Faculty Contact Information:
Tel 09543 9524
0170 5300881
Address: Richard fry
Geisfelder str 9
96129 Rossdorf.a.F
Contact hrs: 30min before class, or as needed
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Course Materials:
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Human Biology, 9th Ed. (IE), Mader, McGraw, 0-07-111615-X.
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Course Description:
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(Formerly GNSC 160.) (Science background is not required.) A general introduction to human structure, functions, genetics, evolution, and ecology. The human organism is examined from the basic cellular level and genetics, through organ systems, to interaction with the outside world. Pertinent health topics are also discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 160 or GNSC 160.
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Course Goals/Objectives:
After completing this course, students should be able to do the following:
* describe the organizational hierarchy of the human organism from the level of subatomic particles to that of organ systems
* describe the structure of cells and the functions of cell organelles
* understand the cell cycle, its control, and compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis
* describe the basic anatomy and physiology of the male and female human reproductive systems, including human conception and development
* use Mendel's laws of inheritance to solve genetics problems
* define homeostasis and give concrete examples of homeostasis from several human organ systems
* outline the basic structure of an ecological community and give concrete examples of human interactions with the environment, both locally and globally
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Course Introduction:
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This course is an introductory study of the fundamental concepts of biology by examining their implications for the human organism. We will begin with a study of the basic principles of chemistry and molecules, which serve as the basis for the structure and function of human beings. The basic living unit of humans, the cell, will next be examined, with respect to its roles in using and generating energy, maintaining homeostasis, and both cellular and human reproduction. The role of cells and DNA in inheritance and in determining traits, diseases, and disorders will then be discussed. The development of the human organism will be discussed, spanning from fertilization to the aging process. Each of the major organ systems in human beings will be analyzed with respect to their function and malfunction, role in human reproduction, and the consequences to each of human interactions with their environment.
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Grading Information and Criteria:
Grades in this course will be determined as follows:
3x20% quizzes
30% Final Exam
10% particiapation/attendance
The grading scale in this course will be determined as follows:
A = 90%-100%
B = 80%-89%
C = 70%-79%
D = 60%-69%
F = 0%-59%
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Other Information:
I want to keep this course as up to date as possible. By that I mean that I will have my laptop with me at all times. With this we will be able to go online and do any research, and also see what is in the news on the day of the class (you can't get much more up to date than that:))
I also have lots of powerpoint presentations. After each lecture you will able to access these from my homepage (address will be supplied). I hope this will help, especially if you have to miss a class.
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Project Descriptions:
Quizzes/exams will include the topics and skills covered in the required readings, homework activities, lectures, and class discussions.
More details will be given in class.
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Academic Policies:
Cases of plagiarism are handled consistent with current UMUC guidelines.
See the UMUC policies at the following URL:
http://www.umuc.edu/policy/
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Course Schedule:
Session 1
Topics: Introduction to Human Biology & The Scientific Method
Session 2
Topics: The Principles of Chemistry
Session 3
Topics: Cell Structure & Function
Session 4
Topics: Metabolism & Homeostasis
Session 5
Topics: Cell Reproduction (Mitosis & Cytokinesis)
quiz 1
Session 6
Topics: Human Reproduction (Meiosis & the Reproductive System)
Session 7
Topics: Mendelian Genetics
Session 8
Topics: Organ Systems: Function & Dysfunction I
Session 9
Topics: Organ Systems: Function & Dysfunction II
quiz 2
Session 10
Topics: Organ Systems: Function & Dysfunction III
Session 11
Topics: Organ Systems: Function & Dysfunction IV
Session 12
Topics: Organ Systems: Function & Dysfunction V
Session 13
Topics: Development & Aging
quiz 3
Session 14
Topics: Basic Ecology & Human Implications
Session 15
Review for Final
Session 16
Final Examination
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Faculty Bio:
Lecturer: Associate Professor Richard Fry
Richard Fry obtained a Bsc (Hons) in Biological Sciences from the University of Stirling in 1987. Awarded a Science and Engineering Council Award and a CASE scholarship in the same year to do postgraduate research for Smith Kline French pharmaceuticals (Dept of clinical pharmacology) and the Royal Veterinary College London (Dept of Biochemistry). Papers were presented at several British Biochemical society meetings and at the International Biochemical Society meeting in Rome (1989). Publications followed in the Transactions of the British Biochemical Society and Biochimica et Biophysica Acta.on the regulation of cholesterol homeostasis. After some teaching at thee RVC Richard Fry joined UMUC in 1991
Outside of work I keep sane by playing with a jazz trio and I live with my girlfriend and a very large hairy black dog called Einstein (audio of the band and assorted home life pictures will be available on my website)
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