Mt. San Antonio College: Microbiology (MICR) 22 with Cindy Anderson

Lecture Syllabus for Spring 2018

41774 Lecture is M & W from 3:30 pm – 4:55 pm ( room 7-1104 ) 41768/41769 Lecture is T & Th from 8-9:25 am ( room 7-1104 )

Welcome to the exciting world of the microbes!

This course covers fundamental concepts of microbiology including viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa and parasitic worms.

Our emphasis is on human health and microbiology!

A. Your Instructor: Ms. Cindy Anderson

Motto: Life’s too short … seek your passions! E-mail: canderson@mtsac.edu Telephone/Voice mail: (909) 274-4552

Web site: http://faculty.mtsac.edu/canderson/ Check out the resources waiting for you on the left margin!

Office: 60-2409 Open hours for all students: M & W from 2:15-3:15 pm, as well as T & Th from 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm!

but feel free to contact me for tutoring or help at other agreeable times!

B. Course Objectives:

a. Explain the basic features of the microbial world in terms of the 3 domains of life as well as

viruses, viroids and prions b. Describe physiological and genetic processes of microorganisms c. Analyze methods of controlling microbes by comparing physical, chemical and

chemotherapeutic means d. Explain the mechanisms of pathogenicity and the dynamics of host-parasite interactions e. Diagnose specific pathogens and their diseases based on their characteristics, symptoms

caused, and laboratory test results f. Demonstrate basic microbiology laboratory procedures, g. Perform safe handling of living microbial cultures and practice aseptic techniques to achieve

this course’s SLO. HERE ARE THE COURSE MEASURABLE OBJECTIVES (FROM MICR 22 COURSE OUTLINE OF RECORD!) 1. Explain the basic features of every group of microorganisms.

2. Describe the physiology and genetic processes of microorganisms. 3. Apply physical and chemical methods of controlling microorganisms.

4. Explain the dynamics of host-parasite interaction. 5. Diagnose specific diseases on the basis of symptoms and laboratory test results. 6. Perform basic microbiology lab procedures using appropriate PPE required for this laboratory course. 7. Demonstrate safe handling and proper hazardous waste disposal procedures for microorganisms and chemicals used. 8. Analyze, using student’s own experimental design, effective hand washing. 9. Demonstrate how to properly use the compound light microscope, as well as know its parts, their functions, how to safely transport and clean it.* 10. Perform aseptic transfer techniques and interpretations of laboratory results.* 11. Demonstrate proper and complete labeling of bacterial cultures, and accurate recording of

observations in the lab manual.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLOS)

1. *Aseptic technique. Students are able to demonstrate aseptic techniques that are appropriate for

the allied health fields. Perform aseptic transfer techniques and interpretations of laboratory results.

2. *Demonstrate how to properly use the compound light microscope, as well as know its parts, their functions, how to safely transport and clean it.

C. Prerequisite: CHEM 10 or CHEM 40

Advisory prerequisite: BIO 1 or BIO 4 or BIO 4H (this advisory highly suggested to enhance your success in this course!)

D. Textbook & Lab Manual Required (no photocopies of lab manual pages accepted!) 1. Required Basic Text (Pearson Publisher): Tortora, Funke and Case, 2016. Microbiology, An Introduction, 12th ed. (ISBN: 9780321928924, Tortora, Microbiology 12e hardbound text + Mastering Access

OR ISBN: 9780133983722, Tortora, Microbiology 12e loose leaf text + Mastering Access - both ordered through our campus book store) Textbook Rental (of this 12th ed) may also be available through our campus bookstore!

This latest textbook edition can be purchased with MasteringMicrobiology www.masteringmicrobiology.com (optional for our course but highly recommended) It’s a rich, one-stop resource center that offers you a unique collection of interactive tutorials & animations, dynamic study modules, case studies, practice tests and is mobile-friendly—all keyed to your text chapter by chapter). Online Purchase of Mastering Microbiology available at www.masteringmicrobiology.com ______________________________________________________________________________ 2. Required Lab Manual: Anderson, Cindy; Great Adventures in the Microbiology

Laboratory: Microbiology 22 (8th edition!) Revised Fall 2015- ISBN: 1-323-11464-5

__________________________________________________________________________ Optional resources:

Heymann, David’s 2015 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 20th ed., APHA ISBN: 978-0-87553-018-5 and there’s The Control of Communicable Diseases Manual for Mobile + Web which includes the same reliable content as the book: the latest updates on identifying, managing, and preventing hundreds of infectious diseases, as well as public health news feeds and links to journal abstracts and citations via MEDLINE Journals and RSS feeds! WebLogin unboundmedicine.com/ccdm

A Photographic Atlas for the Microbiology Laboratory, 4th ed. by Michael Leboffe & Burton Pierce (0-89582-872-3) (hard copy)

E. Course Organization and Reading Assignments in Tortora’s 12th ed. Weeks Dates Lecture Topics Chapter in

textbook 1 Feb. 26-March 1 The Microbial World and You 1 2 March 5-8 Principles of Disease and Epidemiology 14 3 March 12-15 Observing Microorganisms Through a

Microscope + begin Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic Cells

3 & 4

4 March 19-22 Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells + Classification of Microorganisms

4 & 10

5 March 26-27 Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea 11 5 March 28/29

(tentative) Exam #1

6 April 2-5 The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, & Helminths

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7 April 9-12 Viruses, Viroids, and Prions 13 8 April 16-19 Microbial Metabolism & Microbial Growth 5 & 6 9 April 23/24

(tentative) Exam #2

9 April 25-26 The Control of Microbial Growth 7 10 April 30-May 3 Antimicrobial Drugs 20 11 May 7-10 Microbial Genetics 8 12 May 14-17 & Biotechnology and DNA Technology 9 13 May 21/22

(tentative) Exam #3

13 May 23/24 Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity 15 14 May 29-30 Innate Immunity: Nonspecific Defenses of the Host 16 14 May 31 – June 4 Adaptive Immunity: Specific Defenses of the Host

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15 June 5-7 Highlights from: Practical Applications of Immunology and Disorders Associated with Immune System

18 & 19

16 MW class: Weds. June 13 1:30 pm -4:00 pm ________________ TTH class: Tues. June 12 7:30-10 am

COMPREHENSIVE Lecture FINAL EXAM in 7-1104 (lecture room) (see details that follow under Grading System

below: component “C” Grading)

ALL the textbook content covered in this course!

Each unit will have a study guide/lecture notes to assist you! Although you’ll want to follow closely to the dates for chapter reading, the lecture topics and exam dates are approximate. As we get closer to the completion of each unit, your class will vote on the exact exam dates for units 1, 2 and 3. (Chapters 21-26 on Microorganisms and Human Disease will be referred to throughout the semester and contain valuable information to include on your pathogen charts)

(Chapter 2 on Chemical Principles is for your reference as needed!)

F. GRADING SYSTEM A single letter grade will be yours at the end of the semester for MICR 22 <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> COMPONENT 'A' OF COURSE GRADE: 42% of your course grade will be determined as follows: 1. 3 lecture exams at 100 pts. each upon completion of unit 1, unit 2 and unit 3 (dates set by vote of class)… Don't just memorize your notes. THINK about the concepts, and STUDY for UNDERSTANDING. Look up the roots of all new words. Appendix E in your textbook lists the word roots used in microbiology. Appendix D will help you with the pronunciation of scientific names. You must take your unit exams with your registered class! Unit exams will include multiple choice, matching, definitions and essay questions. 2. Lecture quizzes* (best 11 of 13 )........ = 55 points (5 points each)

* There will be thirteen “5 point” quizzes during the semester. A quiz could be given at any time during our lecture class meeting which may include the very beginning of class, so make sure you always get to class on time!!!!!! The purpose of these quizzes is to check for understanding of current or previous lecture presentations. These quizzes will give you an indication of what some of the exam's questions may cover. Of the 13 quizzes that will be given throughout the semester, the lowest 2 will be dropped. There will be no make-ups for missed quizzes. Therefore, you must be present in class at the time the quiz is given.

Hey, how about some extra credit points?

Sure...You can earn 5 x-tra points toward lecture for participating in our MICROBES IN THE NEWS! It's a great way to keep current and involved in this exciting subject! Here's how: a. Choose a current microbiology related article (must have been published

within 3 weeks of its class presentation) b. You may share one article during the semester for 5 x-tra credit points. We'll

make time for up to 5 news sharings per class (except exam dates, last 2 weeks of semester and finals week). No points will be awarded for duplicate articles or content, so first come, first served at each lecture meeting (they'll be a sign in sheet for you at the beginning of class each day).

c. You must read your news item thoroughly before class, understand its content, & complete the Microbes in the News handout provided in the pages that follow before you present.

d. Summarize your article’s findings to the class in your own words (5 minutes max.), and be ready for questions!

e. Immediately after you've presented its highlights to your class, please turn in the article & handout completed with your name on it to your instructor!

f. Any questions, please ask Cindy J 3. Video/DVD Questionnaires during lecture (5 points each); as time permits & you must be present in class to receive these points!

<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> COMPONENT 'B' OF COURSE GRADE: 33% of your course grade will come from the laboratory portion <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> COMPONENT 'C' OF COURSE GRADE: 25% of your course grade will be determined by your comprehensive FINAL EXAM (The final exam will consist of 2 scantron graded parts: Part 1 = 200 questions coming from the entire lecture portion of the course! and Part 2 = 50 questions of Unit 4’s content only) Lecture final exam date for the MW lecture is Weds. June 13th from 1:30-4:00 pm ! Lecture final exam date for the TTh lecture is Tues. June 12th from 7:30 - 10 am ! <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Separate percentage calculated for each of these 3 components (A, B, & C) of your grade: Total points earned X 100 = Grading Scale Total points possible 90-100% = A 80-89% = B 70-79% = C 60-69% = D then each component is weighed by the % of your course grade No make ups for the 3 unit exams during the semester (and you must take your unit exams with your registered lecture). However, Part 1 of your final exam score may also be used (as each correct answer of the final * .5 = 100 pts. max. of the unit exams) to replace any missed unit exam or lowest unit exam if all were taken. If Part 1 of the final exam score is the lowest compared to the 3 lecture unit exam grades it is only counted toward the final exam grade while the 3 unit exam scores will not change. G. ATTENDANCE:

1. You are expected to attend each class session and be on time! Your thoughts, comments and questions will be important contributions to the understanding of issues related to microbiology.

2. Maximum allowable absences: 4 lecture meetings 3. Two tardies = one absence, and leaving class early = 1/2 an absence. 4. Persons exceeding allowable absences may be dropped from class. 5. Instructor does NOT assume responsibility for dropping inactive students. 6. No withdrawals after May 4, 2018. (Last date to drop with a “W”) If absences become excessive after last date to drop, course grade will be an F

7. Students are responsible, whenever absent, for getting notes, instructions, test dates, and assignments. It is useful to have another student you can contact when absent.

H. Cindy’s advice to lead you toward academic success

1. Focus (don’t get distracted with your phone/social media). Turn off cell phones, pagers, iPods, texting devices, computers, cameras etc. while in class. Your electronic devices are to be stowed away to minimize distractions to others during our lecture time (eg. iPODs, text messaging devices, digital cameras etc.). Any classroom disturbances (walking in and out of class to answer phone calls, texting and talking during class) and you will be asked to leave.

2. Comprehension is the goal (not I just need a “C” grade) 3. Stay on track-keep your eyes on the prize

I. iClickers…the electronic exception You will have the privilege, while in this class, to be assigned an iClicker (active response remote) that will be used for on-time attendance (to generate more extra credit points toward lecture J) and immediate assessments throughout our lecture classes. The hope is you’ll thoroughly enjoy using them and our lectures will become more interactive, exciting and fun! The clicker use guidelines will be explained when they are introduced!

J. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Anyone cheating on any exam or quiz will receive zero points for that test. It will NOT be the dropped one. More serious breaches of integrity will have more serious consequences. Acts of cheating and plagiarism are serious violations of Mt. SAC's Student Discipline Policy (refer to our college catalog for the details), you will be reported to the Student Life Director, and a disciplinary record established with the Student Life Office

Mt. San Antonio CollegeBiological Sciences Department Policy on Student Cheating

POLICY 1. No dictionaries, reference materials, notes, or programmable calculators may be used during any exam or quiz unless authorized by the professor. 2. No electronic devices, of any type, may be used during any exam or quiz unless authorized by the professor. a. Electronic devices include, but are not limited to: cell phones, smart watches, PDAs (personal digital assistants, earphones, cameras, MP3 players, translation devices, and electronic dictionaries. 3. No talking, signaling, sharing of note cards, calculators or other materials is allowed during any exam or quiz, unless authorized by the professor. 4. Only the materials required or authorized for an exam or quiz should be taken out of your notebook, backpack, pocket, or purse. All other materials should be put away as instructed, including electronic devices. 5. Students may not leave the classroom during an exam or quiz unless authorized by the professor. If a student leaves the room without permission, the test or quiz will be forfeited at that time. 6. This policy will be strictly enforced by all professors in all classes taught in the Department. CONSEQUENCES: 7. A single act of cheating or academic dishonesty in any form may result in as much as receiving an “F” in the course. 8. Action taken by the professor will be consistent with the college policy on cheating and academic dishonesty. In addition, a report regarding the violation will be submitted to the Director of Student Life for further action, which may also result in further disciplinary action, including, but not limited to suspension or expulsion from the college.

WHAT IS CHEATING? Ø Some examples of cheating include, but are not limited to: a. Plagiarism, which is the use of materials authored by another person or obtained from a commercial source or the use of passages without proper acknowledgment. b. Having or using unauthorized materials during any exam or quiz c. Notes concealed in or written on clothing, hats, or skin (as examples). d. Looking at another student’s work during any exam or quiz. e. Changing answers on a returned exam in order to claim there had been a grading error. f. Sharing any content of exams or quizzes with individuals who have not yet taken it. g. Removing an exam or quiz from the classroom without the professor’s approval. h. Taking photos of exams, quizzes, completed ScanTrons®, or exam keys. i. Turning in work that was generated by other individuals or by the same individual but in a prior semester, including but not limited to: lab report data, lab report or homework questions, homework assignments, and extra credit assignments. j. Working together on a lab experiment when told to work individually. k. Falsifying lab data. l. Allowing another student to look at your exam or quiz, or allowing another student to copy your homework, lab reports, or other assignments. (If that work is duplicated you may also receive the same penalties listed above for violation of the Biology Department Policy on Cheating, and the college policy on cheating and academic dishonesty.) m. Falsifying documents, including signatures. If you are unclear about what constitutes cheating in your class or for a particular assignment, please contact your instructor for clarification before the assignment is due. Ø Sign the Student Acknowledgment form and return it to your professor. Ø Keep this policy for your records.

Mt. San Antonio College Biological Sciences Department Policy on Student Cheating

Student Acknowledgement

I have received, read, and understand the Biological Sciences Department Policy on Student Cheating. Professor Cindy Anderson’s Microbiology 22 Class (lecture and lab) _________________________________________________________________ Print Last Name, First Name

______________________________________________ _________________ Signature Date

CindyAnderson’sclass:Microbiology22

“MicrobesintheNews”

5 points x-tra credit toward lecture * Your name: ________________________________________________________ Date of your class presentation: ________________________________________ Name of article: ____________________________________________________ Source of article: ___________________________________________________ Date of article: _____________________________________ Your summary of this exciting article’s content you’ll be sharing with the class (in your own words…keep to between 50 and 100 words, if possible). Make sure the information is relevant to our course content!!!!!! NEXT PAGE FOR A BIT MORE! * See Anderson’s course syllabus for more details

What did you learn about microbiology that you didn’t know before? Submit this form along with a copy of your article to Cindy the date of your presentation to the class.

Any questions about this x-tra credit opportunity …..don’t hesitate to ask!