MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R.

DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

SUBJECT CODE: Ecology 10 COURSE TITLE: Environmental Science TOTAL NUMBER OF PAGES: 8
REVISION PREREQUISITE/
CREDIT UNITS / CONTACT HOURS:
NO./DATE S:
SUBJECT PLACEMENT: Lecture: 3units/3hours per week

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Environmental Science is the study of interrelationships between human activities and the environment. Environmental Science is an unusual academic discipline in that it requires scientific knowledge about the natural world, as
well as an understanding about ways in which humans interact with the natural world. We examine effects of human actions on the environment, and the means by which policies, regulations, and decisions influence human actions. We also
examine human behavioral, cultural, and sociological interactions that affect the environment. Thus, the department is truly interdisciplinary and exemplifies the liberal arts approach to education.

Thus this course is designed to provide knowledge of the principles and concepts of human activities and their relation to their natural environment. There is emphasis on ecosystems, interactions, and anthropogenic activities and
their impact on the biosphere.

COURSE OUTCOMES (CO):

CO1 Develop basic scientific knowledge and insights on the principles that govern the interactions in the ecosystems and in order to explain that life is the result of the flow and integrated processes;

CO2 Infers and analyzes phenomena through scientific method;

CO3 Exhibit intellectual gratification that comes from the understanding of basic ecological principles by getting involved in eco-awareness programs;
CO 4 Comprehension on human actions and activities and their direct and indirect effects on nature;
CO5 Acquiring skills to help the concerned individuals in identifying and solving environmental problems;
CO6 Perform activities exhibiting competence , scientific attitude and critical thinking in promoting environmentalism and practice life-long commitment in the improvement of the biosphere by applying the knowledge gained through
promotion of earth-friendly habits.

GRADING SYSTEM

The grade for the entire course will be comprised of the following: Cumulative Summation
The grade per grading period will be comprised of the following: Lecture =
The breakdown of the grades for the lecture and laboratory is as follows: Grade Equivalent Grade Equivalent
1.00 96 – 100 R Repeat
Lecture (Cumulative Summation) 1.50 91 – 95 Failure
Major Examination 2.00 86 – 90 0.00 Cheating
Quizzes 2.50 81 – 85 Excessive Absences
Performance
Other Sources 3.00 75 – 76 DR Dropped
Reflective Journal 3.50 42 – 48 INC Incomplete
4.00 7 – 13

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

INSTITUTIONAL – MHAM COLLEGE INC.

VISION:
A leading institution of higher learning producing universally competitive, morally upright and service-oriented professionals.

MISSION:
The MHAM College is committed to create a proactive and excellent learning and teaching environment through inculcation of its core values.

CORE VALUES
The institution is anchored on these core values to achieve the College Mission:
1. Professionalism. We observe a polite behavior and courteousness; adhere to a high sense of ethical standards in the performance of our duties and responsibilities in the work place.
2. Respect. We act with deep admiration, give due regards and high esteem to everyone.
3. Oneness. We stand united in all our endeavors and uphold the good name, honor and integrity of the institution.
4. Leadership. We act as role model, do things that will work best in the institution and provide policy directions that are relevant to the needs of the time in order to fulfill our ultimate
goals.
5. Integrity. We adhere to the highest ethical code of conduct in our dealings with others and exercise our duties and responsibilities with correlative obligation to preserve human
dignity.
6. Fairness. We are impartial, reasonable, transparent and free from discrimination in the performance of our duties and responsibilities.
7. Excellence. We pursue the highest standard of quality service in all programs of engagements and undertakings for the attainment of the vision and mission of the institution.

INSTITUTIONAL GOALS:
1. To provide quality instruction, research, community services and production of technologies.
2. To develop and maintain programs for enhancing and sustaining college functions and student success.
3. To provide quality and state-of-the-art infrastructures.
4. To promote respect for life and environmental care.
5. To provide academic leadership in fields of specialization that the institution pursues.
6. To establish linkages and partnerships with various institutions.

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
1. To train each student with the required skills for national development and initiate and foster the appropriate and relevant knowledge, attitudes, skills and values to enable him/her to become useful, productive and gainfully
employed member of society.

2. To develop and maintain the integrity of the profession or disciplines that will provide leadership for the nation.

3. To advance the frontiers of knowledge through research work and apply the technology for improving the quality of human life and responding effectively to changing societal needs and conditions.

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO):

PO1 Develop an in-depth understanding of the basic principles governing the science of life;
PO2 Utilize techniques and procedures relevant to biological research work in laboratory or field settings;
PO3 Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills;
PO4 Engage in community-oriented activities;
PO5 Apply basic mathematical and statistical computations and use appropriate techniques/procedures relevant to biological research work in laboratory or field settings;
PO6 Extend knowledge and critically assess current views and theories in various areas of biological sciences;
PO7 Demonstrate interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and ethical practice of the profession; and
PO8 Engage in lifelong activities.
COURSE OUTCOMES (CO):
CO1 Internalize the concept of evolutionary biology as an emerging subdivision of biology
CO2 Relate the principle of genetics to evoltionary changes of individual organisms
CO3 Differentiate adaptation from natural selection
CO4 Outline the history of life
CO5 Appreciate extinction of species and the ill-effects of radiation

RELATIONSHIP OF COURSE OUTCOMES (CO)TOPROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO) – CURRICULUM MAPPING

PO 1 PO 2 PO 3 PO 4 PO 5 PO 6 PO 7 PO 8 PO 9 PO 10
CO1
CO2
CO3
CO4

Legend:
L – Facilitates learning of competency
P – Allows student to practice competency (no input, but competency is evaluated)
O – Opportunity for development (no input or evaluation, but competency is practiced)

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MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

COURSE OUTLINE (LECTURE)

WEE
K
LECTURE TOPIC
A. Introduction

1.The rise of evolutionary biology

4 2. Molecular and Mendelian Genetics
3. Evidence for Evolution
4. Natural selection and variation
Prelim Exam Week
B. Evolutionary Genetics

4. The Theory of Natural Selection

5. Random Effects in Population Genetics
6. Natural Selection and Random Drift in Molecular Evolution
4 7. Quantitative Genetics

C. Adaptation and Natural Selection

8. The Units of Selection

9.Adaptation in Sexual Reproduction
Midterm Exam Week
D. Evolution and Diversity
10. Speciation
4 11. Phylogeny
12.Classification and Evolution
13. Evolutionary Biogeograpphy
Semi-final Exam Week
E.Macroevolution

14. The History of Life

3
15. Evolutionary Developmental Biology
16. Coevolution
17. Extinction and Radiation
Final Exam Week

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

LEARNING PLAN
EVALUATION ASSESSMEN REFERENCES / SUGGESTED
WEEK LEARNING OUTCOMES TOPICS METHODOLOGY
SCHEMES T TOOLS READING

At the end of the lesson, the

learners will be able to:
A. Introduction Lecture-discussion using Quiz Teacher-made Ridely, M. (2004). Evolution. 3rd
1. Defines biological evolution, powerpoint presentation objective exam ed. Blackwell Publishing
and 1.The rise of evolutionary biology Oral recitation Co.:USA.
2. differentiate natural selection 2. Molecular and Mendelian Small group discussion Individual
from variation; and, Genetics Assignment journal writing
3. Evidence for Evolution Comic strip construction
3. discuss historically, the rise 4. Natural selection and variation Holistic rubrics
of modern evolutionary
biology.
4

PRELIM EXAM

ASSESSMEN
EVALUATION REFERENCES / SUGGESTED
WEEK LEARNING OUTCOMES TOPICS METHODOLOGY T
SCHEMES READING
TOOLS

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

At the end of the lesson, the

learners will be able to: B. Evolutionary Genetics

1. Comprehend natural selection; 8. The Theory of Natural Selection

2. Predict changes both on the 9. Random Effects in Population
physical as well as in the Genetics
molecular level; and, 10. Natural Selection and Random Drift Teacher-made Ridely, M. (2004). Evolution. 3rd
3. Outlay/forecase adaptation in in Molecular Evolution Lecture-discussion using quiz quiz ed. Blackwell Publishing
powerpoint presentation
sexual reproduction of plants 11. Quantitative Genetics Co.:USA.
and animals. group activities Rating scale
Oral reporting
C. Adaptation and Natural with rubrics
Selection group
Film showing presentation
1
8. The Units of Selection Fortfolio making
brainstorming
1 9.Adaptation in Sexual Reproduction
1
role-playing
4

MIDTERM EXAM WEEK

ASSESSMEN
EVALUATION REFERENCES / SUGGESTED
WEEK TOPICS METHODOLOGY T
SCHEMES READING
TOOLS

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

At the end of the chapter, the

learners are able to:

1. Use the dichotomous key in

giving species name to a
group of plants and animals;
2. Trace phylogenetic origin and D. Evolution and Diversity Lecture-discussion using Quiz Teacher-made Ridely, M. (2004). Evolution. 3rd
diversion of living powerpoint presentation objective ed. Blackwell Publishing
organisms;and, 10. Speciation Group Co.:USA.
3. Connect evolutionary descent 11. Phylogeny Oral reporting activities: Holistic rubrics
of major representative groups 12.Classification and Evolution
of plants and animals. 13. Evolutionary Biogeograpphy  Video
Portfolio making presentation
 Creative
work
6  Advocacy
writing
 Concept
mapping
 Research
work
 Portfolio
 Flow chart

Semi-final Exam

ASSESSMEN
EVALUATION REFERENCES / SUGGESTED
WEEK TOPICS METHODOLOGY T
SCHEMES READING
TOOL

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

At the end of the remaing topics,

the learners are able to: E.Macroevolution
Lecture-discussion using Quiz Teacher-made Ridely, M. (2004). Evolution. 3rd
1. understand history of life on this 14. The History of Life powerpoint objective exam ed. Blackwell Publishing
3 planet; 15. Evolutionary Developmental Role-playing Co.:USA.
2. related coevolution of plants and Biology Creative work Holistic rubrics
animals; and, 16. Coevolution Film showing
3. appreciate the principle of 17. Extinction and Radiation Brainstorming
extinction of species and the ill- Oral reporting
effects of radiation on this Portfolio
planet. Small group
discussion

FINAL EXAMINATION WEEK

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 MHAM COLLEGE, INC. | R. DUTERTE STREET, BANAWA, CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
OUTCOMES-BASED EDUCATION (OBE) CURRICULUM

CLASS POLICIES:
1. Short quizzes may be given before or after lecture-discussion during class schedule.
2. Long/Unit quizzes/exams usually cover previously discussed topics and shall be given before the start of the lecture during the next meeting.
3. Punctuality is of utmost importance. A student who comes in late in class and misses the quiz or some parts of it will not be given consideration. However, valid reasons like accidents,
hospitalization or death of immediate family may be given into consideration with pertinent papers to be presented (police or CITOM report, medical and death certificates).
4. No special quizzes, in general, shall be given. In the event that a student misses a quiz due to a reasonable absence, he/she must immediately inform the instructor when he/she comes in and
present a valid proof as to why he/she was absent. Only then can giving a special quiz may be considered. No special quiz, however, will be granted to any student who misses a laboratory
quiz/exam that requires much preparation and set-up.
5. In cases where a student misses a major examination, he/she may be given a special examination provided that he/she can show a valid proof that clearly shows the reason for missing the
examination. The proof must be presented within one week after the student returns. Otherwise, no special examination shall be granted. Fill up a form for special quiz or term exam from the
office of the dean.
6. Assignments/seatworks/library works/laboratory exercises should be passed on time. Late assignments shall be given a deduction (at least 75% will be the highest possible score).
7. Students must follow the seat plan. A student may be marked as absent if not in his/her designated seat.
8. Strictly no communication, in any form, during quizzes and major examinations. (Please refer to the student handbook). Such communications may be treated as a case of cheating and the
student/s shall receive a grade of zero (0) in that exam for the first offense and a grade of 0.00 in the subject for succeeding violations.
9. Students have the right to ask about their grades. The instructor will show the class record every end of the grading period. All clarifications/corrections/questions/complaints must be
addressed to the instructor.
PREPARED BY: NOTED BY: APPROVED BY:

___________________________________ __________________________________________ ______________________________

EMMANUEL A. PARDIÑAN, M Sc., DOD JOSE M. OCLARIT, MS-Bio, PhD ARLENE M. DIAZ, MD, EdD
Chair, Biology Department Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Vice-President for Academic Affairs
College of Arts and Sciences

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