FA26 Biology 117 Lab Agreement Lab Section

FA26 Biology 117 Lab Agreement Lab Section_____________ My Lab/Mastering A&P (Pearson Publishing) My Lab/Mastering A&P (Pearson Publishing) subscription is required by all students enrolled in BIOL 117. Some account subscriptions from a previous semester may still be active, but new subscriptions can be purchased through the Nicholls Bookstore or online directly from Pearson. You must have access to My Lab/Mastering A&P before the end of the first week of classes. There is a 2-week free trial if needed. It is recommended that you attend the lab with a computer/tablet to utilize Pearson courseware during in-class activities. Pearson assignments have three attempts; the best attempt grade is placed in the gradebook. All Pearson Assignments as detailed by the weekly Lab Schedule must be completed online by 11:59pm the night before the respective class for a total of 70 points . No extensions will be granted to this requirement. Attendance/Grades Only students enrolled in BIOL 117 will be allowed into the lab. Students should arrive at the lab on time and be present throughout the lab meeting. Unexcused late entry will earn a 0 on assignments/quizzes already begun. Unexcused early exit will earn a 0 on assignments/quizzes yet to be given. University approved documentation of an absence is necessary to complete any make-up work from the missed lab time. Must be submitted within 24 hours. Known absences should be disclosed before the missed lab to be considered for a make-up lab. In-class Lab Activities will require participation in an activity and submission of the product created during lab time, as detailed by the weekly Lab Schedule for a total of 80 points . In-class Quizzes will be completed at the beginning of some lab periods as detailed by the weekly Lab Schedule for a total of 50 points. Module Exams and may include additional multiple choice, matching, short answer or select all that apply type of questions. These questions are application questions and most require the use of a model/picture/dissection to complete. Exams are completed during lab time as per the Weekly Lab Schedule for each of the four modules . Each exam is worth 100 points, for a total of 400 points . There are NO dropped grades in this course. There are NO extra credit opportunities. Lab Safety Students must wear proper clothing in the laboratory. Sandals/Slides (opened-toe shoes) can not be worn into the lab. Abdomen should be covered. Long hair should be tied up in a band. Do not eat anything in the lab. Only water is allowed and should be in closed containers. Follow directions precisely and completely. The directions have been carefully designed to avoid accidents. Your instructor will point out hazards before you begin so pay attention! Do not place broken glass into the trash can. Please inform your instructor for proper disposal. Horseplay and careless behaviors are prohibited. Avoid direct contact with chemicals.