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

IX. COURSE CONTENT:

Expected Outcomes At the end of the unit, the students should be able to: 1. Be familiarized on the thrust of the university, thus giving vivid direction on the course of study; 2. Define biology as a natural science; 3. Apply ecological principles in preserving the environment; 4. Identify the different cellular structures and their functions. Learning Content (Tasks/Topics) PRELIMINARY PERIOD Teaching Methods/ Techniques Instructional Materials Needed Enrichment Activities Values Development Evaluation Techniques No. of Hours

University VMGO

Interactive discussion

Student manual Chalkboard

Journal writing

Sense of responsibility

Journal entry

I. The Nature of Life A. The Science of Biology B. How Scientists Work C. Studying Life D. Tools and Procedures II. Ecology A. The Biosphere B. Ecosystems and Communities C. Populations D. Humans in the Biosphere III. Cells A. Cell Structure and Function B. Photosynthesis C. Cellular Respiration D. Cell Growth and Division

Lecturediscussion Film Viewing News Analysis

Books Slide presentation Graphic organizers Handouts Microscope

Research Group activities Journal writing

Appreciation of life Inquisitiveness Cooperation Awareness

Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research paper

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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. Darwins Theory of Evolution B. Evolution of Populations C. The History of Life D. Classification 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

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

Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research paper

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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

Lecturediscussion Video clip showing Picture

Books Lab Manual Slide presentation Graphic

Research Group activities Journal writing

Appreciation of life Inquisitiveness Cooperation Willingness

Quiz Seatwork Recitation Journal entry Research

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

IX. Chordates A. Nonvertebrate Chordates, Fishes and Amphibians B. Reptiles and Birds C. Mammals D. Comparing Chordates E. Animal Behavior X. The Human Body A. Body Sytems

interpretation Reportorial

organizers Handouts Journals Flat pictures

paper

Total Number of Hours: 51

X. GRADING SYSTEM Criterion Reference (Absolute Standard) Term examination Quizzes Assignments Research Work Attendance Project 35% 20% 10% 15% 10% 10% ---------100%

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