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Majors Ecology/ Evolution ( also Biodiversity and Genetics)

Majors Ecology/ Evolution ( also Biodiversity and Genetics). Biol 221. TTH (lecture) 11:30-12:55 p.m. AND MW (lab) 11:30-1:25 p.m. Section AS OR MW (lab) 3:00-4:55 p.m. Section BS. COURSE CONTRACT: POLICY STATEMENT AND SYLLABI. Instructor: Dr. Debra Lancaster.

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Majors Ecology/ Evolution ( also Biodiversity and Genetics)

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  1. Majors Ecology/ Evolution (also Biodiversity and Genetics) Biol 221

  2. TTH (lecture) 11:30-12:55 p.m. AND MW (lab) 11:30-1:25 p.m. Section AS OR MW (lab) 3:00-4:55 p.m. Section BS

  3. COURSE CONTRACT: POLICY STATEMENT AND SYLLABI

  4. Instructor: Dr. Debra Lancaster Office#: 214 Kulshan Hall Office phone: 383-3531 (please feel free to leave a message) Email: dlancast@whatcom.ctc.edu Office hours: • T 11:00-11:25 a.m. AND 3:30-4:00 p.m. • TH 10:30-11:25 a.m. AND 3:30-4 p.m. • F 11:00-noon • Others by appointment

  5. Instructor Information Education: AAS from Tyler Junior College B.S. Biology from University of Texas at Tyler M.S. Zoology from Miami University Ph.D. Environmental and Evolutionary Biology from University of Louisiana, Lafeyette.

  6. Teaching experience TA during work on Master’s and Ph.D. Lecturer, Southwest Missouri State University 1994-1995 Senior Faculty, Whatcom Community College (started here in 1995)

  7. Interest in Biology Began as a child- Examined lots of invertebrates e.g., isopods and ants Learned how to catch lizards Oh happy days, learned how to catch snakes Note- this did not thrill my mom

  8. Relatively recent research Reproduction in the Western Ribbon Snake Reproduction in the Western Cottonmouth Snakes of the Old Sabine Bottom Wildlife Management Area

  9. Required materials: Campbell, N.A, J. B. Reese, L. A. Urry, M. L. Cain, S. A. Wasserman, P. V. Minorsky, and R. B. Jackson. 2008. Biology 8th Ed. Benjamin Cummings, Menlo Park, California, USA. Morgan, J. G. and M. E. B. Carter. 2008. Investigating Biology, 6th Edition. Benjamin Cummings, Menlo Park, California, USA. Notes, power points, and study guides will be available on my college website

  10. Recommended materials: Van de Graff, K.M. and J. L. Crawley. 2001. A photographic atlas for the biology laboratory. 4th ed. Morton Publishing Co., Englewoord, CO, USA.

  11. BIOLOGY MAJORS CAREER POSSIBILITIES

  12. MEDICAL FIELD

  13. Veterinary Medicine

  14. Research/Teaching

  15. Environmental Science

  16. OBJECTIVES KNOWING THINKING COMMUNICATING

  17. POLICIES

  18. Attendance In general, attendance is related to grades Do not miss labs Bonus points for good attendance Missed exams can be made up (see requirements)

  19. Cheating and Academic Dishonesty These are not tolerated and can result in a grade of 0

  20. PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR Be considerate of others in class no talking if coming in late or leaving early, be quiet no ringing cell phones or talking on them lab safety excessive complaining should be done in the proper environment (my office)

  21. Special support services (e.g., notes takers, testing accommodations) can be provided to qualified students. Any student who requires special consideration due to a limiting disability should contact the Disabilities Support Services Office at (360) 383-3045

  22. Biology 221 is a challenging course TO DO WELL: Keep up with notes Come to class Ask questions Complete study guides Avoid cramming Complete all other assignments on time

  23. Buffet Analogy • This course is like an appetizer buffet (see handout provided later this week) • We will cover several topics in this course. • The Scientific Method • Evolution • Biodiversity • Genetics • Ecology

  24. Speaking of EXAMS: Three regular exams will be given (about every three weeks) Lowest grade will be dropped The final is partly comprehensive, it cannot be dropped & must be taken when scheduled STUDY GUIDES

  25. Format of exams Two point questions 24 multiple choice 13 Matching 13 T/F 15 Fill in the blank Essays (5-10 points)- 70 points worth, possibility of take home question(s) for up to 25 points, due the week after the exam is completed

  26. LABORATORIES ALWAYS BE PREPARED: SAFETY GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT

  27. Lab Rules • Never eat or drink in the lab- it is not safe • Wear closed-toed shoes- required • Protective eyewear- recommended for certain labs • Leave lab as you found it- neat and clean • Make sure you see me about any allergic reactions

  28. Writing Assignments This is a Writing Intensive Course The format is detailed in the policy statement Papers The effects of global climate change Proposal Optional Extra Credit Take home questions for Exams

  29. Policy Statement function • The overall function of the policy statement is that it serves as a contract between you and me. Please read it and keep a copy for your records. The exams, assignments, and the points for each are set and are in on page 5.

  30. Important dates Last day to drop without a W- Jan. 23 Last day to drop with a W- February 25

  31. Additional Dates to Remember Exam I- 20 January Exam II- 10 February Exam III- 4 March Final Exam- 23 March Effects of climate change paper-28 January “Green” Campus Proposal- 25 February Lab Practical I- 17 February Lab Practical II- 16 March Extra Credit- 10 March No Classes – 17 Jan., 21 Feb., and 22 Feb.

  32. Papers and Lab Practicals • I will supply you with Grading rubrics for your papers within the first two weeks of class. • I will also provide you with Study Guides for the Laboratory Practicals at least two weeks before the Practicals are scheduled.

  33. Grade Calculation • Lecture: • two highest scores from three exams (200 pts each) 400 • The comprehensive final 200 • Effects of global climate change on 1 biome 7 2 species 75 • Laboratory: • Two Laboratory Exams (100 points each) 200 • “Green” Campus Proposal 100 • Professional points 25 • Total possible points 1,000

  34. Syllabi Lecture and Laboratory Syllabi are attached to the Policy Statement

  35. LOCK DOWN PROCEDURES • Announcement • Lock doors and leave them locked • Turn off lights, computer, and cell phones • Minimize exposure • Be quiet • Wait for announcement that lock down is over

  36. BAD WEATHER If there is a question about WCC being open, please check KGMI (radio or online) or call the campus main number (383-3000). If the college is open, but you are not sure if I will be in, then check my webpage for updates.

  37. FILL OUT SIGNATURE PAGE AND TURN IT IN TO ME

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