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BI 270 CELL BIOLOGY
SPRING 2010 |
Dr.
A.V. LaVerde |
Room
459; 216-373-5255 |
alaverde@ndc.edu |
OFFICE
HOURS: |
MWF:
9:00
- 9:30,
MW: 12:30 - 1:00;
TR: 1:00 - 2:00
Other times by Appointment |
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Notre Dame
College, a Catholic institution in the tradition of
the Sisters of Notre Dame,
educates a diverse population in the liberal arts
for personal, professional and global responsibility.
Abridged Syllabus Spring 2010
During the semester, YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES
are to:
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Discuss the
evolution of eukaryotic cells and the origin of mitochondria,
flagella and chloroplasts. (I) |
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Describe the
process of DNA replication and the enzymes involved. (I) |
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Discuss RNA
transcription and types of post-transcriptional modifications
including the function of spliceosomes. (II) |
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Demonstrate an
understanding of the enzymatic function of RNA, including
the role of the telomerase enzyme. (II) |
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Discuss the
process of protein synthesis and the role of the molecules involved. (III)
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Explain the
structure of proteins and how the structure correlates with function. (III)
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Describe the
nature of the cell membrane and the organelles that make up the eukaryotic
endomembrane system. (IV) |
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Explain the Signal Hypothesis and its role in protein
transport. (IV) |
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Describe the types of membrane junctions between eukaryotic
cells. (V) |
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Demonstrate an understanding of bioenergetic pathways,
including the Embden- Meyerhoff pathway, the Krebs Cycle and Electron
Transport System. (V) |
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LECTURE
TOPICS
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TEXT
CHAPTER |
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I.
Introduction |
1 |
| Viruses & Prokaryotic Cells |
1 |
| Eukaryotic cells and their origins |
1 |
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II.General
nuclear structure |
12 |
| Chromosomes: chromatin, nucleosomes,
nucleolus |
10,
12 |
| The cell cycle and the evolution of
mitosis |
13,
14, 16 |
| DNA: structure and replication |
2,
10, 13, 18 |
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III. RNA:
transcription, processing, & functions |
2,
18 |
| Controls of gene expression |
11,
12 |
| Protein structure and synthesis |
2,
11, 12, 18 |
| Enzymes &
ribozymes |
3,
11, 12 |
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IV.
Lipids
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2 |
| The cell membrane: structures and
functions |
4,
16 |
| The endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi
complex |
8,
18 |
| Coated transport
vesicles |
7,
8, 15 |
| Lysosomes, microbodies, and
peroxisomes |
3,
5,
8 |
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V. Microtubules
and microfilaments |
9 |
| Cellular
connections; extracellular environment |
7,
16 |
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VI. Carbohydrates
& Bioenergetics |
2,
3 |
| The Embden Meyerhoff Pathway |
3 |
| The mitochondrion, TCA and ETS |
5,
18 |
| The chloroplast and photosynthesis |
6,
18 |
 TEXT:
Karp,
G.
2010.
Cell and Molecular Biology, 6e.
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NOTE:
ALWAYS bring your TEXT to class !! |
| Additional readings from scientific journals
and web articles may be
assigned and discussed in the course. Scan the journals and the Net for
"hot" new info. |
While daily reading assignments will not be made, students
should READ relevant
material in these chapters. Journal articles assigned
for reading will be on reserve in the library. Electronic articles, as
well as class PowerPoint presentations will be located on
MOODLE and on the NDC network at
P:\Class Files\BI Courses\TLaV Bio
The instructor's intent
is not to cover every fact in the text, but to build a solid foundation of
basic environmental concepts. As we target specific topics in
the text, USE the INDEX
to locate these topics. Use the GLOSSARY to clarify definitions.
WARNING:
Missing class is hazardous to your grade!
Class
attendance is an important
part of this course.
Students can gain up to 25 points
for class attendance and participation.
There will be
FOUR (4)
FULL‑PERIOD "quizzes" of 50 points each,
on
2/8,
2/24,
3/24, and 4/14.
The lowest quiz grade will be dropped.
The
Final
"Quiz"
on or
around 5/5 will consist of
50 points
on material from Section V (see above),
plus 25 points
from specific topics in
Sections I ‑ IV.
[Total
points possible:
250.]
ANY changes in this schedule will be
ANNOUNCED.
Ask your instructor about the
BONUS OFFER!
WARNING:
Do NOT wait until the night before
these dates to study!
All
"quizzes"
will consist of
both
short answer and essay questions.
The
questions will deal specifically with material covered and discussed in
class. You will be notified of any exception to this
format.
There will be several
extra credit questions on each
quiz. They will be posted on this course website. There will be NO additional extra credit
in the course.
It is
EXTREMELY
important to take GOOD, CLEAR NOTES in class. Using
this website, course
STUDY
GUIDES
and POWERPOINTS will
be VERY helpful.
NOTE:
There are
no make‑up quizzes
during the semester because
the lowest quiz grade
or
a MISSED quiz will be dropped.
If a second quiz is missed for medical or other serious
reason, a make‑up exam will be given
the week of
April 27.
See your Syllabus for further details.
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NOTE:
While this is a science course, students are held responsible for proper
use of the English language to communicate scientific information clearly. |
The sites below will be
interesting AND helpful:
The instructor
considers
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
ETHICALLY UNACCEPTABLE
and will NOT
tolerate it in ANY
form.
See your syllabus or the Student Handbook for
further details.
Your education is ultimately
your
personal responsibility. Therefore:
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Attend ALL class sessions. |
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Be
on time! Consistent lateness shows a lack of respect for both the instructor
and fellow students. |
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Be
attentive and participate constructively in each class. There is no
designated nap time during class. |
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Irrelevant
chatter is distracting and shows a lack of respect for both the instructor and
fellow students. |
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The classroom is NOT an appropriate venue for texting!
Cell Phones, Pagers
and other devices must be turned OFF during class AND lab. |
     
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01/15/10.
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