Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2023 - BISC 100 D100

Introduction to Biology (4)

Class Number: 1641

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Wed, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • 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:

This course emphasizes evolution and scientific inquiry as unifying themes. The diversity and the unity of all living organisms and the methods by which biologists answer questions about the living world are presented in this context. Topics covered include the characteristics of living organisms, reproduction, metabolism, and ecology.

Grading

  • • Lecture MT 3 at 15% each 45%
  • • Lab MT 10%
  • • Lab Final 30%
  • • Tutorials 5%
  • • Show and Tell 10%

Materials

RECOMMENDED READING:

CAMPBELL ESSENTIAL BIOLOGY

BY SIMON, ERIC J., DICKEY, JEAN L., REECE, JANE B., HOGAN, KELLY A., BURTON, REBECCA A., SIMON, ERIC, DICKEY, JEAN, REECE, JANE

PRINT ISBN-13: 9780134765037

PRINT ISBN-10: 0134765036

E-ISBNS: 9780134814209

PUBLISHER: PEARSON EDUCATION

EDITION: 7TH


REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website 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

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.