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General Zoology Fall 2015 Biol 1413 Crn # 76310 Department: Life Sciences (Biology) General Zoology Fall 2015 Biol 1413 Crn # 76310 Instructor: Smita Savant, PhD. Email address: [email protected] Office location / hours: Stafford Campus, Rm. S113 Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, By prior appointment. Course location and Stafford Campus times: Tuesday: 8:00 am.- 11:00 am; Room W125 Thursday: 8:00 am.- 11:00 am; Room S102 Course semester credit 4 Semester Credit hours hours: Course contact hours: 96 total hours; 48 hrs. lecture, 48 hrs. laboratory Course length: 16 weeks Instruction type: In-person, Lecture and Lab; Web-enhanced Course Description: The course introduces the students to the amazing world of animals with aide of a well-illustrated full-color book, ZOOLOGY by Miller and Harley. The course begins with basics of cellular morphology and function, the genetic basis of evolution, and the evolutionary and ecological principles that unify all life forms. Discussions then focus on the classification of animals in a broader perspective separating them as invertebrates and vertebrates. The course also covers the basics of animal form and function along with animal evolution and ecology. The lecture concepts are very well correlated to the laboratory exercises to make the course palatable. Course Prerequisites: One year of high school biology/high school chemistry recommended. Course Goals: To help the student in becoming a scientifically aware individual, and to prepare the student for advanced course work in biology. Course Expectations: You are spending a good deal of time, energy and money on this course – please, make the most of your investment! It takes approximately 2-3 hours of study time for each hour of class time to master the material. This class will have over 96 contact hours (4 hrs. credit). The class and study time necessary to succeed in this class will be close to 300 hours (20 hours per week)! Course Objectives: 1. To establish an understanding of the major historical events in biology and their impact on science. 2. To describe basic cell structure, biochemistry, metabolism, nutrition, reproduction, and genetics. 3. To demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of cellular inheritance. 4. To demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of molecular genetic technology. 5. To demonstrate skill in basic laboratory methodology, such as microscopy, and the careful analysis of laboratory data and results. Program Student 1) To recognize, identify, and describe the basic structures and Learning Outcomes: functions associated with most life forms. (PSLO) 2) To develop basic laboratory techniques appropriate to the field of Biology. 3) To develop study skills and habits appropriate for pre- professional students interested in health-related fields. Student Learning The following Student Learning Outcomes with their associated Outcomes: (SLO) assessment criteria are not meant to be all-inclusive, and are meant to be used along with all other course learning outcomes and assessment devices, listed under Course Objectives, in the determination of the student's final course grade. Completion of the specific Student Learning Outcomes listed below, at any assessment grading level, does NOT and will NOT guarantee the student that final course grade at the end of the semester! 1) The student will be able to recognize the basic structure and describe the function of eukaryotic animal cellular organelles, cells, organs, and organ systems.(PSLO#1) 2) The student will be able to describe mitotic and meiotic cell division and inheritance patterns in animals. (PSLO#1) 3) The student will be able to explain Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection both in terms of anatomical change and by changes in gene frequencies between and among animal groups. (PSLO#1) 4) The student will be able to explain animal classification schemes and associated taxonomic group diagnostic characteristics. (PSLO#1) 5) The student will be able to devise an experiment containing the correct experimental test points along with correct positive and negative controls. (PSLO#2) 6) The student will develop the habit of reliable attendance by being absent from class no more than four times per semester, and will demonstrate punctuality in the submission of class assignments on their due date. (PSLO#3) General Course Calendar LECTURE & LABORATORY SCHEDULE WEEK CHAPTERS LABORATORY EXERCISES 1 1) Zoology: An Evolutionary and Lab. Safety Ecological Perspective 2) Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Organ - Systems of Animals 2 - 1) Microscopy 2) Animal Cells & Tissues 3) Cell Division and Inheritance 3) Mitosis and Meiosis 3 4) Evolution: History and Evidence 4) Gene Frequencies 5) Evolution and Gene Frequencies Lecture Exam 1 (Chapters 1 - 3) Lab Manual Completion 6) Ecology:Preserving the Animal Kingdom ( Lab Exercises 1 – 3) Project I Announced 4 7) Animal Classification, Phylogeny and 5) Systemics and Morphology Organization Quiz 1 (Chapters 4 - 7) Posted 6) Animal-like Protista 8) Animal-like Protists: The Protozoa 9) Multicellular and Tissue Levels of Organization 5 10) The Triploblastic, Acoelomate Body 7) Invertebrate Study Part I Plan Quiz 1 (Chapters 4 - 7) Due - 11) The Pseudocoelomate Body Plan 6 12) Molluscan Success 8) Invertebrate Study Part II Lecture Exam 2 (Chapters 8 - 11) Lab Manual Completion 13) Annelida: The Metameric Body Plan ( Lab Exercises 4 – 6) 7 Project I Submission Lab. Exam I – Review 14) The Arthropods: The Blueprint For ( Exercises 1 – 6) Success 15) The Hexapods and Myriapods: 9) Invertebrate Study Part III Terrestrial Triumphs 8 Laboratory Exam 1 ( Exercises 1 – 6) Lab Manual Submission Quiz 2 ( Chapters 12- 16) Posted 10) Identification of Invertebrates using 16) The Echinoderms Dichotomous Key 9 Quiz 2 (Chapters 12 - 16) Due 11) Chordate Study 17) Hemichordata and Invertebrate Chord. 18) The Fishes: vertebrate Success in Water 10 19)Amphibians:The First Terrestrial 12) Vertebrate Study Part I Vertebrates 20) Reptiles: The First Amniotes 13) Vertebrate Study Part II 21) Birds: Reptiles by Another Name WEEK CHAPTERS LABORATORY EXERCISES 11 22) Mammals: Specialized Teeth, Hair, 14)Identification of Vertebrates Endothermy and Viviparity using Dichotomous Key Lecture Exam 3 (Chapters 17 - 20) Lab Manual Completion 23) Protection, Support and Movement ( Lab Exercises 7 – 10) 12 24)CommunicationI:Nervous & Sensory - Systems 25) Communication II: The Endocrine - System and Chemical Messengers 13 Quiz 3 (Chapters 21 - 25) Posted Lab. Exam II – Review 26) Circulation and Gas Exchange ( Exercises 7 – 14) Last Day For Withdrawal - 27) Nutrition and Digestion 14 Thanksgiving Break 28) Temperature and Body Fluid Regulation Quiz 3 (Chapters 21 - 25) Due 15 29) Reproduction and Development Final Exam Review Laboratory Exam II (Exercises 7 – 14) - 16 Final Exam Comprehensive - (Chapters 1 - 29) Note that your instructor reserves the right to change the schedule as needed at any point during the course. A class specific schedule with dates is put up on connectmheducation.com Project topics, rubric and due dates for project would be discussed in class and the information would be available on Learning Web. Instruction Methods: The primary focus of the course will be on instructor lectures including illustrations, powerpoint presentations, animations, group activities and assigned textbook readings. Lecture material will correspond to the topics covered in the required textbook, but your instructor may include more detail on certain topics. Lecture may be included during lab sessions to clarify or detail concepts. Topics and concepts covered during lecture or included in the assigned reading will be included in exams. Online chapter quizzes will be posted on connectmheducation.com as graded activities. Student Assignments: Students are required to read assigned chapters and to complete chapter quizzes posted on connectmheducation.com. Additional announced and unannounced quizzes during lecture or lab may be conducted throughout the semester. 4 Student Assessments: Students will be assessed via lecture and laboratory examinations, online chapter quizzes, project report, lab manual and comprehensive final lecture and lab examinations. Instructional Materials: Textbook: Zoology, 9th Edition, Miller & Harley, McGraw Hill Lab book: Laboratory Exercises. Available on Eagle Online/Learning Web Web resources: connectmheducation.com Websites suggested by the instructor. HCC Policy Statement: Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, ADA psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester. Instructors are authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office. If you have any special needs or disabilities that may affect your ability to succeed in college classes or participate in any college programs or activities, please contact the DSS office for assistance. Southwest College, contact: Dr. Becky Hauri 5407 Gulfton Houston, Texas 77081 Phone: 713-718-7909 Fax: 713-718-7781 TTY: 713-718-7909 HCC Policy Statement: Students are responsible for conducting themselves with honor and Academic Honesty integrity in fulfilling course requirements. Disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by the college system against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. Penalties can include a grade of "0" or "F" on the particular assignment, failure in the course, academic probation, or even dismissal
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