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CATALOG INFORMATION
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Discipline and Nbr:
BIO 2.2 | Title:
FUND BIO:EVO, GENET, ZOO |
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Full Title:
Fundamentals of Biology (Evolution, Genetics, and Zoology) |
Last Reviewed:8/14/2023 |
Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
Maximum | 5.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 3.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 52.50 |
Minimum | 5.00 | Lab Scheduled | 6.00 | 8 min. | Lab Scheduled | 105.00 |
| Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| Contact Total | 9.00 | | Contact Total | 157.50 |
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| Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 262.50 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade Only
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
BIO 2A
Catalog Description:
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Covers scientific method, evolution, genetics, and the phylogeny of animals with emphasis on development, morphology, physiology and behavior. Field trips taken. Intended for students majoring in biological sciences, pre-medical, or related pre-professional programs. (Formerly BIO 1.2, BIO 2A)
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Course Completion of BIO 2.1
Recommended Preparation:
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Covers scientific method, evolution, genetics, and the phylogeny of animals with emphasis on development, morphology, physiology and behavior. Field trips taken. Intended for students majoring in biological sciences, pre-medical, or related pre-professional programs. (Formerly BIO 1.2, BIO 2A)
(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:Course Completion of BIO 2.1
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Associate Degree: | Effective: | Spring 1982
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Area: | C
| Natural Sciences
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CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
| B2 | Life Science | Fall 1981 | |
| B3 | Laboratory Activity | | |
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IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
| 5B | Biological Sciences | Fall 1981 | |
| 5C | Fulfills Lab Requirement | | |
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CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Spring 1982 | Inactive: | |
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UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Spring 1982 | Inactive: | |
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C-ID: |
CID Descriptor: BIOL 150 | Zoology / Animal Diversity and Evolution | SRJC Equivalent Course(s): BIO2.2 |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Major Applicable Course
COURSE CONTENT
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Independently apply the scientific method, biological knowledge, and critical thinking skills to
the investigation and evaluation of natural phenomena, and summarize results in written
scientific format.
2. Perform laboratory techniques, including dissection and microscopy, with a high level of
expertise without assistance or instruction.
3. Describe underlying mechanisms of evolution leading to adaptations and patterns in animal
diversity.
4. Explain the mechanisms of unique animal physiological systems (nervous, muscular,
digestive, and excretory).
Objectives:
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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Explain the principles of heredity, including post-Mendelian genetics and the chromosomal
basis of inheritance.
2. Define the basic principles of evolutionary theory and be able to apply them to diversity and
evolution of all life forms.
3. Integrate the concepts of genetics with the processes of evolution and phylogeny.
4. Evaluate phylogenetics using cladistics as hypotheses for evolutionary relationships.
5. Describe processes of population evolution.
6. Describe the system of classification for major groups of animals and be able to classify a
selected number of animals.
7. Describe the basic anatomical systems of animals and explain the relationship between their
structure and their physiological and behavioral functions.
8. Explain basic physiological processes of animals such as thermoregulation, circulation, gas
exchange, movement, nutrient processing, osmoregulation, chemical communication, and
nervous integration.
9. Relate animal behavior to evolution and ecology.
10. Define the basic steps of the scientific method and apply these methods in experimental
laboratory exercises, generating lab reports in scientific paper format.
Topics and Scope
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I. Introduction
A. Levels of biological organization
B. Scientific method
C. The use of biostatistics in analysis of data
II. Post-Mendelian Genetics
A. Relationship of genotype and phenotype
B. Effects of environment on genetic expression
III. Evolution
A. Population evolution
B. Evidence
C. Mechanisms
D. Biological and other species concepts
E. Macroevolution
1. speciation
2. reproductive isolating mechanisms
3. adaptive radiation
IV. Animal Diversity
A. Phylogeny and adaptation
B. Systematics and cladistics
C. Protozoa and the origin of animals
V. Animal Anatomy and Physiology
A. Animal architecture and design
B. Membranes and their physiological roles
C. Anatomy and physiology
1. circulation, respiration, excretion, and digestion
2. metabolism, thermoregulation, and energetics
3. locomotion, protection, and support
4. neural and endocrine systems
5. reproduction and development of animals
VI. Animal Behavior
VII. Laboratory Exercises
A. Animal taxonomy and cladistics
B. Diversity and phylogeny of major animal phyla
C. Reproduction and development
D. Functional morphology and locomotion
E. Field biology
Assignments:
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Lecture-Related Assignments
1. Exams (3-4)
2. Quizzes (0-10)
Lab-Related Assignments
1. Scientific writing: may include calculation, graphing, data analysis, and literature review (2-4)
2. Lab practical exams (3-4)
3. Quizzes (0-20)
4. Lab skill demonstrations such as dissections, microscopy, and/or insect collection (1-4)
Lecture- and Lab-Related Assignments
1. Weekly reading in text and other sources (40-80 pages/week)
2. Oral presentations relating to course topics (0-3)
3. Field journaling
4. Exercises in cladistics and/or genetic analysis (0-5)
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing 10 - 30% |
Scientific writing and field journaling | |
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 5 - 20% |
Exercises in cladistics and/or genetic analysis | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 5 - 20% |
Lab skill demonstrations such as dissections, microscopy, and/or insect collection | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 50 - 80% |
Lecture and lab exams and quizzes (including multiple choice, completion, objective, and essay questions) | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 0 - 15% |
Oral presentation and active participation in class, including field trips | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Campbell Biology. 11th ed. Urry, Lisa and Cain, Michael and Wasserman, Steven. Pearson. 2017
Animal Diversity. 7th ed. Hickman, Cleveland and Roberts, Larry and Keen, Susan. MCG. 2015
Integrative Principles of Zoology. 16th ed. Hickman, Cleveland and Keen, Susan and Larson, Allan. MCG. 2013 (classic)
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