Biology 3 (Truth)

Philippine Science High School Main Campus Course Title

Advanced Topics in Biology (Part 2): Genetics, Cell and Molecular Biology

SY 2012-2013

Maria Elena D. Pinlac

Email Website Official Time Biology Unit (SHB 112) medpinlac@pshs.edu.ph http://dacspinlac.blogspot.com Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Course Description
Biology 3 covers basic concepts in Cell Biology, Genetics, and Molecular Biology. It aims to deepen students understanding of the continuity of life by discussing the mechanisms of cell reproduction, Mendelian and nonMendelian modes of inheritance, and the chromosomal basis of inheritance. Students also explore the central dogma of molecular biology, and learn about the technqiues and applications of DNA technology. This is a one-unit course for fourth-year students, with three meetings per week.

Consultation Monday and Thursday Hours 12:50 p.m. to 1:40 p.m.

Or by appointment through me or through the CISD office (924 0661)

Grading System
As with all other subjects, quarter grades are cumulative, such that from the 2nd quarter onwards, the value of the quarter grade is computed as follows: Quarter Grade = (1/3)(previous final grade) + (2/3)(current tentative grade) The tentative grade for Biology 3 each quarter is comprised of the following components: 35% 25% 20% 20% Examinations Long Exams, Quizzes Periodic Exam Activities Laboratory Activities, Projects, Etc. Recitation, Seatwork/Homework, Notebook

Examinations (35%)
Quizzes Long Exams Maximum of 20 pts per quiz At least 21 pts per long exam At least once per major topic (roughly once per week) May be 2-3 long exams per quarter May be announced/unannounced Announced at least a week before the exam date May be given at the start, middle, or end of the period May include past topics (comprehensive coverage) Failed quizzes must be signed by the parents and returned to the teacher A Post Quarter Exam is given to those who, for valid reasons, missed 60% or more of the total quiz points, or to those who missed a long exam. The coverage of the Post Quarter Exam is the same as the Periodic Exam.

Periodic Exam (25%)

60 pts, multiple choice, departmentalized No bonus questions, unless otherwise stated No exemptions Only a maximum of 2 long exams per day and a maximum of 8 major requirements per week are allowed for all subjects!

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Activities (20%)
A. Laboratory Activities At least one (1) lab activity (group work) per quarter Lab groupings - Three (3) persons per group (with at least one (1) extern) B. Laboratory Reports/Worksheets Each lab activity is accompanied by a worksheet (summarizes data, includes answers to guide questions). Submissions past the deadline (even just seconds or minutes after) will be given a grade of ZERO. No exceptions. C. Laboratory Rules Read the handouts ahead of time. Lab performance is part of your Activities grade. Thus, do not be late for lab work, and refrain from leaving the room during the activity. Always wear a protective lab gown, unless otherwise stated. Absolutely no eating or drinking during lab activities.

Recitation, SW/HW, Notebook (20%)

A. Recitation (8%): 40 pts will be awarded to the student(s) with the highest frequency of recitation; the rest of the class will be graded accordingly. B. Seatwork/Homework (8%): Short activities that may be assigned to be done during class hours or at home.

C. Notebook (4%)
20 pts plus possible bonus points. Notebooks will be collected sometime mid-quarter (unannounced) and right after the Periodic Exam. Submissions past the deadline (even seconds or minutes after) will be given a grade of ZERO. No exceptions. If the student obtains a grade of 1.75 or better, the notebook need not be submitted anymore for the succeeding quarter.

Class Policies
1. Code of Conduct Cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty, will be sanctioned in accordance with the PSHS Code of Conduct. 2. Deadlines Submissions past the deadline (even seconds or minutes after) will be given a grade of ZERO. No exceptions.

3. Attendance
1st bell 2nd bell Tardy Absent Dismissal from previous class Start of the period Arrival after the 2nd bell Arrival more than 10 minutes after the 2nd bell; recorded in your report card as Cutting Classes If you were previously absent, you will only be admitted into class if you have a duly accomplished Admission Slip (obtained from the Registrars Office)

4. Schedules If a scheduled exam or submission deadline is affected by the suspension of classes for whatever reason, the exam or deadline is automatically moved to the nearest class day, unless otherwise specified. 5. Technology Mobile phones must be TURNED OFF or put in SILENT MODE during class. Calls may be received outside of the classroom. Portable music and/or gaming devices and similar gadgets must not be used during classes. 6. Food Eating is strictly prohibited inside the classroom; finish your snacks outside. Only water is allowed inside the room. 7. Online Keep yourself updated. Join our mailing list http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayopisay2013 Visit my personal Bio 1 site http://dacspinlac.blogspot.com

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