ABE 4662
Quantification of Biological Processes

Semester Taught - Fall

Catalog Description

Credits: 3

Quantitative description and analysis of biological processes pertaining to microbes, plants, animals, and ecosystems. Biological transport phenomena, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics, metabolism, bioregulation, circulatory and muscle systems, and agroecosystems. Analytical and experimental laboratory for development of quantitative skills.

Pre-requisites/Co-requisites

ABE2062 or BSC2010/2011, EML3100, EGN3353 OR CWR3201, ABE3612C or EML4140

Course Objectives

Gain fundamental knowledge needed to understand quantitative descriptions and analyses of basic biological processes
Develop skills to identify, formulate, and solve problems in biological systems
Develop teamwork and presentation skills in engineering design
Introduce modern computational software used in analyzing biological processes

Contributions of Course to Meeting the Professional Component for ABET

This course contributes 3 credit hours toward meeting the minimum 48 credit hours of Engineering Topics in the basic-level curriculum for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural and Biological Engineering.

Relationship of Course to Program Outcomes

From the list of (a) through (k) program outcomes listed below, this course addresses the following (a), (e), (g), and (k).

ABET Program Outcomes

(a) Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
(b) Design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
(c) Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
(d) Function on multi-disciplinary teams
(e) Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
(f) Understand professional and ethical responsibilities
(g) Communicate effectively
(h) Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
(i) Recognize the need for, and engage in life long learning
(j) Understand contemporary engineering issues
(k) Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

Instructor

Dr. Melanie Correll
Office location: 209 Rogers Hall
Telephone: 352-392-1864 x 209
E-mail: correllm@ufl.edu

Material/Supply Fees

None

Class Materials Required

Textbook Required

Title: Introduction to Computational Science
Author: Angela B. Shiftlet and George W. Shiftlet
Publication Date and edition: Princeton University Press, Copyright 2006
ISBN Number: 0-691-12565-1

Course Outline

Introduction; Transport Processes in Biological Systems
Modeling Biological Systems • Enzyme Kinetics (Mass Transfer Systems)
Bioregulation; Metabolism; Population Dynamics
Field Equations, Boundary Conditions, Systems Biology
Conservation of Mass, Continuity Equation, Conservation of Energy, Bernoulli Equation (Fluid Flow Systems)
Momentum Balance, Viscosity, Navier-Stokes, Drag Coefficients, Friction Losses; Non Newtonian Fluids (Fluid Flow Systems)
Convection, Conduction (Heat Transfer Systems)
Heat Storage in Biological Systems (Heat Transfer Systems)
Mass Balance, Diffusion (Mass Transfer Systems)
Bioregulation (microbes, animals)
Metabolism; Respiration, Photosynthesis

Attendance and Expectations

Students are expected to arrive on time and attend all classes. Homework assignments are due AS INDICATED ON ASSIGNMENT USUALLY BEFORE CLASS on the day specified for full credit (10% deduction/day thereafter; after three “class” days no credit will be given).

Cell phone and musical device use is not allowed during class.

Grading

A C- will not be a qualifying grade for critical tracking courses. In order to graduate, students must have an overall GPA and an upper-division GPA of 2.0 or better (C or better). Note: a C- average is equivalent to a GPA of 1.67, and therefore, it does not satisfy this graduation requirement. For more information on grades and grading policies, please visit: https://catalog.ufl.edu/ugrad/current/regulations/info/grades.aspx

Grading Scale
A	93.5-100
A-	89.5-93.4
B+	87.5-89.4
B	83.5-87.4
B-	79.5-83.4
C+	77.5-79.4
C	73.5-77.4
C-	69.5-73.4
D+	67.5-69.4
D	63.5-67.4
D-	59.5-63.4.
E	<59.5

Grading Method	Percentage
Homework/Labs/Exercises	20%
Exam 1	20%
Exam 2_Final Exam	30%
Projects	30%
Total	100%

No make-up exams will be given except for valid medical reasons or unless prior arrangements have been made.

Academic Honesty

In 1995 the UF student body enacted an honor code and voluntarily committed itself to the highest standards of honesty and integrity. When students enroll at the university, they commit themselves to the standard drafted and enacted by students.

The Honor Pledge: We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity.

On all work submitted for credit by students at the university, the following pledge is either required or implied: "On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment."

Students should report any condition that facilitates dishonesty to the instructor, department chair, college dean, Student Honor Council, or Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution in the Dean of Students Office.

(Source: 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog)

It is assumed all work will be completed independently unless the assignment is defined as a group project, in writing by the instructor.

This policy will be vigorously upheld at all times in this course.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities

The Disability Resource Center coordinates the needed accommodations of students with disabilities. This includes registering disabilities, recommending academic accommodations within the classroom, accessing special adaptive computer equipment, providing interpretation services and mediating faculty-student disability related issues.

0001 Reid Hall, 352-392-8565, www.dso.ufl.edu/drc/

Software Use

All faculty, staff and students of the university are required and expected to obey the laws and legal agreements governing software use. Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages and/or criminal penalties for the individual violator. Because such violations are also against university policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate.

Campus Helping Resources

Students experiencing crises or personal problems that interfere with their general well-being are encouraged to utilize the university’s counseling resources. The Counseling & Wellness Center provides confidential counseling services at no cost for currently enrolled students. Resources are available on campus for students having personal problems or lacking clear career or academic goals, which interfere with their academic performance.

University Counseling & Wellness Center, 3190 Radio Road, 352-392-1575, www.counseling.ufl.edu/cwc/

Counseling Services
Groups and Workshops
Outreach and Consultation
Self-Help Library
Training Programs
Community Provider Database
Career Resource Center, First Floor JWRU, 392-1601, www.crc.ufl.edu/

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