Biological Electron Microscopy

Course Details

Course Number: 5553  Section Number: 201

Spring 2012

Location: Bolin Hall

Classroom Number: 212

Days & Times:

Lecture: M 8:00 - 8:50am

Lab: WF 8:00 - 9:50am 

Course Attachments

5553 BEMCover Sheet   BEM Syllabus Cover 5553 S12.pdf

5553 BEM SyllabusDaily Schedule   BEM Syllabus S12.pdf

5553 BEM Dana MillsOffice Hours   Office Hours Spring 2012.pdf

Class Schedule  BEM Syllabus S12-20120405-120704.pdf

Textbooks

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Dr. Dana Mills   
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Course Objectives

Bio         Course: This course is intended to provide an overview of technical and theoretical applications of electron microscopy to the study of            biological systems. The lecture will focus on the principles of transmission and scanning electron microscopy and the laboratory will focus on           technique, with emphasis on the use of the environmental scanning electron microscope.

                Laboratory: The lab will focus on the operation of the Phillips XL30 ESEM; Laboratory activities each week will include activities that demonstrate                           concepts presented in lecture. Topics associated with TEM will be introduced and techniques will be demonstrated when appropriate.

     See Attachment (Cover Sheet)

 

 


Grading Standards

Examinations: Midterm and Final (objective); Lab attendance and performance (subjective);

Class participation (subjective). Class participation will include a short presentation on various aspects of EM or a literature review.

Grading:       Grade Scale                                        Components

                     A > 90                                                 Midterm 25%

                     B > 80                                                 Final       25%

                     C > 70                                                 Lab         30%

                     D > 60                                                 Class      20%

                     F < 60

                    

 See Attachment (Cover Sheet)

 

         


Final Exam5/9/2012  8:00am

Submission Format PolicyNote: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

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As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

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Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

Contacting your Instructor All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance: Lecture and Laboratory attendance is expected. Students with excessive (more than 3) unexcused absences may be dropped from the course. 

Excused absences: Absences will be excused for the following reasons: presenting at/attending a scientific meeting, a university sanctioned extracurricular event, attendance at the funeral of a close family member (parent/sibling/grandparent/child). Any other absences will be excused at the discretion of the instructor. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain notes or other information covered during an absence.exam.

See Attachment (Cover Sheet)


Other Policies

Make-up Exams: Arrangements for make-up tests must be made prior to the test date. If a student is absent for a test without prior arrangement no make-up test will be offered. See excused absences (below).

Attendance: Lecture and Laboratory attendance is expected. Students with excessive (more than 3) unexcused absences may be dropped from the course.

Excused absences: Absences will be excused for the following reasons: presenting at/attending a scientific meeting, a university sanctioned extracurricular event, attendance at the funeral of a close family member (parent/sibling/grandparent/child). Any other absences will be excused at the discretion of the instructor. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain notes or other information covered during an absence.  

Assistance: Instructor assistance is available. Students are encouraged to schedule appointments during posted office hours (Bolin 218).

Disclaimer: No medical advice will be given. No student will be accepted as a patient.

Please refer to the current MSU handbook and activities calendar for policies on academic dishonesty, class attendance, student rights and activities.

Students with disabilities: It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor to determine what accommodations might be made for any disability. It will be the responsibility of the student to find classmates with whom to share notes. Any requests must be made 2 weeks prior to the first exam.

See Attachment (Cover Sheet)


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