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BIOL-1413-001 General Zoology
Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and function, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny and ecology. Laboratory activities will reinforce lecture content. (This course is intended for science majors.)
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(4 sem hrs; 3 lec, 3 lab)
On Campus Course
Integrated Principles of Zoology, 18th ed, Hickman et al. 2017. McGraw-Hill
Laboratory Studies in Integrated Principles of Zoology, 18th ed, Hickamn et al. 2017 McGraw-Hill
Bring with you text books, pen or pencil, and anything you will need to take notes and complete assignments. I suggest printing the notes and any handouts from blackboard and bringing them with you each day.
Learning Outcomes
After studying the material in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:
By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 60 percent competency level based on the completion of a minimum of four (4) major exams and a comprehensive post examination not to exceed two hours. These will be administered under the supervision of the instructor.
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
CELL PHONES AND PAGERS:
Cell phones and pagers are not prohibited; however, please be considerate of others. This means they should be on silent or vibrate mode. Please be courteous to those around you with regard to cell phones and pagers and do not disrupt class. If the call is an emergency please take the call outside of the classroom. No texting during class. And no music devices (Ipods, etc.) can be used in class and head phones must be out of ears and out of sight. If your cell phone or pager goes off while we are taking a quiz, exam, or practical, you may receive a grade of zero on that test. Cell phones in the “silent or vibrate” modes are not considered to be in the off mode and the preceding sentence will apply to these phones.
STC Contract for Success
_______I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes but is not limited to: the illegal use of books, notes, copying or photographing any test material, leaving the Science Testing Center with a test, and the use of any electronic devices such as unapproved calculators, cell phones, smart watches, laptops, tablets, etc. Cheating also includes helping or attempting to help other students cheat or gain an advantage on a test either inside or outside the testing center by sharing of information from the test.
_______Please Note: Cell phones or any other “SMART” devises are NOT allowed in the testing room at any time for any reason. If we see any unapproved electronic devises out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, your test WILL be taken up immediately and may result in an “F” for the course.
_______I understand all testing will be done outside of the class time, except for the final exam.
_______I understand if I score below a 70 on any exam, I must complete a mandatory tutoring session with my instructor or the Science Enrichment Center before requesting the next exam (excluding the Final Exams week). I also understand that I must present a completed Record of Tutoring form to the Science Testing Center staff when requesting my next exam.
Science Testing Center RULES
I have read and understand all of the above rules and requirements. Any violation of any of the above outlined rules or requirements will result in an immediate seizure of my test by the Science Testing Center staff, which may result in further disciplinary actions and possible “F” for the course.
Course and Section #:_________________________ Instructor Name _________________________ Semester ___________________________ Phone Number _____________________
Signature: _________________________________ Print Name:_________________________________ Student ID Number ____________________ Email _______________________________________
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: Below 60 *There will be NO curves so don’t ask*
LECTURE:
55% of the Total Grade. There will be seven tests and a homework average, the lowest will be dropped and the remaining 7 will be averaged for lecture the grade.
Homework Average: There will be a homework for each week of lectures leading up to the test, totaling 7. The homeworks will be averaged to be one test grade. All homeworks must be completed by March 9. The homeworks may be completed up to 2 times and the highest grade will be recorded in the grade book. They are fill in the blank, so spelling will count and you can use your textbook to complete. It is best to complete the homework about the topics before you take the test over that topic. Do not wait until the end of the semester to complete these.
Tests: In addition to the homework there will be seven tests. The tests will be 50 questions multiple choice, matching, and true/false. A scatron will be needed for all tests and the tests will be given in the testing center. There will be no makeup tests or homework given since there is a drop test. Test dates given are subject to change. If classes are officially canceled exams will be given the next class meeting.
Test 1: January 21 – 22, 2022
Test 2: January 28 – 31, 2022
Test 3: February 4 – 5, 2022
Test 4: February 11 – 12, 2022
Test 5: February 18 – 19, 2022
Test 6: February 25 – 26, 2022
Test 7: March 4 – 5, 2022
LABORATORY:
25% of the Total Grade. There will be 3 practicals, lab notebook, quizzes, and handouts. There will no makeup quizzes since there will be a drop quiz. Also there are no make up handouts, they are your responsibility to pick up, and they will be due at the first of the following lab period. Only one makeup practical will be given with a valid, written excuse during finals week. If you need to do a make up you will need to make arrangements before your scheduled final. Test dates given are subject to change. If classes are officially canceled practicals and quizzes will be given the next class meeting.
Practical 1: January 27, 2022
Practical 2: February 15, 2022
Practical 3: March 8, 2022
Notebook: March 8, 2022
FINAL EXAM:
20% of the Total Grade. The final will be comprehensive. The test will be approximately 100 multiple choice, matching, and true/false questions. You will need to be on time and when the first person turns in their test no one late will be able to start, so if you are late you will get a zero for the final. You will need a scantron for the test.
Final Exam: Thursday, March 10, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30
Attendance will be taken each class period. At the end of semester those who miss two days or less will receive 2 bonus points on their grade. If you miss more than two days for what ever reason (illness, court date, funeral, etc.) you will not receive the extra credit. Those who attend class every day and participate usually do much better than those who do not, so IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU COME TO CLASS PREPARED EVERY DAY!
LECTURE SCHEDULE:
DATES CHAPTER
January 17 – 20 Intro., Chemistry, Cells, Metabolism
January 21 – 22 Test 1
January 24 – 27 Genetics, Organic Evolution, Taxonomy and Phylogeny, Architecture
January 28 – 31 Test 2
Jan. 31 – Feb. 3 Protozoan, Porifera, Radiate Animals, Flatworms, Nematodes
February 4 – 5 Test 3
February 7 – 10 Molluscs, Annelida, Arthropods, Echinoderms, Hemichordates
February 11 – 12 Test 4
February 14 – 17 Chordata. Fish, Amphibians, Reptiles
February 18 – 19 Test 5
February 21 – 27 Birds, Mammals, Biosphere, Ecology
February 25 – 26 Test 6
Feb. – Mar. 28 – 3 Support etc, Homeostasis, Fluids and Respiration, Digestion, Nervous System
March 4 – 5 Test 7
Final: Thursday, March 10, 2022 12:30 – 2:30
Lab Schedule
Date Chapter
Jan. 18 – 19 1, 2, 3A
Jan. 20 – 24 4, 6
Jan. 25 – 26 7, Review
Jan. 27 Practical 1
Jan. 31 8, 9
Feb. 1 – 2 10, 11
Feb. 3 – 7 12, 13
Feb. 8 – 9 14, 15, 16A & B
Feb. 10 – 14 17, Review
Feb. 15 Practical 2
Feb. 16 18
Feb. 17 – 21 19 (no shark dissection)
Feb. 22 – 23 20
Feb. 24 – 28 21, 22
March 1 – 2 23 (no pig but cat)
March 3 Museum
March 7 Review/Notebook Prep
March 8 Practical 3/Notebook Due
TOTAL LAB GRADE IS 25% OF FINAL GRADE
Make up practicals will be given during finals week with arrangements made before your final exam. You can only make up one practical. Make up practicals will only be given with a valid written excuse such as a doctor’s note, death or major illness in the family, they will not be the same as the original (possibly essay), and I highly suggest that you DO NOT miss a practical. There will be no make up quizzes since there is a drop quiz. The quizzes will also be at the beginning of the lab period. Graded handouts will be due the following lab period at the beginning of that lab. Handouts may be turned in early (same day as they were given). There will be no make up handouts, if you are absent it is your responsibility to get and complete them before the due date. There may be handouts in addition to the graded handouts given during the labs. You are responsible for all information given in those handouts including any written or graphical material they may contain.
Keys to Success:
Don’t miss lab!! Always read the lab exercises before coming to lab. This will prepare you for the lab and will be the material covered on the quizzes. This will also make it easier to complete the exercises and you can have questions prepared for the day. The questions to the lab reports and reviews (if any) should be answered. This will help you learn the material and they are potential practical questions. Answering the questions before lab (if possible) may give you more time to study the materials available only during the lab period (like models, slides, and the dissections). Any “extra” time during lab should be used to study past lessons to get a better understanding of the material. Some surplus lab time may be used to present lecture material.
If you have any questions about lab material, grading policies, or anything else that pertains to this lab feel free to ask me at any time. The best ways to reach me are to: talk to me in person before, during, or after lab, by e-mail (be patient it may take a day or two), or stop by my office (office hours will be posted on or near the door).
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
Through Blackboard or crotaluslady@yahoo.com
OFFICE HOURS:
They will be posted on the office door and additional times may be added. It will also be possible to find me before or after a class in my office.
Monday – Thursday 3:15 – 4:15
CLASS HOURS:
LECTURES
Anatomy and Physiology I 9:00 – 10:15 MTWTH Warr 209 (Spring 1)
Zoology 12:30 – 1:45 MTWTH Warr 212 (Spring 1)
Anatomy and Physiology I 9:00 – 10:15 MTWTH Warr 212 (Spring 2)
Anatomy and Physiology II 12:30 – 1:45 MTWTH Warr 216 (Spring 2)
LABS
Anatomy and Physiology I 10:30 – 11:45 MTWTH Scie 212 (Spring 1)
Zoology 2:00 – 3:15 MTWTH Scie 109 (Spring 1)
Anatomy and Physiology I 10:30 – 11:45 MTWTH Scie 205 (Spring 2)
Anatomy and Physiology II 2:00 – 3:15 MTWTH Scie 216 (Spring 2)
The Science and Engineering Computer Lab is located in the Library. Please check with the library personnel about the lab hours. When using the Computer lab, please be sure that you log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the Computer lab.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE:
If a student is having a problem with the course policies or the instructor he or she should first try and resolve any such problems with the instructor. If the problem is not resolved, the student may proceed to the Department Chairperson (Dr. Hobbs), the Dean of Instruction, and the college President, IN THAT ORDER.
MSDS:
Material Safety Sheets (MSDS) are stored in the yellow storage cabinet.
CAMPUS POLICE:
For help, call Campus Police at 371-5163
FOOD AND DRINK:
You may bring food and drink into both lecture and lab; however if you spill something, please clean up after yourself. No food or drink allowed in the lab during dissections.
SCIENCE ENRICHMENT CENTER:
The Science Enrichment Center is located in the Warren Hall, room 110. The hours are posted at the center and through the hallways. These hours are subject to change based on the availability of the monitors. The study center also offers free tutoring for science classes. When using the study center, please be sure that you log in and out on the computer located at the entrance of the study center. This is a good place to study models but not all models match the ones in lab. PLEASE BE NICE AND TREAT THOSE AROUND YOU AND THE LADIES IN THE CENTER WITH RESPECT AT ALL TIMES! Students will be asked to leave if they do not follow the rules. Remember this is a privilege to help you get extra study time not a requirement of the biology department so please be patient if the hours are changed or if the center has to be closed due to an emergency.
SCIENCE TESTING CENTER:
Warren Hall 112
All tests, excluding the Final Exam, will be taken in the Science Testing Center and may be taken during normal Science Testing Center hours, day or evening. Tests are to be taken outside of class lecture time. If an exam is retaken, the higher of the scores is counted. Please note: No tests will be given out less than one hour, 30 minutes before the Science Testing Center closes. You must present an Amarillo College student ID every time you take a test. The Science Testing Center staff will retain your ID while you take your test and it will be returned to you when you turn in your test. when using the Science Testing Center students should scan in and out with their Amarillo College student I.D.
MANDITORY TUTORING:
Warren Hall 110
In an effort to increase retention in Biology courses, any student who scores below a 70 on any exam (excluding the Final Exam week) must complete a mandatory tutoring session in the Science Enrichment Center or with his/her instructor before taking the next exam. Before getting mandatory tutoring, students must first schedule a tutoring time with the SEC by either calling (806 345-5536), online, or visiting (Warren Hall 110). The SEC will do its best to accommodate a student’s schedule within the SEC hours of operation. This may require plenty of advanced notice by the student as time slots fill quickly. Upon arrival in the SEC, students must inform SEC staff that they are there for mandatory tutoring. Mandatory tutoring will not require remediation over a failed test. The first instance of mandatory tutoring will be for 60 minutes.
CHEATING:
Cheating will not be tolerated in any biology course at Amarillo College. On the first day of class, you will be required to sign and date a Course Contract. Included in the contract is the following statement: "I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test I will receive an automatic “F” in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes, but is not limited to: the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones*, copying or leaving the Science Testing Center with a test or questions from a test. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test." You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and on file in the Science Testing Center.
*Please Note: NO CELL PHONES in the Testing Room. If we see your cell phone out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, YOU WILL RECEIVE an "F" for the course!
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