Science 1150

In the laboratory component of Science 1150, we will explore various topics in Biology, Ecology, and Earth Science. We will begin with exploring the inner workings of the cell with a microscope,  followed by experiments on the processes of osmosis and diffusion, photosynthesis and respiration, and the separation of DNA fragments.  Next we will learn how to perform correct ecological sampling, and then apply this set of knowledge and skills in the Long Pond area. Finally, we will study mineral, rock, and fossil identification and then enjoy a field trip to the Johnson Geo Centre.  
 
Each lab will begin with a presentation of key background material that is required to complete the lab, followed by a brief summary of the procedure. Assessment may occur anytime during the lab, or an item may have to be submitted the following week. Various methods of assessment will be used and may include any or all of the following:
  1. Pre-Experiment Quiz: Prior to the start of the scheduled experiment, there may be a  short quiz covering material for the scheduled lab.

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  2. Laboratory Test: This occurs at the end of the lab period and consists of multiple choice and/or short essay questions that are focused on the scheduled lab although material from previous labs may be assessed. The maximum time limit for this closed book quiz is 20 minutes. Talking is not permitted during the quiz time and old laboratory quizzes are not allowed to be brought into the lab period.

  3. Problems: These may be drawings, calculations, or tables that must be completed. Along with these, a short laboratory quiz with a time of 10 minutes will be written at the end of the laboratory period.

  4. Lab Reports: These will be present at the end of some of the labs as perforated pages. After completion, these must be passed in with any other assessment material. For lengthy reports, or those requiring the use of a computer, they must be passed in the following week. Some lab reports will will be done electronically using Web 2.0 tools and D2L.

  5. Skills: Assessment of basic lab skills (i.e., using a triple beam balance) will occur periodically during the laboratories. These will be assessed by a Teaching Assistant or Laboratory Instructor.

Computer exercises will have to be completed throughout the semester, thus basic computer knowledge is required. Some of the labs will be done mostly using computers in the lab, these will be using LabNet, thus all students must follow Computing & Communications computer lab policies. 
This webpage will act as a resource center for presentations, documents, and videos. In addition to this, there will be a D2L page set up for marks, discussion, and important announcements. For additional information about any of the above or another aspect of the Science 1150 laboratory component, please contact me by phone at 864-4334, by email shuelin@mun.ca, or drop by my office, room C-2050 (across from the lab). 


Science 1150 F09 Long Pond Field Trip


          
   



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