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Microbiology (Biol 2103) Fall 2025: Course Schedule and Assessment Overview
Course Structure and Content
This document outlines the weekly content coverage and exam schedule for a college-level Microbiology course. The course is organized by textbook chapters, with periodic assessments to evaluate student understanding.
Chapters Covered: The course progresses sequentially through at least 21 chapters, with specific chapters assigned each week.
Exams: Four major exams are scheduled, each covering multiple chapters. The final exam is based on the institution's final exam schedule.
Assignments: Weekly assignments and objectives are due every Sunday unless otherwise noted.
Exam Schedule
The following table summarizes the chapters covered and corresponding exam dates:
Chapters Covered | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
Chapter 1 | |
Chapter 2 and 3 | No in class meeting |
Chapter 4 | |
Chapter 5 | Exam 1 on chapters 1-4 (Thursday 9/18 8am to Friday 9/19 11:59pm**) |
Chapter 6 | |
Chapter 7 | |
Chapter 8 | |
Chapter 9 | Exam 2 on chapters 5-8 (Sunday 10/19 8am to Monday 10/20 11:59pm) |
Chapter 10 | |
Chapter 11 and 12 | |
Chapter 13 | |
Chapter 14 and 15 | Exam 3 on chapters 9-12 and 14-15 (Thursday 11/13 8am to Friday 11/14 11:59pm) |
Chapter 16 and 17 | |
Chapter 18 and 19 | |
Chapter 20 and 21 | Exam 4 on chapters 16-21 (Thursday 12/4 8am to Friday 12/5 11:59pm) |
Final Exam | TBD based on BCCC's final exam schedule |
Assignment and Exam Policies
Weekly Assignments: Assignments and objectives are due every Sunday unless otherwise noted.
Mastering and Objectives: These are due every Sunday unless otherwise noted.
Exam Timing: Students are encouraged to take exams before 10pm, as instructor assistance may not be available after that time.
Exam Deadlines: Exams will not be reopened if missed or not completed by the deadline, which may result in a decreased exam grade.
Additional Information
Course Relevance: This schedule is directly relevant to a college-level Microbiology course, providing a clear outline of topics and assessment dates.
Student Responsibility: Students are responsible for keeping track of assignment and exam deadlines to ensure successful course completion.
