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Lecture Instructor: Mark Lassiter, PhD Phone:669-8012 x3303 (Office) 669-1833 (Home) |
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Biology 401-01 Molecular, Mendelian and
Population Genetics - Spring 2004
3 Semester Hours Credit
Office Hours: Monday-10-11; Tuesday-1-2, 4-5; Wednesday-9-11;
Friday-9-11,1-2
Class Meetings:
MWF 11-12 noon
Morgan Hall, Room 104
Texts: Principles of Genetics
R. H. Tamarin
Text Course Resources (see text inserts):
Online Learning Center
BioCourse.com
Genetics CD-ROM...from Genes to Genomes Ann Reynolds
Reference Texts: (Suggested references, not
required.)
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life, Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart
Biology: Through the Eyes of Faith, R. T. Wright
Student Study Guide in Genetics (7th ed.) R.H. Tamarin
Teaching Science in a Climate of Controversy:
D. Price,J.L. Wiester,R. Walter
A View from the American Scientific Affiliation.
Peas and Drosophila Computer Software Mark Browning
Gene Game Software William Sofer
Course Organization and Assistance: http://cesc.montreat.edu/Mark
(then link to Genetics)
Goals of Biology 401:
1. To enhance learning through various styles
of instruction and student-student assistance while fostering an atmosphere
of Christ-centered support and encouragement. *Ed Obj- 1, 6, 7.
2. To encourage the development of critical thinking in the assimilation
of concepts and specific information. *Ed Obj- 1.3, 1.5, 1.7, 3,
5, 7.
3. To develop foundational concepts and principles applicable to Environmental
Studies and in preparation for professional training. *Ed Obj-3, 5.
4. To develop skills in literature research (including internet search),
and communication skills, utilizing an understanding of scientific inquiry
and making application to related course topics. *Ed Obj-2, 3, 4, 5, 7.
5. Self actualized review and preparation, supported and encouraged by small
study groups and participatory learning/instruction. *Ed Obj-2, 3, 5, 6.
6. Proficient statistical application through self-designed computer manipulation.
*Ed Obj-2, 3, 4, 5.
7. Integration of each component of the course in the application of genetics
to ecology. *Ed Obj-3, 5.
*Educational Objectives, found in the Montreat College's Statement of Purpose
- http://www.montreat.edu
Course Components:
1. Classroom and Evening Meetings. Lectures / Discussion will utilize
primarily the Tamarin text and build upon Molecular and Mendelian genetics
covered in the Introductory Biology course. Chapters are to be read before
the lectures that cover this material. Two evening meetings will be held
to discuss Genetics topics and enable discussions to assist in position
papers development.
2. Review. Students are to review related introductory material from
the general biology first year course before the lecture dealing with this
material. Students are encouraged to work in groups to assist their reveiw.
3. Tests. The course is divided into three units. There will be two
tests given per unit and completed outside of class to provide the student
with a more flexible time structure. Unannounced quizzes will be given and
the unit quiz average may make up as much as 10% of the second unit test.
4. Workbook. Each student will organize and compile a Workbook (three
ring binder organized by chapters and extra assignments) in which all the
assignements are compiled and turned in on the day (by 4:00 p.m.) following
the completion of a chapter with assignments. Organization of this workbook
will be included in its grading. While the student may work with others,
the final work for these assignments is independent work.
5. Web Topic Posting. Due January 30th, each student is to
prepare a web site that includes a Title, Abstract, Introduction, Issues
Summary, and Sources Sited sections. The student is to develop a web site
that presents a research topic related to the course. At least twelve sources
must be clearly presented in a hyperlinked “Sources Sited” section
and effectively linked within the web site. The site is basically a review
of materials for a position paper. These will be compiled on the course
web site and will enable preparation for class discussions and position
papers. These are to be submitted on a disc.
6. Position Paper. During the evening meetings, various topics selected
from the web postings will be discussed. Following these discussions, each
student will write an independent position paper. The topic is developed
in an introduction, various works and data is discussed in a comparative
review section, and the basic issue is summarized in the following section.
The last section develops the student’s position and defends this position.
The paper must include a developed position of both conflicting views and
must evaluate a Christian position. Due - Feb. 23rd.
Special service available to you: 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.
7. 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.
8. Resource Room. The Resource room on the second floor will be available
to the class. The class may additionally arrange for a tutorial period when
needed.
Grading Procedures:
Tests (6) 80%
Web Site Posting 5%
Position Paper 5%
AssignmentWorkbook - Organization and Content 10%
Grading Scale: A=100-92, A- = 91-90,
B+=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.
Student Expectations:
Talking or distracting others in class will
not be tolerated. If this occurs, you will be asked to leave class and be
credited with an absence. Cheating is not tolerated and if caught you will
fail that assignment and then upon a second event, you will automatically
fail the class. There are no second chances. Academic honor is expected!
All use of tobacco is prohibited in Morgan Science Center. Please refrain
from eating in the classroom.
Attendance Policy:
Registration in a course obligates the student
to regular and punctual attendance. Absences will be counted from the first
week of classes. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain, from
other students, notes or materials that you miss. This is to be done immediately
after an absence. If a test is not completed or an assignment is not turned
in on a due date, even if the student is absent on this date, the grade
is recorded as a" zero" unless the professor is notified on
that day of any conflict.
•Students on academic probation shall have no more than three absences
(excused or unexcused) in any course. Absences in excess of 3 will result
in a grade of "F" for that course.
•If not on AP, you will be allowed 6 total absences, excused or unexcused.
On reaching the sixth absence, your grade will be dropped 1 full letter
grade for each additional absence. Coming in late to class 3 times will
constitute 1 unexcused absence. Should you come in late to class, it is
your responsibility to inform the instructor that period. Your attendance
in class reflects, to some degree, your desire to do well in the course.
Note from the Instructor:
I excitedly engage in this task. I value the
opportunity to work with each of you and I equally appreciate your trust
in my desire and attempt to make this a valuable course. I recognize the
investment that we both make towards these ends and ask that we both humbly
seek out God's leading for the best that we can do to make this a great
semester. Each of you make-up a unique part of this community and you have
continued to impress me with your commitment to you faith and the living
out of this among each other. I do look forward to getting to know each
of you better this semester.
I have an open-door policy. Please feel free to come speak with me. I invite
your interest in directing/altering this course. I will be glad to take
any suggestions or concerns you might have and I will try to express to
you my concerns about the decisions made in the development of this course.
Your concern may lead us both to a unique instruction of the material. I
will want to challenge you (even push you sometimes) and I invite you to
speak with me if I can help. I will often direct you back to seeking assistance
from each other and I will want to develop your self-help skills, but I
do encourage you to seek out my help. Again thanks for this opportunity
and I look forward to a great semester.
• May you know the genuine, reassuring touch of our Savior and be aware
of the gentle encouragement to continue our growth and service in our Lord.
-Mark
Note: A week may be replaced by two evening meetings.
| Week of: | Topic |
Text (chapters) Assignment |
Molecular Genetics | Jan. 12 | Genetics and the Scientific Method Chemistry of the Gene |
Chapter 1 Chapter 9 |
| Jan. 19 | Gene Expression: Transcription | Chapter 10 |
| Jan. 26 | Gene Expression: Translation (*Test #1:9-11) | Chapter 11 (Web Posting due: Fri.1/30) |
| Feb. 2 | The Eukaryotic Chromosome | Chapter 14 |
| Feb. 9 | Gene Expression: Control in Eukaryotes (Including: Lac Operon) DNA: Its Mutation, Repair and Recombination |
Chapter 15 (Chapter 13) Chapter 16 |
| Feb. 16 | DNA Cloning and Sequencing (*Test #2:1,9-16) | Chapter 12 |
Mendelian Genetics | Feb. 23 | Mendel's Principles | Chapter 2 (Paper due Mon. 2/23) |
| March 1 | Mitosis and Meiosis Probability and Statistics |
Chapter 3 Chapter 4 |
| March 8 | Spring Break -Have a great break!! | |
| March 15 | Sex Determination, Sex Linkage, & Pedigree Analysis (*Test #3:2-5) Linkage and Mapping in Eukaryotes |
Chapter 5 Chapter 6 |
| March 22 | Linkage and Mapping Prokaryotes and Viruses | Chapter 7 |
| March 29 | Cytogenetics (*Test #4: 6-8) | Chapter 8 |
Population Genetics | April 5 (MW) | Quantitative and Evolutionary Genetics | Chapter 18 |
| April 9-12 | Easter Break- Be refreshed with the message of God's Grace! |
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| April 12 (TWF) | Population Genetics: The Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium & Mating Systems |
Chapter 19 (Do not forget class on 4/13) |
| April 19 | Application of Quantitative and Population Genetics (*Test #5: 18,19) |
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| April 26 | Population Genetics: Processes that Change Allelic Frequencies |
Chapter 20 |
| May 3 | Genetics of the Evolutionary Process | Chapter 21 |
Final Exam (last test,#6: 18-21): Saturday, May 8th @ 1:30-3:00 a.m.
*Take home tests are given out the day after the week's material (indicated above) and turned in at the 2nd following class.
