Subject description
Students will investigate the form and function of living things with a comparative approach that recognises evolutionary origins and how this affects the way they overcome challenges to their day-to-day existence. Body plans of plants and animals. How plants and animals obtain the energy and nutrients they need for growth. … For more content click the Read More button below.
Equivalence
DSCI125 - Functional Biology of Animals and Plants
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Teaching staff
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Engagement hours
Contact Hours:2 hour Lectures, 3 hour Practicals
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Discuss the scientific approach to investigate the nature and function of living systems
2.
Describe aspects of how organisms function
3.
Discuss aspects of the regulation and integration of living systems
4.
Dissect animals and plants, compare and contrast their structure and illustrate these in scientific diagrams
5.
Analyse experimental results and present data clearly and appropriately, including the use of basic statistics
6.
Perform a range of laboratory activities with proper concern for Occupational Health and Safety and ethical use of animals for scientific purposes
Assessment details
Online exercises
Mid session theory quiz
mini-report
Final practical exam
Final theory exam
Work integrated learning
Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.
Textbook information
Reece, J.B, et al. (2015) Campbell Biology: Australian Version. 10th Edition. Pearson, Australia.
AND
Jones, A., Reed, R. and Weyers, J. (2012). Practical Skills in Biology. 5th edition. (Longman Scientific and Technical, Essex, UK.)
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