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DE LA SALLE UNIVERISTYDASMARIAS College of Science and Computer Studies Biological Sciences Department

COURSE SYLLABUS Course Title Course Code No. of units Prerequisite I. GENERAL ECOLOGY WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS ECOL110 3 Introduction to Biology 2

COURSE DESCRIPTION This course will enhance your knowledge of the structure and processes of the ecosystem, and the intricacies of human relationships with his environment. It focuses on the repercussions involved with interventions of human population on the environment. The course emphasizes the need to seek out possible solutions to our environmental woes and increase awareness on environmental conditions. This course will also include Philippine biodiversity as well as environmental laws and policies. Advanced technological techniques (such as computer-based and virtual activities) will be discussed to gain knowledge on ecological status of the country and other parts of the world. The course will encourage you to appreciate Gods ar chitectural design by having a deeper understanding of the ecological principles and the natures contribution to mans well-being.

II. DESIRED LEARNING RESULTS Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes (ELGA) God-Loving By the end of the course, the student will be able to: Exhibit the spirit of Faith by respecting Gods creation and its intrinsic design. Demonstrate the spirit of Zeal by realizing your role in conserving and preserving the environment. Manifest the spirit of Communion by engaging yourself in environment-related programs of the institution. Recognize the interrelationship between the biotic and abiotic components of the environment by identifying the different ecological principles. Develop environmental awareness by citing examples on preservation and conservation of natural resources. Apply possible solutions to environmental problems by evaluating environmental laws and policies. Recognize the values of three Rs (reuse, reduce and recycle) by designing/making ecological models. Recognize the role of technology in the protection, preservation and conservation of environment.

Has Passion for Excellence

2 Analyze and offer reasonable solution to prevalent community and national issues by using an appropriate scientific approach. Recognize the need for balance between freedom of learning techniques and discovering solutions and responsibility of applying these in actual problems of the community and the nation as a whole.

Patriotic

III. FINAL PRODUCT / PERFORMANCE TASK At the end of the course, you should be able to work with one of your classmates to produce a documentary film in relation to any ecological problem in Cavite. This presentation should include information and data that would be used to address the identified ecological problem. The rubric for assessment of the final product/performance task, divided into three Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes (ELGA) i.e. God-loving, has passion for excellence, and patriotic, should be an agreement between the subject teacher and the students. It will be discussed during the first meeting of the class. IV. ASSESSMENT (GRADING SYSTEM) CRITERIA Major Exam Class Performance (Includes Activities done inside the classroom, i.e. Recitation, Quizzes, Seat/Board work, Oral reporting) Class Participation (includes Activities done outside the classroom, i.e. Assignments, Projects, Research output and Final product/Performance task) TOTAL V. COURSE OUTLINE INTRODUCTORY TOPICS (PRELIMINARY PERIOD) TOPICS 1. Nature and Scope of Ecology a. Elements of environment b. Levels of biological organization 2. Biosphere and Physiological Ecology a. Abiotic factors: resources and conditions b. Biotic factors c. Biogeochemical cycles 3. Interactions of Ecology and Evolution a. Basic concepts of evolution b. Natural selection and phylogeny HOURS 3.0 TEACHING STRATEGIES LEARNING ACTIVITIES PERCENTAGE 30% Semestral grade = (Prelim grade + Midterm grade + Final term grade)/3

70%

100%

9.0

Gospel reading (relating it to the lesson at hand), lecturetype discussion, group discussion, film viewing

Identification of an ecological problem in Cavite

3.0

3 ENABLING TOPICS (MIDTERM PERIOD) TOPICS 4. Population Ecology a. Definition, components and characteristics of population b. Population growth 5. Community Ecology a. Definition and characteristics of community b. Community succession c. Biomes 6. Ecosystems a. Components of ecosystems b. Aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems c. Energy flow through the ecosystem CULMINATING TOPICS (FINALTERM PERIOD) TOPICS 7. Philippine Environment and Biodiversity a. Levels and importance of biodiversity b. Status of Philippines biodiversity c. Threats to biodiversity 8. Environmental Issues and Concerns a. Ethical considerations b. Pollution c. Deforestation and mining d. Global warming and climate change 9. Conservation Management and Technology a. Protected areas in the Philippines b. Waste management c. Role and application of technology 10. Philippines Environmental Laws, Decrees and Orders HOURS TEACHING STRATEGIES LEARNING ACTIVITIES HOURS TEACHING STRATEGIES LEARNING ACTIVITIES

4.5 Gospel reading (relating it to the lesson at hand), lecturetype discussion, group discussion, simulation games, film viewing, paper writing and critiquing, case analysis

6.0

Submission of materials and data needed for the presentation.

4.5

3.0

3.0

Gospel reading (relating it to the lesson at hand), lecturetype discussion, group discussion, case analysis, role playing, field trip/exposure

Submission and reporting of the presentation.

4.5

1.5

4 VI. COURSE POLICIES A. The maximum allowable number of hours of absences inclusive of tardiness is 11. All absences after that shall mean excessive absences and a grade of 0.00. Refer to policies on attendance in your student handbook. B. Your assignments should be submitted after the attendance is checked or as specified by your teacher. C. An approved absence shall be treated accordingly based on the provisions on your student handbook. You have to inform your teacher immediately upon return to school to set a schedule for this purpose. D. Special major exams are scheduled one week after the administration of the major exams. Refer to the policies on special major exams in your student handbook. E. Exemption in the final examination will be based on COS policy on exemptions. F. Cheating will not be tolerated. Refer to policies on cheating in your student handbook. G. Instructors/Professors are not authorized to collect any cash from the students for any purpose (i.e., material reproduction of notes or test papers, cost of field trips). When necessary, all payments must be coursed through any of your class officers or through the Accounting Office. H. Classroom Courtesy: (1) the use of cellular phones and other electronic gadgets during class hours and examination are prohibited unless a special permission is sought; (2) wearing of caps inside the classroom is prohibited. VII. REFERENCES A. Other References nd Brewer R. 1998. The Science of Ecology. 2 Edition. USA: Saunders College Publishing House. DENR (2000). State of the Philippine Environment. Manila, Ibon Foundations Inc.. Mackenzie AL. 1998. Instant Notes in Ecology. Singapore: Bio Scientific Publishers, Ltd. Ordonez JA. 2003. Environmental Ecology: Philippine Setting. Mandaluyong: National Bookstore, Inc. Smith RL and Smith TM. 2004. Elements of Ecology. Singapore: Pearson Education, Inc. B. On-line References http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/ecology.aspx

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Endorsed:

Approved:

Biological Sciences Department First Semester, SY 2013-2014

Ms. CHERRY Z. CUEVAS Chair, Biological Sciences Department

Dr. JOHNNY A. CHING Dean, College of Science and Computer Studies

cf. VCAR, AEA, CSCS, BSD Curriculum Development Committee, file