Bakersfield College
Biology 51: Careers in Biotechnology
Spring 1999
General Information
| Instructor: |
Dr. Janice Toyoshima |
| Office/Phone: |
Science & Engineering Room 57B/395-4225 |
| Office Hours: |
Monday through Friday, 9-11 am, or by appointment |
| E-mail Address: |
jatoyosh@bc.cc.ca.us |
| Units: |
0.5 |
| Prerequisites: |
None |
| Required Text: |
None |
| Required Items: |
3-ring binder or folder with pockets |
| Meeting Time: |
Tuesday, 6:00 to 6:50 p.m. |
|
19 Jan 1999 to 16 Mar 1999 |
| Meeting Place: |
Math/Science Room 24 |
Course Description
Introduces the student to biotechnology skills, products, and career
opportunities. Field trips and guest speakers are an integral part of
the program. Prerequisites: None. Hours: (9) 1 lecture for 9 weeks.
Field trips required. Offered: F, S. CCS: Occupational Education. Not
transferable: Associate Degree only.
Course Objectives
- Expose the student to the field of biotechnology including skills,
opportunities, and employment possibilities.
- Introduce the students to the requirements to complete training
and become employed in a biotechnology field.
- Facilitate the student’s need in the construction of a student
plan and educational goal.
Student Evaluation
| Points are earned for the following activities: |
|
| Weekly 10-point assignments |
= 80 points |
| Homework assignments |
= 80 |
| Final Report & presentation |
= 80 |
| Total |
= 240 points |
Letter grades are assigned according to the following scale:
A = 91 to 100 percent
B = 80 to 89 percent
C = 68 to 79 percent
D = 57 to 67 percent
F = less than 57 percent
Note: This scale is not subject to change.
Course Policies & Procedures
- Class meets at the scheduled time unless otherwise indicated by
the instructor. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of the class
period.
- We will be meeting in a laboratory room, so there will
be no food or beverages allowed. The room is designated a non-smoking
area.
- Each person is expected to complete his/her own class
assignments and quizzes. Plagiarism is penalized by a failing grade
for all parties involved. Please review the college policy regarding
plagiarism in the current catalog or student handbook.
- Courteous behavior is expected at all times. Please treat
others as respectfully as you wish to be treated. Disruptive or inappropriate
behavior will not be tolerated. Refer to the student handbook for
college policy regarding student (and faculty) conduct.
- Each student will keep a record of his/her grades. A
signed, dated original grade sheet must be turned in during the last
class meeting.
Tentative Schedule of Topics (subject to change)
| Week of |
Topic |
Assignment |
| Jan. 18 |
Biotechnology: Past and Present |
Verify enrollment.
Assignment 1 |
| Jan. 26 |
DNA and Molecular Biology |
Assignment 2 |
| Feb. 2 |
Fermentation and Food |
Assignment 3
HW 1: 20 Biotech Products |
| Feb. 9 |
DNA Technology Products |
Assignment 4
HW 2: Three Biotech Jobs |
| Feb. 16 |
Biotechnology on the Farm |
Assignment 5
HW 3: Social Issues |
| Feb. 23 |
Biotechnology’s Impact on Society |
Assignment 6
Final Report Explained |
| Mar. 2 |
Careers in Biotechnology |
Assignment 7 |
| Mar. 9 |
Careers in Biotechnology |
Assignment 8
Project Presentations
|
| Mar. 16 |
Careers in Biotechnology |
Project Presentations |
Biology 51 Spring 1999
Careers in Biotechnology
Weekly Assignments (10 pts. each)
- What is Biotechnology?
- One Biotechnology Innovation
- What is Fermentation?
- Home Pregnancy Testing
- What is Cloning?
- What is Gene Therapy?
- One Biotechnology Web Site Worth Watching
- If I Took This Class Again, I Would Like To Do/See…
Homework Assignments
Twenty Biotechnology Products (40 pts.)
Three Biotechnology Jobs (15 pts.)
Biotechnology’s Impact on Society: Social Issues (25 pts.)
Project (80 pts.)
Preparing For A Career in Biotechnology—What I Have To Do
Additional Notes
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