bio1co cell
BIOLOGY OF CELL AND ORGANISM
BIO1CO
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you are introduced to biology by discussing units of ever increasing size and complexity. We begin with molecules and cells, then proceed to tissues and organs in plants and animals, and how these units cooperate in the whole organism. Topics covered in lectures include cell and molecular biology, structure and function of animal and plants, Mendelian genetics as well as biological principles. The practical component focuses on biological observation, recording skills and data interpretation, and introduces a number of biological disciplines (eg microscopy, microbiology, biochemistry and physiology). Tutorials help re-enforce the lecture material, but also introduce new and interesting concepts.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Biology | Prescribed | Raven, PH, Johnson, GB, Losos, JB, Mason, KA and Singer, SR 2011 | 9TH EDITION, SYDNEY: MACGRAW-HILL |
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (third edition) | Prescribed | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2012 |
| Readings | Students should obtain from the University bookshop a copy of the 2014 BIO1CO Laboratory Manual | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 3-hour examination | 55 | |
| Biological drawings and exit paragraphs in laboratory classes | 20 | |
| One laboratory report | 5 | |
| One poster (group exercise) | 5 | |
| Two 30-min mid-semester tests | Hurdle requirement: submission of a separate diagnostic writing task by the end of week 3 and 70% minimum attendance at laboratory classes. | 5 |
| Written assignment (different from hurdle requirement) | 10 |
Malaysia, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 3-hour examination | 55 | |
| Biological drawings and exit paragraphs in laboratory classes | 20 | |
| One laboratory report | 5 | |
| One poster (group exercise) | 5 | |
| Two 30-min mid-semester tests | Hurdle requirement: submission of a separate diagnostic writing task by the end of week 3 and 70% minimum attendance at laboratory classes. | 5 |
| Written assignment (different from hurdle requirement) | 10 |
Malaysia, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 3-hour examination | 55 | |
| Biological drawings and exit paragraphs in laboratory classes | 20 | |
| One laboratory report | 5 | |
| One poster (group exercise) | 5 | |
| Two 30-min mid-semester tests | Hurdle requirement: submission of a separate diagnostic writing task by the end of week 3 and 70% minimum attendance at laboratory classes. | 5 |
| Written assignment (different from hurdle requirement) | 10 |