SYLLABUS

BSC1005 Biological Science 33888 Summer H2  2017

      Mr. Ted Klenk

 

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INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Ted Klenk

 

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407- 299-5000  ext. 1407.  I have no office on campus but can be reached though this number.  Conferences can be organized before or after class.  (fax -1215, e- mail  tklenk@valenciacollege.edu/tklenk    or klenkt@ocps.net    when atlas is down!))  web site: or  http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/bioscienceNL.htm

  ALSO: Please check the message page frequently for updates, changes and a calendar of what is next! http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/message.htm .         

 I will be contacting you by ATLAS email concerning absences and grades instead of notices being sent out. Please be sure to check your Atlas email often.

 

NOTE: I am using a web site and NOT Blackboard!

Valencia College is committed to providing each student a quality educational experience. Faculty members have set high standards of instruction for themselves and for you. If you have a problem in a class, your first step is to talk to your instructor. If you are still dissatisfied, you may talk with the academic dean of the division for your class. We will work together to resolve any issues that arise.”

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Sign up for reminders at [remind101]---simply enter this number [81010] into a text message and text @klenkbio and I will send out a weekly reminder to your phone about 24 hours before its due.

 

Course Info

 

 

Campus  

CRN

Subject

Title

Credits

WC 

33884

BSC1005C  

Biological Science 

Credits: 4 

 

 

 

Wed  5:00-8:40 PM

Bldg: AHS 210-(lecture)

 

 

 

Fri  5:00--8:40 PM

Bldg:  AHS 210-(lecture)

CREDITS

3 Credit hours

CLASS PROCEDURE

Each week's schedule will be as follows:

Wed and Fri 5-8:40PM

DESCRIPTION

 

An introduction to essential principles of biological science.  Topics include, but are not limited to, the nature of science and the scientific method, chemistry for biology, cell structure, metabolism, reproduction and genetics, organisms and ecology.  This is a general education course for non-biology majors.  It is also recommended for students who need preparation before enrolling in a biology course for science majors.  

 

COURSE

LEARNING

OUTCOMES

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

·         Students will be able to explain scientific method.

·         Students will be able to identify levels of organization within and between organisms.

·         Students will explain how living organisms function.

 

CORE

COMPETENCIES

VALENCIA STUDENT CORE COMPETENCIES

Valencia faculty have defined four interrelated competencies (Value, Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students to succeed in the world community.  These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog.  In this course, through classroom lecture and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further develop your mastery of these core competencies.  In addition to specific biology objectives, the course will also reinforce the following competencies wholly or partially:

 

 Valencia College Student Competencies

1.      Think:  CLEARLY, critically and creatively  make reasoned choices by acquiring, analyzing, synthesizing and evaluation knowledge. (lectures and examinations)

2.     Value: make reasoned value judgments  and responsible commitments (laboratory and classes)

3.     Communicate: with different audiences and using varied means (group work, written assignments and lab reports)

4.     Act: purposefully, reflectively, and responsibly (laboratory classes)

 

EDUCATIONAL

MATERIALS

TEXT:     Campbell’s Essential Biology: Simon, Reece Dickey 5th edition (4th can also work)

 

http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/bioscience.htm

SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

   Notes, chapter outlines, and homework  are posted on my website.

See    http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk          for other biology links as well     

 

ATTENDANCE

The college believes that regular attendance and class participation are significant factors, which promote success in college. Students are expected to attend all classes in which they are enrolled (Policy 6Hx28:10-22). Each instructor determines the specific attendance policy for his/her class, but attendance must be recorded for each student.

Students in BSC1005 (Biological Science) are expected to attend classes regularly and on time.  Students that are habitually late will be dropped from the class. Quizzes and cannot be made up. 

WITHDRAWAL

The deadline for withdrawal from this course is 7/21_. “A student who withdraws from class before the withdrawal deadline will receive a grade of “W.”  A faculty member is permitted to withdraw a student from the faculty member's class up to the beginning of the final exam period, for violation of the faculty member's attendance policy, as published in the faculty member's syllabus. A student is not permitted to withdraw from this class after the withdrawal deadline; if you remain in the class after the withdrawal deadline, you can only receive a grade of A, B, C, D, F or I. An I grade will only be assigned under extraordinary circumstances that occur near the end of the semester.  If you receive an I, the work missed must be made up during the following semester, at which time you will get an A, B,C,D or F.  Failure to make up the work during the following semester will result in you getting a grade of F in the course.  Any student who withdraws from this class during a third or subsequent attempt in this course will be assigned a grade of “F.”  (Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals).  In this class a student missing 4 lectures will be withdrawn from the class.

Before withdrawing from the class you are advised to consult the professor and an advisor or counselor. : For a complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 4-07 please go to:  http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policydetail.cfm?RecordID=75

 

Refund of fees: The date by which students are still eligible to get back all tuition and refundable fees is

 

Your continued participation in the course after the scheduled add-drop period constitutes an agreement with an acceptance of the conditions presented in this syllabus. If you wish to drop, you are solely responsible for initiating the process. Please review the College's policy on Withdraw.  The Withdrawal Deadline is 7/21  If YOU withdraw by this date you receive a grade of W.  You cannot withdraw after the date.

NOTE: The instructor WILL NOT withdraw you; that is your responsibility!!  

In order to academically maintain financial aid, students must meet all of the following                 requirements:

 Complete 67% of all classes attempted, and

 Maintain a Valencia GPA of 2.0 or higher, and

 Maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher, and

 Complete  degree within the 150% timeframe

 

Detailed information about maintaining satisfactory academic progress (SAP) can be found at:

                http://valenciacollege.edu/finaid/satisfactory_progress.cfm

       For a complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 4-07 please go to: 

http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policy/default.cfm?policyID=75&volumeID_1=4&navst=0

EVALUATION

A cumulative point system will be used. 90-100 % = A   ...80-89.5 % = B     ..70-79.5 % = C     ..60-69.5 % = D  

 

The student should know his/her letter grade at all times by dividing the total points he/she has accumulated by the maximum number of points possible at the time. (Total about 675 pts/semester).  Regular attendance and active participation are mandatory.  Excused absences should be arranged with the instructor in advance of the absence or just have a message left in my mailbox or email that an illness or emergency has come up.   NO MAKE-UP EXAMS WILL BE ADMINISTERED FOR UNEXCUSED ABSENCES

 

EXAMS AND LAB REPORTS: 

                A final examination will be administered. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of each class.  

GRADES:      Grades will come from;  (a) Final Exam (100)  (b) quizzes [9 @20 each], (c)  homework 9 x 5 points)(8%)  

NOTE:

Exams: The format of exams may vary. You are responsible for keeping a record of your own grades since any alleged ‘errors’ in my records must be substantiated. Quizzes cannot be made up but the lowest QUIZ grade will be dropped.

 

Homework: To be turned in by email BEFORE the quiz it covers--which is the deadline requested. It is time stamped.  No homework grade will be dropped.

 

 

FINAL EXAM

7/28 at 5pm in the classroom-AHS-210The College policy states, “Professors are required to offer final examinations to all credit students (except those taking coursework for audit) during the scheduled final examination  period.”  

Students must complete all coursework or they will be assigned a grade of 0 for anything missing, unless it is an optional assignment. Missing the final exam will result in a grade of F until a make-up final  exam is taken, at which time a grade of A, B, C, D or F will be given)

 

EXTRA CREDIT

Extra credit projects and/or activities are not part of this course except for extra questions on the quizzes.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Student with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities (SSB 102. Phone 407 582 1523. West Campus).

 

ELECTRONICS

Tape recorders are allowed. Laptop computers may be used in class for note-taking purposes only. Cell phones on silent during class. Students must refrain from text messaging during class. Cell phones must be out of sight for the duration of ANY Quiz or Exam. If a cell phone is observed being used during a test or quiz, you will receive a 0.

STUDENT SECURITY

We want We want to reassure you that our security officers are here around the clock to ensure the safety and security of the campus community.  It’s important to remain alert and aware of your surroundings, especially during the early morning or evening hours. Remember that you can always call security for an escort if you feel uncomfortable walking alone on campus.  White security phones can also be found in many of our buildings; simply pick up the phone and security will answer.

Finally, report any suspicious persons to West Campus Security at 407 582-1000,

407-582-1030 (after-hours number) or by using the yellow emergency call boxes located on light poles in the parking lots and along walkways.

STUDENT SUPPORT

Baycare Behavioral Health’s Student Assistance Program:          

Valencia is committed to making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience.  To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help that may assist them with psychological issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work.  Students have 24 hour unlimited access to the Baycare Behavioral Health’s confidential student assistance program phone counseling services by calling (800) 878-5470 Three free confidential face-to-face counseling sessions are also available to students.”

Tutoring Center: Bldg 7:  240   (Phone: 407 582 1633)

Testing Center: Bldg 7: 217   (Phone 407 582 1323)

ATTENDANCE POLICY

       1.  ALL LECTURES ARE TO BE ATTENDED Each day ( lecture) is equivalent to 1 week of lecture. Therefore, missing 3 lectures  would be like missing 9 day classes and at that point I can withdraw you for lack of attendance. 

        2.  The student is responsible for all material covered or assigned during class ..  If situations make it necessary for missing class or lab you are still responsible for all the work you missed during class.  If you miss class, you should let me know ASAP and in advance if at all possible. I may be able to send you the assignments to help you remain current in the course. 

        3.  In case of absences the instructor should be notified in advance, if possible, or e-mail ( klenkt@ocps.net ) or at least a phone message left with the secretary.  (ext. 1407)

          4.  Make-up work turned in late at YOUR OWN RISK!

 

CLASSROOM CONDUCT

Activities which disrupt the learning environment of the classroom violate the Valencia Student Code of Classroom Conduct. These activities include side discussions that disrupt the learning environment for other students, the use of indecent or abusive language, and the ringing of cell phones or beepers.

 

DISCLAIMER

Changes in the syllabus and/or schedule may be made at any time during the term at the discretion of the professor. Students will be notified of any changes in class and by email. Your continued participation in this class after the drop-add deadline. constitutes an agreement with and an acceptance of the conditions presented in this syllabus.

 

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

    Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty.  All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states ‘group project.

. Any student caught cheating on a quiz or an exam, copying homework or plagiarizing – using someone else’s words or thoughts without giving credit – will be treated according to Valencia’s policy on academic honesty. Penalties can range from failure on an assignment to failure of the course and expulsion from the college.  I reserve the right to video tape all quizzes and tests.

ANY WORK OBTAINED/PRODUCED BY DISHONEST MEANS (INCLUDING COPIED LAB REPORTS) WILL NOT BE GRADED.

EXPECTATIONS

My expectations of participants in this course:

Students in this course are expected to have fun, to be interested in biology (or at least act like it!), and to attend each class period prepared to cover the day's topic.  Readings and other assignments will be completed in a responsible and professional manner and submitted on time.  

I expect that students will be willing to ask questions and respect the questions of others.  I also expect students to be willing to provide critical comments regarding my facilitation of the class and that students will seek my advice or assistance if they are having difficulty. 

Students must approach this course as an exploration - an activity that they are actively and fully engaged in - not merely a time to sit and take notes. One final key point:  YOU are responsible for your learning in this course.  I will give you ample opportunity to learn but you must decide whether you will learn.

 What you can expect of me as an instructor:

 Students can expect me NOT to have all the answers!  If you are exploring this topic correctly, you should bring up topics every day that I can either not answer or have never thought of before!  You can expect me to come to class prepared to facilitate the day's session. 

I will make every effort to present relevant information in an informative, interactive, and engaging manner.  It is my responsibility to keep the class on track during discussions and to ensure that the class environment is a safe one where people feel confident to participate.  You should expect me to respect you and your opinions. 

I will only assign tasks that are reasonable and that I am willing to invest my time in and that will improve your knowledge and competency.  You can expect me to be available and responsive to your needs as a student and a class. Material will be presented primarily in the form of lectures (Powerpoint), readings assignments from the text, and occasionally videos. Lecture will cover the points to be learned and will direct your study from the text, however some material will be presented in class that is not in the text.

·          Thus, you should attend class, pay attention while there, and take notes over the material. You should plan on 2 hours of study outside of class for every hour in lecture. The material in the latter part of the course will be based upon material presented in the first part of the course, therefore you will have to commit the material to long term memory.

 

Tips from Other Professors…

Remember that the amount of time spent studying in relation to the amount of time you are in class is recommended to be 4:1. Study time ratios for the lab section will probably turn out to be about 2:1. Therefore, multiply the number of hours you are in lecture and lab each week, and then multiply this by 3 to compute the average number of hours you should be studying per week! You are going to be busy this semester!

o     Make copies of the semester schedule. See how it fits in with your other academic, work or personal schedules. Put copies of this schedule on your refrigerator, your bulletin board, in your notebook, and on your phone reminders.        

•                Your workspace at home is important. Get a selection of favorite colored pens, pencils, markers, erasers, Post-It- notes, blank 3x5 cards (buy several hundred, as a start), white-out and a stapler. Give yourself some inspiration- tack up a favorite photo, cartoon, or quotation.

o     Peruse each chapter in the text before really digging into it. Put a Post-If- note at the end of the chapter so you won't have to waste time constantly seeing  "how many more pages" are in the chapter.

o     Look at the chapter learning objectives and key concepts in the beginning of each chapter to get a feel for the type of subjects you will be learning. 

o  Note that there is a chapter summary at the end of each chapter. Make sure that you can define all of the selected key terms.   

- To prepare for exams, follow these 5 steps:

  Start early.  You typically need 2 weeks to prepare for a test. Notice that the first test in just a few weeks.  Start tonight!

•   Make and use flash cards.  Study them in "down time"- waiting in supermarket lines, while preparing dinner, during commuting (but only if you're not driving).

•   Try to understand concepts, not just memorize facts.

•   In a class such as this, it is optimal to form study groups early!  Meet other students in your lecture or laboratory section, exchange phone numbers, and start studying together soon.   It will benefit you to begin making flash cards and working on the study guides immediately!  

 Work hard!  Success in this course comes to those who are dedicated, persistent, and enjoy the learning process.

 

Study Tips

LEARNING IS AN ACTION VERB!!  Most students need to do more than just sit through lectures and reread their notes.  Spend 1-2 hour blocks of time EVERY DAY actively writing or discussing concepts to make them a part of your memory.  Use the words you learn often, they will sink in betterJ.

Here are some study and classroom management tips that have assisted former students:

 Attend class daily and don’t be tardy. The introduction to each lecture explains the    purpose of the entire lecture. Students who follow this rule won’t miss important information.

 REWRITE YOUR NOTES soon after the lecture; if the instructor permits, tape record lectures and replay to refresh your memory when you rewrite your notes.

 Create flash cards with questions you make up from the lecture with answers on the back.

 Use mnemonic devises and other games to remember concepts; go to Google images, YouTube and Khan Academy for additional pictures and videos to clarify concepts.

 Make lists of confusing topics from your studying and ask questions.

 Take advantage of the professor’s office hours.

 JOIN A STUDY GROUP and predict what questions the professor could ask on the test.

 Get the telephone number of one or more buddies in case you are absent from a class.

 

 

 

LECTURE OUTLINE 

The assignments are arranged by weeks and indicate the approximate dates for topic discussions and are subject to change if necessary. For more info see the main Valencia Calendar  http://valenciacollege.edu/calendar/

 

 ORDER SUBJECT TO CHANGE

 Date          Lecture                                                    

WEEK OF

LECTURE

 

6/21

Ch 1: Introduction: Biology Today  & Ch 2: Essential Chemistry for Biology

 

 

 

 

6/23

Quiz 1 then Ch 3: The Molecules of life

 

6/28

Quiz 2 then Ch 4: A Tour of the Cell  then Ch 5: The Working Cell

 

6/30

Quiz 3 then Ch 6: Cellular Respiration  then Ch 7: Photosynthesis

 

7/5

Quiz 4 then Ch 8: Cellular reproduction

 

7/7

Quiz 5  then Ch 9: Patterns of Inheritance  

 
7/12

 

 
     
7/14   Quiz 6  Ch 10: The structure and function of DNA  

   7/19

Quiz 7 then Ch15: Microbial Life

 

 

7/21

Quiz 8 then  Ch 16: Plant, Fungi and the Move to Land

 

7/26

Quiz 9 then Ch 17: Survey of the Animal Kingdom

 

7/28

Final Exam

 

1/4

 

 

 

LETTER FROM THE DEAN

Expectations of a Valencia College Science Student

Welcome to the Science Division of Valencia College’s West Campus; we are enthused to have this opportunity to assist you in achieving your educational goals.  Higher education is a privilege and an opportunity; it is your responsibility to realize that you are in control of those behaviors and actions that can enable success in this course.

From your professors, you can expect the following:

1.       They will be prompt, courteous and respectful. 

2.       They will provide a professional learning environment throughout the entire scheduled instructional period.

3.       They will provide an up-to-date syllabus; when changes need to be made, they will announce changes in a manner that is conveyed to all students in their class.

4.       They will provide you with a course that is of necessary rigor to prepare you for the career you have chosen; because the class you are taking transfers to a four year college or university, it will be taught with the same academic expectations.  The bonus of starting your education at Valencia, when compared to attending a four year college, is you will be able to get more personal attention with small class sizes and you will be able to save money; the classes are not easier.

5.       They will offer time outside of class to discuss your questions.

6.       They will be available to discuss your class concerns in private, outside of class time; you should try to resolve your class concerns with your professor before you try to voice your concerns with administrators.

7.       They will respond to emails within 2 business days.

8.       They will expect from you what they have expected from the many students who passed their classes in the past.

In return, this is what your professor will expect from you:

1.       You will be prompt, courteous and respectful. 

                Prompt means you come to class on time, ready to work, with all assignments completed before you enter class..  It means that you have studied, that all conversations, texting and diversions come to a stop and that you are ready to contribute to a positive learning environment from the beginning of the class.

                Courtesy means you are polite in your attitude and behavior towards your professor and classmates.

                Respectfulness means that you regard everyone’s classroom experience as valuable to them, that you accept your professor’s expertise and experience to create relevant course objectives and that you treat college and personal property with care.

2.       You will read your syllabus; your syllabus is a contract between your professor and you.  Be aware of deadlines to complete assignments on time and know your professor’s attendance policy.  You will need to attend class for the full length of time allotted to your science class .

3.       You will be aware of Valencia College policies and procedures found in the college catalog; ignorance of policies and procedures doesn’t mean they don’t apply.

4.       You will be serious about learning; it is your responsibility to be an active participant in your own learning.  You will need to devote sufficient time to learn the material presented by your professor; for most students, this means you will need to spend at least two hours studying for every hour of instruction.  Learning is an action verb; you will need to do more than sit through class and reread your notes to be successful.  To succeed in higher level classes, you must retain the information, concepts and skills you will learn; this can only happen if you work at learning to make the course content a part of your long term memory.  Do not cram!!

5.       You will be encouraged to produce your own study guides.  Most college professors do not provide study guides, but they can give you tips that will help you produce your own study guides to gain a better understanding of the course content.

6.       You will be expected to participate fully in classroom activities.  The work you produce must be your own; cheating in any form is not tolerated and your professor will have specific consequences, in their syllabus, which will be enforced should cheating occur.

7.       You will be expected to contribute to a positive learning environment.  Avoid classmates who speak negatively, or who have a negative outlook, about your class or your professor.  Instead, get to know your professor during office hours; you will learn much more with a positive attitude.

8.       You will be held to a high standard of maturity and responsibility.  Disruptive behaviors will not be tolerated in the classroom..  First time disruptions will be handled by your professor and may include a request that you leave the class .  Very serious or repeated disruptions will be reported, to the Dean of Science and the Dean of Students, with specific consequences that can include your permanent removal from the class.  Disruptions include:

-          Being noisy when arriving late to class or leaving early.

-          Carrying on private conversations while the professor is talking.

-          Disrespectful language, tone and mannerisms.

-          Sleeping or attempting to sleep in class.

-          Repeatedly asking unnecessary or irrelevant questions.

My wish is that you get the best learning value from the science classes that you are taking.  With everyone abiding by the expectations in this letter, your science classes at Valencia should be the next step in achieving your academic dreams.

Dr. Robert Gessner

West Campus Dean of Science

Valencia College

LETTER FROM THE DEAN

Expectations of Academic Integrity

Welcome to the Science Division of Valencia College’s West Campus; we are enthused to have this opportunity to assist you in achieving your educational goals.  In working to provide you with the best learning experience at Valencia College, my expectation is that each of our faculty and students maintain the highest ethical academic standards.

From your professors, you can expect the following:

1.       They will be on time to class and available during their scheduled office hours.

2.       They will return graded tests, labs and other assignments when promised and within a reasonable period of time.

3.       They will answer emails and phone calls within 48 business hours.

4.       They will properly cite their references and resources, where applicable.

 

From you, we expect the following:

1.       You will take your exams without referring to any books, notes, electronic devices or classmates unless you are specifically instructed that a test is open-book or collaborative.

2.       You will not tell other students about test questions or answers before or during their exam and you will protect the exam from being seen by others.

3.       You will avoid even the appearance of cheating by not looking in the direction of other exams, by not wearing clothing/hats/visors that hide your eyes, by keeping your belongings, other than pens, pencils and erasers away from your desktop, by going to the restroom before the exam and by asking your professor for permission and supervision if you need to retrieve another pen, pencil or eraser from your backpack or purse.

4.       You will not allow anyone else to be the author of any part of your essays, lab reports or other written assignments and you will not include any materials from any sources (books, journals, other students, the internet, etc.) unless you give credit to those sources.

5.       Unless approved by both professors, you may not use the same written work for a grade in two separate courses.

 

It is my hope that you will think about why it is important that we each show academic integrity and how cheating and plagiarism affect all of us, including those guilty of these academic crimes.  Some students think that it only hurts their grade if they get caught cheating or plagiarizing, but cheaters typically lie not only to others, but to themselves.  Eventually, cheaters pay a price. 

 

Ø  Those who cheat typically fail licensure exams, since they don’t really know the material.   Without a professional license, they won’t be able to get employment.  Would you want to be treated by a doctor who cheated in order to pass an exam that covered his or her knowledge of your disease?  Also, if they falsify a patient’s medical records, can you guess what can happen to them?

Ø  Research scientists who falsify data are typically discredited and their reputations can be permanently ruined.

Ø  Although you may think your professors have no clue when a student is cheating, usually your classmates do and some will inform your professor.

Ø  Cheating becomes habitual.  See what happens when employees cheat their employer.

Ø  Students who let others cheat off them are not doing anyone a favor.  If you are in a highly competitive field, you may ultimately be aiding your competition.

Ø  Guess what a professor says to a student seeking a letter of recommendation when they know the student cheated or plagiarized.

Ø  Finally, what happens to a person’s self-esteem and to their reputation when they act unethically by cheating or plagiarizing? 

 

Use the following as your guide: Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty.  All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states ‘group project.’  To get the most out of each of your classes, it is best to learn how to study for long term comprehension, not just to memorize facts.  Study so you can teach others what you are learning.  My motto is, “if you can’t teach what you are learning to others, you don’t really know the material.  Academic dishonesty, in the forms of cheating and plagiarism, will not be tolerated and for most of our science professors will result in a student getting a zero on a test or assignment for the first offense and then an F for the course if a student is caught cheating or plagiarizing again; at that point the Dean of Students will also be notified.  Don’t throw away your dreams and your reputation by showing a lack of academic integrity.  We wish you the best and want you to succeed and be proud of your accomplishments at Valencia.

Dr. Robert Gessner

 

Valencia College West Campus Dean of Science

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I have read the above syllabus and especially the LETTER FROM THE DEAN

Expectations of Academic Integrity.

 

Name:_____________________________________

Please submit the above to your homework email (to make sure its working for you)

 

biovcc@yahoo.com

 

(paste the biovcc@yahoo.com into an email program and them copy and paste the above statement  with your name below).