BIOL 1503, Honors Biology for Science Majors II, sections 1-4
PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF COURSE This course covers the basic information, concepts, and methods of modern biological science. It is intended for students who plan to specialize in biology or a related field. Students who want to obtain some knowledge of biology as part of their general education should enroll in General Biology (BIOI 1002). The material discussed in BIOL 1503 includes general concepts in evolution, diversity, plant & animal physiology, and ecology
INSTRUCTOR Dr. Bill Wischusen 131 Life Sciences Bldg ewischu@lsu.edu
MATERIALS Textbook: Biology, 11th edition, by Urry et. al. Benjamin/Cummings Publishing Company You will also need: Access to Mastering Biology and Learning Catalytics, this comes with your textbook unless you purchased a used book, it can then be purchased separately.
Packback: You will receive an e-mail from Packback with instructions for how to create an account and join the community for this course.
COURSE INFORMATION AND SYLLABUS The course syllabus and all other course information can be found on the MOODLE course website. There are two different ways that you can access this information: 1) Through your myLSU account via MOODLE. Click on MOODLE on your myLSU desktop, under Student Services. 2) By going directly to MOODLE (https://moodle.lsu.edu).
I have made a great deal of course information available to you through the MOODLE site, but it is your responsibility to check this site for information. Also you need to check your university e-mail account regularly for any course information updates.
General Education Outcomes Biological Sciences 1503 is a General Education Natural Sciences Course. This course is designed to address the following General Education Competency:
"LSU graduates will employ scientific and mathematical methods and technology in the resolution of laboratory and real-world problems.'
Course Expectations: It is expected that you will read and/or complete any pre-class the assignments for the background necessary to properly participate in any discussion and be able to think critically about the concepts addressed in class. As a general policy, for each hour you are in class, you should plan to spend at least
two hours preparing for the next class. Since this is a four-credit course, you should expect to spend a minimum of eight hours each week preparing for this class (lecture and lab).
Students with Disabilities: LSU is committed to making reasonable efforts to assist individuals with disabilities in their efforts to avail themselves of all the services and programs offered by the university. If you would like to request accommodations due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please contact me, or the Office of Disability Services (578-5919, 111A Johnston Hall) as soon as possible.
GRADES Your performance on the exams, quizzes, and assignments will determine your final grade. The exams will take place during the regular semester and will be multiple choice and non-comprehensive in format. The final exam will be given during the final exam period and will be partially non-comprehensive (~67%) and partially comprehensive (~33%). In addition to