Plant Anatomy and Diversity

Course Number: BIOL 3510/3515
Lecture: MWF 10-10:50 a.m. Science Building Room 122
Lab:  M 2-5:50 p.m. SC 122
Instructor: Dr. Ronald Martin
Office hours: MWF 9:00-10:00 Room 110 SC. Please knock on my door anytime and I'll be happy to help you..
Email: Martin@suu.edu (email rather than call when possible)
Course Description: Comparative anatomy and development biology of major members of the plant kingdom. Topics include structure and development of cell types, tissues, tissue systems; and comparative development and reproduction of major groups within the plant kingdom. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1050. Co-requisite: BIOL 3515 (Fall)
Required Text: Integrative Plant Anatomy by Dickinson (Please bring text to class everyday)
Course Objectives: 1) Exploration the basic anatomical features of flowering plants.   2) Exploration of the life cycles, reproductive and vegetative structures of the other major divisions in the plant kingdom.
Lecture Topics and Reading Assignments:
                                          
1. Plant Growth, Development (Chapter 1)
2. Cellular Organization (Chapter 1)
3. Plant Tissue Systems, (Chapter 2)
4. Differentiation of Primary Tissues (Chapter 2)
Test 1
5. Tissue Organization in Stems (Chapters 3, 7)
6. Tissue Organization in Leaves(Chapters 3, 7)
7. Tissue Organization in Roots (Chapters 3, 7)
Test 2
8. Origin and Structure of the Secondary Plant Body (Chapter 4)
9. Tissue Orgnization in Wood and Bark (Chapter 15)
10. Anatomically Derived Evolutionary Theories and Systematics  (Chapter 5)
Test 3
6. Macromorphology of Angiosperms (Chapter 6)
Test 4            
10. Ecological Anatomical Adaptations and Responses (Chapter 8)
11. Anatomical Defense Mechanisms (Chapter 10)
Test 5    
12. Anatomical Basis of Herbs, Spices, and Drugs (Chapter 11)
13. Anatomical Basis of Fibers and Forage (Chapter 12)
14. Use of Plant Anatomy in Criminal Forensic Investigations (Chapter 13)
Test 6

Final:  Friday Dec 16 9-10:50 a.m.

Grade: 10% classroom participation, 20% classroom assignments, 70% tests.  Grading  (A) 94%-100%, (A-) 90%-93%, (B+) 87%-89% (B) 84%-86% (B-) 80%-83%.  Points can be removed for disruptive behavior in class such as talking during the lecture
Lab: Labs will correspond to, and supplement the lecture. Using lecture notes and reading material, students will identify and illustrate anatomical features of living and prepared plant materials.  Instructor and lab assistants will assist students in laboratory investigations.  
Lab Supplies:
1. Double-edged shaving razor blades
2. Drawing pad
3. Pencils
Lab Topics:
1. Macromorphology and Life Cycles of Bryopytes
2. Macromorphology and Life Cycles of Nonseed Vascular Plants
3. Macromorphology and Life Cycles of Gymnosperms
4. Anatomy and Life Cycles of Angiosperms
5. Economic and Applied Plant Anatomy
LabGrade: 10% classroom participation, 20% classroom assignments, 70% tests.  Grading  (A) 94%-100%, (A-) 90%-93%, (B+) 87%-89% (B) 84%-86% (B-) 80%-83%.  Points can be removed for disruptive behavior in class such as talking during the lecture.
Scholastic Dishonesty Policy: Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent.  You are expected to have read and understood the current issue of the student handbook regarding student responsibilities and rights, and the intellectual property policy.  
Disability Accommodations : If you have a disability which may impair your ability to successfully complete this course, please let Student support Services know during the first week of class. Students with medical, psychological, learning or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations, of auxiliary aids will need to contract Student Support Services in Room 205K, Sharwan Smith Center or phone (435) 586-7848. Student Support Services determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of these services and aids.