Purdue Syllabus

Purdue Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
Instructor Name	[YOUR NAME]
Email	[YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours	[OFFICE HOURS]

I. Course Description

This introductory course on biology is designed for students to explore the fundamental principles of living organisms. We will be investigating the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, distribution, and taxonomy of species on Earth. Moreover, you will be provided with tools and knowledge to analyze biological processes and sharpen your observational skills.

II. Instructor Information

Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]

III. Learning Objectives

Understand the fundamental concepts and principles of biology.
Apply scientific reasoning to biological issues.
Identify structures and functions of various types of cells.
Recognize the role of evolution in shaping biodiversity.
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills through scientific inquiry.

IV. Course Schedule

Week	Topic	Assignment
1	Introduction to Biology	Read Chapter 1, complete quiz
2	Cell Structure and Function	Watch lecture videos, label cell parts
3	Genetics and Heredity	Research Punnett squares, solve problems
4	Evolutionary Theory and Natural Selection	Read assigned articles, discuss in class
5	Ecology and Environmental Science	Field trip, report on local ecosystem

V. Required Reading and Materials

Biology, OpenStax College
Concepts of Biology, J. W. Kimball
Principles of Biology, Nature Education
The Shape of Life: Genes, Development, and the Evolution of Animal Form, Sean B. Carroll
Online resources: Khan Academy, Coursera, etc.

VI. Assignments and Assessments

Weekly reading assignments from the textbooks
Bi-weekly quizzes to assess understanding of key concepts
Midterm exam covering the first half of the course content
Final exam covering all course content
Group project and presentation on a specific topic of interest

Each assessment's specific requirements will be provided before their due date. Class participation will also contribute towards the final grade.

VII. Course Policy

Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance is necessary for successful course completion.
Class Conduct: Maintain a respectful and conducive learning environment for everyone.
Academic Honesty: Any form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will lead to severe consequences.
Assignment Policy: All assignments must be submitted by the designated due date. Late submissions will result in point deductions.
Communication: All course-related queries should be directed to the instructor via email. Allow 48 hours for a response during business days.

VIII. Grading Policy

Criteria	Percentage
Mid-Term Examination	25%
Final Examination	30%
Quizzes	20%
Assignments	15%
Class Participation	10%
Total	100%

Disclaimer

The instructor holds the prerogative to modify or amend this syllabus according to their discretion as and when they deem it necessary. If there were to be any additions, deletions, or modifications within the course syllabus, students will not be left uninformed. An announcement regarding these changes will be made amid the regular course sessions, or there will be a formal communication sent via email to the students detailing the specific alterations made to the syllabus.