Readings will be taken from the literature and from
reliable scientific sites on the internet. Several
introductory biology texts are on reserve in the library and I can
recommend texts for those students who want a text for reference.
Students are expected to come to class prepared,
having read the assignment carefully so that they can participate
in discussions. Attendance is required. There is no particular
number of classes that you are permitted to miss. If I feel that
your commitment to the work is insufficient, you will be asked to
leave. Do not be late for class as it disrupts all of us. Students
will write two or three essay problem sets. From time to time, I
may give a brief quiz on the assigned reading at the beginning of
a class. Late papers will not be accepted. All of the assigned
work must be completed in order to pass this course.If
you must miss a class it is your responsibility to get the
assignment and come to the next class prepared. Please do
not email me or leave phone messages for trivial matters (e.g. is
it ok for me to be late...can you put the assignment in my
box...etc.). Please check my office hours (posted outside my
office, Dickinson 108) or make an appointment with me at the end
of class.
-attend lab and maintain lab notebook