Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2019 - BISC 101 D100

General Biology (4)

Class Number: 2649

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
    SSCC 9001, Burnaby

    Th 9:30 AM – 11:20 AM
    SSCC 9001, Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 5, 2019
    8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    GYM CENTRAL, Burnaby

  • 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; and High school Chemistry 12 (or equivalent) with a C grade or better, or CHEM 111 with a 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:

Cell biology 
cell structure and function, cell cycle, cell replication
DNA replication, genes to proteins
DNA technology, genomics, biotechnology
metabolism and enzymes
cellular respiration  

Plant biology    
plant cells and photosynthesis
growth and development
plant nutrition and transport processes
angiosperm reproduction
plant hormones and interactions with environment  

Animal biology    
form and function; different tissue types
nutrition and digestion
circulatory and respiratory systems; immune function
excretion and homeostasis; hormones
nervous, muscle and sensory systems
reproduction

Grading

  • 1st Lecture Midterm 15%
  • 2nd Lecture Midterm 15%
  • Lecture Final exam 30%
  • Lab and Tutorial Preparation 15%
  • Lab Final 25%

NOTES:

**You must pass the Lab part of the course (20/40) to pass BISC101

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Freeman, Harrington & Sharp. 2018. Biological Science (3rd Canadian Edition). Pearson, Toronto.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/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