Biology 3315-001/Genetics  LS 122
M-Th 8-10


INSTRUCTOR: James V. Robinson
OFFICE: 448 Life Science Building Box 19498
OFFICE HOURS: M-Th 10:00-10:30 AM

PHONE: 817-272-2419
EMAIL: JAMES.ROBINSON@UTA.EDU

 

TEXT: Modern Genetics Analysis, by Griffiths, Lewontin, and Miller 2nd Edition

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

 

The student should develop a basic understanding of transmission and molecular geneteics.

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY: There is no formal attendance policy but attendance is recommended


GRADING: Two midterm exams, each worth 30% of the course grade, and a comprehensive final exam worth 40% will be averaged to obtain each individuals grade. Letter grades will be assigned on a curve, but the standard categories (i.e., 90+ = A, etc.) serve as defaults.

 

MAKE-UP EXAMS:

 

There will be no make-up exams allowed in this course.

 
WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Students may drop without penalty until June 17, 2008.


Academic Dishonesty

 
It is the philosophy of The University of Texas at Arlington that academic dishonesty is a completely unacceptable mode of conduct and will not be tolerated in any form. All persons involved in academic dishonesty will be disciplined in accordance with University regulations and procedures. Discipline may include suspension or expulsion from the University.


"Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, collusion, the submission for credit of any work or materials that are attributable in whole or in part to another person, taking an examination for another person, any act designed to give unfair advantage to a student or the attempt to commit such acts." (Regents' Rules and Regulations, Part One, Chapter VI, Section 3, Subsection 3.2. Subdivision 3.22).

 
Americans with Disabilities Act:


The university of Texas at Arlington is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation: reference Public Law 93112--The Rehabilitation ''Act of 1973 as amended. With the passage of new federal legislation entitled Americans with Disabilities Act - (ADA), pursuant to section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, there is renewed focus on providing this population with the same opportunities enjoyed by all citizens.

 
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. Student responsibility primarily rests with informing faculty at the beginning of the semester and in providing authorized documentation through designated administrative channels.


Drop for non-payment of tuition:  Payment must be received by the term due date of May 20, 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. 

 

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

 

The Structure of Genes and Genomes

Gene Function

The Transmission of DNA at Cell Division

Inheritance of Single-Gene Differences

Genetic Recombination in Eukaryotes

MIDTERM EXAM 1

Recombinant DNA and Genetic Engineering

Genomics

Gene Mutation: Origins and Repair Processes

 

Chromosome Mutations

MIDTERM EXAM 2

Regulation of Gene Transcription

 

From Gene to Phenotype


 

Regulation of Cell Number: Normal and Cancer Cells

 

The Genetic Basis of Development 

  

COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM

June 30
 

Description and Prerequisites:

3315. GENETICS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Principles of molecular and classical genetics. The function and transmission of hereditary material in microorganisms, plants, and animals, including humans. Prerequisites: BIOL 1441, 1442 and 2343. F, S, SS.


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

 
Student Support Services: The University supports a variety of student success programs to help you connect with the University and achieve academic success. They include learning assistance, developmental education, advising and mentoring, admission and transition, and federally funded programs. Students requiring assistance academically, personally, or socially should contact the Office of Student Success Programs at 817-272-6107 for more information and appropriate referrals.


Attendance: No formal policy.

MAVMAIL

 

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After Hours Safety Escort

 

The Sam Mav Escort service provides a service to assist students, faculty, staff and  campus visitors to reach their destinations after regular business hours. The hours of  service are 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday through Saturday.  817-272-3381