BIO 205 Syllabus Spring 09

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S Y L L A B U SYour Course Learning Plan

Course: BIO 205 Microbiology (090916)

Instructor: Dr. Matt Pearcy

Time

Frame:

January 21st through May 12th (Spring 2009)

A. Instructor Contact and Communications

Phone: 928-649-5486

E-mail address:

Skype address:

[email protected]

mattpearcy

Office Location: VC.J 103

Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, and Thursday

from 11:00 amto 2:00 pm. Office hours from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on

Thursday will be held in the Learning Center. The rest of my office

hours will be in my office. Office hours will be held at alternate times

by appointment.

Classroom location: Friday from 8:00 am to 10:45 am in VC.L 105

B. General Course Information

Credit hours: 4.0

Course description: The class provides an introduction to the diverse lifestyles of bacteria,

viruses, fungi, and protozoa, methods of control, ecology, and their

roles in human and animal diseases.

Prerequisite/Co-requisite: BIO 156 (Preferred), or BIO 100 or BIO 181, and CHM 130; or

consent of instructor.

Course purpose: To gain an understanding of the microbial world and its interactions

with humans.

Textbooks, software,

supplies, equipment and

tools:

Fundamentals of Microbiology, Alamco (Eighth Edition) and

Alcamos Laboratory Fundamentals of Microbiology both by Jeffrey

Pommerville

C. Course Content and Outcomes

Course content: 1. Bacterial anatomy and physiology

2. Bacterial nutrition and metabolism

3. Bacterial genetics

4. Infection and resistance
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5. Antibodies and antigens

6. Cellular immunity

7. Viruses

8. Fungi and protozoa

9. Physical and chemical control of microorganisms

10. Medical microbiology

11. Normal and useful microbes

Learning outcomes: 1. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of bacteria.

2. Describe the biological processes involved in bacterial metabolism.

3. Describe the biological processes involved in bacterial genetics.

4. Describe the biological processes involved in infection and resistance.

5. Describe the biological interplay between antigens and antibodies.

6. Describe the biological processes involved in medical microbiology.

7. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of viruses.

8. Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of fungi and

protozoa.

9. Describe and identify control mechanisms of microorganisms.

10. Identify and describe normal and useful microbes.

Assessments: Assessments for the class will include four in class, closed book,

exams covering the lecture material. The first three tests will be worth

100 points and the last test will be a 200 point comprehensive exam.

There will be 10 quizzes covering the lecture and lab material. The

lab notebooks will be collected and gradedfour times during the

semester. Lastly, each student will write a short paper describing their

learning style.

Grading (credit) criteria: Exams:

3 in class exams at 100 pts apiece .300 pts.

1 comprehensive final ............... 200 pts.

Quizzes:

10 quizzes at 20 pts. apiece ....200 pts.

Labs:

Lab notebooks collected 4 times at 50 pts each time.200 pts.

Unknown Determinations, 3 at 15 points apiece..45 pts.

Presentation:

1 presentation worth 40 points..40 pts.

Learning Styles Assessment

Learning Styles Assessment Paper..15 pts.

Total 1000 pts.


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Letter Grades: A = 900 1000 pts. B = 800 899 pts. C = 700 799 pts. D = 600

699 pts. F 698 pts.

Labs: Labs will be graded based on the quality and completeness of the lab

notebook, the identification of multiple unknowns and participation in

group problem solving sessions.

Quizzes: The quizzes will cover the material covered in both the lecture and lab

portion of the class.

Exams:

Presentation:

Learning Styles:

There will be three exams worth 100 points throughout the semester.

The fourth exam will be a comprehensive final exam.

Each student will give a presentation on a topic assigned by theinstructor. The grades for the presentation will be based on the qualityand completeness of the presentation. The length of the presentationwill have to fall within a defined time period and will have toincorporate presentation technology such as Powerpoint.

Each student will take a learning styles assessment test and then write a

half page paper detailing their learning style and their plan to besuccessful in the class.

Absences: There are no make-ups allowed for labs or quizzes. Exams can be made

up with instructor permission only. If the student misses an exam the

excuse must be accompanied by documentation. (ie, Doctors excuse)

No extra credit work is allowed.

Student Resources (as applicable)

Library services: Library services are available at the Prescott Campus and the VerdeValley Campus libraries. Both libraries are members of a countywide

library network, which provides access to a wide-range of information

and resources at libraries throughout Yavapai County. Possession of a

College library card entitles students to access materials housed at

member libraries. Instructors may place required course materials on

reserve in the library or make assignments that require the use of library

resources.

Learning Centers: A Learning Centeris available on the Prescott and Verde Valley

Campuses. These centers provide a variety of learning support for

students including tutoring, adaptive computer and equipment for

students with disabilities, and a networked general computer lab.

Tutoring: Call for details: Prescott 776-2085 or Verde Valley 634-6562

Online resources and

services:

Online writing tutoring for any academic subject is available at

www2.yc.edu/content/learningcenters

Instructor Procedures and Institution Policies

Attendance: Students are expected to attend and participate in all class meetings,

laboratories, and field trips. A student who expects to be absent due to


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another school-sponsored activity or compelling personal reason must

make prior arrangements with the instructor. All course work must be

made up as directed by the instructor. A student who does not adhere to

instructor and College attendance requirements may be dropped from

the course as defined in the Yavapai College General Catalog.

Course withdrawal: After the drop/add period closes, students may withdraw until the

deadline for student-initiated withdrawals. Withdrawals result in a "W"

on the permanent transcript.

For semester-length classes 14 weeks in length or longer, the withdrawal

deadline is November 1 in the Fall semester, April 1 in the Spring

semester.

For classes of 4 days to 14 weeks in length, withdrawals are permitted

until the class is 50 percent completed.

For classes of 1-3 days in length, withdrawals are permitted until the

class is 50 percent completed.

A "Y" is noted on the permanent transcript for an administrative

withdrawal. More information can be obtained from the Admissions &

Registration Office.

Academic integrity: Honesty in academic work is a central element of the learning

environment. The presentation of another individuals work as ones

own or the act of seeking unfair academic advantage through cheating,

plagiarism or other dishonest means are violations of the Colleges

Student Code of Conduct. Definitions of plagiarism, cheating, and

violation of copyright and penalties for violation are available in the

Yavapai College General Catalog.

Student code of conduct: Respect for the rights of others and for the College and its property are

fundamental expectations for every student. The Student Code of

Conduct outlines behavioral expectations, and explains the process for

responding to allegations of student misconduct.

Disability support services: Yavapai College is committed to providing educational support services

to students with documented disabilities. Academic support services or

accommodations for mobility impaired students must be arranged

through the ADA Coordinator (Prescott Campus: 928.776.2079 or Verde

Valley Campus: (928.634.6563).

Cell phone and pager: Yavapai Collegeis committed to providing a quality learning

environment. All cell phones and pagers must be placed in a non-

audible mode while in classrooms, computer labs, the library, the

learning center, and testing areas. Cell phones and pagers must be used

outside these facilities.

Preventing Harassment:Students are expected to respond and write in a professional andappropriate manner when activities are assigned to create scenarios,discuss opinions, present on a selected subject, or post to a web board.Inappropriate language or objectionable material will not be toleratedand could result in a failing grade for the class. Students and faculty


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each have responsibility for maintain an appropriate learningenvironment. Students who fail to adhere to such behavioral standardsmay be subject to discipline. Faculty havethe professional responsibilityto treat all students with understanding, dignity and respect, to guideclassroom discussion and to set reasonable limits on the manner inwhich they and their students express opinions. Professional courtesyand sensitivity are especially important with respect to individuals and

topics dealing with differences of race, culture, religion, politics, sexualorientation, gender variance and nationalities.

BIO 205 Spring 2009 Tentative Class ScheduleThe general course content and learning outcomes addressedfor each class is listed below. The topics covered

will include, but are not limited to, the content listed below. I reserved the right to change the contents listed

below. If the content is changed I will issue a new syllabus and syllabus agreement form to insure that all

students are aware of the changes.

Week Date Topic

1 January 18th Chapters 3 and 4

Course Content: Bacterial anatomy and physiology.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and


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physiology of bacteria.

2 January 25th

Quiz #1 is January 30th

Chapter 5Course Content: Bacterial nutrition.

Learning Outcome: Describe the biological processes

involved in bacterial metabolism.

3 February 1st

Quiz #2 is February 6th

Chapters 6

Course Content: Bacterial metabolism.


involved in bacterial metabolism.

4 February 8th

Exam #1 is February 13th

Chapter 7

Course Content: Bacterial genetics.


involved in bacterial genetics.

5 February 15th


Chapters 9 and 10

Course Content: Medical Microbiology


involved in medical microbiology.

6 February 22nd


Chapters 13 and 14

Course Content: Viruses.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe the anatomy and

physiology of viruses.

7 March 1st

Quiz #5 is March 6

th

Chapters 15 and 16

Course Content: Fungi.Learning Outcomes: Describe the anatomy and physiology

of fungi.

8 March 8th

Exam #2 is March 13th

Chapter 17

Course Content: Protozoa.

Learning Outcomes: Describe the anatomy and physiology

of protozoa.

9 March 15th SPRING BREAK!

10 March 22nd

Quiz #6 is March 27th

Chapters 18 and 19

Course Content: Infection and Resistance.

Learning Outcomes: Describe the biological processes

involved in infection and resistance.

11 March 29th

Quiz #7 is April 3rd

Chapter 20

Course Content: Antibodies and Antigens.

Learning Outcomes: Describe the interplay between

antigens and antibodies.


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12 April 5th

Exam #3 is April 10th

Chapter 21

Course Content: Cellular Immunity

Learning Outcomes: Describe the interplay between

antigens and antibodies.

13 April 12th

Quiz #8 is April 17th

Chapter 23

Course Content: Medical Microbiology


involved in medical microbiology.

14 April 19th

Quiz #9 is April 24rd

Chapter 24

Course Content: Physical and chemical control of

microorganisms.

Learning Outcomes: Describe and identify control

mechanisms of microorganisms.

15 April 26th

Quiz #10 is May 1st

Chapters 8 and 27

Course Content: Industrial Microbiology and

Biotechnology.

Learning Outcomes: Identify and describe normal and

useful microbs.

16 May 3rd

Final Exam is May 8th

Class Review and Comprehensive Final Exam

BIO 205 General Lab Schedule for Spring 2009

Week Date Topic Covered

1 January 18th Lab SafetyThe Compound Microscope (pg. 23)

2 January 25th Negative Stain (pg. 43)Preparation of Bacterial Smear and Simple Stain (pg.

35)

3 February 1st The Gram Stain (pg. 49)Pure Cultures (pg. 11)

4 February 8th Bacterial Structures (pg. 55)

5 February 15th Evaluation of Disinfectants and Antiseptics (pg. 125)The Effect of Antibiotics on Bacteria (pg. 135)

6 February 22nd How many bacteria live in your hamburger(Handout)

7 March 1st The Genus Streptococcus (pg.159)Presentations 1-3


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8 March 8th The Genus Staphylococcus (pg. 171)The Enteric Bacteria (pg. 179)

Presentations 4-6

9 March 15th SPRING BREAK!

10 March 22nd The Genus Bacillus (pg. 191)Presentations 7-9

11 March 29th The Genus Clostridum (pg. 195)Presentations 10-1212 April 5th The Genus Lactobacillus (pg. 201)

Presentations 13-15

13 April 12th The Genus Neisseria (pg. 167)Presentations 16-18

14 April 19th The Genus Mycobacterium (pg. 153)Presentations 19-21

15 April 26th Complete Genus StudiesPresentations 22-24

16May 3

rd Lab Cleanup

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BIO 205 Syllabus Spring 09