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BIOL 172 Lab - Spring 2017 Schedule & Assignments

Explore biology and diversity of algae, fungi, plants, and animals. Study mammalian anatomy and Kingdom Animalia. Mandatory attendance, pre-lab quizzes, lab summaries, and practical exams. Grading details and lab safety guidelines provided.

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BIOL 172 Lab - Spring 2017 Schedule & Assignments

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  1. BIOL 172 Lab Spring 2017

  2. Instructor: Michelle Smith Contact Information: Email: miliefsk@hawaii.edu

  3. Class Web Sites: www.wcc.hawaii.edu/facstaff/miliefsky-m/ • Syllabus • Schedule • Assignments • Handouts

  4. Lab Time & Location Lab: Section 64063 Wednesday 1-3:45 Imiloa 103

  5. Instructor’s Office Location & Hours Imiloa 136 TR 9:45-11:30 or by apt.

  6. Course Topics Biology and diversity of: • algae • fungi • plants • animal body plans • Kingdom Animalia: mollusks, annelids, arthropods, echinoderms and chordates • Mammalian anatomy

  7. Cell Phones Please turn it off before arriving to class!

  8. Attendance • Mandatory • Be on Time! • Don’t expect labs to end early. • Let instructor know if you anticipate an absence.

  9. Pre-Lab Quizzes • 11 pre-lab quizzes (55 points) • Posted @ www.wcc.hawaii.edu/facstaff/miliefsky-m/ • Go to BIOL 172L site • No make-up quizzes • Don’t be late

  10. Lab Summaries • 240 pts • 12 lab summaries (20 pts each) • Late summaries deduct 5 pts • More than 1 week late not accepted • Answer questions (typed) • Define vocabulary • Be organized! Lab Summary Fungus

  11. Lab Notebook • 120 pts • 4 note books (2 lined and 2 blank) Date: 9/10/13 Lab 04 Plant structure Fig. 1. Dicotyledon Perfect Complete Flower

  12. Field Trip • Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden

  13. Corn/Bean Experiment Full lab report (120 points) • Purpose • Background • Procedures • Results (tables, figures, pictures) • Discussion

  14. Lab Practicals: • 2 exams • 232.5 points each (465 pts) • No make-up or retake Form study groups

  15. Grading Practical Examinations (2) 465 points Pre-Lab Quizzes (11) 55 points Laboratory Notebook (12) 120 points Research Paper (corn/bean) 120 points Laboratory Summaries (12) 240 points TOTAL 1000 points Grade cutoffs: A = above 90% B = 80%-89% C = 70%-79% D = 60%-69% F = below 59% No plus or minus final grades

  16. LabPhotoAtlas Adams, B. & Crawley, J. (2013). Van De Graff's Photographic Atlas for the Biology Laboratory (7th edition). Morton Pub. ISBN. 161731058-1 (~$40)

  17. Academic Dishonesty • Cheating • Plagiarism See student handbook on conduct code or http://www.hawaii.edu/student/conduct/imper.html

  18. Lab Safety 01

  19. Lab Policies • Sign Waiver • Sign Field Trip Form

  20. Lab Safety Prohibited • Food • Drink • Smoking • Cell phone • Horseplay • Open-toed shoes

  21. Lab Safety • Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each chemical used is available to you upon request. • Identify the location of the fire extinguisher, first aid kit, emergency shower, and eyewash

  22. Lab Safety Please Report The Following to the instructor: • Injuries • Broken equipment • Broken glass or tools

  23. Lab Safety

  24. Lab Attire • Lab coat • Gloves • Goggles • No open-toed shoes

  25. Preparation • Read assignment before attending lab • Be prepared to attend a field trip: sunscreen, hat, water (rain or shine)

  26. Behavior • Have a positive attitude! • Work cooperatively with group members • Field trips: You represent the school. Be respectful.

  27. Clean-up • Everyone participates • Disinfect your work area • Put equipment away

  28. Most Important • Keep you eyes open to your surroundings. • If your not sure, ASK!

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