Course Syllabus
Note to instructor: This syllabus was created using the CCC syllabus template and the BIO-181 Course Outline
Contact Information & Expectations
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Course Description & Prerequisites
An introductory course in Biology emphasizing central principles related to cellular and molecular processes in the cell. Course will include molecular structure, cell structure, reproduction, metabolism molecular genetics and evolution.
General Education: Physical and Biological Sciences Three lecture; three lab.
Course OUTCOMES
Students will:
- Evaluate scientific questions using the scientific method and hypothesis testing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the molecular structure and function of biological molecules.
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic cellular structure and function
- Demonstrate an understanding of enzyme-mediated metabolic reactions.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic process of cell signaling and signal transduction.
- Demonstrate an understanding of cellular respiration.
- Demonstrate an understanding of photosynthesis.
- Evaluate patterns of genetic inheritance.
- Demonstrate an understanding of cellular reproduction.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the processes of DNA replication, transcription and translation.
- Evaluate the impact of biotechnology and genetic modification on society.
- Analyze how biological concepts in this course affect other fields of study.
course requirements
Textbook(s):
Required Textbook: We will be using an open-source textbook this semester which can be downloaded for free. You may purchase a hard copy of the textbook if desired (not required). However, you must purchase a laboratory kit.
Textbook Options:
Digital Version of Textbook (free):
- Biology 2e with access by OpenStax:
- Can be:
- downloaded as a .pdf
- downloaded as an app to your phone
- viewed online through a web browser
- downloaded on iBooks
- downloaded for Kindle
- read on Chegg
- Can be:
To access the textbook in digital format for free, go to: OpenStax - Biology 2e (Links to an external site.)
Hardcopy Version of Textbook (optional):
- Ordering a hard copy through CCC Bookstore:
- Title: Unity of Life: Life of the Cell
- ISBN: 978-1-63434-849-2
- Ordering a hard copy from a different online source:
- Title: Biology 2e
- ISBN: 978-1947172517
Laboratory Kit (you must purchase this laboratory kit): Student Ordering Page-Coco Kit1194 [PDF]
eScience Labs Laboratory Kit*. You must purchase a lab kit to complete 6 labs at home. Please order you lab kit as soon as possible. You will start using you lab kit during week #2! You may purchase your kit through the CCC bookstore or directly through the eScience Labs website. The SKU number for our kit is KIT1194. More specific instructions for ordering the kit directly from the eScience Lab website can be found here:
*Copies available in CCC bookstore
Learning Management System (LMS)
CCC Grade Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
| 100% - 90% | A |
| 89% - 80% | B |
| 79% - 70% | C |
| 69% - 60% | D |
| Less than 60% | F |
Course Policies
Classroom Etiquette & Standards of Conduct
The key to success in an on-line course is keeping up with your work. Due dates for assignments are listed within the class shell. Plan your time accordingly so you do not miss due dates or deadlines.You are expected to apply critical thinking skills and, where appropriate, to engage in civil and scholarly discourse.
Attendance
The college requires the implementation of an attendance policy and adherence to this policy applies equally to all students. Attendance for online classes is defined by the Department of Education as taking an assessment, submitting an assignment, contributing in a chat or discussion, or emailing the instructor. Logging into an online course and then logging out is not considered attendance in an online class. Students must engage in an academically related activity. Students are expected to regularly and punctually attend all classes in which they are enrolled. If you have three or more unexcused absences, you may be dropped from the course. It is your responsibility to obtain missed handouts or learn of changes to the schedule. All absences are considered unexcused unless you notify me in advance. Students are responsible for notifying their instructors in advance of a planned absence and must complete all class assignments as required. Students are responsible for following registration deadlines and understanding the ramifications of dropping or withdrawing from a class.
Late Work
If you know that you will miss an assignment (such as an exam or checkpoint), coordinate with the instructor beforehand to schedule completing the assignment. Any assignment missed without prior coordination (at least 48 hours’ notice) will be graded “0”. There will be no “make up” assignments or extra credit assignments.
Institutional Policies
Procedure 140-01: Acceptable Use of Technology
Any individual who uses the technology resources of Coconino Community College consents to all of the provisions of the Acceptable Use of Technology Policy (Policy 140-00) and agrees to comply with all of the terms and conditions set forth herein, and with all other applicable College policies, regulations, procedures, and rules, including applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Procedure 503-01: Student Code of Conduct
The Student Code of Conduct informs students about the established standards of behavior and the application of due process procedures. Coconino Community College will promote all educational activities to be conducted in an environment that encourages reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, openness to constructive change, and respect for the rights of all individuals. This policy is intended to maintain order and stability, and preserve the educational functions of the College.
Modification
The instructor reserves the right to add, delete, or modify the syllabus with reasonable notification.
Comprehensive Syllabus
To download a copy of the entire syllabus click on this link, BIO_181_02 Syllabus Summer 2020 Online Woodruff-1.pdf
Course Summary:
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