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MYCOLOGY SYLLABUS - FALL 2007

The readings listed should be done before the class dates indicated.  Lectures will be presented on the assumption that the respective assignments have been read.  The chapters are from Moore-Landecker's "Fundamentals of the Fungi", 4th ed., Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1996.  Additional readings of original research, reports, and handouts will be assigned during the semester.

• Instructor:  Dr. Martin J. Huss

• Lecture & Lab Times:  10:00 pm-11:20 am on Monday and Wednesday: 1:00-2:50 pm on Friday

• Lecture Place:  LSW 442

• Dr. Huss' Office:  LSE 317

• Dr. Huss' Research Lab:  LSW 545 - Microbial Ecology Laboratory

• Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 pm; Wednesday from 8:30-9:30 am; Tuesday from 10:00-11:00 am and 12:50-1:50 pm; or by appointment.

• Office phone:  (870) 972-3124

•  E-mail address:  mhuss@astate.edu

• Link to Course Web Pages:  http://www.clt.astate.edu/mhuss/

LECTURE & LAB SCHEDULE

COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION PROCEDURES

FOR MYCOLOGY - BOT 4192/4191 & BOT 5192/5191

A.  Course Organization

This course combines both lecture and laboratory experiences in two lectures and one laboratory session per week.  Demonstrations, experiments, and field trips will be used to illustrate particular principles and facts regarding the biology of fungi, as applicable.  This class is one in which we are continually building on the material that we have previously covered.  It is suggested that you keep abreast of the material and study some after each class as opposed to trying to "cram" prior to the exams.  During the lecture period, all cell phones; pagers or automatic alarm watches should be turned off before entering the classroom in order to prevent disturbing the class.  It is strongly recommended that students retain and consult their syllabus and read associated text chapters.

B.  ASU Policies and Regulations

The student has the responsibility to review information regarding their rights and responsibilities in the ASU Student Handbook.   Please refer to the ASU Student Handbook for university policies and regulations, particularly those pertaining to attendance, inclement weather, enforcement of academic integrity (e.g., cheating, plagiarism), and other pertinent material.  Copies of the Student Handbook are available online off of the internet at http://studentlife.astate.edu/codeofconduct.htm or by contacting the Office of the Dean of Students at Arkansas State University (Telephone No. 870 972- 2034).   REVIEW AND READ THIS DOCUMENT TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY.   THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT IS A GUIDE TO YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES!  CHEATING AND ACADEMIC DISHONESTY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED!

C.  Handicap Policy

Any student having a certified handicapping condition should see the instructor and/or Disability Services (Telephone No. 870 972‑3964) about making any necessary course modifications as early in the course as possible.

D.  Examinations

Testing conditions: For in-class exams, once an exam has been handed out, students are not generally allowed to leave the classroom and return.  In-class exams will be handed out at the beginning of class and will be collected at the end of the class period.  Should a student arrive late, he/she will not be given extra time.  Memorizing course information will be insufficient to receive full credit on exams.  A student must know, understand, and be able to apply content presented in this class.  Exam format will consist of multiple choice type questions, true or false questions, short answer, fill‑in‑the blank, essay, definitions of terminology, problem-solving exercises, identification of fungi (including their parts and function), and others will be utilized by the instructor to assess the level of understanding and integration of knowledge on the part of the student.   All cell phones; pagers or automatic alarm watches should be turned off before entering the classroom in order to prevent disturbing the class.  All personal items must be stored under your desk so that the exam proctor may use the aisles during the exam.  Writing utensils will not be provided. 

Grades will be available as soon as possible.  It is ILLEGAL according to The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for your instructor to post grades in a public place or to give these out over the phone or email these without expressed written permission from the student.  Be patient, you will get your graded tests and assignments as soon as possible.

E.  Photographic Portfolio OR Poster

Students will be given access to information and cameras to take photographs of fungal specimens in the laboratory and the field.  Students are encouraged to record and provide information on samples that are photographed and to provide an electronic portfolio or poster presentation to the instructor.  This assignment is optional for those enrolled in the undergraduate course, but required for those enrolled in the graduate course.  For graduate students, this assignment will count toward 10% of the final lecture and lab grade.  For undergraduate students who choose to participate in this assignment will be counted toward participation and as bonus points.

F.  Laboratory Exercises, Field Trips, and Forays

Students are expected to participate in laboratory exercises done in class throughout the semester.  Participation is an important component of the laboratory course grade.  Field trips and forays to find and collect slime molds, fungi, and mushrooms will occur during the course of the semester.  Students are expected to participate to the degree possible.  Some forays will be done in conjunction with the Arkansas Mycological Society.   Announcements will be made in class as such opportunities are scheduled or arise. 

G.  Grading Scale  

Letter grades will be determined from the percentage of points earned by the student from the total number of possible points.  

A = 100 to 90%     B = 89 to 80%        C = 79 to 70%        D = 69 to 60%       F = Below 60%

H.  Make up Policy  

Exams must be taken on the date scheduled.  Make-up exams will be given only for approved documented excuses.   A student must contact the instructor by telephone at (870) 972-3124 or by E-mail at mhuss@astate.edu (or departmental secretary - Telephone No. 870 972-3082) no later than the date of the exam and be prepared to have documentation.  Not following this procedure may result in a failing grade on that exam.

I.  Flexibility Clause  

Circumstances may arise during the course that prevents the instructor from fulfilling each and every component of this syllabus; therefore, the syllabus should be viewed as a guide and is subject to change.  Students will be notified prior to any changes.