Biology 2

Unit code:RBF1320Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

Overview

This unit provides students with knowledge and understanding of key concepts in biology for students specialising in biotechnology, ecology or science education. The workshop content will be supplemented by laboratory practicum. Students will develop scientific literacy, practical, teamwork and writing skills in a student centred learning environment with a focus on macromolecules, cells and organelles, bioenergetics, and genetics.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Communicate scientific results, information, or arguments using a range of modes (written, oral, visual) either as an individual or in a group;
Work effectively, ethically, and safely in an individual or team context in a laboratory setting;
Describe the key role of macromolecules and organelles in cell structure and function including growth, metabolism and energy production;
Describe the relationship between heredity, transmission of heredity and phenotypic variation;
Demonstrate practical skills and apply quantitative data to solve problems in biology.