Department of Biology

Rochester, NY 14618

(585) 389-2554

SECTION: 01

Detailed List of Learning Objectives

OFFICE: SMYTH 202

OFFICE HOURS: TBA

OFFICE TELEPHONE: (585) 389-2554

E-MAIL: bwitz7@naz.edu

1. TEXTBOOK: Biology, 7th Edition 2005. Neil A. Campbell, Jane B. Reece, Authors.

1. Class Notes for Biological Systems II. Brian W. Witz, Author.

PREREQUISITE: Biological Systems I (BIO103) with laboratory (BIO103L)

CO-REQUISITE: BIO 104L - Biological Systems II Laboratory - You must be registered for this course concurrently with the
lecture or you will be withdrawn administratively.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course begins with a phylogenetic survey of the animal kingdom. Other topics covered
at the introductory level include animal anatomy & physiology (esp. vertebrate), fundamentals of ecology, and behavior.
The chapters in the textbook should be read before coming to lecture. Note taking and/or audio-taping during my lectures is
encouraged as I occasionally may add material not specifically detailed in your textbook. My lecture outlines are available
to you at the Nazareth Bookstore. These notes are provided for you to help minimize your writing time in class ... however,
you will not do well in this course if you rely solely upon my outlines...you must read the textbook thoroughly.
My lectures will focus upon items in bold print in your textbook, however, you are responsible for all textbook and
lecture material unless I specify otherwise. This course is designed for science (esp. Biology, Chemistry, ES) majors.
You must have taken and passed BIO 103 with a grade of C- or better to take this course. If you do not plan a career in some
science discipline (e.g. nursing, medicine, biology, physical therapy, chemistry) this course is probably not for you.
A non-science major course entitled Contemporary Biology (Bio 111) is available for non-majors who desire a less rigorous
exposure to biology. A rule of thumb for the amount of effort required to do well in this course is that for every hour spent in
lecture, the student should devote a minimum of 2-3 independent study hours. For a course that meets 3 hours per week,
this translates into a minimum of 6-9 hours/week devoted to studying the material in addition to time spent in class. Substantially
more study time will be required prior to an examination. This is a rigorous course but it can be highly instructive (and fun) for the
dedicated, serious student. I hope you enjoy this course as much as I enjoy teaching it.