Math and Natural Sciences Addendum
Microbiology Lecture
| Instructor: Dr. Mary Weis | Course: BIOL 2420/2421 Lecture |
| Office: C200A @ CPC | Phone : 972.881.5725 |
| email : mweis@collin.edu | Hours : ________________ |
Use the current syllabus link on the main navigation page for access to the lecture sullabus.
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Preparation Outside of Class:
A minimum of three (3) to four (4) hours of preparation outside class is typically expected for every hour of lecture each week. Any assignments or reading is in addition to this preparation time. The student is expected to have read the assigned text material (listed on the class schedule for that week) prior to class. However, science courses generally require more time for study and preparation. Expect to spend 20-30 hours for this portion of the course depending on your science background and experience.
Attendance and Participation:
Regular attendance is expected and necessary for students to do well in this course. If a class is missed, it is the student's responsibility to get the information covered. Preparation before class will allow participation in class. Please ask if you have any questions.
As described in the department syllabus, in addition to the ADA statement, this course makes no exception of accommodation(s) for any student beyond the documented accommodation(s) initially set up by the ACCESS Office at the beginning of the semester, by the third week of school. The instructor does not have to make any exceptions beyond this additional documentation.
Course Repeatability:
A course in which a grade (including W) has been received can be repeated only ONE time without financial penalties or addtional departmental approval in order to replace the grade.
Method of Evaluation:
Exams (+/- Quiz total) = 70%
Group Project = 20%
Class Assignments/Homework/Mastering Microbiology work = 10%
Exams:
Five (5) major lecture exams will be worth 100 points each and will consist of a multiple choice section, matching, short answer, and mini essay questions. See instructor's lecture schedule for the exam dates and material to be covered.
Five (5) unannounced lecture quizzes worth 20 points each will be given during the semester.
These lecture quizzes will have a total point value of 100 points (20 x 5) and may be used in the calculation of the lecture portion of the course grade, if the total quiz score is better than the lowest exam score. All lecture exams must be taken prior for the lecture quiz total to be considered in determining the grade. There are no make up lecture quizzes available for any reason, including but not limited to computer hardware/software issues and/or missing class for any reason.
If an exam is missed for any reason, the student must take a comprehensive
make up in the testing center during finals week or receive
a zero (0) for the missed exam. Only one exam can be made up, all other missed
exams will receive a score of zero (0). The lecture quizzes will not be considered
in the case of any missed exams.
Group Project:
A group project will be assigned during the latter half of the semester
and will entail both a written and oral presentation on a pathogenic protozoa,
fungi, or helminth parasite chosen from a selected list provided by the
instructor. No make
ups are available for any reason. Nothing late will be accepted for any reason. See instructor website link for more information regarding the specifics of this project.
Class Assignments/Homework:
Homework, class assignments, and Mastering Microbiology activities will
be comprised of both group and individual exercises including but not limited
to case
studies,
crossword
puzzles, concept
checks, current events news/journal articles, and other activities.
No make
ups are available for any reason, including (but not limited to) computer issues or missing the due date/time.
Nothing late will be accepted for any reason.
Grading Policy:
The lecture portion will be 65 % of the overall grade.
The lab portion will be 35 % of the overall grade.
Grades will be assigned as follows ::
90.0 and above = A
80.0 to 89.99 = B
70.0 to 79.99 = C
60 to 69.99 = D
Below 60 = F
There will be NO curve at the end of the course. Plan to study accordingly.
Enforcement of the Right to Privacy Act means that grades will ONLY be discussed in person.
Grades will not be given or discussed over the phone.
Academic Ethics:
Cheating on assignments, quizzes, exams, lab practicals, will be dealt with according to the procedures described in the Student Code of Conduct portion of the Collin student handbook. Cheating is also addressed on the departmental generic syllabus under academic ethics.
Please read this material and be familiar with the contents of the student handbook.
Students found responsible for violations of the college's Academic Ethics / Honor Code policy in either lecture and/or lab will receive the strongest penalty available. This penalty will usually be a failing grade for the course (whether the student withdraws or stays enrolled), no matter how much work was accomplished.
FERPA Compliance
Student performance cannot be discussed with anyone other than the student,
unless the student provides written permission. Student information cannot
be given to students over the phone or via non-secure email address. Students
may communicate with the instructor about grades or other sensitive information
in person or via their college provided cougarmail email address.
Please turn the ringer selection on all electronic devices including cell
phones, smart watches, pagers, PDAs, and any timers or any other electronic device, etc. to the OFF setting
! Cell phones
and
other
electronic
devices are to be turned off and put out of sight in
purses/backpacks/etc. during class or lab time.
Unapproved use of electronic devices will result in confiscation of that device
for the duration of the class. If classroom disruptions continue, the dean
of students will be contacted.
Use of electronic devices for medical purposes must be addressed with the
instructor prior to the start of any class or lab.
Other student disruptions and consequences are addressed in the Student Code
of Conduct Handbook.
Electronic devices including, but not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, cameras, audio or video tape recorders, and computers are prohibited without prior approval of the instructor. When allowed for note taking or recording of lectures, no authorization is granted for redistribution by any student to any social media outlet.
Other Pertinent Information:
1. If you transfer to OR from another microbiology class, you may be required to repeat work and retake lecture exams / quizzes from your new lecture instructor.
2. No children allowed in class.
3. Electronic divices are to be turned "OFF" during class/lab. No recording devices are allowed.
4. No eating, smoking, or drinking (other than water) in class.
5. Make sure you know the drop date. There will be no late drops for any reason.
6. The INTERNET is a good resource for information, but be wary of the source.
Suggestions:
* Review freshman biology and A&P texts before reading your microbiology text.
* Get Ready for Microbiology is available from the Pearson publisher as an online text.
* Read the chapter summary before coming to class and create a general outline of the chapter.
* Be able to answer the questions at the end of each chapter (you may see some of these again).
* Refer to your Anatomy and Physiology text and your notes for review of certain chapters (i.e. immunology).
* Remember :: What you learn now, you will carry with you through your career, and yes you will use this information again and again!
2420 Lecture Schedule link for Dr. Weis
2421 Lecture Schedule link for Dr. Weis