Biological Sciences 1 Laboratory – BSC 2010L Section 83899 Distance Learning Course - Summer 2016 (1 credit hour) SYLLABUS

Instructor: John Bacheller Telephone #: (813) 253-7256 E-mail: [email protected] Skype: "bacheller.office"

Office Hours: Room DSCI 211 - (in-person, office telephone, email, course mail/message, Skype) In-Person and Telephone by Appointment Only

Virtual Office Hours: (email, course mail/message, Skype) TBA

Additional Office Hours Available By Appointment – Check with instructor

It is expected that students will complete all on-line assignments PRIOR to the scheduled due dates (see last page of syllabus) – this includes ALL required reading and video assignments. Students who encounter content difficulties should contact the instructor for assistance, preferably before the due date. Students are strongly encouraged to have a backup plan in case of failure of their primary computer. Connectivity is the sole responsibility of the student.

Prerequisites College-level reading, writing, and math skills are required

Corequisites BSC 2010 – Biological Sciences 1 – is a co-requisite to this course

Course Description A special fee will be charged for this course. Textbook and Additional Required Resources This course is linked with BSC 2010 Section 83895 and shares a single (combination) access code for the required digital content for both courses (Students buy only one access code for both courses). - Biology, 10th edition, 2013. Mason, Losos, and Singer. McGraw-Hill Higher Education. - LearnSmart Labs Biology, McGraw-Hill Higher Education.

The combination ISBN: 9781259611094 (REQUIRED)

Students can purchase the combined access code for both lecture and lab courses: 1) Directly from the publisher during the product registration process (instructions will be emailed to you in an “Instructor Welcome Message”). This requires the use of a credit card but will save you approximately $100 over the campus bookstore pricing of the products when purchased as separate access codes. 2) From the Dale Mabry Campus Bookstore. If you choose this option be sure the access code that you purchase is for your specific course section numbers and has the specific ISBN listed above. If you get the wrong code and open it you are not likely to get a refund. A 14 day free trial period may be requested during the registration process.

Attendance This is a distance learning course with no requirements for student attendance on campus.

Instructional Methods Biological concepts and laboratory techniques will be conveyed to students by assigned laboratory exercise readings, traditional classroom lectures, Socratic discussion, instructor demonstration, and individual assistance. Understanding of biological concepts, processes, and techniques, as well as connections between concepts will be emphasized over rote memorization of course material. Assessment will consist of in-class quizzes, course participation, and online assignments. Students will be provided multiple opportunities to earn extra credit points.

Recording and/or Posting of Lecture Materials Students shall not, without express authorization by the instructor, make or receive any recording, including but not limited to audio and video recordings, of any class, co-curricular meeting, organizational meeting, or meeting with the instructor. In addition, students do not have the instructor’s permission to post class lectures/course materials on the web. SmarThinking SmarThinking is a 24/7 online tutoring service to students at Hillsborough Community College providing online tutoring and increased access to quality learning tools. Students at the College only have a limited amount of time afforded to them through this service, so please use it judiciously. You will use your HawkNet user id and password to access the tutoring.

Grading Policy Final grades will be based on a series of online assignments and quizzes. Final grades will be calculated using the following weighted categories:

Quizzes = 40% Exit Exam = 20% Online Assignments = 40% 100% of final grade

Scores for all Connect based assignments (LearnSmart Labs and Lab Quizzes) are visible in Connect after the assignment is completed. Scores for all Connect based assignments will be recorded in the Canvas gradebook within 48 hours after the due date passes. The Exit Exam scores are reported when completed. Students receive feedback during LearnSmart assignments and the Connect reporting system allows students to track their learning progress by Lab or by individual Lab Learning Outcome. Quizzes will provide students with a score when the assignment is submitted. Students will be allowed to review their answers, see the correct answer, and receive feedback one hour after the scheduled due date and time.

Grading Scale A 100 - 90% B 89 - 80% C 79 - 70% D 69 - 60% F 59 - 00%

Testing Policy Each quiz will assess LearnSmart Lab and/or other content assigned for the lab assignment as indicated in the appropriate lab folder. The “Laboratory Online Assignment Schedule”, located at the end of syllabus, lists the content areas covered on each quiz.

Student Tracking of Learning Progress Students are provided with multiple opportunities to track their learning progress. Connect has a robust reporting system that analyzes student performance data from LearnSmart Lab assignments and Quizzes. Missed Assignment and Make-Up Policy With the exception of the pre-course survey and the Exit Exam, there is an eleven day window in which the student has the opportunity to submit graded online assignments. Therefore, students cannot make up missed assignments unless they can provide documentation attesting to sickness or other extenuating circumstances beyond their personal responsibility that have caused them to miss the posted deadlines. The instructor is the sole determinant of the validity of any student make up request. The eleven day submission window represents a ten day assignment availability period with an extra day added to cover for computer, Connect, and MyHCC issues that may occur during the first ten days of availability. Connectivity, other computer type issues, personal issues, or any other issues that occur within the final (11th) day of online assignment availability are not valid reasons for a “reset” or deadline extension. Students who wait until the final (11th) day to submit assignments risk a grade of zero points for said assignments should they encounter difficulties in submitting them.

Academic Honesty Students are expected to demonstrate high ethical standards of conduct. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive a grade of zero points for the assignment and possibly a grade of F for the course and/or referral to the Dean for formal disciplinary procedures. As defined in Webster’s New World Dictionary: Cheating – the act of deceiving or swindling; deception; fraud; to deal with dishonestly for one’s own gain. This includes use of the internet or other resources to answer question on tests and exams. Plagiarism – to take ideas, writings, etc. from another and pass them off as your own. It is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with the policies of the college regarding academic integrity and to avoid violating these policies (Please review: HCC Code of Student Conduct).

Have a Backup Plan Students should have a backup plan for computer failures. Computers are available for use on campus and at public libraries. Most students have friends or relatives with computers that can be used in an emergency. Students should not wait until the last possible moment to complete online assignments.

Right to Change Syllabus If necessary, some components of this syllabus may change. However, any such changes will be announced to the students in class. The student is responsible for any and all such announced changes. Accessing MyHCC Students may access MyHCC by clicking on the “MyHCC” link at the top of the HCC Homepage or go directly to MyHCC.

Students can access their MyHCC online courses by clicking on the “Blackboard Courses” tab.

Course content on MyHCC Links to LearnSmart Lab assignments Links to other assignments – Skill Sets; Tools and Techniques Links to additional content (animations, movies, tutorials) Course gradebook Discussion groups Email/message link to instructor

Technical Support Students who require technical assistance with MyHCC, the Learning Management System used at HCC must contact the HCC Help Desk at 1-877- 736-2575 (Monday through Sunday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) or go to HCC Live. Include your full name, the course you are enrolled in and a detailed description of the problem you encountered. Students who require technical assistance with LearnSmart Labs must contact the McGraw-Hill Customer Experience Group Support Center. Include your full name, the course you are enrolled in and a detailed description of the problem you encountered. Be sure to get a case number for your issue. Students who have questions about the course assignments or other questions regarding the course content should contact the instructor.

Web Browser Notification: Students are advised to turn off their browser “Pop-Up Blocker” while working on online assignments. Device Compatibility The Connect (Connect Plus) based content of this course is compatible with PC and Mac computers that meet specific system requirements. Tablet, iPad, and other mobile devices are not currently compatible with all Connect content.

Required Technical Skills Students who register for a fully-online or hybrid course need to have regular/daily access to a computer. Online students need to be proficient in basic word processing skills, internet searching, sending email communication, and following digital prompts to complete tasks. This course utilizes Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader. Students must have access to Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe PDF Reader. Students will also need to have Flash Player and Windows Media Player in order to view the animated and video content in this course.

Disability Statement Any student whose disabilities fall within American Disabilities Act (ADA) must inform the instructor at the beginning of the term of any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course. To arrange for special accommodations for individuals with disabilities contact the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities. The office is located in the Student Services Building Room 102 or call 813-259-6035.

Accessibility Statement The instructor has endeavored to insure course accessible for all students. Students are advised to consult the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities, the Canvas Accessibility Resources page, the McGraw-Hill Education Connect Accessibility page, and the Microsoft Accessibility page for alternative means of access to course information and content..

Privacy Statement Students using online formats for study at HCC do so in a respectful, protected environment. However, this learning environment may at times be viewed by faculty (both current and those learning to become online facilitators), Distance Learning staff, and other experts, who are working with us to maintain the highest quality online courses. Please understand that this is not a secure, private environment. Students are advised to review the Canvas Privacy Statement and the McGraw- Hill Customer Privacy Policy. Student Behavior It is expected that students will: - avoid disruptive behavior in the online environment of the course; - avoid disrespectful or harassing behavior towards the instructor or other students; - avoid violations of the HCC Computer Use Policy; - avoid any other violations of the HCC Code of Student Conduct

McGraw-Hill Connect Registration This course uses a single access code for both the lecture and lab courses. (Students purchase one access code that is good for both the lecture and lab). ConnectPlus assignments will be accessed from within the MyHCC section for each course. Students will register for the ConnectPlus content the first time they open a ConnectPlus based assignment from within the lecture section on MyHCC. ConnectPlus registration instructions located in the Start Here folder. Access codes can be purchased at the Dale Mabry HCC bookstore or can be purchased with a credit card from McGraw-Hill during the registration process. A 14 day free trial period may be requested during the registration process.

Graded Assignments on Connect: LearnSmart Labs – Not timed Quizzes – Timed assignments that must be completed in one session. Timer does not stop once a test is opened.

Connect assignments must be accessed from the links located within the MyHCC course section. Students should not work on these graded assignments directly from the Connect web site as this may result in assignment grades not being transferred to the course grade book.

Important Dates First Day of Classes May 16 Last Day to Drop/Add May 19 Last Day to Withdraw June 09 Memorial Day Holiday May 30 Holiday – No Classes Last Day of Classes June 24 Paying Back Money Students who have received financial aid this semester should not drop or withdrawal from this class without first talking with someone in the financial aid department. Dropping or withdrawing may require you to repay the financial aid you received for this class, including all federal and state aid, both grants and loans. This is especially true for Bright Futures and Pell Grant recipients.

General Education Outcomes Successful completion of this course should help the student meet the following HCC general education core outcomes:

1) ability to think critically 2) ability to express themselves clearly in oral and written communication 3) ability to express themselves in quantitative terms 4) appreciation of the scientific method of inquiry and the historical and contemporary impact of science on daily life 5) ability to use technology to access, retrieve, process, and communicate information

Course Intended Outcomes At the end of this course the student will be able to:

1) Use a compound microscope with proficiency. 2) Examine and accurately describe various biological specimens. 3) Describe the scientific method and apply it to hypothesis testing. 4) Perform biochemical analysis of basic organic classes of substances. 5) Discuss principles of diffusion and osmosis. 6) Describe concepts relating to enzyme activity. 7) Monitor metabolic rate in both plants and animals, understanding factors that adjust those rates. 8) Identify and describe stages of cell division. 9) Critically analyze unpredictable outcomes when they present in the laboratory. 10) Perform laboratory activities that reinforce basic genetics concepts taught in BSC 2010. Laboratory Online Assignment Schedule

Assignments open at 12:01 AM on the open date listed. All assignments are due no later than 11:00 PM on the listed due date.

Open Date Assignment Due Date 05/16 Quiz 01:Pre-course Survey* 05/23 (Graded for completion only)

05/16 Lab 01: Lab Safety 05/26 Skill Set A: Writing Lab Reports 05/26 Lab 02: Scientific Method 05/26 Tools and Techniques A: Restriction Enzymes 05/26 Lab 03: pH and Cells 05/26 Quiz 02 (Lab 01-03, Skill Set A, Tools and Tech A) 05/26

05/23 Lab 04: Chemical Composition of Cells 06/02 Tools and Techniques B: Constructing Plasmid Vectors 06/02 Lab 05: Microscopy Biology 06/02 Tools and Techniques C: Gel Electrophoresis 06/02 Lab 06: Cell Anatomy 06/02 Quiz 03 (Lab 04-06, Tools and Tech B and C) 06/02

05/30 Skill Set B: Graphing Data 06/09 Lab 07: Metric Measurement 06/09

Skill Set C: Reading Scientific Papers – Part 1 06/09 Lab 08: Diffusion 06/09 Quiz 04 (Lab 07-08, Skill Set B and C) 06/09 Skill Set D: Reading Scientific Papers – Part 2 06/09

Lab 09: Osmosis 06/09 Tools and Techniques D: Cloning a Gene 06/09

Lab 10: Enzyme Activity 06/09 Quiz 05 (Lab 09-10, Skill Set D, Tools and Tech D) 06/09

06/06 Tools and Techniques E: DNA Sequencing 06/16 Lab 11: Cellular Respiration 06/16 Tools and Techniques F: DNA Fingerprinting 06/16 Lab 12: Photosynthesis 06/16 Quiz 06 (Lab 11-12, Tools and Tech E and F) 06/16 Tools and Techniques G: PCR 06/16 Lab 13: DNA Biology and Technology 06/16

06/13 Tools and Techniques H: Microarrays 06/23 Lab 14: Mitosis and Meiosis 06/23 Quiz 07 (Lab 13-14, Tools and Tech G and H) 06/23 Lab 15: Mendelian Genetics 06/23 Tools and Techniques I: Bacterial Transformation 06/23 Lab 16: Human Genetics 06/23 Quiz 08 (Lab 15-16, Tools and Tech I) 06/23

06/23 Exit Exam (All content) 06/23

* Quiz 01:Pre-course Survey is an instructor survey intended to measure student knowledge prior to beginning the course and is graded for completion only.