Biology 103 Objectives and Assessment (Grading)
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| Activity | # | Objective | Primary Assessment |
| Structure and Function Lecture |
2 | Describe the relationship between organelles, cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. |
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| 3 | Explain the significance of magnification and staining in studying human tissues. |
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| 4 | Describe the roles of basic cellular components, including the nucleus and the plasma membrane. |
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| Integumentary System Lecture |
5 | List and explain the basic functions of the integumentary system. |
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| 6 | List and describe the basic components of skin, including layers, and types of cells. |
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| 7 | Describe the various changes in the integumentary system over time. |
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| 8 | Provide the characteristics of a variety of skin disorders. |
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| Cells Recitation |
9 | Describe basic cellular structures and functions, including the organelles and plasma membrane. |
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| 10 | Discuss different cellular shapes and different stages of cellular lives. |
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| 11 | Reflect on background knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease. |
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| Skin Laboratory |
12 | List various skin structures and describe their functions. |
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| 13 | Describe skin responses to increases and decreases in body temperature. |
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| 14 | Provide examples of various skin disorders, including characteristics of skin cancers. |
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| 15 | Label different structures found in a model of the skin. |
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| Textbook Readings (38-57, 310-313) |
16 | Describe the major functions of each of the organ systems of the human body. |
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| 17 | List cellular characteristics, including organelles and DNA. |
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| 18 | Describe normal characteristics of skin, hair, and nails, as well as various skin diseases. |
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