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Course Outlines

Fall 2017 - BISC 100 D100

Introduction to Biology (4)

Class Number: 2156

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Mon, Wed, Fri, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Felix Breden
    breden@sfu.ca
    1 778 782-5647
    Office: SSB8153

  • Instructor:

    Mala Chandani Fernando
    fernando@sfu.ca
    1 778 782 5684
    Office: B9238

  • Prerequisites:

    Students with a C or better in Biology 12, who are considering a BISC Major, are encouraged to proceed directly to BISC 101 and 102.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to the basic concepts of biology, emphasizing evolution as a unifying theme. Topics include cell structure, mitosis and meiosis, DNA structure and function, evolution and population and ecosystem ecology. Students with credit for BISC 101, 102 or 113, or succeeding biology courses, may not take BISC 100 for further credit. Breadth-Science.

COURSE DETAILS:

BISC 100 is an introductory laboratory course for students having little background in biology.

    WEEK                        TOPIC

  1.                   Evolution; Natural Selection; the definiton of Life

  2.                   Macroevolution

  3.                   Energy flow; Chemical Basis of Life

  4.                   Cell Structure and Function

  5.                   Cell Metabolism

  6.                   Photosynthesis and Respiration

  7.                   Cell Reproduction/Meiosis

  8.                   DNA Structure and Funrtion

  9.                   Genetics

  10.                   Population and Community Ecology

  11.                   Ecosystems and the Biosphere

  12.                   Laboratory Exams; Selected Topics
   

Grading

  • 4 In-class exams each worth 17.5% 70%
  • Laboratory Midterm 10%
  • Laboratory Final 20%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Campbell Essential Biology 6th edition. E-book version.  It can be downloaded at www.vitalsource.com

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS