Fall Break
18-Oct	Signal Transd. Mech.-Sig.inNerveCells	9	Enzyme Activity-Math.Analysis
25-Oct	Signal Transd. Mech.-MessReceptors	10	EA Data - Report Prep#2
1-Nov	Test#3(1-Nov) Beyond the Cell: Extracell. Str.	11	ELISA
8-Nov	Intracellular Compartments/ Test #4 (12-Nov)	12	Electrophoresis
15-Nov	Chemotrophic Energy Metabolism	13	Electrophoresis
22-Nov(onlyMon)	CEM-Aerobic Respiriation	14	Thanksgiving Break-no Lab
Have a great Thanksgiving
29-Nov(Tu/W/F)	CEM-Aerobic Respiriation	14	Metabolism/Photosynethsis
6-Dec	Phototropic Energy Metabolism	15	Project Development/Eval
13-Dec	Exam (Tues., Dec. 14th) 10:30-12:30 p.m.
*Remember that Homework problems are due at the beginning of the class

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. When academic dishonesty occurs, these procedures will be followed:

B. Discipline of Academic Dishonesty

When a professor suspects a student of academic dishonesty, the professor will meet with the student(s) to discuss the incident and to determine to the faculty member’s satisfaction whether or not academic dishonesty has occurred. If, in the instructor’s judgment, such a violation of academic integrity has occurred, the faculty member will present the charges in writing to the student. The only possible disciplinarian actions are, (1) a “zero” for the assignment, or (2) an “F” for the course. A student may choose to admit his or her 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. The record(s) regarding academic dishonesty will be retained until the student successfully graduates. A student who does not agree to the professor’s charges must appear before a panel of three faculty members appointed by the Assistant Academic Dean or designee on charges of academic dishonesty. During the intervening period, a student is expected to 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. A student may choose to counter with evidence of her or his innocence or may admit guilt.

C. Punishment of Academic Dishonesty

If the panel indicates, by simple majority vote, that the student has been dishonest, the panel shall uphold the penalty assessed by the professor. The Assistant Academic Dean or designee will notify the student, professor, advisor, and Registrar in writing of the panel’s decision. If the student received a failing grade for the course the student may remove the impact of the "F" on the grade point average by successfully retaking the course. Two incidents of academic dishonesty will result in a student’s being subject to dismissal from the college. The student will not be eligible to reapply to Montreat College for at least two (2) years after dismissal. If the panel finds the student not guilty of academic dishonesty, it will notify both the student and the faculty member.

If a student receives a zero for the assignment and wishes to drop the course within the time frame for dropping without penalty, he or she may do so, but the Academic Dishonesty Notice will be kept on file if the student has admitted or been found guilty of academic dishonesty. If the student has been given a zero for the assignment due to academic dishonesty and wishes to drop the course, but the time has passed for dropping without penalty, the student will have “WF” recorded on the transcript. A student receiving an “F” for the course as a result of academic dishonesty is not permitted to withdraw from the course; rather, the “F” is recorded on the transcript. In all instances, the record(s) regarding academic dishonesty will be retained until the student graduates.

D. Exoneration of Academic Dishonesty

If exonerating evidence becomes available in the five business days following notification, a student may appeal to the Vice President and Dean of Academics. Appeals will be heard only if they meet one of the following conditions: (a) Discovery of new evidence; (b) Violation of procedure. A student must remain in the class and work toward its successful completion during the appeal process. The student will be notified in writing of the final decision. Adopted 5/15/03