Syllabus Biological Sciences

Saint Columban CollegePagadian City

VISION: Persons who are Mature, Competent and Dynamic Believers in the Supreme Being, conscious of their interdependence and in right relationship with one another and the rest of the creation.

MISSION: We, at Saint Columban College, guided by the gospel values of WISDOM, JUSTICE and CHARITY, commit ourselves to develop fully the talents, and capabilities of the students through holistic quality programs, which aim to help them live their faith, attain academic excellence and perform their responsibilities towards God, society and the rest of the creation.

GOALS: To create a climate that will enable the students to cultivate the values of wisdom, justice, and charity.To develop students who manifest critical thinking and problem solving skills through scientific investigation.

To produce technologically skilled graduates who can articulate their thoughts in cohesive and understandable terms.

To create an atmosphere that deepens the social commitment of students to help improve the quality of life in their community and the environment.

College of Teachers Education, Arts and Sciences

Course Number: General Science 103 Course Title: Biological ScienceCourse Credit: 3 unitsPre-requisite/s: noneClass Schedule: 1:00-2:30am, 4:00-5:30pm MTH 10:00-11:30am, 4:00-7:00pm TFRoom: SN 4-1Instructor: Ermar S. Delos SantosE-mail: [email protected]

Course Description:

The course provides basic information about biological world focusing on the dynamic between major groups of living things and their relationship with the non-living environment.

Course Goals:

The learner demonstrates understanding of basic concepts and processes in Biology deepened by other disciplines to analyze/solve problems critically, think innovatively/creatively, and make informed decisions in order to enhance the integrity and wellness of the human person and to protect the environment, conserve resources and sustain quality life.

Achieves Excellence | Cultivates a Peaceful Environment | Takes Care of Mother Earth | Serves Humanity

Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILO): At the end of the term, the student will

1. Recognize the general manifestation of life and distinguish between living and non-living things,

2. Describe representative forms of microorganism, plants and animals, including man in terms of basic structure and function,

3. Observe relationship among different groups of plants and animals with the non-living environment,

4. Develop respect for the living body, fully aware of the role which every individual organism plays in the world,

5. Develops sense of personal hygiene, community health, and appreciation for the beauty of nature.


Course Schedule

Course Objectives

At the end of every lesson students must be able to:

Topic/s Activities, References and/or Requirements

Week 1 (June 10-15, 2014)

stimulate individual ideas and thought about the course

familiarize with the structure and requirement of the course

Formulate one’s own definition of biology Identify the branches of biology and

name occupations related to it. Explain the scientific process its

components and limitations. Realize the importance of the

contributions made by biologists to society

Course Introduction, Orientation and Expectation

Biology and Youa. Biology as a science, its

nature and scopeb. Science and Scientific Methodc. Biologists and Their

Contributions

Course syllabus, Individual Discussion,

Concept Formation Seat work Oral recitation Role play Eulogy

Week 2 (June 17-22, 2014)

Discuss the basic characteristics of living things.

Identify the different biological tools and equipments used in the laboratory.

Identify different applications of biotechnology in medicine, agriculture, and ecology.

d. The characteristics of living things

e. Modern Biological Tools and Equipments

Biotechnology: Biology in Action

Film viewing Draw Lots Games ( Cell or No Cell) Journal Group work Venn Diagram Interview of a Resource

Person Poster Making

Week 3 (June 24-29, 2014)

Explain the importance of the different molecules in the cellular process and survival of the organisms as a whole

Describe and discuss the function of each part of the cell in the performance of cellular processes

Understanding Cells: The Building Pieces of Life

a. Chemical Basis of Life-Fuels for Life

b. Cellular Parts and Functions- Tour of the Cell

Film viewing Demonstration Journal Experiment Picture puzzle


Explain the importance of the cell membrane’s fluid mosaic structure to cell function

Explain the dynamics of the different cellular transport systems

Describe and explain the effects of the different types of solutions on the cell

Cellular Transport: The Cellular Traffic

Week 4 (July 1-6,

2014)

Identify the stages of the cell cycle Define the basic mechanism in each

stage of the cell cycle Explain how the cell cycle is regulated Describe the stages of mitosis Cite some aberrations in mitosis Explain the process of meiosis Cite differences between meiosis and

mitosis Identify some aberrations in meiosis

Cell Divisiona. The Cell Cycleb. Mitosisc. Meiosis

Journal K-W-L Chart Comparative chart

Week 5 (July 8-

13, 2014)

EXAMINATION WEEK PRELIM PRELIM

Week 6 (July 15-20, 2014)

Show appreciation to the contributions of Gregor Mendel in the study of genetics

Apply the probability of genetic crosses Compare the different types of mutations

and their possible results. Identify modern advances in genetics

Geneticsa. The Basic Structure of DNAb. Mendelian Geneticsc. The Principle of Dominance

and Recessivenessd. The Law of Segregatione. The Law of Independent

Assortmentf. Pattern of Inheritanceg. Sex Determination and Sex-

related Inheritanceh. Mutationsi. Karyotyping

Journal Film showing Seat work Oral recitation


j. Selective Breeding and Genetic Engineering

Week 7 (July 22-27, 2014)

Cite the mechanisms of evolution Explain the evolution populations Name some theories on the origin of the

species and natural selection Name the importance of phylogeny and

systematics Trace the development of geologic time

scale

Evolutiona. The Mechanisms of Evolutionb. The Geologic Time

Film showing Seat work Oral recitation

Week 8 (July 29-Aug. 3, 2014)

List and describe the layers of ecological organization

Describe how organisms interact in food chains and food webs

Explain the importance of ecological pyramids

Describe how energy flows. Trace pathways of materials within an ecosystem

Ecology and Ecological System

a. Concepts of Ecologyb. Layers of Ecological

Organizationc. Ecosystem and Its

Componentsd. Flow of Energy in an

Ecosysteme. Interrelationships in an

Ecosystemf. Development of an Ecosystemg. Biogeochemical Cycles

(Nutrient Cycles)

Seat work Oral recitation Film viewing

Week 9 (Aug 5-

10, 2014)

EXAMINATION WEEK MIDTERM EXAM MIDTERM EXAM

Week 10 (Aug 12-17, 2014)

Aug. 15-16 (Mugna: CCS Days) Describe the bases by which organisms

are classified Explain the biological diversity among

bacteria and viruses Identify the role that bacteria and viruses

Diversity Among Bacteria And Viruses

a. Bacteriab. Viruses

Seat work Oral recitation Film viewing


play in the environment , health and industry

Week 11 (Aug 19-24, 2014)

Aug 19-20 (Adlaw sa CTEAS) Describe the characteristics of protists

and Fungi Classify the different protists and fungi

into groups Discuss how these organisms affect our

environment and influence human lives

Protists and Fungia. Diversity of Protistsb. The Fungi Around Us

Film showing Journal

Week 13(Aug 26-31, 2014)

Describe the characteristic features of animals

Explain the evolutionary tree in animals Classify the animals in different groups Discuss the economic and ecological

importance of these organisms.

Diversity in Animalsa. Simple Invertebratesb. Other Invertebrates: Mollusks,

Annelids, Arthropods, and Echinoderms

c. Chordates

3-2-1 Chart

Week 14 (Sept 2-7,

2014)

Discuss the distinguishing characteristics of plants

Describe diversity in the plant kingdom Discuss the ecological and economic

importance of plants

The Green World: Plantsa. The Nonvascular Plantsb. Seedless Vascular Plants:

Ferns and Alliesc. Vascular Plants with Seeds

Problem solving Research

Week 15 (Sept 9-

14, 2014)

Aug. 12-13 PREFINAL EXAM PREFINAL EXAM PREFINAL EXAM

Week 16(Sept 16-21, 2014

Sept. 17, 2014 Araw ng ZDSSept. 18-20, 2014 INTRAMS

INTRAMURALS INTRAMURALS

Week 17 (Sept 23-28, 2014)

Trace the history of modern taxonomy Describe the system of Binomial

Nomenclature List the categories of the modern

Systematics Biology: Taxonomy

a. Aristotle Classification Systemb. Linnaean System of

Outdoor activities Journal Music Video Fieldtrip


classification introduced by Carolus Linnaeus

Classificationc. Binomial Nomenclature

Week 18 (Sept. 30-

Oct. 5, 2014)

Oct 3-4 FINALS for Graduating StudentsOct 5 TEACHERS DAY Identify the basic characteristics and life

processes of representative organisms in the five-kingdom scheme of classification

d. The Kingdom of Life Discussion Musical Play Nature viewing

Week 19 (Oct 7-12, 2014)

FINAL EXAMINATION FINALS FINALS


Teaching Strategies:

The teacher serves as facilitator in all the activities. The teacher uses different activities and techniques to cater the diverse needs of the student.The syllabus will be followed as closely as possible and use it as guide in working towards the intended learning outcomes of the course. Attendance is of prime importance of the course.

Assessment:

Varied evaluation strategies will be utilized to document learning achieved in this course. One hundred percent (100%) is the highest point one can earn based on the following Parameters:

Class Attendance/Assignment - 20%Quizzes/Oral presentation - 40%Major Examination - 40%

Assessment Details:The student’s participation, oral recitation, and group interactions are assessed and graded using rubrics. This adds up to the 40% of the total rating.Students are required to keep a continuous learning log throughout the term using biology journals. He/she may be asked to make regular journal entries on a number of topics- three, four or five entries per week, in class or at home. This document becomes a special place where the learning in the course is both accomplished and reflected. He or she is graded based on a given rubrics. This activity constitutes 20% of the total 100% total highest percentage and they are rated individually.Portfolio of learning is based on the submission of assignments as evidence of learning of the different statistical measurement constitutes 40% including quizzes.Summative assessment of student learning is conducted thru the four major examinations which is equivalent to 40% of the total rating.

Grading System:

Grades will be allocated based on the percentage earned:


1.0 = 97-99 Excellent1.25 = 94-96 Superior1.5 = 91-93 Very good1.75 = 88-90 Very good2.0 = 85-87 Good 2.25 = 82-84 Good2.5 = 79-81 Fair2.75 = 76-78 Fair3.0 = 73-75 Passing 5.0 = 68-72 Failed

On class requirement:Students are required to keep a continuous learning log throughout the term using biology journals. Prepare an organized and creative oral presentation of the topic preferably utilizes the aid of technology.Prepare a music video or documentary films on a given topic. Create a wildlife or botanical guide for a local wildlife area.Every assignment must be done/completed on time.Assignment submitted late will be subject to a deduction of 5points per day of delay including weekend.

On Attendance Attendance is strictly required. Late of 15 minutes is considered absent. Two (2) consecutive absences will not be admitted to join the class. He / She should

secure a re-admission slip from the DSA to be presented to his/her instructor. Seven (7) consecutive absences will consider dropped.

Only valid reasons like illnesses and death of an immediate family are excused in the class.

If the student is absent due to illness, he/she should present a medical certificate signed by the doctor to be excused in the class.

If the student is absent due to death of an immediate family, he/she should present an excuse letter signed by the parents or the guardian.

Other ConcernsCourtesy towards each member is expected, thus any behavior that will impede learning

is shun. Receiving and sending messages, calling or receiving calls through cell phones are to be avoided during class hours. However if cannot avoided, student are allowed to go out of the room and do what needs to be done outside. This is to avoid distracting the class proceedings. Wearing of identification card (ID) inside the classroom is strictly observed.

Textbooks and References:Capco, Carmelita M., Yang, Gilbert C., Biology 2th Ed. Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., Quezon City. 2008

Capco, Carmelita M., Yang, Gilbert C., You and the Natural World: Biology 3rd Ed. Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., Quezon City. 2010

Formacion, Minda J., Geduspan, Jane S., Gacutan, Ma. Vicenta and Katalbas, Ma. Severa Fe S., Fundamentals of Biology 1st Ed. Rex Printing Company, Inc.84-86 P. Florentino St. Sta. Mesa Heights, Quezon City. 2011

Marieb, Elaine N. Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 7th Ed. Pearson Education South Asia PTE LTD. San Francisco, California, 2004


Ramos, John Donnie., Ramos, Anna Cherylle M. Exploring Life Through Science Biology.Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., Quezon City. 2006

Tan, Andrew Eusebio S., Lopez, Crisanto S., and Morano, Lourdes N. Science: Fundamentals of Biology 1. Adriana Printing Co. Inc., 776 Aurora Boulevard, cor. Boston St. Quezon City. 2011

Vengco, Lilia G., Religioso .You and the Natural World: Integrated Science 3rd Ed.Phoenix Publishing House, Inc., Quezon City. 2008

Suggested ONLINE RESOURCES to visithttp://www.biologyjunctions.com

Prepared by:

ERMAR S. DELOS SANTOS

Reviewed by:

MR. MARIO F. ALAYONCTEAS Dean


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Syllabus Biological Sciences