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February 2, 2019 – policies and course outline may be revised with prior notice 1
Los Angeles Mission College – Spring 2019
Biology 5 – Introduction to Human Biology
Lecture: 18373: Monday & Wednesday 1:55 - 3:20 PM (CMS 004)
Lab: 18375: Monday 3:50-7:00 PM (CMS 106); 18380: Wednesday 3:50-7:00 PM (CMS 106)
Instructors: Dr. Diane Livio (lecture) Office: CMS 221 (229) Kimberly Berthet (lab)
Drop-In Hours: Livio: MW 10:30am - 1:30pm; OR make an appointment to meet Berthet: MW 7:00 – 7:35pm(CMS 106)
Contact information: send a direct message through CANVAS (using “Inbox”) [email protected] 818-833-3334; [email protected]
Course website: ilearn.laccd.edu (CANVAS) Important dates: http://www.lamission.edu/students/calendar.aspx
Course Description:
Hours: Lecture - 3 Carnegie hrs/wk, Laboratory - 3 Carnegie hrs/wk; 4 semester units
“The course includes basic biological principles as they apply to humans. The course will provide a
foundation for advanced courses in Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology. Topics include
chemical principles, the cell, heredity, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pathology,
ecology, and bioethics.”
Biology 5 is applicable to CSUGE Areas B2 & B3 and IGETC Areas 5B & 5C.
Prerequisite: English 28 or ESL 8; Advisory: Math 115 or Math 123B or Math 129B
Student learning outcomes (SLOs):
1. Students will analyze a scientific experiment and identify the major components, including
hypothesis, dependent and independent variables.
2. Students will analyze biological structures and functions and demonstrate their
relationships in the human body.
Required Texts and Materials:
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Ed.) by Johnson (2017)
Available at the campus bookstore: ISBN 978-0-13-404243-5
(Note: there is a copy of this text book on reserve at the LAMC library.)
3-ring binder to hold lab documents
Lab and assignment downloads from CANVAS
Access to a printer
5 ScanTron Answer Sheets (form no. 882-E, 100 Q) for the lecture exams
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Lecture Materials:
I will post my PowerPoint files to our CANVAS website. There, you will also find
assignments and other helpful links related to the topics that we will review in the class.
The CANVAS website will also be how we stay in communication with each other, such as
class discussions or private messages. Please update your notification settings and check
your email regularly, so that you do not miss any updates. If you have questions during the
course, please post them to the Questions discussion board, and help answer others’
questions. (For personal questions, you should send me a private message.)
Attendance & Participation:
Attendance and participation is mandatory for all lecture and lab sessions.
Following LAMC policy, students that miss three class sessions may be dropped. If
you must be absent or late due to special circumstances, it is your responsibility to
inform the instructor before the session and contact another student for the information
missed. If you miss any of the class meetings in the first week without contacting me in
advance, you will be dropped from the course.
Evaluation & Grading (with point estimations, percentage of total points):
Letter grades are determined by the instructor based on overall performance in the course,
following the standard grading scale (“straight scale”):
90%+ = A, 80-89% = B, 70-79% = C, 60-69% = D, <60% = F
Lecture Examinations (325 points, 38%)
There will be 5 exams (see dates in course schedule): the first exam is a “mini exam”
worth 40 points, and the other midterm exams are each worth 70 points. The cumulative
final lecture exam will be worth 75 points and include material from throughout the course.
The exams are administered at the start of the class session, so plan accordingly. No
make-up examinations will be given. It is at the discretion of the instructor to decide if a
student who has an excused absence from one midterm exam to receive the percentage
earned on the next exam counted for that missed score. The excuse for the absence must
be reported to the instructor within 24 hours and accompanied with proper documentation.
There is no make-up for the final exam. Students should arrange all personal, family, and
vacation plans accordingly; these occasions are not considered as excused absences.
Quizzes (150 points, 17%)
There will be 18 timed, online quizzes, of various lengths and points, following
completion of the chapter in lecture. The quizzes are intended to keep you up to date with
the material. Quizzes cannot be made up. You should arrange all plans accordingly to
check in regularly and complete these as they come up.
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Laboratory Worksheets and Participation (125 points, 15%)
To receive full credit, all questions, including tables, charts, and graphs, for all
laboratory exercises are required to be completed by the end of the lab period. The sheets
for each of the laboratory sessions will be worth 10 points each (except for the
Integumentary lab). Notice the total value of these points! Absences, failure to
participate, or failure to complete lab sheets will cause the grade in the course to suffer. If
you are tardy or leave early, you may lose points. A student, who misses three
class/laboratory sessions or is tardy/leaves early three times, is subject to receiving a
failing grade or may be dropped.
Laboratory Practical Examinations (100 points, 12%)
The lab schedule is divided into two units, with a Laboratory Practical Examination at
the end of each. These exams cover all material from the laboratory exercises throughout
each unit and can include written and practical components. You may use your lab binder
when taking the exams. No make-up lab practical exams will be given, so plan accordingly.
Medical Condition Pamphlet and Presentation (45 points, 5%)
Students will be asked to research a human disease or disorder of their choice.
Students will be required to prepare an informative and coherent pamphlet that presents
their analysis in their own words that could be distributed to the general public; they will
then give a brief presentation to their fellow lab mates. Assignment details will be posted on
CANVAS, and students will need to post their selected topic for pre-approval. Note: Late
submissions are not accepted.
Homework/Participation (115 points, 13%)
Online assignments and in-class activities are given throughout the semester, starting
in the first week, designed to aid your comprehension of the content of the course. These
are worth points, and they will affect your final grade. (Not completing the small online
assignments quickly adds up and is like skipping an entire test!) It is your responsibility to
stay up to date with the content and assignments for the course. If you miss class or are
tardy/leave early, you may miss these points.
I do not make special extra credit arrangements for any student, so please don’t ask.
Simple Things You Can Do to Do Well in this Course:
Set aside uninterrupted time to study, multiple times throughout the week, for at
least 6 hours per week – put it in your schedule!
Review the textbook/lab materials in advance of each class session (even if it’s
just a 15-min skim).
Form a study group. Talk to the instructors during office hours. Use the free
tutoring available at the STEM Tutoring Center in CMS101.
Ask questions and connect the content to previous lessons.
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Cheating:
Being a college student can be stressful at times, and that stress can lead to
temptation to make bad decisions. This is your education, your responsibility, and your
reputation. Cheating and plagiarism in any form will result in an automatic zero on the
assignment and possible F in the course with a disciplinary report filed with the college.
This includes using outside assistance on assessments, presenting others’ work as
your own, and copying words directly from a source other than your own mind. You are
required to read the LAMC Code of Honor and Integrity at the end of this document.
Special Accommodations:
If you require special accommodations for a disability, religious holiday, etc.,
please inform me within the first two weeks of the course, and I will accommodate you if
at all possible. In general, recording of the lectures requires prior approval by the
instructor.
LAMC students with verified disabilities who are requesting academic accommodations should use the following procedure:
Step 1: Obtain documentation of your disability from a licensed professional. You may contact DSP&S to request a Disability Verification Form.
Step 2: Make an appointment to meet with a DSP&S Specialist to review your documentation and discuss reasonable accommodations. To schedule a meeting, please call DSP&S at (818) 364-7732.
Step 3: Bring your disability documentation to your DSP&S appointment. The DSP&S office is located in room 1018 of the Instructional Administration (IA) building.
Step 4: Each semester, reach written accommodation agreement with the DSP&S Specialist and your instructor.
Please complete this process in a timely manner to allow adequate time to
provide accommodation.
A Note from Dr. Livio:
Remember that I am here to help you however I can, so please do not
hesitate to contact me with any questions you might have. My hope is that
you will use this class as an opportunity to strengthen your critical
thinking skills and investigate the world as a biologist. Please share with
me and the class anything you would like to learn more about. Let’s work
together to make this a great semester!
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Biology 5 Schedule –Spring 2019 *Last day to Add or Drop without a “W”: February 18
*Last day to Drop with a “W”: May 5
Week LECTURE (CMS 004) Reference LAB (CMS 106)
1 2/4 Intro to Human Biology & Evolution Ch 1; pp. 510-1, 514-5 Scientific Method/ Human Evolution
2/6 Reading Your Textbook; Scientific Method & Critical Thinking
Ch 1; pp. 510-1, 514-5 Scientific Method
2 2/11 The Chemistry of Living Things: the basics Ch. 2 Human Evolution conclusions / Microscopy & Cells
2/13 Chemistry of Living Things: & you Ch. 2; pp. 542-6 Human Evolution
3 2/18 NO CLASS - - - - - NO CLASS
2/20 Organic Molecules; Our Cells Chs. 2 & 3 Microscopy & Cells; Microbio Prep
4 2/25 EXAM 1; The Working Cell Ch. 3 Microbiological Methods
2/27 The Structure & Function of Cells Ch. 3 Microbiological Methods
5 3/4 Cell Reproduction & Regulation Ch. 17.1-4 DNA Technology; Histology Prep
3/6 Cell Reproduction & Regulation Ch. 19.6; 18.1-3,5,8 DNA Technology; Histology Prep
6 3/11 From Cells to Organ Systems Ch. 4 Histology
3/13 Skin; Immune System Ch. 4 & 9 Histology
7 3/18 EXAM 2 - - - - - Nervous System
3/20 Immune & Nervous Systems Ch. 9 & 11 Nervous System
8 3/25 Nervous Systems continued Ch. 11 LAB MIDTERM / Integumentary System
3/27 Sensory Mechanisms Ch. 12 LAB MIDTERM / Integumentary System
SPRING BREAK SPRING BREAK
9 4/8 Endocrine & Skeletal Systems Ch. 13 & 5 Skeletal System
4/10 Skeletal System continued Ch. 5 Skeletal System
10 4/15 Muscular System Ch. 6 Muscular System
4/17 EXAM 3 - - - - - Muscular System
11 4/22 Muscles; Digestive System Ch. 6 & 14 Digestive System
4/24 Digestive System & Nutrition Ch. 14 Digestive System
12 4/29 Blood; Cardiovascular System Ch. 7 & 8 Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
5/1 Heart & Blood Vessels Ch. 8 Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
13 5/6 Respiratory System Ch. 10 Pamphlet Draft Due; Urinary/Reproductive
5/8 Urinary System Ch. 15 Pamphlet Draft Due; Urinary/Reproductive
14 5/13 EXAM 4 - - - - - Presentations / Final prep
5/15 Reproductive Systems Ch. 16 Presentations / Final prep
15 5/20 Genetics & Inheritance: pt 1 Ch 19 LAB FINAL
5/22 Genetics & Inheritance: pt 2 Ch. 19 LAB FINAL
16 6/3 FINAL EXAM 3 - 5pm CMS 004
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According to a 2012 report from the National Survey of Student Engagement, on average, full-time
college students study 15 hours per week. Sounds reasonable, but how effective is that study time?
In the same survey, two out of three students reported that they frequently reviewed their notes after
class but only half said they frequently outlined major topics and ideas from course materials or
discussed effective study strategies with faculty or students. The key isn't necessarily to put in more
hours – although that wouldn't hurt either – but to make the most of your study hours.
Some tips:
1. Get organized. Staying organized is key. Make sure you have a notebook/binder for
each class and organize your notes, handouts, graded tests, papers and quizzes. When you
prepare to study, have all the materials – syllabus, pens, paper, pencils, calculator or
whatever you'll need for that particular study session. Use a planner to keep track of long-
and short-term projects. Set a schedule and stick to it.
2. Pick your time and place. Experts advise students to study in chunks of shorter
time and to avoid marathon study sessions. If possible, it's best to use work hours – 8 a.m. to
6 p.m. – for classes and studying. Every campus has great places to study – but your room
may not be one of them since there is likely both a bed and a TV to lure you away from your
work. Look for spots with good lighting and few distractions. A study carrel at the library
may be perfect for writing a paper or working equations, but there's nothing wrong with
occasional getting cozy in a tucked-away corner of a coffee shop for some tasks, such as
reviewing notes. Try studying at the same time daily, giving your most challenging classes
top priority.
3. Take good notes and review them correctly. Class notes are a crucial part of
studying in college. Taking good notes forces you to listen carefully and helps you
remember the important points even before you study them. So when you're taking notes
during a lecture, listen carefully. Record only the main points and concentrate on key words,
leaving plenty of white space to write in more information as needed. Take time to continue
working on your notes as soon as possible. Add details you remember and review what
you've written. Make note of any questions you have. Keep your notes neat and in order.
4. Attend class and participate. In college as in life, 90 percent of success is showing
up. Studying will be much more effective if you know what your professor and classmates
are talking about. Participate in discussions and ask questions. Create study tools. Create
outlines, timelines, charts and flashcards with your notes and reading materials. Simply
working on these mini-projects can help you memorize the material, but using them to test
yourself can reap rewards.
5. Rethink reading. Painstakingly reading every word may not be your best strategy.
Learn to scan chapter headings, introductions, summaries and keywords. Read actively,
searching for the main points. Take notes and write summaries.
6. Create possible test questions. Translate the text into your own words and think of
your own examples so you'll be able to write effective essays or summaries.
7. Turn off your phone. When it comes to studying, multi-tasking is a myth. Since
you're studying in shorter chunks of time (see No. 2) you can turn your phone off and put it
away to avoid being distracted by a text or call. Reward yourself after a productive hour or
so with a quick peek – but get back to work until you've accomplished your mission.
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Code of Honor and Integrity Los Angeles Mission College
Department of Life Sciences
Students at Los Angeles Mission College, because they are members of an academic community dedicated to the
achievement of excellence and the pursuit of honor, are expected to meet high standards of personal, ethical, and moral
conduct. These standards require personal integrity and a commitment to honesty without compromise. Without the
ability to trust in these principles, an academic community and a civil society cannot exist. Los Angeles Mission College
students and faculty are as committed to the development of students with honesty and integrity as they are to the
academic and professional success of its students.
The Code of Honor and Integrity is an undertaking of the students, first and foremost, both individually and
collectively, that they will:
1. not give or receive dishonorable aid during exams, quizzes or assignments
2. do their share and take an active part in seeing to it that fellow students, as well as themselves, uphold the spirit and
letter of the Code of Honor and Integrity.
Some examples of conduct that are regarded as being in violation of the Honor Code include:
Copying from another’s examination or quiz, or allowing another to copy from one’s own papers
Using any unpermitted source of information, human or other, during an exam, quiz or assignment that
influences the grade; this includes the use of technological devices
Any student-to-student collaboration that is unpermitted
Plagiarism (plagiarism is defined as the use, without giving reasonable and appropriate credit to, or
acknowledging the author or source, of another person's original work)
Representing as one’s own work as the work of another
Giving or receiving aid on an academic assignment under circumstances in which a reasonable person should
have known that such aid is not permitted
As a part of the effort to promote an environment of honesty and integrity during quizzes and examinations, the
following guidelines will apply for any courses in the Department of Life Sciences:
1. Students will leave all books and all other non-essential items (e.g. paper, electronic devices) on the floor so that
they are not useable nor block the sight line between professor and student. No electronic devices will be in reach.
2. Students will not communicate in any way that will dishonorably assist themselves or another student.
3. Students will leave the room during an exam only if permitted by the professor’s policy. If permitted, only one
student may leave the room at any time and be gone for only the average length of time needed for the stated
purpose. Students will leave all purses, bags, books, phones, jackets, etc., in the classroom during the absence.
4. Students will promote the spirit and letter of the Code of Honesty and Integrity by dissuading fellow students
from dishonest activity and, when such casual persuasion does not work, informing the professor of the possible
dishonest activity, either anonymously, or otherwise.
5. Students will make every effort to avoid even the appearance of dishonesty or lack of integrity
Violation of this policy will not be tolerated and violators will be subject to severe penalties. The success of the Code of
Honor and Integrity is based upon the collective desire of students, faculty and the community to live in an
environment that embraces respect for that which is right – both in the college and in society as a whole.