COURSE SYLLABUS - UNC-P
BIO 1000 - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY
OXENDINE BLDG. - SPRING 2003
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. L. S. Jernigan, Jr.
OFFICE: Oxendine 2231
PHONE: 910-521-6884
E-MAIL: leon.jernigan@uncp.edu
Course Description:
Bio 100 is an introduction to modern and classical concepts. Successful completion of this course satisfies the
General Education requirement for 3 credit hours in biology.
Course Objectives:
As a part of the General Education curriculum, this course assists with development of critical thinking and problem
solving skills as well as providing a general knowledge of principles and concepts that assist with understanding
and appreciation of the world around us.
A student successfully completing this course should:
-develop an understanding of biological systems at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and population levels.
-acquire a foundation of subject matter that will enable them to evaluate new biological information encountered
in daily life.
-develop a greater appreciation for living organisms and the processes of life.
Required Text:
Campbell, Neil A. , Mitchell, Lawrence G., and Reece, Jane B. 1997. Biology: Concepts and Connections. 4th Edition
Attendance:
Class attendance is required and will be monitored. Regardless of the reason, when a student is absent from class,
he/she is still responsible for any material covered, announcements, handouts, or tests. Students are allowed
absence from two weeks of class meetings without a penalty. Two weeks of class meetings are defined as 6 class
periods for a MWF class or 4 class periods for MF or TR class. Excused absences do not exist. Tardiness and
leaving early will result in penalty absences (3 late arrivals, 3 early departures or a combination of the
two that totals 3 will equal 1 absence). For each class period missed in excess of the above mentioned allowance,
3 points will be deducted from the student's final average. Course Requirements and Evaluation:
Always bring your textbook to class. Students should complete assigned readings prior to the topics being covered
in class. Student participation during lectures is expected and encouraged. Students are responsible for being
aware of any changes in course schedule or content announced during one of their absences.
Student performance will be evaluated via 5 lecture exams and a final comprehensive exam. In addition, unannounced
quizzes may be used to stimulate student participation (if necessary). The lowest grade of the 5 lecture exams
will be dropped. No make-up exams will be given. Attendance, attitude, and evidence of effort will be considered
in determining final grades in borderline cases. You should read and be familiar with the UNC-P Honor Code in the
Student Handbook.
Exams will cover lecture notes, assigned readings, and any additional handouts. The format of the exams will primarily
be multiple choice, however, an occasional diagram or short answer question may be included.
The course grading scale is as follows (same as the university):
A = 93 - 100 A- = 90 - 92
B+ = 87 - 89 B = 83 - 86 B- = 80 - 82
C+ = 77 - 79 C = 74 - 76 C- = 70 - 73
D+ = 67 - 69 D = 64 - 66 D- = 60 - 63
F = below 60
Disability Support Services
Any student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments is requested to speak directly to Disability
Support Services and the instructor, as early in the semester (preferably within the first class week) as possible.
All discussions will remain confidential. Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services, DF Lowry
Bldg., 521-6695.
This syllabus is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support
Services, DF Lowry Bldg., 521-6695.
BIO 1000 - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY
LECTURE SCHEDULE - SPRING 2003
|
WeekBeginning |
Topics |
Chapters |
|
6 Jan |
Syllabus; The Scientific Study of Life |
1 |
|
13 Jan |
Chemical Basis of Life |
2 |
|
20 Jan |
Monday = MLK, Jr. Holiday = No Classes; Molecules of Cells |
3 |
|
27 Jan |
EXAM 1 ; A Tour of the Cell |
4 |
|
3 Feb |
Tour of Cell cont'd.; The Working Cell |
4 & 5 |
|
10 Feb |
The Working Cell cont'd; .Cellular Respiration |
61 & 72 |
|
17 Feb |
Photosynthesis; EXAM 2 |
5 |
|
24 Feb |
Cellular Reproduction and Genetics; |
8 |
|
3 Mar |
SPRING BREAK = NO CLASSES THIS WEEK |
|
|
10 Mar |
Cellular Reproduction and Genetics cont'd. |
8 |
|
17 Mar |
Patterns of Inheritance |
9 |
|
24 Mar |
Patterns of Inheritance cont'd.; EXAM 3; Molecular Biology of the Gene |
9 & 10 |
|
31 Mar |
Molecular Biology of the Gene cont'd. |
10 |
|
7 Apr |
Concepts of Evolution; EXAM 4; Origin of Species |
133 & 14 |
|
14 Apr |
Origin of Species cont'd.; Tracing Evolutionary History; The Biosphere; Friday = Good Friday Holiday = No Classes |
14, 154, & 34 |
|
21 Apr |
The Biosphere cont'd.; Communities and Ecosystems |
34 & 36 |
|
28 Apr |
Communities and Ecosystems cont'd.; EXAM 5; May 1 = Last Day of Classes |
36 |
|
5 May |
EXAM WEEK - FINAL COMPREHENSIVE EXAM |