BZ1001 - Fundamentals of Biology

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
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A broad introduction to contemporary biology, from the way cells, organs and individual organisms function, through to molecular biology, genetics and the processes underlying the diversity of life and ecosystems.

Learning Outcomes

• to gain an appreciation of the relationship between structure and function of cells and cellular organelles;
• to learn about the basic principles of cellular activities;
• to understand the basics of ecology and evolutionary biology;
• to understand the basics of the mechanism of inheritance;
• to gain an appreciation of the cellular basis of living organisms.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.

Prerequisites:	Senior Chemistry and Maths B
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	BZ1020 and AG1002

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect:	btpjf.
Contact hours:	30 hours 33 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (25%); (25%).
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect:	jc128821.
Contact hours:	30 hours 33 hours
Assessment:	(55%); (5%); (40%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.