Republic of the Philippines
ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY
Region IX, Western Mindanao
R.T. Lim Boulevard Baliwasan, Zamboanga City
Telephone No.: (062) 991-3815 / 993-0023
Vision: ZPPSU as the leading provider of globally competitive human resources.
Mission: Provide effective and efficient services through advanced technological studies and
researches for the empowerment of the nation’s human resources.
Core Values:
Love of God and Country
Social Responsibility
Commitment/Dedication to the service
Accountability
COURSE SYLLABUS IN BOT 101 – General Botany
First Semester, Academic Year _______
1. Course Code: BOT 101
2. Course Title: General Botany
3. Pre-requisite: None
4. Credit: 3 Units (2 Lecture, 1 Laboratory)
5. Schedule: ______________________
Program Objectives and its relationship to the College Goals
a) Develop foundational knowledge in plant biology, including structure, function, growth,
reproduction, and classification.
b) Develop laboratory skills in plant identification, microscopy, and experimentation.
c) Foster an appreciation for plant diversity and its ecological and economic importance.
Course Description
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of botany, including plant anatomy,
physiology, taxonomy, reproduction, and ecology. It combines lectures and laboratory work
to provide students with theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills in studying plant life.
Course Learning Outcomes and its Relationship to Program Educational
Objectives
At the end of the semester, the student is expected to:
1. Explain the basic principles of plant structure, function, and classification.
2. Demonstrate skills in using microscopes and other botanical laboratory equipment.
3. Identify and classify common plants using taxonomic keys.
4. Apply scientific methods in conducting plant-related experiments.
5. Appreciate the role of plants in ecosystems and human society.
Course Content
Topic 1: Introduction to Botany (3 hours lecture)
- Scope and importance of botany
- Careers in plant sciences
Topic 2: Plant Cell Structure and Function (6 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
- Cell types, organelles, cell wall, chloroplasts
- Microscopy of plant cells
Topic 3: Plant Tissues (6 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
- Meristematic and permanent tissues
- Slide preparation and identification
Topic 4: Plant Organs (Roots, Stems, Leaves) (6 hours lecture, 6 hours lab)
- Morphology and anatomy
- Dissection and observation
Topic 5: Photosynthesis and Respiration (6 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
Topic 6: Plant Reproduction (6 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
- Sexual and asexual reproduction
- Flower structure, pollination, and fertilization
Topic 7: Plant Classification and Taxonomy (6 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
- Major plant groups and identification keys
Topic 8: Plant Ecology and Economic Botany (6 hours lecture)
- Plant roles in ecosystems
- Economic uses of plants
Course Evaluation
Midterm Grade:
- Quizzes (20%)
- Laboratory Reports (25%)
- Practical Exams (25%)
- Class Participation (10%)
- Midterm Exam (20%)
Final Grade:
- Same weight distribution as midterm.
Final Grade Computation: (Midterm + Final) / 2
Course Policies
1. Attendance in both lecture and laboratory is required.
2. Late submissions of reports will incur grade deductions.
3. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
4. Safety protocols must be followed during laboratory sessions.
5. Missed practical exams require valid justification for make-up.
References
Raven, P.H., Evert, R.F., & Eichhorn, S.E. (2022). Biology of Plants. 9th ed. W.H. Freeman.
Mauseth, J.D. (2017). Botany: An Introduction to Plant Biology. 6th ed. Jones & Bartlett
Learning.
Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Møller, I.M., & Murphy, A. (2015). Plant Physiology and Development. 6th
ed. Sinauer Associates.
