BZ1006 - Diversity of Life

Credit points:	03
Year:	2013
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	School of Marine & Tropical Biology

Subject provides an introduction to the genesis and evolution of life forms across earth's history with an emphasis on the diversity of plants and animals. Investigation of the chemical and cellular basis of life that influences the form, function and behaviour of different life forms. Examination of major groups of plants and animals including aspects of their structure, classification, reproduction and evolution.

Learning Outcomes

• Learn practical techniques for studying plants and animals;
• Understand how plants and animals cope with various environmental conditions;
• Understand the diversity and organisation of the animal and plant kingdom.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments, and to reason and deploy evidence clearly and logically;
• The ability to find and access information using appropriate media and technologies;
• The ability to speak and write clearly, coherently and creatively;
• The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to work individually and independently.

Assumed Knowledge:	Students enrolling in this subject should have a good understanding of Chemistry, Mathematics and English to Grade 12 (Queensland) or equivalent.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	BZ1004 BZ1003 BZ1007

Availabilities
Cairns, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 28-Mar-2013
Coordinator:	Dr Tony Page
Lecturers:	Dr Tony Page, Ms Sarah Kerr, Dr Tasmin Rymer, Professor Andrew Krockenberger.
Contact hours:	26 hours lectures 33 hours practicals
Assessment:	assignments (50%); centrally-administered final exam (50%).

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.