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PRE-HEALTH BIOLOGY I
Prepared by
First Name Last Name Email
Karen Founk karen.founk@durhamcollege.ca
Nicole Mastnak nicole.mastnak@durhamcollege.ca
The PLAR application process is outlined in http://www.durhamcollege.ca/plar. Full-time and part-time students must
adhere to all deadline dates. Please email: PLAR@durhamcollege.ca for details.
PLAR Eligibility
Yes X No
Assignment
X Exam
X Portfolio
X Other
Comprehensive test.
Proof of Biology lab experience is required.
Student receiving a credit for this course will have This course will contribute to the achievement of
reliably demonstrated their ability to: the following Essential Employability Skills:
CLO1 Distinguish among the structural organization EES 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and
levels of the human body including the principle correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that
of anatomical structure. fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the
audience.
CLO2 State the chemical composition and the function
of the major organic molecules important to life. X EES 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual
messages in a manner that ensures effective
communication.
CLO3 Explain the various aspects of cell physiology
and reproduction.
EES 3. Execute mathematical operations accurately.
CLO4 Relate structure and function for the digestive,
circulatory, respiratory, and integumentary, EES 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve
systems. problems.
CLO5 Explain the fundamentals of evolutionary theory, X EES 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate
genetics and gene expression and regulation. and solve problems.
CLO6 Utilize the knowledge of human biology and X EES 6. Locate, select, organize, and document
relate it to health and homeostasis. information using appropriate technology and
information systems.
CLO7 Prepare for and conduct laboratory experiments
to investigate scientific questions by using X EES 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant
appropriate scientific techniques. information from a variety of sources.
ONLINE WEEKLY QUIZZES CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4, CLO5, EES5, EES11 10
CLO6
See Evaluation Note 3
ASSIGNMENT #1 CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO5, CLO6 EES2, EES5, EES6, 12.5
EES10, EES11
See Evaluation Note 4
Total 100%
Notes:
1. TESTS
DATES: Students must be prepared to write all tests at the scheduled time and place. Students are responsible
for accessing this information via DC Connect as it is announced throughout the term.
LOGISTICS: Specific details regarding the delivery format and structure of the tests will be provided to students
at the beginning of the semester. Marked tests are not returned to students on a permanent basis, but students
are given the opportunity to review them in class or by appointment with their instructor.
LATE ARRIVALS: In the event that a test is written in paper format during class time, students arriving more
than 20 minutes late for Test 1 or Test 2 will not be allowed to write the test.
MISSED TESTS: There are no individual rewrites or rescheduling of tests missed due to absence. If for any
reason a student misses a test, the student may write a makeup test at the end of the semester that is
cumulative of the entire term. This only applies to 1 missed test; a mark of zero will be assigned to any other
missed tests. In the event that the makeup test is in paper format, students may be required to write the
GRADING: 6 on-campus labs will be graded in this course, with the best 5 counted at 5% each. On-campus lab
evaluations may be submitted during the scheduled lab period. Students with an Access Plan that contains a
time accommodation should discuss their accommodation with their lab instructor.
LAB RESOURCES: Lab instructions are provided to detail the sequence and content of the labs.
LAB SCHEDULE: A lab schedule is provided at the beginning of the term to inform students when graded labs
will be performed. This schedule will closely follow the Learning Plan (Section XII below) unless labs conflict
with scheduled school holidays.
REQUIRED STUDENT MATERIALS: Students are required to wear appropriate attire at all times while in the
lab. Students must purchase their own lab coat and safety glasses from Durham College's Campus Bookstore
if they prefer. Students will be provided with a medical grade face mask upon arrival at the lab. Students who
fail to have these 3 items (lab coat, safety glasses, face mask) at their scheduled lab time will be unable to
complete the lab and will receive a mark of zero for that lab. See Required Text(s) and Supplies (Section IX)
section for further details.
SAFETY TRAINING: All students must complete an online safety module before they are permitted entry into
the labs. This module includes a quiz where students are required to achieve a grade of 80% or higher. Multiple
attempts are permitted. Any special health conditions may also be noted here. Completion of this training
confirms that the student understands and agrees to the safety regulations put forth. Students who do not
complete this requirement will be denied access to the labs and will receive a mark of zero for the missed lab
periods.
ATTENDANCE AND LATE ARRIVALS: Lab attendance is compulsory and students must be present at the lab
in order for a report to be accepted for grading. Students who miss a lab for any reason will receive a mark of
zero on that associated lab evaluation. Note, however, that the lowest lab report grade will be dropped at the end
of the semester (see GRADING). For safety reasons, a student that is more than 15 minutes late is not allowed
to enter the lab, and therefore will not be allowed to submit the associated lab evaluation for grading.
HOUSEKEEPING: Students must work cooperatively, respectfully, and safely. Backpacks, cell phones,
headphones and earbuds are not permitted in the lab. Students are expected to dress appropriately following all
guidelines put forth in the safety module. If an instructor feels a student is not properly dressed for the lab, the
instructor may ask the student to leave. Please inform your lab instructor if you are required to wear medical
devices. Should a student not adhere to the lab safety policies and procedures, the lab instructor will issue a
Student Academic Alert for Behaviour/Conduct. Penalties will be commensurate with the nature of the offense.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: While students may work in small groups to complete the assignment, each student
must submit their own original work. Submissions may be checked for authenticity using TurnItIn software.
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS: In the event that COVID-19 restrictions prevent on-campus labs from
occurring, online alternatives will be provided instead via DC Connect. Lab evaluations must be submitted to
DC Connect by 11:59 PM on the date established by the instructor. The late submission policy is described in
Note 4.
3. WEEKLY QUIZZES
GRADING: 12 weekly quizzes will be given in this course, with the best 10 counted at 1% each. Quizzes are
completed online via DC Connect and must be completed by 11:59 pm on the date established by the instructor.
Further information about the structure and weight of the quizzes will be provided by your instructor.
LATE SUBMISSIONS: The quizzes are due by the date and time established by the instructor. Late
submissions will not be accepted.
4. ASSIGNMENTS
LATE SUBMISSIONS: All assignments are due in the DC Connect assignments folder by 11:59 pm on the due
date established by your instructor. Unless otherwise directed by your instructor, submissions made by other
means (including, but not limited to email or hard copy) will not be accepted and will result in a grade of zero.
Computer malfunctions or technical issues are not accepted as excuses for late or missing course requirements.
LATE SUBMISSION: An assignment submitted after the due date and time established by your instructor is
considered a late submission. Late submissions will be penalized 10% for any submission made within 24 hours
after the deadline, 20% for any submission made 24-48 hours after the deadline and 30% for any submission
made 48-72 hours after the deadline. After 72 hours a grade of zero will be assigned.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: While students may work in small groups to complete the assignment, each student
must submit their own original work. Submissions will be checked for authenticity using TurnItIn software
5. GRADE CALCULATIONS
MIDTERM GRADES: Midterm grades are calculated using the results of Test 1 (20%), Assignment 1 (12.5%),
the best 2 of 3 Labs (10%) and the best 5 of 6 Quizzes (5%).
FINAL GRADES: Final grades are calculated using the results of Test 1 (20%), Test 2 (20%), Assignment 1
(12.5%), Assignment 2 (12.5%), the best 5 of 6 Labs (25%) and the best 10 of 12 Quizzes (10%).
3. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
*Visit the IT Service Desk Portal or call the Service Desk at 905-721- 3333 should technical difficulties arise.
*All submitted course work must be PC compatible
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ATTENDANCE: Regular attendance is expected and is necessary for successful completion of this course. If a
student is absent from class, it is their responsibility to learn what was missed prior to the next class, obtain any
documents that were distributed, and check DC Connect for any announcements and/or course updates. Online
students are expected to check DC Connect on a daily basis as part of their attendance and for course engagement.
SUPPLEMENTAL WORK: It is in the student's best interest to complete all assigned work with maximal effort, as no
supplemental work is provided. Please see Evaluation Notes [Section VIII] for more details.
DC CONNECT: Students must check DC Connect regularly to keep up-to-date with this course. DC Mail is used for
e-mail communication.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES: It is expected that all electronic devices not being used as direct learning tools be turned
off in the learning environment. If a student has an accommodation that requires use of an electronic device, they
should speak with their instructor about how the instructor can facilitate the use of the device in the classroom.
Further information on policies and procedures surrounding the use of electronics and recording of learning activities
can be found in Durham College procedure ACAD-128.1.
ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE: Additional help is available from the instructor by appointment. In addition, students
requiring assistance throughout the course may also wish to investigate the services offered by the Student Academic
Learning Services (SALS) in Room SSB204 for peer tutoring, subject specific assistance, improving study skills, etc.
or online at http://www.durhamcollege.ca/student-experience/helping-you-succeed/student-academic-learning-services-
sals. Furthermore, services for students with exceptionalities are provided by The Access and Support Centre (ASC)
in Room SW116 in the Gordon Willey building or online at http://www.durhamcollege.ca/student-experience/helping-
you-succeed/access-and-support-centre
ORIGINAL WORK: All material submitted (text, image, digital, etc) must be original or correctly cited. Plagiarism is a
form of stealing. Student work may be checked for integrity and authenticity using TurnItIn. Plagiarism includes, but is
not limited to, failure to indicate the ideas, data, graphic elements, or language of another, without specific and proper
acknowledgement. Students who plagiarize or cheat in any way will be cited and face disciplinary actions, according
to Durham College's Academic Integrity Policy (ACAD-101.1). Please make note that plagiarism including taking the
work of another student (or work downloaded from the internet) and submitting it as your own, even if you alter it.
Giving your work to another student to submit, even if the other student alters it is also plagiarism. If you are unclear
on what constitutes 'reference material' please discuss it with your instructor. In cases where group work is performed,
it is expected students will submit their own original work unless otherwise indicated by their instructor.
LEARNING PLAN: The learning plan is the same for both the in-class and online pathways however the method of
delivery is different.
4. Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)
Students will be notified in writing of changes that involve the addition or deletion of learning outcomes or
evaluations, prior to changes being implemented, as specified in the Course Outline Policy and Procedure at
Durham College.
Evaluation
Online Activity: LAB SAFETY MODULE
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 5+1+1 = 7%
Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: ONLINE WEEKLY QUIZZES 1%
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 5+1 = 6%
Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: ONLINE WEEKLY QUIZZES 1%
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 12.5+5+1 = 18.5%
Evaluation Weighting
Test: TEST #1 20%
Covers Intro to the Human Body, Biological Molecules, The Cell,
Cellular Reproduction, DNA and Intro to Genetics.
EVOLUTION
- Briefly describe Darwin's theory of evolution
- Differentiate between microevolution and macroevolution
- Describe the importance of microevolution to humans
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 5+1 = 6%
Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: ONLINE WEEKLY QUIZZES 1%
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 5+1 = 6%
Evaluation Weighting
Quiz: ONLINE WEEKLY QUIZZES 1%
Evaluation Weighting
Lab Activity: LABS 5+1 = 6%
Evaluation Weighting
Assignment: ASSIGNMENT #2 12.5+1 = 13.5%
Evaluation Weighting
Test: TEST #2 20%
Genetics/Evolution, Tissues, Digestive, Integumentary, Cardiovascular,
and Respiratory Systems.