PANPACIFIC UNIVERSITY NORTH PHILIPPINES

Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

COLLEGE OF NURSING
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Code:
NSC 5
Course Name:
BSBIO3- Cell Biology
Course Credit:
3 units
Contact Hours/Sem:
54 lecture hours
Prerequisites:
Inorganic and Organic Chemistry
Days:
Tuesdays
Year Level:
III
Schedule:
14:30H - 17:30H
Room:
Academic Building Room 219
Term:
First Semester, School Year 2016-2017
Instructor:
Ms. Charmaine A. Baniqued, RN, MSN
A. Course Description
This course is about the study of the different structures and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. This provides in-depth explanation
of the structure, organization of the organelles they contain, their physiological properties, metabolic processes, signaling pathways, life cycle
and interactions with the environment.
B. General Objectives
At the end of the course and given simulated / actual situations / conditions, the students will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of studying cell biology
2. Differentiate prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell
3. Compare the structure and function of a plant and animal cells
4. Explain the major processes involved inside and outside the cells
5. Provide a scientific paper on the technique and procedures commonly utilized in modern cell and molecular biology research

6. Present innovative and creative instructional materials that will improve teaching-learning process in the field
C. Course Plan
Specific Objectives

At the end of the topics, the students should be able

to:
1. State and explain the VMOG of PUNP

Course Outline

Orientation
1. Vision- Mission
2. Classroom rules
3. Course
Syllabus
Requirements
Introduction
1. Cell Biology as a Science

and

2. Distinguish what is and what is not Cell Biology

3. Cite the significance of cell study in the fields of
medicine and agriculture
4. Name the common elements and compounds
2. The Chemical Basis of Life
found in living things
A. The Chemical Composition of
5. Differentiate between organic and inorganic
Cells
compounds
a. The Inorganic Compounds
6. Discuss the important role water plays in the
a.1 Acids
existence of living things
a.2 Bases
7. State the importance and functions of the
a.3 Salts
different organic compounds in a living system
a.4 Water
8. Explain the concepts of the cell theory
9. Identify parts of a cell
b. The Organic Compounds
10.Differentiate prokaryotic from the eukaryotic
b.1 Carbohydrates
cells
b.2 Lipids
11.Compare and contrast plant and animal cells
b.3 Proteins
12.Compare the levels of organization and
b.4 Nucleic Acids
specialization in unicellular, colonial and
multicellular organisms
1. Explain
the
basic
principles
underlying
III. The Cellular Basis of Life
Microscopy
1. The Cell Theory

Methodologi
es/
Strategies
Open
discussion
Oral
Recitation

Time
Allotme
nt
1 hour

Instructional
Materials/
Evaluation
PUNP handbook
Course Syllabus
Scoring Rubric

Lecture
Hand outs

1 hour

PPT presentation
Written and oral
outputs

5 hours

Reading
assignments

1 hour

Quiz
Pictures/

2. Describe the different types of Microscopy

3. Name special tools used in cell study
4. Discuss some useful techniques employed in
studying cells

2. Levels of Cellular Organization

and Specialization
3. Cell Structure and Composition
A. Eukaryotic
Cells
versus
Prokaryotic Cells
B. Cytoplasm
C. Cell Membrane
D. Nucleus
E. Organelles in the Cytoplasm
e.1 Mitochondria
e.2 Ribosomes
e.3 Endoplasmic Reticulum
e.4 Golgi Apparatus
e.5 Lysosomes
e.6 Peroxisomes
e.7 Vacuoles
e.8 Centrioles
e.9 Cytoskeleton
e.10 Plastids
e.11 Other organelles in the
cytoplasm
4. Plant Cell versus Animal Cells
5. Viruses

1. Discuss how photosynthesis uses radiant energy

IV. Microscopy
in the manufacture of food
1. Microscopy:
Probing into the
2. Differentiate the light-dependent and lightDetails of Life
independent reactions of photosynthesis
A. Light Microscope
3. Cite examples of life processes that require use
B. Electron Microscope
of energy
4. Explain how respiration allows organisms to
2. Techniques an Special Tools

1 hour
Group
Discussions

Illustrations/
Activity Sheets

2 hours
7 hours
PRELIM EXAM

Guided
instructions
Demo
Teaching

2 hours
Written outputs
Quiz
Activity Sheets

obtain energy from food

5. Compare and contrast aerobic respiration and
fermentation
6. Assess the importance of oxygen in the
improvement of the efficiency of respiration in
harnessing energy from food
1. State and describe the requirements of cells
2. Differentiate the two phases of metabolism
3. Explain the primary function of plasma
membrane
4. Describe the various processes involved in the
exchange of materials between the cell and its
surroundings

used in Cell Study

Photosynthesis and Respiration

1. Nature of Light
2. Chlorophyll and Other Plant
Pigments
3. Photosynthesis
A. Light-Dependent Phase
B. Light Independent Phase

Reporting/
Peer tutoring

4 hours

Quiz
Activity Sheet

MIDTERM EXAM
4 hours

1.
2.
3.

4.
5.
6.

Identify types of cells based on the function

VI.
and chromosome number
Tell the difference between diploid and haploid
cells
Discuss the importance of maintaining a
characteristic number of chromosomes in all
individuals of the species
Explain the relationship between the cells
chromosome, genes and DNA
Describe the molecular structure and the
functions of DNA
Explain in their own words the central dogma of
molecular genetics

4. Life Energy from ATP

5. Cellular Respirations
A. Aerobic Respiration
B. Anaerobic Respiration
The Life of the Cell
1. Requirements of a Cell
2. Metabolism and its Phases
3. Entry and Exit of materials in Cells
A. Cell Membrane: A Closer Look
B. Diffusion
C. Osmosis
D. Facilitated Diffusion
E. Active Transport

Internet
research,
Group
Sharing

1 hour

1 hour
4 hours

PPT presentation
Written Outputs

7. Relate the function of the DNA from the storage

of genetic information to the expression of
hereditary characteristics
1. Identify stages of the cell cycle
VII. Chromosomes and DNA
2. Define mitosis and describe the changes that
1.
Cell Types Based on the
occur during each stage
Function
and
Chromosome
3. Explain the importance of meiosis in the life of
Number
organism
2. Chromosome Structure
4. Identify the factors that determine when and
3. The Central Dogma
how often cells will divide
a. Transcription
5. Discuss the negative consequences when cell
b. Replication
division goes wrong
c. Translation
6. Define meiosis and describe the changes that
occur during each stage
7. Explain why the formation of gametes must
involve meiosis
8. Compare and contrast meiosis and mitosis
1. State the functions of immune system cells andVIII. Cell Division
biochemical
A. The Cell Cycle
2. Describe how immunity acts on pathogens
B. Cell Division
3. Cite technologies and drugs that alter immunity
4. Discuss the causes and effects of cancer cells
5. Discuss prudently on the wonders and on the
issues involving stem cells
6. Discuss the issues on cloning
IV.

Group
Research
Open
discussions

1 hour

Focus
discussions/
sharing

6 hours

3 hours

Multimedia
presentation

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Oral and Written reports/ outputs
2. Submission of innovative and creative instructional materials from a given Performance Task written in GRASPS form
3. Demonstration teaching using the innovative and creative instructional material for assigned content and performance level

Grading System
Class Standing:
Quizzes
Assignment
Recitation/ Oral Report/ Demo
Project/ IMs/ Written Reports

60%
15%
5%
20%
20%

Major Examinations:
Preliminary
Midterms
Finals

40%

V.

References
1. Karp (2010). Cell and Molecular Biology: Concepts and Experiments. USA: John Wiley and Sons, Inc
2. Klug, Cummings, Spencer & Paladino (2012). Concepts of Genetics, 10 th ed., San Francisco, California: Pearson Education, Inc
3. Lewis (2009). Human Genetics: Concepts and Applications, 9 th ed., McGraw-Hill Primis Online
4. Rabago (2010). Functional Biology: Modular Approch. Vibal Publishing House
5. Reece, et al. (2011). Cmpbell Biology 9th ed., San Francisco, California Pearson Education, Inc

Class Policies
Attendance
15 minutes late will be marked absent and readmission slip shall is required upon entering the next meeting.
Three (3) accumulated tardiness will be counted as 1 absence thus requires readmission slip.
Absence of 20% of the total number of contact hours shall be marked drop (7 days).
Demeanor
Free but with respect
Fun but focused
Food and drinks is allowed
No unnecessary chatting or noise while on-going discussions
Using of cellphones or gadgets of any sort without permission is prohibited otherwise will be asked to leave the class; put mobile
phones in silent mode and no entertainment of calls unless for an emergency situation
Honesty
Cheating in any form is not tolerated. A score of zero will be given automatically in that particular activity.
Cleanliness
CLAYGO policy
D. Consultation Hours
MW 11:00H 13:00H
T
morning, per appointment
Faculty Room, 4th floor, PB