BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology 1 Course Description Study of the principles of biology including the scientific method, cell theory, cellular process, theories of heredity and evolutionary theory, ecology, human physiology, and a survey of the diversity of organisms. Prerequisites None Course Textbook Belk, C., & Meier, V. B. (2013). Biology: Science for life with physiology (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. Note: Unit Assignments, excluding Discussion Boards, will be completed in MasteringBiology. Access is provided through a link on the Blackboard Course Menu. Course Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Analyze scientific information and apply it to aspects of living organisms and the environment. 2. Differentiate among the various processes that occur in living organisms. 3. Relate chemistry and chemical processes to living organisms. 4. Identify structures and functions of the human body. 5. Evaluate various disease states of the human body. 6. Relate the importance of plants to living organisms and the environment. 7. Evaluate evolution and natural selection to the origin of life. 8. Evaluate the effect of various human practices on the environment. 9. Relate genetics and scientific research to human lives. 10. Conduct virtual lab simulations and experiments. Credits Upon completion of this course, the students will earn three (3) hours of college credit. Course Structure 1. Unit Learning Objectives: Each unit contains Unit Learning Objectives that specify the measurable skills and knowledge students should gain upon completion of the unit. 2. Written Lectures: Each unit contains a Written Lecture, which discusses lesson material. 3. Reading Assignments: Each unit contains Reading Assignments from one or more chapters from the textbook. 4. Learning Activities (Non-Graded): These non-graded Learning Activities are provided in each unit to aid students in their course of study. 5. Key Terms: Key Terms are intended to guide students in their course of study. Students should pay particular attention to Key Terms as they represent important concepts within the unit material and reading. 6. Discussion Boards: Discussion Boards are a part of all CSU term courses. Information and specifications regarding these assignments are provided in the Academic Policies listed in the Course Menu bar. BIO 1100, Non-Majors Biology Course Syllabus BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology 2 7. Unit Assessments: This course contains eight Unit Assessments, one to be completed at the end of each unit. Assessments are composed of multiple choice and written response questions. 8. Ask the Professor: This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to ask your professor general or course content related questions. 9. Student Break Room: This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your cla ...

1. BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology 1
Course Description
Study of the principles of biology including the scientific
method, cell theory, cellular process, theories of heredity and
evolutionary theory, ecology, human physiology, and a survey
of the diversity of organisms.
Prerequisites
None
Course Textbook
Belk, C., & Meier, V. B. (2013). Biology: Science for life with
physiology (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Note: Unit Assignments, excluding Discussion Boards, will be
completed in MasteringBiology. Access is provided through
a link on the Blackboard Course Menu.
Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

2. 1. Analyze scientific information and apply it to aspects of
living organisms and the environment.
2. Differentiate among the various processes that occur in living
organisms.
3. Relate chemistry and chemical processes to living organisms.
4. Identify structures and functions of the human body.
5. Evaluate various disease states of the human body.
6. Relate the importance of plants to living organisms and the
environment.
7. Evaluate evolution and natural selection to the origin of life.
8. Evaluate the effect of various human practices on the
environment.
9. Relate genetics and scientific research to human lives.
10. Conduct virtual lab simulations and experiments.
Credits
Upon completion of this course, the students will earn three (3)
hours of college credit.
Course Structure
1. Unit Learning Objectives: Each unit contains Unit Learning
Objectives that specify the measurable skills and
knowledge students should gain upon completion of the unit.
2. Written Lectures: Each unit contains a Written Lecture,
which discusses lesson material.

3. 3. Reading Assignments: Each unit contains Reading
Assignments from one or more chapters from the textbook.
4. Learning Activities (Non-Graded): These non-graded
Learning Activities are provided in each unit to aid
students in their course of study.
5. Key Terms: Key Terms are intended to guide students in their
course of study. Students should pay particular
attention to Key Terms as they represent important concepts
within the unit material and reading.
6. Discussion Boards: Discussion Boards are a part of all CSU
term courses. Information and specifications
regarding these assignments are provided in the Academic
Policies listed in the Course Menu bar.
BIO 1100, Non-Majors Biology
Course Syllabus
BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology 2
7. Unit Assessments: This course contains eight Unit
Assessments, one to be completed at the end of each unit.
Assessments are composed of multiple choice and written
response questions.
8. Ask the Professor: This communication forum provides you
with an opportunity to ask your professor general or
course content related questions.
9. Student Break Room: This communication forum allows for
casual conversation with your classmates.

4. APA Guidelines
CSU requires that students use the APA style for papers and
projects. Therefore, the APA rules for formatting, quoting,
paraphrasing, citing, and listing of sources are to be followed.
A document titled “APA Guidelines Summary” is available
for you to download from the APA Guide Link, found in the
Learning Resources area of the myCSU Student Portal. It may
also be accessed from the Student Resources link on the Course
Menu. This document provides links to several internet
sites that provide comprehensive information on APA
formatting, including examples and sample papers.
CSU Grading Rubric for Papers/Projects
The course papers will be graded based on the CSU Grading
Rubric for all types of papers, unless otherwise specified
within assignment instructions. In addition, all papers will be
submitted for electronic evaluation to rule out plagiarism.
Course projects will contain project specific grading criteria
defined in the project directions. To view the rubric, click the
Academic Policies link on the Course Menu, or access it
through the CSU Grading Rubric link found in the Learning
Resources area of the myCSU Student Portal.
Communication Forums
These are non-graded discussion forums that allow you to
communicate with your professor and other students.
Participation in these discussion forums is encouraged, but not

5. required. You can access these forums with the buttons in
the Course Menu. Instructions for subscribing/unsubscribing to
these forums are provided below.
Click here for instructions on how to subscribe/unsubscribe and
post to the Communication Forums.
Ask the Professor
This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to
ask your professor general or course content questions.
Questions may focus on Blackboard locations of online course
components, textbook or course content elaboration,
additional guidance on assessment requirements, or general
advice from other students.
Questions that are specific in nature, such as inquiries regarding
assessment/assignment grades or personal
accommodation requests, are NOT to be posted on this forum. If
you have questions, comments, or concerns of a non-
public nature, please feel free to email your professor.
Responses to your post will be addressed or emailed by the
professor within 48 hours.
Before posting, please ensure that you have read all relevant
course documentation, including the syllabus,
assessment/assignment instructions, faculty feedback, and other
important information.
Student Break Room
This communication forum allows for casual conversation with
your classmates. Communication on this forum should
always maintain a standard of appropriateness and respect for
your fellow classmates. This forum should NOT be used to
share assessment answers.

6. Grading
Discussion Boards (8 @ 2%) = 16%
Unit Assessments (8 @ 10.5%) = 84%
Total = 100%
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Course Schedule/Checklist (PLEASE PRINT)
The following pages contain a printable Course Schedule to
assist you through this course. By following this schedule,
you will be assured that you will complete the course within the
time allotted.
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BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology Course Schedule
By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will
complete the course within the time allotted. Please keep this

7. schedule for reference as you progress through your course.
Unit I Introduction, Chemistry, and Cells
Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
to the Scientific Method
Biochemistry, and Cells
Health? Nutrients and Membrane
Transport
Metabolism, and Cellular Respiration
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals:

8. Unit II Cancer and Genes
Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
--DNA Synthesis, Mitosis, and Meiosis
and Quantitative Genetics
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Submi
Notes/Goals:
Unit III DNA and Genetic Engineering

9. Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
--Complex Patterns of Inheritance
and DNA Fingerprinting
--Gene
Expression, Mutation, and Cloning
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals:
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BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology Course Schedule

10. Unit IV Evolution
Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
Evolution
--Natural Selection
--Biodiversity
and Classification
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals:

11. Unit V Ecology
Review:
y Guide
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
Ecology
--Community and
Ecosystem Ecology
Biomes
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals:
Unit VI Animal Structure and Function, Part I

12. Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
nation--Tissues, Organs, and Organ
Systems
--Respiratory, Cardiovascular,
and Urinary Systems
Immune System, Bacteria, Viruses, and
Other Pathogens
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Submit:
Notes/Goals:

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BIO1100, Non-Majors Biology Course Schedule
Unit VII Animal Structure and Function, Part II
Review:
ties (Non-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
--
Skeletal, and Muscular Systems
and Developmental Biology
isorder--Brain Structure and
Function
Discuss:
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals:

14. Unit VIII Photosynthesis and Plant Biology
Review:
-Graded): See Study Guide
Read:
--Photosynthesis and
Global Warming
--Plant Structure and Growth
--Plant Physiology
Discuss:
the
Discussion Board question by
Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)
Discussion Board response by
Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)
Notes/Goals: