Summer 2017 - BISC 101 D100
General Biology (4)
Class Number: 1363
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
May 8 – Aug 4, 2017: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
BurnabyMay 8 – Aug 4, 2017: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Aug 15, 2017
Tue, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Megan Barker
barker@sfu.ca
778-782-3020
Office: B9239
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Prerequisites:
High school biology 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or BISC 100 with C- or better, or BISC 113 with C+ or better, or HSCI 100 with C+ or better.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of living organisms. Topics covered include cell structure and function, DNA replication and the flow of genetic information, enzyme function, metabolism and physiology of microorganisms, plants, and animals. Breadth-Science.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course Website: Canvas
Outline of Topics:
Unit 1: Cell biology
Cell structure and function, cell cycle, cell replication
Genomes & cellular information flow: DNA replication; DNA technology; Gene to protein; enzymes.
Metabolism: cellular respiration and photosynthesis
Unit 2: Animal physiology
Structure and function of animal tissues
Systems: Digestion and excretion; circulatory and respiratory; nervous, muscle, and sensory.
Unit 3: Plant physiology
Structure and function of plant cells
Plant growth, development, and reproduction
Nutrition and transport processes; Plant hormones and interactions with environment
The information on this outline is subject to change.
Grading
- Lecture Midterm 1 10%
- Lecture Midterm 2 15%
- Lecture Final Exam 25%
- Lecture Participation and Pre-reading Quizzes 10%
- Lab and Tutorial Preparation / Quizzes 15%
- Lab Final Exam 25%
NOTES:
All students must pass the laboratory final exam of the course to receive a passing grade in the course.
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
ADDITIONAL COURSE FEE: $23.00
iClickers will be used in class
REQUIRED READING:
“Biological Science” by Scott Freeman, Mike Harrington and Joan Sharp. Second Canadian Edition. 2014. Pearson Canada.
Either hardcover or loose-leaf versions are available.
A peer instruction device or access subscription will be required to purchase; details will be provided in the first week of class.
ISBN: 978-0-321-78871-9
Registrar Notes:
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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
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