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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 | 6 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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Course covers the methods of science, principles of evolution, Mendelian and chromosomal 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:
Recommended Preparation:
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Course covers the principles of methods of science, evolution, Mendelian and chromosomal 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.
(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
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
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Explain the principles of heredity, emphasizing Mendelian and
non-Mendelian genetics, the chromosomal basis of inheritance, and
probability.
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. Describe and explain patterns and processes of population
evolution.
5. Memorize the system of classification for major groups of animals
and be able to classify a selected number of animals.
6. Describe the evolutionary links between major taxonomic groups
and relate these links to evolutionary history and processes.
7. Describe the basic anatomical systems of animals and distinguish
between the complementarity of these structures and their
physiological and behavioral functions.
8. Explain basic physiological processes of animals such as
thermoregulation, metabolism, circulation, gas exchange,
osmoregulation, chemical coordination and nervous integration.
9. Relate animal behavior to physiology and ecology.
10. Define the basic steps of the scientific method and apply these
methods in experimental laboratory exercises, generating lab reports
in formal 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. Partial dominance, multiple alleles, sex linkage
B. Relationship of genotype and phenotype
C. Effects of environment on genetic expression
III. Evolution
A. Population evolution; Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium
B. Evidence for Evolution
C. Mechanisms of evolution
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. Taxonomy, classification, systematics
C. Diversity of protozoa
V. Animal anatomy and physiology
A. Animal architecture and design
B. Membranes and their physiological roles
C. Physiological ecology of animals
D. Anatomy and physiology
1. circulation, respiration, excretion, digestion
2. metabolism, thermoregulation, and energetics
3. locomotion, protection and support
4. neutral and endocrine control, regulation
5. diving, swimming, and flying adaptations
6. reproduction and development of animals
VI. Animal Behavior
VII. Laboratory Exercises
A. Animal taxonomy and systematics
B. Diversity and phylogeny of invertebrates
C. Diversity and phylogeny of vertebrates
D. Reproduction and development
E. Functional morphology and locomotion
F. Thermoregulation, osmoregulation or acclimation
G. Behavior
H. Field biology
Assignments:
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1. Weekly reading in text and other sources, 50-80 pages per week.
2. Lab reports: may include calculation, graphing and data
analysis, 3-5/semester.
3. Field notes
4. Solving population genetics and Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium
problems
5. Formal assessment: 3 to 4 midterm exams and a comprehensive
final exam including objective and essay questions, 3 to 4 lab
practical examinations, 3-4 quizzes.
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% |
Field notes | |
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 10 - 30% |
Lab reports, genetics and Hardy-Weinberg problems | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 0 - 0% |
None | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 40 - 80% |
Multiple choice, completion, essay questions | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 0 - 10% |
Active participation in class, including field trips | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Biology, Campbell and Reece, 8th edition, 2008
Integrative Principles of Zoology, C.P. Hickman et al., 14th edition, 2005
Animal Diversity, C.P. Hickman et al, 5th edition, 2009
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