Biological Science 100

Course aim

To provide students with basic knowledge of animal cell anatomy, physiology and genetics.

Course content

History and unifying theories of biology; basic cell structure; basic chemistry of biological molecules. The cell membrane; membrane transport mechanisms; cell signalling and cell division. Tissue types; Organs (liver and pancreas); Systems (Respiratory and Excretory); System interactions (Renin – Angiotensin Pathway). Human genetics; genetic engineering.

Textbook(s)

Raven PH 2010, Biology, 9th, McGraw Hill, USA

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 12 weeks
Practical	3 hours x 7 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Practical File, Practical Test, Tutorial Quiz One (mid study period), Tutorial Quiz Two (end of study period)

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 8A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.