Course Outline (Biological Science)

Republic of the Philippines

RAMON MAGSAYSAY TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY San Marcelino Campus San Marcelino, Zambales

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, ARTS AND SCIENCES SYLLABUS in BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE First Semester, A.Y. 2013 – 2014

University Vision RMTU shall be a university for sustainable development - a learning and resource center for the development of leaders and entrepreneurs responsive to appropriate and emerging advanced technologies for the sustainable utilization of natural, indigenous and human resources for community-centered development within a dynamic and ever-widening society. University Mission RMTU shall primarily provide instruction, undertake research and extension and provide advanced studies and progressive leadership in agriculture, forestry, engineering, technology, education, arts, sciences, humanities and other fields as may be relevant to the development of the Province. I. COURSE CODE: Nat Sci 2 II. COURSE TITLE: Biological Science III. COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course covers an introduction to the nature of life including the study of the humans, how bodies grow and change and respond to the outside world. It also covers the study of the planet, a world transformed by the actions of living things. IV. CREDIT: 3 units (3-hour lecture) V. NUMBER OF CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK: 3 hours VI. PRE-REQUISITE: None VII. GENERAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the course, the students should be able to: 1. Define biology as a natural science; 2. Apply biological theories and concepts in daily life; 3. Demonstrate appreciation of the nature of life. VIII. TIME ALLOTMENT: 51 hours

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IX. COURSE CONTENT: Expected Outcomes

Learning Content (Tasks/Topics)

Teaching Methods/ Techniques

Instructional Materials Needed

Enrichment Activities

Values Development

Evaluation Techniques

At the end of the unit, the students should be able to:

PRELIMINARY PERIOD

1. Be familiarized on the thrust of the university, thus giving vivid direction on the course of study;

University VMGO

 Interactive discussion

 Student manual  Chalkboard

 Journal writing

 Sense of responsibility

 Journal entry

2. Define biology as a natural science;

I. The Nature of Life A. The Science of Biology B. How Scientists Work C. Studying Life D. Tools and Procedures

 Lecturediscussion  Film Viewing  News Analysis

 Books  Slide presentation  Graphic organizers  Handouts  Microscope

 Research  Group activities  Journal writing

 Appreciation of life  Inquisitiveness  Cooperation  Awareness

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3. Apply ecological principles in preserving the environment; 4. Identify the different cellular structures and their functions.

II. Ecology A. The Biosphere B. Ecosystems and Communities C. Populations D. Humans in the Biosphere

Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research paper

No. of Hours

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III. Cells A. Cell Structure and Function B. Photosynthesis C. Cellular Respiration D. Cell Growth and Division

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At the end of the unit, the students should be able to: 1. Describe the work of Gregor Mendel; 2. Analyze the Theory of Evolution by Darwin; 3. Differentiate bacteria from viruses and protists from fungi; 4. Identify the different plant responses and adaptations.

MID-TERM PERIOD

IV. Genetics A. Introduction to Genetics B. DNA and RNA C. The Human Genome V. Evolution A. Darwin’s Theory of Evolution B. Evolution of Populations C. The History of Life D. Classification

 Lecturediscussion  Video clip showing  Picture interpretation  Reportorial

 Books  Slide presentation  Graphic organizers  Handouts  Magazines  Newspapers  Flat pictures

 Research  Group activities  Journal writing

 Appreciation of life  Inquisitiveness  Cooperation  Honesty

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Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research paper

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 Lecturediscussion  Video clip showing  Picture

 Books  Lab Manual  Slide presentation  Graphic

 Research  Group activities  Journal writing

 Appreciation of life  Inquisitiveness  Cooperation  Willingness

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Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research

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VI. Microorganisms and Fungi A. Bacteria and Viruses B. Protists C. Fungi VII. Plants A. Plant Diversity B. Roots, Stems and Leaves C. Reproduction of Seed Plants D. Plant Responses and Adaptations

At the end of the unit, the students should be able to: 1. Characterize the difference invertebrate animals;

FINAL PERIOD

VIII. Invertebrates A. Sponges and Cnidarians B. Worms and Mollusks C. Arthropods and Echinoderms D. Comparing Invertebrates

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2. Differentiate reptiles from birds and mammals from fishes; 3. Describe the different body systems of humans.

interpretation  Reportorial   

IX. Chordates A. Nonvertebrate Chordates, Fishes and Amphibians B. Reptiles and Birds C. Mammals D. Comparing Chordates E. Animal Behavior

organizers Handouts Journals Flat pictures

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Total Number of Hours: 51

X. The Human Body A. Body Sytems

X. GRADING SYSTEM Criterion Reference (Absolute Standard)      

Term examination Quizzes Assignments Research Work Attendance Project

35% 20% 10% 15% 10% 10% ---------100%

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XI. REFERENCES

Catchillar, Gerry C. 2006. Biology: A Simplified Approach. Mandaluyong City: Echanis Press Inc. Hickman, Cleveland P., et al. 1988. Integrated Principles of Zoology. Quezon City: Copyright by Times Mirror/ Mosby College Publishing and Printed by JMC Press, Inc. Miller, Kenneth R. and Levine, Joseph S. 2006. Prentice Hall Biology. Boston, Massachusetts: Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Prentice Hall. Storer, Tracy I., et al. 1979. General Zoology, Sixth Edition. Cubao, Quezon City: Philippine Copyright by McGraw – Hill Inc and Printed by Atlas Publishing Co,, Inc.

Prepared by: DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR. College Instructor

Checked by:

NESTOR Z. RONDINA, Ed.D. Dean, College of Education, Arts & Sciences

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