FSCI - 3120U - Forensic Biology

2021-2022 - UG - Course Change

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  • Read before you begin

    Please turn on the help text prior to commencing this proposal by clicking on the information icon at the top of the form. All fields marked with * are required.

    Instructions for changing a course:

    Step 1

    Complete the proposal summary information in Section A.

    Step 2

    Include additional supporting information, if applicable. Use the files icon to attach any supporting documentation.

    Step 3

    Import course information from current calendar into Section B using the import icon  at the top of the form. Note that not all fields may populate.

    IMPORTANT: Do not edit any fields in Section B at this time.

    Step 4

    Run an impact report by clicking on the notebook icon at the top of the form. Print the report to PDF and attach to the proposal using the files icon at the top of the form. Review the impact report and consult with other areas, as required. Fill in the required fields in Section C.

    Step 5

    Enter routing information to set the path to approval. Important note: routing information cannot be changed once the proposal has been launched.

    Step 6

    Ensure you have saved all additions to the form and that all required fields are complete.

    Step 7

    Launch the proposal using the triangle icon at the top of the form. The system will tell you if there are validation errors that need to be fixed.

    Step 8

    Go back to Section B and make your proposed revisions. Be sure to save your changes. To view the proposal with mark-up, in the Discussion Area , change User-Tracking setting to Show current with mark-up.

    Step 9

    Approve the proposal. As the originator, you have to approve the proposal to send it on to the next step. To approve, use the decision icon at the top of the form.

(A) Proposal summary
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  • STEP 1 - Complete the proposal summary information
  • Home faculty*
    Choose your faculty from the list of available options.
  • Course changes*
    Select all course changes that apply.

  • If you selected 'other' from the checklist, please describe the change below and include any additional supporting information in Step 2.

  • Other changes
    Describe any changes not covered in the checklist above.
  • Is this course change associated with a program proposal?*
    If this course change goes with a Minor Program Adjustment, Major Program Modification or other program-related proposal, select 'yes'.
  • Reason for change and ways in which it maintains/enhances course/program objectives*

    Updating course description to better reflect current course content. 

    Describe the reason for change and ways in which it maintains and/or enhances course and/or program objectives.
  • Financial implications*

    N/A

    Include an analysis of any financial implications. If none, please type N/A.
  • Calendar start date*
    Choose when the change should first appear in the Academic Calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • Registration start date*
    Choose when the change should first be active for registration in the Academic Calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • STEP 2 - Include additional supporting information, if applicable
  • Are you attaching any supporting documents?*
  • Additional supporting information, if applicable
    Describe any additional information needed to support the proposal.
(B) Course information
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  • STEP 3 - Import course information into Section B

  • IMPORTANT: Please do not make any changes to the course content in this section prior to validating and launching the proposal.

  • Note: If you are changing the course subject code or course number for this course, please verify that the course code has not been previously used.

  • Course subject code*
    Any new subject codes must be verified by the Office of the Registrar. If you do not see a verified subject code listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
    Course number*
    3120U
    3120U
    Course numbers must consist of a four digit numeric code and an alphabetic identifier. Normally, the alphabetic identifier distinguishes the course level, or the source delivery, where U represents undergraduate courses and G represents graduate courses. New course numbers must be verified by the Office of the Registrar.
  • Course title (long form)*
    Forensic Biology
    Forensic Biology
    Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. The long form course title is displayed in the Academic Calendar and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Course title (short form)
    The short form course title is used for MyCampus and student transcripts. Titles should reflect the educational content of the course. Short form course titles are limited to 30 characters.
  • Subject area
    The subject area is used to filter courses in the Academic Calendar. If you do not see an appropriate subject area listed, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
  • Course description

    This course provides a comprehensive study of molecular techniques and various casework applications involved in the field of forensic biology. Lecture and laboratory topics concentrate on the detailed steps of DNA extraction, quantification, amplification, detection, and DNA profile analysis. Laboratories follow protocols used for autosomal and Y chromosome Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis of human biological samples, but lectures also delve into Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), mitochondrial DNA analysis, as well as nonhuman DNA testing. In addition to discussions of technology, a significant portion of the course deals with interpretation of casework STR profiles and associated artefacts, as well as issues surrounding quality assurance in laboratories. The objective of this course is to prepare students for the tasks expected in a forensic biology laboratory along with the comprehensive knowledge of techniques and the chemistry so that students have the ability to troubleshoot when complications arise.

    The course description should be a brief summary of the course content and should conform to the university's Editorial Style Guide as it is visible in the Academic Calendar. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca for assistance.
  • Credit hours
    3
    3
    A measure used to reflect the relative weight of a given course toward the fulfillment of degree requirements. Unless otherwise indicated, a course normally has a credit hour value of three.
  • Lecture hours
    3
    3
    The number of contact hours offered in lecture format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods. Instructional methods are not listed in the Academic Calendar.
    Lab hours
    3
    3
    The number of contact hours offered in lab format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods. Instructional methods are not listed in the Academic Calendar.
  • Tutorial hours
    The number of contact hours offered in tutorial format. Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods. Instructional methods are not listed in the Academic Calendar.
    Other hours
    The number of contact hours offered in another format not covered here (e.g., 7 practicum hours). Note that each contact hour may consist of a variety of instructional methods. Instructional methods are not listed in the Academic Calendar.
  • Cross-listing(s)
    The practice of offering a single course under two different course codes.
  • Prerequisite(s)

     and  and  and (BIOL 2040U or ) and enrolment in third year of the Forensic Science program

    A course that must be successfully completed prior to commencing a second course for which it is required. Note that this field will be visible in the calendar and cannot contain strings of text (e.g., upper-year Science courses) or special characters. Please include strings of text in the 'additional course restrictions' field. Use and or or to separate courses and use brackets for groups, e.g., (BUSI 2170U and BUSI 2202U) or (BUSI 2205U or BUSI 2210U).

  • Note: If updating prerequisite information above, please ensure that content is also entered in the Prerequisite(s) (for Banner) field below.

  • Prerequisite(s) (for Banner)
    If a course code for a prerequisite has changed, both the old and new codes must be captured in Banner so students who have taken the older version of the course can still register. E.g., SSCI courses change to CRMN prerequisites for Banner must be CRMN 3010U or SSCI 3010U. Please list the prerequisites for Banner here.
  • Corequisite(s)
    A course that must be taken concurrently with the course for which it is required. If the course can be taken at a previous time, please see Prerequisite with Concurrency.
  • Prerequisite(s) with concurrency (pre or co-requisite)
    A prerequisite with concurrency (i.e., a course that may be taken either in advance of or at the same time as the course for which it is required). Use and or or to separate courses and use brackets for groups.
  • Credit restriction(s)

    FSCI 3020U

    Occurs where two or more courses are closely related and credit is limited to one of the courses. Use and or or to separate courses and use brackets for groups.
  • Is the credit restriction an equivalent course?
    If a course indicated as a credit restriction has equivalency, please enter the course code below. If it is equivalent, students can retake either course. If it is not equivalent, students are not allowed to register in the restricted course.
  • Recommended
    A recommended but not required prerequisite course. Use and or or to separate courses and use brackets for groups. Recommended prerequisites will not be added to Banner.
  • Course restrictions
    Any restriction that is required for a course (e.g., Must be registered in Year 4).

  • Please note that the following fields may not import from the calendar. If you are making changes to one or more of these fields, please enter the current information now and make changes only after you have validated and launched the proposal.

  • Course type
  • Course type
  • Is the course undergraduate or professional?
    E.g., some Education courses are classified as professional.
  • Grade mode
  • Grade mode
    Identifies the method of grading applied to the course.
  • Course instructional method
  • CLS (in-class delivery)
    HYB (in-class and online delivery)
  • IND (individual studies)
    OFF (off-site)
  • WB1 (virtual meet time - synchronous)
    WEB (fully online - asynchronous)
  • N/A (not applicable)
  • Teaching and assessment methods
  • Teaching and assessment methods
    An exhaustive list of every possible way of administering and/or assessing the course in bulleted format.
  • Learning outcomes

  • For assistance with developing your course learning outcomes, please refer to the Teaching and Learning website or contact them at teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca

  • Course learning outcomes
  • Experiential Learning
  • Does this course contain any experiential learning components?
    Only 'yes' values entered in this field will display in the Academic Calendar.

  • If the course DOES NOT contain any experiential learning components, then no further action is required in this section.  If the course DOES contain experiential learning components, please select 'Yes' above, then enter a 'Yes' or 'No' value for each of the experiential components below as appropriate.

  • Case study
    Simulated workplace project
  • Consulting project/workplace project
    Applied Research
  • Field experiences
    Other types of experiences (please describe below)
  • Other
(C) Impact and consultation
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  • STEP 4 - Complete Section C
  • I have completed and attached an impact report for this course*
    By selecting 'yes', you agree that you have reviewed and attached the impact report.
  • We have consulted with all impacted areas*
    By selecting 'yes', you agree that you have consulted with all affected areas prior to beginning this proposal. Select 'N/A' only if the change(s) do not involve students, staff and faculty from other programs or courses.
  • Consultation*

    Changes have been discussed amongst the Forensic Science program group. 

    Describe the consultation that took place with those impacted.
  • Indigenous Content and Consultation
  • Does this course contain any Indigenous content?*

  • For more information on how Indigenous content is defined at Ontario Tech University and how to consult with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle, please refer to the Protocol for Consultation with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle.

  • Has the IEAC been contacted?
    If Yes, when?
  • What was the advice you received from the IEAC? And, how has it been included in your proposal?
  • Did the IEAC ask you to return the proposal to them for review?
    If Yes, have they completed their review?
(D) Routing
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  • STEP 5 - Enter routing information

  • Important note: it is imperative that you choose the correct routing path as it cannot be changed once a proposal has been launched. If you have made a routing error after launching the proposal, the proposal will be cancelled and a new proposal will be required. If you require assistance with routing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

  • Should this proposal be routed to the Program Approval step prior to Curriculum Committee?*
    If your curriculum committee is organized by program, or if program-level approval prior to curriculum committee is not required, select 'no'.
  • Faculty or program-level group*
    Choose your faculty or program-level group from the list of options. If your faculty has program-level committees, choose the corresponding program group from the list. Otherwise, choose the home faculty. You may choose more than one option, but please note that your proposal will go to the committees of all options selected. The proposal will not move on to the next step until all faculties have approved at their respective committees. Note: If you are making a change for a Bachelor of Engineering program in FESNS, you must select both the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science, and the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science from the list of options.
  • Is this change for a Bachelor of Engineering program?*
  • Are there departments associated with your faculty?*
(E) End of proposal
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  • STEP 6 - Save and ensure all required fields are complete
  • STEP 7 - Validate and launch proposal
  • STEP 8 - Complete course changes
  • STEP 9 - Approve proposal
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    79584
    79584

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