Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2023 - BISC 101 D100

General Biology (4)

Class Number: 1660

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 10, 2023
    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; 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 
molecules of life

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

Animal biology    
form and function

homeostasis and thermoregulation
osmoregulation and excretion

nutrition and digestion
gas exchange and circulation

immune function

Plant biology    
plant cells and photosynthesis
plant form and function; growth and development
plant nutrition and transport processes
plant hormones and interactions with environment  

Grading

  • . Lecture Midterm 20%
  • . Lecture Final Exam 40%
  • . Lab 40%

NOTES:

Mode of teaching:

Lecture:  TBD

Laboratory: (2-hour block labelled “LAB” in your schedule) - TBD

Tutorial: (1-hour block, also labelled “LAB” in your schedule) TBD

Midterm:  TBD; date TBA

Lab Final Exam:  TBD; date TBA

Final Exam: TBD; date TBA

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

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

If one or more course component is offered remotely, access to reliable high speed internet, and webcam on a computer, will be needed.

Students must enroll in a course schedule/time where they are able to regularly attend all of the synchronous components, particularly the lab time; this is required to pass the course.  We may be using Google documents for lab notebooks. 

REQUIRED READING:

No required textbook.

RECOMMENDED READING:

Freeman, Quillin, Allison, Black, Podgorski, Taylor, Carmichael, Harrington & Sharp. 2019. Biological Science (3rd Canadian Edition). Pearson, Toronto.


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.