Palm Beach State College
Course Syllabus – Classroom Course
General Class and Course Information
Course Number: BSC 1011L Course Title: Principles of Biology II Lab
Term/Dates: SPRING2017
Reference Number: 222875
Credit Hours: 3
Clock Hours:
Days: Th
Time: 3:30PM-6:15PM
Room: SC144
Course Description: This course is the second course in a two course sequence introducing science and preprofessional majors to biological principles including a survey of the five kingdoms and representative taxa. Dissection
exercises are included. Three hours of laboratory per week.
Professor’s Information
Name: Dr. Charlie Ray
Telephone: 207-5076
Faculty Web Page:
www.pbs.edu/faculty/utility/index/.asp?pid=188
Office Location: SC251
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: M 7AM-8AM, 11AM-12PM; T 7AM-10:30 W
7AM-12PM, TR 7AM-11AM; 2:30PM-3:30PM, F 7AM-11AM
Information on REQUIRED Textbooks:
Title
Zoology Coloring Book
Supplementary Books/Materials
Title
Botany Coloring Book
Edition Author
1st
Elson
Publisher
Harper
Perennial
ISBN
9780064603010
Edition Author
1st
Young
Publisher
Harper
Perennial
ISBN
9780064603027
Other Information on Textbooks and Materials needed for class:
None
Course Learning Outcomes: As a result of taking this course, the student will be able to:
Course Objectives
1.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected prokaryotic organisms.
2.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected members of the kingdom porlista.
3.
Identify the stages in the life cycles of selected protistans.
4.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between phyla in the kingdom fungi.
5.
Identify the stages in the life cycles of selected fungi.
6.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected primitive members of the kingdom plantae.
7.
Identify the stages in the life cycles of selected primitive plants.
8.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected flowering plants.
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Identify the stages found in the life cycles of selected monocots and dicots.
10.
Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of the plant body.
11.
Demonstrate an ability to identify various seed and fruit types.
12.
Demonstrate an understanding of the growth and development of the pant body.
13.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected poriferans, cnidarians, and platyhelminthes.
14.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected nematodes, mollusks, annelids, and arthrodpods.
15.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between selected members of the phylum chordate.
16.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between the circulatory systems of selected chordates.
17.
Demonstrate an ability to distinguish between the excretory and reproductive systems of selected
chordates.Detailed Course Content:
1)
Introduction,-Cyanobacteria
2)
Protista
a.
Protozoa
b.
Slime Molds
c.
Algae
3)
Fungi
a.
Oomycota
b.
Zygomycota
c.
Ascomycota
d.
Lichens
4)
Plantae
a.
Bryophyres
b.
Ferns
c.
Tracheophyophytes
1.
Gymnosperms
2.
Angiosperms
5)
Plant Anatomy and Development
6)
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
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3.
4.
Animalia
Porifera
Cnidaria
Platyhelminthes
Nematoda
Mollusca
Annelida
Arthropoda
Echinodermata
Chordata
Circulatory Systems
Skeletal Systems
Excretory Systems
Reproductive Systems
Full Course Outline - Click on the following link: Course Outlines and enter the course number (no space between the
prefix and the number).
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Class Information
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If you leave class early, it counts as an absence.
You need shut off, beepers, cell phones, pace makers, ect. Before coming to class.
You are responsible for everything said/covered in lecture.
Any handouts or exams given out in class that you lose will not be replaced.
You need to follow exactly the procedure for labeling your exam sheets. If not followed, the exam will not be
graded.
No incompletes will be given by me.
If the student cheats, automatic F in the course!!!
There will be no talking in class during lecture. If you do, you will be kicked out of class with an F.
Students are responsible for any changes in the syllabus done in class.
Academic Dishonesty Policy and Penalty for Violation:
Academic dishonesty includes the following actions, as well as other similar conduct aimed at making false
representation with respect to the student’s academic performance.
(1) Cheating on an exam.
(2) Collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course.
(3) Submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course.
(4) Knowingly and intentionally assisting another student in any of the above actions, including assistance in an
arrangement whereby work, classroom performance, examination, or other activity is submitted or performed by a
person other that the student under whose name the work is submitted or performed by a person other that the
student under whose name the work is submitted or performed.
(5) Plagiarism.
** Please refer to the Palm Beach State College Student Handbook for further information.
Assignments, Tests, Quizzes and Final Exam Schedule, with percentage/points of grade:
 Students will have 29 individual lab orals to complete.
 Lab notebook due at the end of the semester.
 Students will dissect 12 animals.
Grading:
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
P
N
S
U
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Points
Individual Lab Orals
Lab Notebook
12 Dissections
Percentage (if applicable)
40%
20%
40%
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Class Policies
Attendance: Professors are required to take attendance.
Tardees and absences will destroy your final grade. The more you miss class/late to class, the more it will negatively
affect your final grade in class. Three tardees count for one absence. You are allowed only 2 absences in the class.
Students have had their final grade dropped by more than one letter grade, due to tardees/absences.
Electronic Device Use and Email Policy:
ELECTRONIC DEVICE USE All electronic devices such as cell phones, beepers, and related devices are to be turned off
before entering the classroom, library, and laboratories to avoid disruption. Use of any device in these areas is a
violation of college policy and subject to disciplinary action. If you text in class, your cell phone will be taken and
returned later.
College computers are intended for academic work. Inappropriate use of computers during class time is prohibited. You
should understand that you may be required to use the Internet for some courses. Furthermore, you may be required
to have discussions of class assignments and share papers and other class materials with instructors and classmates via
chat rooms and other mechanisms. Therefore, Internet users may be able to access your work whether the access is
secured or unsecured. The College cannot protect you from the type of materials on the Internet or the potential piracy
of your materials.
Students can enter into contact with the professor by e mail, but students should not expect an immediate reply. I
check my e mail NO MORE THAN once a day, and occasionally you may have to wait two days for a reply.
Late Assignment Policy:
All assignments can be turned in via notebook through the last day of Finals Week.
Make-up Exam Policy:
Students can make up exams through the last Finals Week.
Withdrawal Policy:
Students can withdrawl from class up to the last day of the withdrawl period, designated by the college.
Other:
None
College Policies and Web Information
Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty includes the following actions, as well as other similar conduct aimed at making false representation with
respect to the student's academic performance:
(1) Cheating on an exam, (2) Collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course,
(3) Submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course, (4) Knowingly and intentionally
assisting another student in any of the above actions, including assistance in an arrangement whereby work, classroom
performance, examination, or other activity is submitted or performed by a person other that the student under whose name the
work is submitted or performed, (5) Plagiarism.
Please refer to the Palm Beach State College Student Handbook (www.palmbeachstate.edu/current for link to the student
handbook).
Classroom Etiquette and Student Behavior Guidelines
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Students will demonstrate respect for professors and fellow students. Behavior that is disruptive to a positive learning environment
reported by the professor will result in a warning on the first instance; the second instance might result in expulsion from the course
or campus.
Computer Competency Component
Each student will, to the satisfaction of the professor, demonstrate a fundamental understanding of basic computer operations
through various professor-determined exercises and/or assignments.
Disability Support Services
Students with disabilities are advised, in compliance with federal and state laws, that accommodations and services are available
through the office of Disability Support Services (DSS). It is the student's responsibility to contact Disabled Student Services Advisors
and to submit appropriate documentation prior to receiving services. Please see the website at www.palmbeachstate.edu/current
for web address for Disability Support Services.
Eating, Drinking and Smoking
Eating and drinking are confined to areas designated on the campus. Smoking is not permitted in any College building and only in
areas designated at each campus.
Final Course Grade Appeal
The evaluation of academic work is the responsibility of the faculty member/instructor. The method for assigning the final course
grade is established by the faculty member/instructor. Per Board Rule 6Hx-18-3.191, faculty/instructors shall communicate the
grading policy of the course to their students in writing. If this policy changes during the term, students should be notified of any
changes in writing. The method to determine final course grades must be given to students in a course syllabus at the beginning of
the class. Should a student have a question about a final course grade, please follow the procedures as outlined in the student
handbook: www.palmbeachstate.edu/current.
Mid-Term Grade Reporting
Within one week after the close of the mid-term grading period, mid-term grades will be made available to all students for each
class by either written notification or individual conference.
Student Responsibility Policy
When a student attends the College, s/he becomes subject to its jurisdiction. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a
responsible manner, in all areas of campus life. By enrolling, they pledge to obey the rules and regulations of the College and are
responsible for observing all College policies and procedures as published in the student handbook, the College catalog and other
College publications. The student will be responsible for preparing for class, participating in class, and completing assignments on
time.
Palm Beach State Websites of Interest
Please see this web page (www.palmbeachstate.edu/current) for a list of web addresses for students.
Withdrawal Policy for Individual Courses
The last day to withdraw from a College course with a "W" grade in this course is (Click here and type the withdrawal date for your
course from the online class roster). It is the responsibility of the student to use the PantherWeb system or visit a campus Registrar’s
office to withdraw. An official withdrawal entitles the student to a grade of "W" in the class.
Department Contact Information
Name: Dr. Van Der Velde
Telephone: 561-207-5416
Job Title: Associate Dean
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Office Location: SC160
Email: [email protected]
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