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Name: Dylan Kuharik Post-laboratory Reflection: Volumes, Micropipettes, and Dilutions – Oh My! Instructions: Make sure to scroll through the entire document to answer all questions. It would also help with grading if you put your typed answers in a different (but readable) color font . Save and upload your completed assignment to the associated assignment page on Canvas. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that the correct file was submitted to Canvas by the due date. Part I: Week 1 laboratory 1. (3pts) In lab, you practiced some fundamental quantitative laboratory skills. Describe at least two takeaways from the worksheet. These can be new things that you learned, concepts that you found helpful to practice or have a refresher on, etc. In the laboratory worksheet on "Volumes, Micropipettes, and Dilutions", there were several key takeaways. First, the lab provided a clear understanding of how to convert between different volume units, such as liters (L), milliliters (mL), and microliters (μL). This is crucial in a laboratory setting where precise measurements and conversions are usually required. Second, the lab also provided experience with micropipettes, which are essential tools in biological research labs. They are used to measure and move precise, small volumes of liquid. The lab helped in understanding the different parts of a micropipette and their functions, such as the plunger for sucking up and dispensing liquid, the tip ejector for ejecting micropipette tips after use, and the volume adjustment dial for setting the amount of liquid to be measured. These all are the takeaways I got from week one of biology lab. Part II: Course and Learning Goals 2. (3pts) It is important for students to make the connection between what they are learning in the classroom with the skills needed within post-college careers. Below is a diagram from the College of Arts and Sciences showcasing various career competencies. While this course will touch on a variety of these competencies, our learning goals center around the competency, Analytical and Critical Thinking. Specifically, the main learning goal within this course is that students will be able to apply analytical and critical thinking skills as they carry out the scientific method to address biological questions and problems. Breaking this learning goal down further, by the end of this course, students should be able to:  better understand biological principles governing life.  execute experimental protocols, including a variety of laboratory techniques, to test a variety of biological questions. 1

 use inductive reasoning to develop testable hypotheses and predictions.  analyze data and use deductive reasoning to explain the outcome of an experiment.  design an appropriate experimental protocol to address a new question.  find, critically evaluate, and communicate information on biological questions. Reflect on how you might apply analytical and critical thinking skills to your future career. If you do not know exactly what you want to do after college, that is okay! Simply reflect on the importance of improving these skills in general. As a student planning to go into dentistry, it is crucial to develop analytical and critical thinking skills. These skills will allow me to better understand biological principles governing life, carry out experimental protocols, and use inductive reasoning to test out hypotheses based on predictions. By applying these skills in my future career, I would be able to provide the best, most accurate, and up to date evidence-based care to my patients, ensuring their well-being and safety. Moreover, If I were to improve these skills and have them ger stronger each year in my undergraduate years, I would gain momentum going into dental school. 3. (2pts) Take a look at the topics that we will be covering in this course. These can be found in the course calendar at the bottom of the syllabus. Are there any particular topics that you are especially excited to explore in this class? Why? I am excited to explore the topics of Mendelian Genetics and Drosophila Biology in this class. These topics are interesting because they provide a foundation for understanding the principles of genetics (Mendelian genetics) and how they apply to real-world organisms, such as the study 2

of fruit flies! By learning these topics, I will be able to deepen my knowledge of genetics and its importance in the field of biology. 4. (2pt) Is there anything that you are concerned or worried about in regard to this course? Feel free to explain in as much or as little detail as you would like. When reviewing the past week’s lab overview, I realized that it involves various laboratory techniques and the use of equipment like micropipettes, which I’m not too familiar with. I am concerned about my ability to master these skills and use the equipment accurately and efficiently. This will take practice and time, but I’m sure that as I use the equipment more I will feel more comfortable as the semester goes on. 3

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