Biology 1	Principles of Biology
Fall 2004
Syllabus

Lab Instructor: Jean	Unruh (Office Hours: T 11-12, TH 1-2. LFS1 1; 638-3641 VM# 3961; email Junruh@scccd.org)

Textbook:
Peter H. Raven & George B. Johnson, Biology, 2002, 6th Ed.

Lab Manual:
R.	Elizondo, Biology: Biology 1 Lab Manual.

Course Objectives:
1.	Gain an understanding of basic biological terms and principles.
2.	Study the structure and function of various life forms and in particular human body systems.
3.	Become aware of the diversity of life and become familiar with hierarchical schemes of biological organization and taxonomy.
4.	Be able to recognize and identify different animals and plants through the use of lab specimens, slides, overheads, and models.
5.	Perform basic hands-on experiments in lab to increase your understanding of life.

Grading:
Lecture:	60%
Lab:	40% Laboratory grading will consist of 3 lab exams, 14 lab reports, and weekly quizzes.
	Lab Exams:	80 points each x 3 =	240 points
	Lab Reports:	10 points each x 14 =	140 points
	Critical Thinking:	10 points each x 2	20 Points
Total	400 points

Lab quizzes worth 4-5 points will be given weekly. These will be added to your grade as extra credit. Critical thinking essay questions worth 10 points each will be part of lab exams 2 & 3. Labs turned in late will have points deducted.

Your lab scores will be given to the lecture instructor who will determine your final grade for the class.

Absences and Tardiness:
You are expected to attend all class sessions. Two or more absences in lab will put you in jeopardy and you will be considered for being dropped from the class. If you are seriously ill or have a major emergency, call the switchboard (638-3641) and leave a message in your instructor’s voice mail. Tardiness is a partial absence and three times being tardy will be treated as an absence. Failure to progress (poor grades or not turning in lab reports) is also grounds for dismissal from the class.

If you have a documented disability or other concerns, please let me know. Appropriate accommodations will be provided for you.

Cell Phones: Cell phones that are used or go off in class will be confiscated until the end of the class hour.