Human Heredity -
BIO162
Hergert
General Course Information:
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Course Description:
Human Heredity is designed for the general student who wants to learn more
about the principles of human heredity, population genetics, recent
discoveries including the mapping of the human chromosome, and genetic
technology. The ethical issues raised due to advances in human heredity will
also be examined. |
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Method of
Instruction:
Traditional lecture will
be used during the course, with the occasional addition of films. Small
group activities will frequently be incorporated into the class sessions.
Students are expected to participate fully in these activities. |
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Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to - 1. describe the structure of cells and the processes by which cells reproduce. 2. explain the structure and function of DNA and proteins, and relate them to inheritance. 3. demonstrate the concepts of Mendelian inheritance and be able to solve genetics problems. 4. create and use pedigrees to show patterns of inheritance. 5. describe the genetics of cancer and immunity.
6. discuss and debate current
biotechnology methods and issues, and biotechnology’s impact on our lives. |
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Required Textbook: Human Genetics: Concepts and Applications, 8th edition - 2007, by Ricki Lewis. It is published by McGraw-Hill, and the ISBN is 978-0-07-299539-8. It is available in the RVC Bookstore. |
Assignments/Assessment:
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Exams: There will be 3 unit exams (worth around 75-100 points each) and a comprehensive final exam. Exams will be mostly multiple choice, true/false and matching, with a small number of short-answer/essay-type questions and problems. The fourth and final exam, which will be given during finals week, will cover both material from previous units as well as the material from unit 4. It will be longer than a normal unit exam. Exams will constitute approximately 63% of the overall grade. |
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In-Class Activities: There will be many small in-class group work or out-of-class assignments given throughout the semester. These will count for about 19% of the overall class grade. Students are expected to participate in the group work. Students will not receive full credit for work if they do not participate. |
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Group Paper Presentation: Students will be assigned to a small group and will be responsible for researching a biotechnology/bioethics topic, writing a group paper on that topic, and presenting the topic in detail to the class. This project will be worth 100 points, or approximately 16% of the overall grade. |
Tips and Suggestions to help you do well in BIO 162:
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Be on time each day and
have good attendance. |
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Read your text book – preferably
before the lecture on that material. After you've read: |
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Make flash cards from your lecture
notes and/or text. |
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Work through and study the study
guide, practice quiz and review sheets that are on EdNet. |
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View the animations on the EdNet
conference to help you visualize concepts. |
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Visit some or all of the web sites
listed on the EdNet conference to give you more information, tutorials, etc. |
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Start studying several days before
the exam. |
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Ask someone to quiz you over your
notes and study guide to help you identify your weak areas. |
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Ask your instructor for help with
concepts that you found difficult or confusing. |
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Visit a tutor in the Success Center
for help preparing for the exam. |
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Other things
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Instructor Contact Information:
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Name: Deena Hergert |
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Department/Office Location: Life Science Department, CLII, G09 |
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Email address: dhergert@ednet.rvc.cc.il.us |
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Office Phone Number: 815-921-3484 |
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