Course Outline
To achieve learning outcomes, the student will:
1. describe the scientific method and differentiate between hypothesis and
theory. (A,D)
2. explain how a controlled experiment is used to test a hypothesis. (A,D)
3. list and explain the biological principals and themes. (A,D)
4. distinguish between an atom and an element and list the elements that
comprise 99% of living matter. (A)
5. list the subatomic particles and relate the structure of an atom to its chemical
properties. (A)
6. list and explain the properties of water. (A)
7. identify and state the function of macromolecules. (A)
8. differentiate between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and describe the
advantages of specialization in eukaryotic cells. (B)
9. describe the components and physical properties of cell walls, plasma
membranes, and cytoskeleton. (B)
10. list the cellular organelles, indicating the functions of each. (B)11. explain how the fluid mosaic model describes the structure of the plasma
membrane. (B)
11. describe the types of active and passive transport, explaining how each
functions to move substances in biological systems. (B)
12. explain how cells divide. (B,C)
13. describe how the ATP molecule is formed and its role in energy transfer. (B)
14. summarize the photosynthetic process by tracing the steps in the conversion
of light energy to chemical energy. (B)
15. relate the structure of a chloroplast to its function. (B)
16. describe the four major processes in cellular respiration, stating where each
takes place and listing their products. (B)
17. explain fermentation. (B)
18. describe how cells reproduce, by listing the events that occur during the
stages of the cell life. (B, C)
19. list the stages of meiosis and describe how meiotic events halve
chromosome numbers during gamete formation. (B, C)
20. list Mendel's principles and describe how his experimental crosses illustrate
each. (C)
21. use a Punnett square to predict phenotypic and genotypic ratios of genetic
crosses. (C)
22. describe the components and spatial arrangement of the DNA molecule as
23. proposed by Watson and Crick. (C)
24. explain how DNA molecule replicates. (C)
25. compare RNA to DNA. (C)
26. explain what is meant by the genetic code. (C)
27. state how the Hardy-Weinberg principle accounts for constant allele
frequencies within a population. (C)
28. briefly outline the steps in recombinant DNA technology. (C)
29. discuss the advantages and possible problems associated with genetic
engineering. (C)
30. list ways genetic engineering techniques are used in agriculture and
medicine. (C)
31. explain how species arise. (C)
32. describe the Linnaean system of taxonomy. (C)
33. name the five kingdoms into which living things are grouped. (C)
34. summarize a minimum of 3 biological science current event articles (D)
A. utilize fundamental principles and terminology of biology to describe the
interaction and function of living organisms;
B. apply knowledge of the structure and function of cells to the understanding
of organisms;
C. synthesize basic genetic principles to explain heredity, evolution, and
classification of organisms; and
D. integrate biological principles to interpret current scientific developments in
biological science.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Students will be suspended for actions detrimental to the welfare of other students, instructors, staff, and the campus. These actions include, but are not limited to: Firearms and/or weapons, alcoholic beverages, and illegal drugs will not be permitted on campus. Profanity and fighting are strictly prohibited. Smoking or use of any other tobacco products is prohibited. Students must not eat or drink beverages in classrooms or labs. Vandalism will not be permitted on campus. Dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Students who cheat, or aid in the act thereof, may be dismissed from campus. Students must display a respectable attitude and behavior toward instructor and other students. The college has a Zero Tolerance Policy, meaning the campuses should be completely free of threats and assaults to ensure the highest standard of safety for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors on each campus. The college will take all reasonably available steps to protect all such persons from violence. Violators of the Zero Tolerance Policy will be suspended.
Title IX
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If you wish to speak to a confidential employee who does not have this reporting responsibility, you can contact the Title IX Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. 1129. If it is an ADA issue, you can contact CLTCC's ADA Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. For more information about reporting options and resources at CLTCC and the community, visit our Title IX page. Please complete the following Incident Report by clicking here to report the incident. Under "Nature of this Report," choose Title IX or Disability Service Request regarding a Reasonable Accommodations issue.