BI101 Instructor: Jess Friel Things to do before class starts: Sit where you want to work all term. As you wait for class to start, introduce yourself to the students around you. – See the instructor if you are trying to add the class.

BI101, 102 & 103 These are for non-science majors. – Meet transfer and program requirements for a science with lab. – Some nursing programs require BI102. Science majors (Biology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife Management, etc.), Pre-med (planning on med school) and Pre-Pharmacy should be in BI211, 212, 213. – Pre/co-requisite: Must have completed CH121 or 221 with a C or better or be currently enrolled. – Also recommend some background in Biology (like H.S. Bio or at least one 100 level Bio here.)

Syllabus Jessica Friel Phone: Website:

Required Materials Access to the Internet – At school or at home, but you must have it! BI101 Lab Packet – Make sure you have it before class on Wednesday this week. Bring the entire packet to class every day. – It includes Pre-labs which will be graded and must be completed before you come to lab. Text: Discover Biology, by Singh-Cundy et. al., 5 th ed. – Will be used for all three terms this school year. Demo the E-book: Buy the E-book: E-book custom-made BY-THE-CHAPTER packages 101 ($22): ($28): ($26):

Lectures Presentations where I expect students to participate by asking questions, providing answers, and offering comments. Students are expected to be prepared (e.g., read the book, complete the assignments, etc) and to actively participate in lectures.

Evaluation Your grade will be determined by your overall performance on a series of assessments including laboratory work, class activities, exams, reports, projects, and presentations. These assessments will evaluate your mastery of course content but also your ability to use the scientific method of inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Grading The grading scale is a standard, firm scale as follows

Course Assignments A variety of assignments will be given throughout the course including homework, quizzes, and other projects related to the course. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced.

Exams Exams consist of multiple-choice, short answer and essay questions based on lecture material. Mid-term exams are not cumulative with the exception of certain concepts that will be emphasized throughout the course (e.g., the scientific method). The final exam is cumulative.

Read Through Expectations Attendance Punctuality Student Services Academic Integrity

Lecture Schedule Additional class work will be assigned during class. Due dates for that work will be communicated during class WeekDateLectureReadingAssignments Due 19/24 Nature of Science & Characters of Life 1 Course Forms 210/1 Biological Diversity: Prokaryotes 2Worksheet 1 310/8Biological Diversity: Eukaryotes3, 4 Worksheet 2 410/15The Biosphere21 Mid-term 1 Worksheet 3 510/22Growth of Populations22 Worksheet 4 610/29Ecological Communities23 Worksheet 5 711/5Ecosystems24 Midterm 2 Worksheet 6 811/12 Holiday No classes in observance of Veterans Day 911/19Global Change25 Worksheet /26Sustainability Worksheet 8 Final Exam Wednesday, December 5 rd from 10:00-11:50 AM

Labs Based on exercises in the lab packet. Students will work in groups in lab and cooperation is expected. Lab exercises will consist of observation and / or experimental work. Critical thinking skills will be essential and participation in lab activities is mandatory. Preparation for lab includes reading the lab packet and bringing necessary materials (e.g. textbook, lab packet, etc).

Lab Assignments Pre-Lab: Due before the lab begins Post-Lab: Given to you after you have completed your lab and all questions in the lab Lab packet: for three of the labs we will not have Post-Labs, instead you will be turning in the lab packet Course project: is a chance for you to explore volunteer opportunities in environmental science. A detailed description of the course project will be provided in class.

Lab Schedule WeekDateLabAssignments Due 19/26Dichotomous Keys Pre-lab 1: Dichotomous Keys 210/3 County Park Trip-Metsker Park* Post-Lab 1: Dichotomous Keys Pre-lab 2: Metsker Park Trip “Organization List” Worksheet 310/10 No Lab ** (field trip compensation) Summary of Scheduled Activities Lab 2: Metsker Field Trip Packet 410/17Microscopy & Aquatic Life Pre-lab 4: Microscopy & Aquatic Life 510/24World Populations Pre-lab 5: World Populations Post-Lab 4: Microscopy & Aquatic Life 610/31Symbioses Pre-lab 6: Symbioses Lab 5: World Populations 711/7Antimicrobial Compounds Pre-lab 7: Antimicrobial Compounds Post-Lab 6: Symbioses 811/14 Carbon Cycle Antimicrobial Observations Pre-lab 8: Carbon Cycle Individual Journal Assignment 911/21 No Lab ** (field trip compensation) Post-Lab 8: Carbon Cycle Lab 7: Antimicrobial Compounds 1011/28Group Project Presentations PowerPoint Presentation (11/27) *** Reference List (11/28) No labs during finals week! Due dates for Cascade trip: Pre-Lab Cascade Trip due as you get on the bus for that trip Lab Packet for the Cascade trip is due in my mailbox by Oct. 19th by 5:00pm * Meet in classroom ** Be sure to sign-up and attend one (1) of the trips to the Cascades. *** me the PowerPoint Presentation for your project the day before

Field trips Mesker County Park – October 3 rd from 11:30-3:30 Cascades Trip: – Must sign up for one of the following time: Saturday 10/6 7am-8pm CRN 34795* Sunday 10/7 7am-8pm CRN Saturday 10/13 6am-7pm CRN 34797* Sunday 10/14 6am-7pm CRN Sunday 10/14 8am-9pm CRN * Trips I will be on- don’t need to go on a trip I’m on