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COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will provide an introduction to some of the major themes
and concepts in Biology. These will include evolution, biodiversity, the form and function of
animals and plants, and basic ecological principles. The main objectives of this course are to
introduce students to a broad view of unifying themes in the study of biology and to inspire
developing interest in our biological world. Students in the course will have a broad range of
experience and interests but the goal of the course is to build upon the understanding for all
students enrolled in the course, regardless of their previous study.
LECTURES: 172 St. Johns, Robert B. Schultz Lecture Theatre, MWF, 1:30 - 2:20 pm
ATTENDANCE: Punctual attendance to lecture is expected. If you are going to be late, please
enter quietly.
E-MAIL POLICY:
If you are sending an email, please make sure you do the following:
Check this syllabus first. If you are asking about course or exam information, chances are
the answers are already in the syllabus.
Use a formal salutation. Hey prof is not appropriate but Hello Dr. Fraser is.
Always include your full name during any correspondence.
Use full, properly structured sentences and do not use textese.
Use your University email account.
I do not respond to emails on weekends or for 24 hours prior to an exam. I will not answer
questions about lecture material via email. It is best to make an appointment to discuss any
concepts in person.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
1) Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections (Canadian Edition)
By: Reese, Taylor, Simon, Dickey, and Scott
Pearson Publishing Company Inc.
Available at the U of M Bookstore
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2) MasteringBiology Student Access code.
A code comes packaged with the purchase of a new textbook. Alternatively, you can
purchase an access code from the U of M Bookstore or with a credit card directly from the
Pearson website. Used textbooks do not come with an access code.
EVALUATION:
Your final grade will be based on two examinations and online quizzes as follows:
MasteringBiology Quizzes
6 quizzes, use best 5 for final grade.
Portion of course grade ---------------------------------------------------------- 10%
Mid-term Examination
40 multiple-choice questions 50 minutes
Portion of course grade ---------------------------------------------------------- 35%
Where: Written in class - 172 St. Johns, Robert B. Schultz Lecture Theatre. Date: Wed Mar 8th.
Time: 1:30-2:20 (during class)
Final Examination
80 multiple-choice questions 120 minutes
Portion of course grade ---------------------------------------------------------- 55%
Scheduled and seated by the Registrars Office. Date, Time & Exam Rooms TBA
Your mark at the end of the course will be out of 100%. The final grade will be assigned by
converting your final cumulative percent score (rounded to the closest percent) into a letter
grade according to the following breakdown:
90% or higher A+
80-89% A
76-79% B+
70-75% B
60-69% C+
55-59% C
50-54% D
49% or lower .. F
MASTERINGBIOLOGY ASSESSMENT:
On MasteringBiology, a total of 6 quizzes will be posted to complete over the term. These
quizzes are mandatory and summative and will account for 10% of your final grade. Quizzes
will become available on the date indicated in the schedule below for 24 hours. Within this 24-
hour window (12:00 AM 11:59 PM), you must login to MasteringBiology and complete the
quiz. Failure to do so before midnight will result in a grade of zero for that quiz. Do not begin a
quiz too close to the deadline (i.e., 11:52 PM), as you may not have enough time to complete it.
No extensions or make-up possibilities will be given for any quiz. Your best five quiz marks will
be used to calculate your grade.
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MASTERINGBIOLOGY SCHEDULE
(*24-hrs to complete quizzes online, 12:00 AM 11:59 PM)
SETTING UP MASTERINGBIOLOGY:
Register for online assignments and quizzes on MasteringBiology.com (MB). All required
information for your registration to MB and the proper use of this system is given in detail in
your Student Access Kit for MasteringBiology.
1. Make sure your computer meets the system requirements (see your MB Student Access Kit
and http://www.masteringhelp.com/system_requirements.htm). Although MB can be used
with Internet Explorer or Safari, using the most current Firefox seems to generate fewer
problems.
2. Go to http://www.masteringbiology.com/ site.
3. If you are a first-time user, click on New Students and follow the instructions. If you have
used MB before, simply login to the system using your previous Login Name and Password.
4. To enroll in the course, enter your 7-digit University of Manitoba student number (usually
starting with a 7) as your Student ID and enter the correct Course ID below:
BIOL1010W2017A02FRASER
You must enter your 7-digit U of M student number correctly for your scores to count. Please
double check.
5. If you experience technical difficulties with the MasteringBiology online assignment system
contact MasteringBiology at this URL:
http://www.masteringbiology.com/site/support/faqstudents.html
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examinations. The table below outlines the topics and textbook sections we will cover in class,
although not necessarily in the order in which they will be presented. **Important note: What
we cover is subject to change throughout the term so be sure to go by what is covered in class
for the most up-to-date list of corresponding textbook pages that you are responsible for.
Modules in parentheses are some of the topics covered in Biology 1000, and are very useful
review (you are expected to understand this information).
TOPIC MODULE
Introduction
Themes in biology 1.1-1.7
The Scientific Method 1.81.9, 1.11
Evolution
Natural selection 13.1-13.6, 14.614.8
Speciation 15.115.6, 15.8-15.9, 15.1015.11
Phylogeny 15.12-15.14,15.15-15.17
Diversity of Living Things
Prokaryotes (4.3-4.4)
Plants 19.1-19.2 + 7.2, 19.3, 19.7-19.8, 19.9-19.14
Animals 20.1-20.4, 20.5-20.15, 21.121.9, 21.10-21.11,
21.12-21.17
Plant Form & Function
Plant structure 22.222.6
Plant reproduction 22.1
Plant growth and development 22.9
Plant tissue needs (6.12, 7.12), 23.1-23.5, 23.6-23.12
Plant control systems & behaviour 24.124.9, 24.10-24.14
Animal Form & Function
Animal reproduction (8.13)
Animal growth and development 30.330.8
Animal tissue needs 27.1-27.6, 27.7-27.12
Ecology
Animal behaviour 36.1 36.3, 36.4 36.11
Biosphere 35.1-35.5, 35.6-35.8, 35.9-35.19
Populations 37.1-37.9
Ecosystems 41.1-41.7, 41.8-41.14
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: