Republic of the Philippines

PARTIDO STATE UNIVERSITY

Camarines Sur
PSU-F-ACA-08

COURSE OUTLINE
First Semester, Academic Year 2023-2024

Course Code: SCEI 1 Professor: Marilou P. Barcela

Course Title: Fundamentals of Biology Campus/College: SGS, Goa Campus
Course Credit: 3 units Consultation Time: 1:00-5:00 PM, Tuesday
Course Prerequisite: None Contact Number/s: 09175106708
Class Schedule: BSEcon 2A Email Add.: marilou.barcela@parsu.edu.ph
M – 10:30-11:30, W- 1:00-3:00 – SGS Rm Rm 6

Course Description:

The course introduces students to the field of biology, the study of life. After tackling what differentiates living systems
from non-living systems, the origins and history of life on Earth are discussed. The course covers the diversity of form and
function across the three Domains--Eubacteria, Archaea, Eukarya--as well as viruses, on the molecular, cellular, and tissue
levels.

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Learning Outcomes Instructional Content
Schedule
Republic of the Philippines
 Describe the course, its structure,
Week 1 PARTIDO
requirements and STATE UNIVERSITY
expectations.
August 7-11,  Give reflection on Camarines Sur of the
the implication
2023 VMGO towards their future career.
 Analyze students’ characteristics, PSU-F-ACA-08
multiple intelligences & learning styles.

Introduction: Biology today

 Describe the scope and nature of  Nature and scope of
Biology as a science. biology
Week 2
 Trace the history of life on earth.  History of life
August 14-18,
 Explain the basic characteristics of  Characteristics of life
2023
living things.

 Describe and explain the chemical Chemical Bases of Life

Week 3 components of living organisms in  Matter, Elements,
August 21-25, terms of its particles and kind of atoms, molecules,
2023 matter. compounds
 Chemical bond and
chemical compounds
Week 4  Identify the properties of water and  Water
Aug 28-Sept 1, its relevance to its function in living o Properties
2023 organisms. o Functions
o Importance
Week 5  Describe and discuss the structure of  The Molecules of Life
September 4-8, biomolecules and relate to its - Carbohydrates
2023 importance to living organisms - Lipids
- Proteins
- Nucleic acid
- Vitamins and minerals
 Differentiate prokaryotic and The Cellular Basis of Life
Week 6 eukaryotic cell.  Prokaryotic and
September 11-  Describe and explain the eukaryotic cell
15, 2023 microscopic world of cells,  Parts and function of
membrane structures, and the cell
different organelles of cell.  importance
 Explain the importance of cellular
structure to the human health
condition.
Week 7  Explain the cell cycle.  Cellular Processes
 Identify and explain the stages of *Cell cycle and division
September 18- mitosis and meiosis.
22, 2023  Trace the development of human
sex cells/gametes.

Week 8  Explain the passive transport

(diffusion and osmosis) and active *Transport Processes
Sept 25-29. 2023 transport and bulk transport
(endocytosis, exocytosis and
phagocytosis ).

 Discuss the chemistry of

photosynthesis (dark and light
reactions). The Energy of Life
 Realize the importance of
 Photosynthesis
photosynthesis among living
*Machineries
organisms.
*raw materials and
processes
Week 9  Explain the processes of aerobic and
Oct 2-6, 2023 anaerobic respiration.
 Cellular Respiration:
 Cite the role ofRev.
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acquiring energy and for the survival Food
of the organisms
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Classroom Guidelines/Policies
1. Regular attendance and punctuality in all classes are important obligations of the students. They are
expected to maintain a high rate of attendance
in all classes.
2. Attendance in classes is governed by the policies stated in the student handbook.
3. Students who are not feeling well are advised to inform their teachers about their condition, stay
home, and take proper medication.
4. An excuse letter signed by the parent/guardian must be submitted to the teachers upon return to the
class.
5. All students are required to wear ID and the prescribed school uniform.
6. Students under the influence of liquor are not allowed inside the school premises.
7. Authentic and scholarly outputs are expected from all students. Plagiarism and vandalism are strictly
prohibited and punishable.
8. Observe on-time submission of outputs, activities, and other requirements.
9. Academic respect and honesty are expected from all students. They should demonstrate good
judgement and maintain good relationships
with teachers and fellow students.
10. Cellphones should be shut off during class hours unless authorized by the teachers.
11. Uploaded learning modules and other learning materials in Moodle are exclusive for the use of the
class only. Sharing of materials posted online
and/or distributed manually without the consent of the author is prohibited.
12. Students are encouraged to regularly visit the Moodle account for announcements, updates, required
readings and/or other activities posted by the teachers.
13. Inquiries, feedback, and clarifications are highly welcomed. Always observe proper channels and
protocols when sending communications, inquiries,
or grievances.
14. Ensure that concerns are communicated during office hours to be responded to properly.
15. Students are directed to strictly observe teachers’ classroom management instructions (e.g., manner
of submission of output,
seating arrangements, classroom activities, etc.) as precautionary measures in preventing the spread
of any communicable diseases.
16. Students are expected to abide by other academic and non-academic policies and guidelines of the
university stated in the student handbook.

Grading System:
Major Examination 40%
Modular Outputs 30%
A/synchronous Online Discussions/Forum 25%
Attendance to F2F & Synchronous Classes 5%
100%

Computation of Final Grade

FINAL GRADE = (Final Grade X 0.5) + (Midterm Grade X 0.5)

Equivalent Grade
99= 1.0 94 = 1.4 89 = 1.8 84 = 2.25 79 = 2.7
98 = 1.1 93 = 1.5 88 = 1.9 83 = 2.3 78 = 2.75
97 = 1.2 92 =1.6 87 = 2.0 82 = 2.4 77 = 2.8
96 = 1.25 91 = 1.7 86 = 2.1 81 = 2.5 76 = 2.9

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95 = 1.3 90 = 1.75 85 = 2.2 80 = 2.6 75 = 3.0

74 & below = 5.0
Incomplete = INC

References
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Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved:

MARILOU P. BARCELA MENCHIE D. CRISPINO RINA ABNER-PUERTA, DBA

FACULTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR DEAN

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