Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2022 - BISC 101 D100

General Biology (4)

Class Number: 4357

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 10 – Aug 8, 2022: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    May 10 – Aug 8, 2022: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
    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:

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.


Unit 3: Plant physiology
Structure and function of plant cells
Plant growth, development, and reproduction 
Nutrition and transport processes;  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 Component, including a team project 40%

NOTES:

All students must pass the laboratory component of the course to receive a passing grade in the course.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

ADDITIONAL COURSE FEE: $23.00

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.


Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2022

Teaching at SFU in summer 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction.  Some courses may be offered through alternative methods (remote, online, blended), and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes. 

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote, online, or blended courses study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the summer 2022 term.