KERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT – CERRO COSO COLLEGE

BIOL C105H COURSE OUTLINE OF RECORD

  1. DISCIPLINE AND COURSE NUMBER:
    BIOL C105H
  2. COURSE TITLE:
    Concepts of Biology Honors
  3. C-ID:
  4. CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION:
    This is an introductory course in biological science with laboratory experience for non-majors. The course illustrates the principles of organization, cell structure and function, genetics, metabolism, organ systems, and reproduction (plant and animal), ecology, evolution, and animal behavior. The course is not open to students with credit in BIOL C101. The honors course provides more content and requires greater intensity and depth of study than the non-honors class.

  5. GRADING METHOD

    Default:
    S = Standard Letter Grade
    Optional:
     
    P = Pass/No Pass;A = Audit
  6. TOTAL UNITS:
    5

  7. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS / UNITS & HOURS:

    Lecture
    72
    Lab
    54
    Activity
    Open Entry/Open Exit
    Volunteer Work Experience
    Paid Work Experience
    Non Standard
    Non-Standard Hours Justification:

  8. REPEATABILITY

    Type:
     
    Non-Repeatable Credit
    Limit:
  9. MATERIALS FEE:
    No
  10. CREDIT BY EXAM:
    No
  11. CORE MISSION APPLICABILITY:
    Associate Degree Applicable (ADA);UC/CSU Transfer
  12. STAND-ALONE:
    No

  13. PROGRAM APPLICABILITY

    Required:
     
    Elective:
    General Sciences AA (AA Degree Program)
    General Sciences AA (AA Degree Program)
    Liberal Arts: Mathematics & Science AA (AA Degree Program)
    Liberal Arts: Mathematics & Science AA (AA Degree Program)

  14. GENERAL EDUCATION APPLICABILITY

    Local:
    CC GE Area I: Natural Science = Life Sciences;
    IGETC:
     
    5B: Biological Science with a Lab;
    CSU:
    CSU GE Area B: Physical and its Life Forms(mark all that apply) = B2 - Life Science;
    CSU GE Area B: Physical and its Life Forms(mark all that apply) = B3 - Laboratory Sciences;
    UC Transfer Course:
     
    CSU Transfer Course:

  15. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES—Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to

    1. Define key biological terms an apply basic biological concepts.
    2. Describe important processes of the cell including: chemistry, cellular structure, energy flow, protein synthesis, cellular respiration, and inheritance.
    3. Apply the concepts of evolutionary biology and natural selection to form and function.
    4. Compare the form and function of important organ systems of animals and plants.
    5. Describe ecological processes of populations, communities, ecosystems and biosphere.
    6. Relate key biological advancements to their applications in daily life.
    7. Analyze a topic appropriate for intensified study beyond the scope of the non-honors class, using university-level readings and vocabulary and demonstrating intellectual autonomy. This project will result in a research paper or oral presentation based on research—both scored by a rubric—or a graded exam.

  16. REQUISITES

    Prerequisite:

    Acceptance to the Honors Program or eligibility for this honors course as determined by the instructor.
    Advisory:
    Reading - 1 Level Prior to transfer
    Writing - 1 Level Prior to transfer

  17. DETAILED TOPICAL OUTLINE:

    Lecture:

    A.    Scientific Method (A)    
    B.    Characteristics of Life     (A, G)
    C.    Chemistry of Life (A,B,G)
    1.    Atomic Structure
    2.    Chemical Bonding
    D.    Biological Molecules (A,B,G)
    1.    Organic Molecule Synthesis
    2.    Carbohydrates
    3.    Lipids
    4.    Proteins
    5.    Nucleic Acids
    E.    Cell Structures (A,B,G)
    1.    Membrane Structure
    2.    Substances Crossing Membrane
    3.    Prokaryotic Cell Structures
    4.    Eukaryotic Cell Structures
    F.    Energy Flow in Life (A,B,G)
    1.    Energy Flow in Chemical Reactions
    2.     Control of Metabolic Reactions
    G.    Photosynthesis (A,B,G)
    1.    Light-Dependant Reactions
    2.    Light-Independent Reactions
    H.    Glucose Metabolism (A,B,G)
    1.    Glycolysis
    2.    Cellular Respiration
    I.    DNA (A,B,G)
    1.    Structure
    2.    Replication
    J.    Gene Expression and Regulation (A,B,G)
    1.    Relationship Between Genes and Proteins
    2.    Transcription
    3.    Translation
    4.    Mutations and Genes
    5.    Gene Regulation
    K.    Cellular Reproduction (A,B,G)
    1.    Function of Cellular Reproduction
    2.    Cell Cycle
    3.    Mitosis
    4.    Cytokinesis
    5.    Meiosis
    6.    Meiosis, Sexual Reproduction and Variability
    L.    Inheritance (A,B,G)
    1.    Mendel and the Foundations of Inheritance
    2.    Single Trait Inheritance
    3.    Multiply Trait Inheritance
    4.    Sex Determination
    5.    Variations on Mendelian Genetics
    6.    Human Genetic Disorders
    M.    Biotechnology (A, G)
           Uses and Applications
    N.    Foundations of Evolution (A,C)
    1.    Definition of Evolution
    2.    Darwin and His Ideas
    3.    Evidence for Evolution
    O.    Evolution in Populations (A,C,G)
    1.    Gene Pool of a Population
    2.    Five Causes of Evolution 
    3.    Natural Selection in Detail
    P.    Origin of Species (A,C)
    1.    Allopatric and Sympatric Speciation
    2.    Maintenance of  Reproductive Isolation
    3.    Causes of Extinction
    Q.    Systematics (A,C,G)
    1.    Naming and Classifying Organism
    2.    Domains and Kingdoms
    3.    Biological Species Concept and Its Limitations
    4.    Phylogenetic Trees
    R.    Biodiversity of Microbes (A,D,G)
    1.    Viruses
    2.    Bacteria and Archea
    3.    Single-Celled Eukaryotes
    S.    Biodiversity of Fungi (A,D,G)
          Key Features
    T.    Biodiversity of Plants (A,D,G)
    1.    Key Features
    2.    Evolutionary Origin of Plants
    3.    Invasion of Land
    U.    Biodiversity of Animals (A,D,G)
    1.    Key Features
    2.    Major Branch Point of Evolutionary Tree
    3.    Survey of Phyla
    V.    Plant Form and Function (A,E,G)
    1.    Roots
    2.    Stems
    3.    Leaves
    4.    Transport of Water 
    5.    Transport of Sugars
    W.    Plant Reproduction (A,E,G)
    1.    Pollination and Fertilization
    2.    Seed and Fruit Development
    3.    Seed Germination
    X.    Animal Circulation (A,E,G)
    1.    Heart
    2.    Blood
    3.    Types and Functions of Blood Vessels
    4.    Lymphatic System
    Y.     Respiration (A,E,G)
    1.    Gas Exchange
    2.    Human Respiratory Structures
    Z.     Digestion (A,E,G)
    1.    Survey of Important Nutrients
    2.    Process of Digestion
    3.    Human Digestive Structures
    AA.    Immune System  (A,E,G)
    1.    Body’s Defense System
    2.    Immune Response
    3.    When the Immune System Malfunctions
    BB.    Animal Reproduction (A,E,G)
    1.    Types of Reproduction 
    2.    Human Reproductive System
    3.    Limiting Fertility
    CC.    Population Ecology (A,F,G)
    1.    Population Growth and Regulation
    2.    Human Population Growth
    DD.    Community Ecology (A,F,G)
    1.    Competition
    2.    Predator-Prey Interactions
    3.    Symbiosis
    4.    Community Structure
    EE.    Ecosystem Ecology (A,F,G)
    1.    Energy Flow
    2.    Nutrient Flow
    3.    Global Warming
    FF.    Biomes (A,F,G)
    1.    Factors Influencing Weather and Climate
    2.    Life Distributed on Land
    3.    Life Distributed in Water
    GG.    Laboratory Experiments (A-G)
    1.    Lab Safety
    2.    Scientific Method
    3.    Microscopy
    4.    Cells and Osmosis
    5.    Metabolism
    6.    Photosynthesis
    7.    Cell Division
    8.    Heredity
    9.    Molecular Dogma
    10.    Gel Electrophoresis
    11.    Natural Selection
    12.    Topics in Evolution
    13.    Circulatory System
    14.    Respiratory System
    15.    Reproductive system
    16.    Fetal Pig Dissection
    17.    Plant Survey
    18.    Plant Reproduction
    19.    Biomes


    20.Honors students choose a research projoct from the topics covered in the course.  Students examine the topic in much greater deatail.  Studenst present an oral presentation on the topic.  Students must present from three review papers from scientific journals.  

    Lab:

    Laboratory exercises are designed to complement understanding of lecture material.  e.g. The effects of hypertonic and hypotonic solutions on cells is examined to illustrate osmosis.

  18. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION--Course instructional methods may include but are not limited to

    1. Demonstration;
    2. Discussion;
    3. Field trip;
    4. Laboratory;
    5. Lecture;
    6. Library;
    7. Other (Specify);
    8. Outside reading;

  19. OUT OF CLASS ASSIGNMENTS:  Out of class assignments may include but are not limited to

    Read and outline assigned chapters. Work problems in the back of the chapters. Complete internet based assignments. Research a topic, use library resources to access scientific journals, write research paper.

  20. METHODS OF EVALUATION: Assessment of student performance may include but is not limited to

    Homework Assignments: Students are asked to assimilate the assigned reading material. e.g. Read chapter 2. Student should read chapter two and assimilate material. Method of material assimilation is not prescribed. It is suggested that students outline chapters, answer study questions in the text, utilize on-line materials provided by the text publisher, and form study groups.

    Quizzes: Quizzes covering topics from lecture material and reading assignments are given. e.g. A quiz covering sub atomic particles and bonds is given to assess students’ understanding of these concepts.

    Exams: Exams covering the material covered in lecture and reading assignments are given to assess student learning. e.g. Exam one covers the scientific method, chemistry of life, biological molecules, cell biology, energy flow in biological systems, cellular respiration, and photosynthesis. The exam can be but is not limited to multiple choice, true/false, short answer and essay.

    Honor projects include oral presentation and or a research paper.

    Laboratory Experiments: Laboratory experiments are designed to provide hands on learning for concepts discussed in lecture. E.g. The effects of hypertonic and hypotonic solutions on cells are examined under the microscope to illustrate osmosis.

  21. TEXTS, READINGS, AND MATERIALS: Instructional materials may include but are not limited to

    Textbooks
    Campbell, N,A.,Reece, J.B. & Simon, .J. (2010) Essential Biology with Physiology, 3rd, -Benjamin Cummings
    Manuals
    Periodicals
    Software
    Other
    Current articles from Scientific American, Science, Science News, etc. Assignments on the Internet
  22. METHOD OF DELIVERY:
    Face to face;
  23. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    Biological Sciences (Masters Required);

  24. APPROVALS:

    Origination Date
    08/18/2010
    State Approval Date
    Content Review
    2011-03-11 00:00:00.0
    APP Status Date
    CIC Approval Date
    Board of Trustees
    Last Outline Revision
    2011-03-11 00:00:00.0
    CC Approval
    2011-03-11 00:00:00.0
    CIPD Approval
    Board of Trustees
    2011-04-14 00:00:00.0
    State Approval
    2011-04-29 00:00:00.0
    Requisite Validation
    UC Approval
    70 = Fall 2001
    CSU Approval
    70 = Fall 2001
    IGETC Approval
    70 = Fall 2001
    CSU GE Approval
    70 = Fall 2001