Biol 1110 - Human Biology Lab
Description: Provides a lab with hands on experience for the lecture sections of 1114 (Critical Issues in Human Biology) or 1107 (Biology of Women). The lab covers microscopy, scientific method, study of the cell, genetics, mitosis and meiosis, aspects of human anatomy and physiology and topics of reproduction. Topics covered may also include ethical decision-making, medical autonomy, genetic engineering, stem cell research, use of animals in research, organ donation, the human genome project, examination of issues related to reproductive biology and women’s physical health or other current critical issues.
Textbook:
Lab Manual for Human Biology Laboratory (Ford, Fall 09).
There will also be readings from articles and online sources.
Syllabus: This is available on D2L.
Fall
09 Approximate Lab Schedule – subject to change
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Human Biology lab |
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Tuesday |
Tuesday |
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8/25/09 |
1 Body systems
(Text chap. 4) |
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9/1/09 |
2 Microscopy, cells |
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9/8/09 |
3 mitosis/meiosis,
tissues |
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9/15/09 |
4 Genetics 1 |
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9/22/09 |
5 Genetics & Genetic
counseling |
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9/29/09 |
6 Reproductive
system |
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10/6/09 |
7 Fetal
development/teratogens |
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10/13/09 |
8 Outdoor lab -
local environment & trail plan |
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10/20/09 |
9 Pathogens - SARS
case study |
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10/27/09 |
10 Epidemiology
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11/3/09 |
11 Health risk
factors |
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11/10/09 |
12 Energy budget
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11/17/09 |
13 Population |
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11/24/09 |
Presentation
preparation |
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12/1/09 |
14 Rat dissection &
oral quiz 6 |
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12/8/09 |
Final quiz 7. All
outstanding work due. |