Biology 111, Introductory Biology I Lecture/Lab Syllabus, Spring 2016 Sections 511-520 MWF 12:40-1:30, HELD 200 Lecture Professor: Dr. Michael Kemp E-mail: [email protected] Office: Butler 306 A Phone: 862-8367 Office Hours: after class or by appointment Course Description: Biology 111 is the first half of an introductory two-semester survey of contemporary biology that covers the chemical basis of life, structure and biology of the cell, molecular biology and genetics. Course includes laboratory that reinforces and provides supplemental information related to the lecture topics. Biology 111 is intended for life-science majors and other students intending to pursue a career in biomedical sciences. It is not designed for students who just need to fulfill the science-course requirement in the core curriculum. BIOL 107, and BIOL 113 may be more suitable for non-science majors. If you have any question about which biology course you should take, please see your academic advisor. Course Objectives: Biology 111 is a 4-credit hour course that consists of 150 minutes of lecture and 170 minutes of lab each week. Students are expected to attend both lecture and lab, where they will be introduced to the fundamentals of biological structure and function. Upon completion of Biology 111 students should be able to demonstrate a basic grasp of the major themes of Biology, including the importance of water, carbon, and macromolecules to life on Earth. Students should be able to discuss basic cell structure and describe significant processes that occur in the cell, such as membrane function, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, communication, and cell division. Finally, the successful student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the processes and relationships of genetics, protein synthesis, the regulation of gene expression, and the role of biotechnology in the study of molecular genetics, viruses, and the evolution of genomes. Texts/Materials: Texts are on reserve in the Evan’s library annex, 4th floor. • Campbell Biology (10th edition) by Reece, et al. - required. • Biology 111 Laboratory Manual 9th ed. (2016) by Tonna Harris-Haller - required • Campbell Biology Website - recommended. Subscription is included with a new text, or may be purchased online at http://masteringbiology.com. General Information: Lower Division Biology Instruction Office: Administrative questions pertaining to Biology 111 may be referred to 315 Heldenfels (HELD), Mon. through Fri. 8 am to 5 pm, 845-4651, e-mail: [email protected] Webpage: The Lower Division Instruction webpage at http://www.bio.tamu.edu/ldi/ has contact information for faculty, teaching assistants, and staff, as well as exam challenge forms and scantron grade check request forms. eCampus: Grade information and materials posted by faculty may be located on the course eCampus site. To access eCampus: Logon to http://ecampus.tamu.edu/ Choose the TAMU (Net ID) logon option Logon with your Net ID and password Choose the Biol 111 course list linkElectronic devices: Please turn off cell phones and other electronic devices at the start of class. The use of tablets, laptop computers, and recording devices will be limited to students who require them due to documented disabilities (see ADA policy statement below). These devices can be a distraction to the entire class and can be a hindrance to the learning objectives and methods used in this class. Release of Grades: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits faculty and staff from posting grades to unsecured websites, or reporting grades by e-mail or telephone. Individual grade information is available via eCampus. Lecture Attendance Policies Students are expected to attend ALL lecture sessions. Excused Absences “Authorized” excuses for absences in lecture include: serious illness or accident, religious holidays, family emergencies, and university-sponsored activities (see Student Rules 7, Attendance http://studentrules.tamu.edu/rule07). Except for prolonged excused absence (see below) no make-up opportunities will be provided for missed lecture assessments (tests, quizzes, in-class assignments, etc.) unless the student notifies the lecturer of the absence within 2 working days and provides written and verified documentation of an authorized excuse within one week of the absence. In the event of prolonged (more than three consecutive) excused absences, the student should consult with the course instructor of record. The Texas A&M University Explanatory Statement of Absence Form will NOT be accepted as an adequate verification for an excused absence. Rule 7.1.6.3, “An absence for a non-acute medical service does not constitute an excused absence.” A non-acute medical excuse will not be accepted as a valid reason to miss an exam. Unexcused Absences Any absence without an authorized and verified excuse will be considered unexcused; no makeup opportunities will be given for any points missed as a result of an unexcused absence. Make up Exams: Will be given only in the event of an authorized university approved absence (see Lecture Attendance Policies). The exam may be essay and will be given only with the permission of the instructor. Q-Drop: Tuesday, April 19th (5:00 pm) is the deadline for dropping a course with no penalty (Q grade). If you have any question as to whether or not to Q-drop, see your instructor before this date. After this date you must take a letter grade or negotiate a W (withdrawal) or NG (no grade) through your academic dean (see Student rule 10.3). Academic Integrity: “An Aggie does not lie, cheat or steal or tolerate those who do.” Upon accepting admission to Texas A&M University, a student immediately assumes a commitment to uphold the Honor Code, to accept responsibility for learning, and to follow the philosophy and rules of the Honor System. Students will be required to state their commitment on examinations, research papers, and other academic work. Ignorance of the rules does not exclude any member of the TAMU community from the requirements or the processes of the Honor System. Academic misconduct involves any of the following offenses: cheating, fabrication, falsification, multiple/duplicate submissions, plagiarism, and complicity in any of these offenses. Do not use work submitted in any previous semester. All incidents of academic
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