Biology 1441-002
Class Schedule and Syllabus
M, W, F 10-11

Dr. James V. Robinson
448 Life Science Box 19498
Office Hours: M, T, W 9-10
Office phone: 272-2419
Email: james.robinson@uta.edu ; http://www.uta.edu/biology/robinson

Class Objectives: To present the essential details of cell and molecular biology at an introductory level.

Course Outline

1/3 of course grade will be earned in laboratory
2/3 of course grade will be earned in lecture

Students are required to bring #2 pencil. Mark answers firmly on scantron. Exams will not be regraded if you take exam incorrectly. Erase mistakes completely.

No make-up exams. Excused missed exams will be substituted for with final exam grade. Final exam is comprehensive. Unexcused absences will be zero for missed quiz.

Last Day to Drop is 11 April 2008

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA): If you are a student who requires accommodations in compliance with the ADA, please consult with me at the beginning of the semester. As a faculty member, I am required by law to provide “reasonable accommodation” to students with disabilities, so as not to discriminate on the basis of that disability. Your responsibility is to inform me of the disability at the beginning of the semester and provide me with documentation authorizing the specific accommodation. Student services at UTA include the Office for Students with Disabilities (located in the lower level of the University Center) which is responsible for verifying and implementing accommodations to ensure equal opportunity in all programs and activities.

Do not expect the instructor to inform you of material covered or provide you with notes concerning missed lectures.

It is expected that student behavior conforms to societal norms. For example, this means that during lectures there should be no: talking, sleeping, reading of newspapers, use of headphones, etc. Students violating such norms will be expected to leave the classroom.

Attendance: No formal policy.

Drop for non-payment of tuition: Payment must be received by the term due date of January 9, 2008 or your registration will be cancelled.  If your registration is cancelled for non-payment, you may reregister for classes but only is seats are available.

Description and Prerequisites:

1441. CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (3-2) 4 hours credit (BIOL 1406). The first of a three-part introductory biology sequence, this course focuses on the chemical and molecular basis of life, including metabolism, cell structure and function, and genetics. Laboratory experiments are designed to complement theory presented in lecture. Formerly listed as BIOL 1449; credit will not be given for both. F, S, SS.

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Bomb Threats: If anyone is tempted to call in a bomb threat, be aware that UTA will attempt to trace the phone call and prosecute all responsible parties. Every effort will be made to avoid cancellation of presentations/tests caused by bomb threats. Unannounced alternate sites will be available for these classes. Your instructor will make you aware of alternate class sites in the event that your classroom is not available.

Final Review Week: A period of five class days prior to the first day of final examinations in the long sessions shall be designated as Final Review Week. The purpose of this week is to allow students sufficient time to prepare for final examinations. During this week, there shall be no scheduled activities such as required field trips or performances; and no instructor shall assign any themes, research problems or exercises of similar scope that have a completion date during or following this week unless specified in the class syllabi. During Final Review Week, an instructor shall not give any examinations constituting 10% or more of the final grade, except makeup tests and laboratory examinations. In addition, no instructor shall give any portion of the final examination during Final Review Week

After Hours Safety Escort

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