Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2022 - BISC 102 D100

General Biology (4)

Class Number: 1818

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 21, 2022
    Thu, 7:00–10:00 p.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.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Survey of the diversity of life, and its evolutionary history on earth. The student is introduced to the study of genetics, development, and evolution, giving an overview of how these processes interact to produce form and function. Also included are principles of behavior and ecological relationships of organisms to each other and their environment. Breadth-Science.

COURSE DETAILS:


Outline of Topics:

Origin of life on Earth
Diversity of life
Microevolution, including natural selection
Sexual selection
Phylogeny
Genetics
Macroevolutionary patterns
Speciation
Behaviour
Ecology
Hominin evolution

Grading

  • Lab assignments 5%
  • Tutorial participation 5%
  • Inquiry Figure Assignment 15%
  • Midterm exam 20%
  • Lab exam 25%
  • Final exam 30%

NOTES:

Mode of teaching:

  • Lecture:   In person
  • Laboratory: Asynchronous    
  • Tutorial: In person

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

The Text is supplemental, (but not required)
Freeman et al, Biological Sciences (3rd Canadian edition), Pearson publishing. 

Students are welcome to use a hardcopy or ebook. Mastering Biology is NOT required. 


Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

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 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 spring 2022 term.