BIOL-1406 Cellular and Molecular Biology
Jen Herrell
Credit Spring 2024
Section(s)
BIOL-1406-004 (78187)
LEC NRG ONL DIL
LEC TuTh 10:40am - 12:10pm NRG NRG2 2226
LAB TuTh 12:20pm - 1:50pm NRG NRG2 2226
Course Subjects
III. Course Information:
This will be updated in March 2024.
IV. Course Goals
A. Course Skills and Prerequisites:
Skills: Reading, writing, and mathematics proficiency as determined by the COMPASS or ASSET test, or by the statewide THEA test, or by providing an official transcript from another college.
Prerequisites: One year of high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry; two years of high school algebra or MATD 0390.
NOTE: This is a rigorous biology class primarily for students who wish to transfer to university as Biology or Pre-Med majors. You will be expected to work at least 25 - 30 hours per week to complete the reading, homework assignments, lab reports and studying for tests. If you do not feel ready yet to succeed in this environment, you may wish to take BIOL 1408 before taking BIOL1406. Contact your instructor or advisor for assistance in deciding.
You will be asked to sign a statement confirming that you have completed the required prerequisites for this course during the first week of class.
B. Course Description:
General Biology course designed for science majors and students with a strong science background who desire an in-depth approach to biological topics. An introduction to the physical and chemical organization of living organisms; cell structure, function, and metabolism; classical and molecular genetics; gene regulation and genetic engineering. BIOL 1406 and BIOL 1408 may not both be counted towards graduation.
C. Course Rationale:
The ACC Biology Department has specified the content of this course in the departmental common course objectives. The departmental objectives are located at https://sites.austincc.edu/biology/common-course-objectives/ .
Biology 1406 is a major’s level course for those who wish to pursue careers in biology, biotechnology, the health sciences and other related fields. There are four major topics (modules) that will be explored during the semester:
- The chemistry of living organisms including the structure of atoms and molecules, pH, the macromolecules of living organisms, and energetics, enzymes and enzymatic pathways.
- The structure and function of cells including the differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the eukaryotic organelles and biological membranes and intercellular communication.
- Nucleic acids including mitosis and meiosis, DNA structure and replication, RNA transcription and translation and gene regulation
- DNA technology, viruses, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, and Darwinian evolution.
For convenience, these modules have been split into 5 testable units (see Course Schedule and blackboard for more information). .
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
D. Student Learning Outcomes:
Course-Level: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
- Identify the 4 classes of macromolecules, their monomers, and their functions in cells.
- Describe the structures and functions of cell organelles
- •Discuss energy transfer, enzyme function and the pathways of cellular respiration and photosynthesis.
- Describe prokaryotic binary fission, the eukaryotic cell cycle, mitosis and meiosis.
- Identify DNA structure and replication, transcription, translation and gene expression.
- Solve problems in Mendelian genetics, including multiple alleles and X-linkage along with the Laws of Segregation and Independent Assortment
- Describe modern biotechnological techniques and their impacts on society.
Program-Level:
- As a required course for an Associate of Science in Biology, students will be able to:
- Compare the structure and function of cells.
- Describe the chemical basis of life including the importance of water, gases and macromolecules.
- Explain energy movement, enzyme structure and function, respiration and photosynthesis.
- Illustrate DNA structure and replication, protein synthesis, mutations and genetic analysis.
E. General Education:
- As a Core Curriculum course, students completing this course will demonstrate competence in:
- Critical Thinking - Gathering, analyzing, synthesizing, evaluating and applying information.
- Interpersonal Skills - Interacting collaboratively to achieve common goals.
- Quantitative and Empirical Reasoning - Applying mathematical, logical and scientific principles and methods.
- Written, Oral and Visual Communication - Communicating effectively, adapting to purpose, structure, audience, and medium.
Student Rights & Responsibilities
VI. Student Rights and Responsibilities
Visit this link for more information on: https://www.austincc.edu/offices/academic-outcomes-assessment/master-syllabi/college-policies
- ACC’s Statement of Rights & Responsibilities
- Scholastic Dishonesty
- Senate Bill 212 & Title IX Reporting Requirements
- Student Privacy
- ACC’s Recording Policy
- Discrimination
- Student Complaints
- Copyrights
student Support Services/ Resources
VII. Student Support Services/ Resources
The success of our students is paramount, and ACC offers a variety of support services to help, as well as providing numerous opportunities for community engagement and personal growth.
Visit this link for more information on: https://www.austincc.edu/offices/academic-outcomes-assessment/master-syllabi/college-policies
- Student Support
- Student Accessibility Services
- Academic Support/ Learning Labs
- Personal Support
- Library Services
- Student Organizations
Campus Safety & Access
VIII. Campus Safety & Access
Visit this link for more information on: https://www.austincc.edu/offices/academic-outcomes-assessment/master-syllabi/college-policies
- ACC’s Safety Statement
- Health & Safety Protocols for ACC Campuses
- ACC’s Campus Carry Policy
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