James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023
AG1007 - Introduction to Plants and Animals for Veterinary Science
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2023 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering |
Subject Description
- To be a veterinarian you require a broad understanding of the natural world. This subject is
designed to acquaint it you with the full range of biodiversity, from plants to mammals, and
everything in between. We will examine the origins and organisation of all life, and learn the
principles that allow you to make sense of the diversity of structure. In lectures, we will
expose you to the vital basic knowledge required for understanding scientific principles of
plant and animal biology, which is designed as an introduction allowing you to conduct more
advanced and specialised studies later. In the laboratories, you will review these principles,
and be exposed to examples of biodiversity in all its wonder and complexity. You will learn the
basic features of animals and plants. Some student comments about this subject: "Pracs were
great and really helped to enforce lectures." "The lectures were very interesting, and related
the information in a way we could understand". "Everything was great! The lecturers were always
willing to help and answer questions, and the pracs were just wonderful."
Learning Outcomes
- to differentiate principles of plant and animal biology and apply them in more advanced and specialised studies
- to demonstrate practical skills in botany and zoology
- to practice observation, recording, evaluation and reporting of scientific information
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (15%) - Individual
- Written > Examination (College administered) - (75%) - Individual
- Field Trip video - (10%) - Individual
Note that 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.
Assumed Knowledge: Students enrolling in this subject should have a good understanding of Chemistry, Mathematics and English to Grade 12 (Queensland) or equivalent. Students without chemistry and mathematics must complete CH1020 and MA1020 in first year.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: BZ1003 BZ1004 AG1003 AG1004 BZ1007 BS1007
Availabilities
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Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Study Period 1, Internal |
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| Census date: | Thursday, 23 Mar 2023 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 20 Feb 2023 to Friday, 16 Jun 2023 |
| Coordinator(s): |
MS Rosie Kidman
DR Myles Menz
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| Lecturer(s): |
MRS Ebony Allen-Ankins
DR Myles Menz
Professor Lin Schwarzkopf
Professor Michael Kingsford
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| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3
credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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