bio1gen gen, hum biol
GENETICS, HUMAN BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
BIO1GEN
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This is an introduction to general genetics and human biology suitable for students intending to pursue further studies in these areas or as a one-semester terminal subject. Included is the history and importance of genetics in understanding human nature and in improving quality of life. Topics include the nature and functioning of the genetic message, the mechanics of inheritance, developmental and quantitative genetics, genes in populations, conservation and ecological genetics, human behavioural genetics and the significance of human genetic variation, genetics in larger evolutionary patterns, the origin of life, speciation, macro-evolution and the origins of modern humans.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJodie Young
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students from other faculties require the approval of the Subject Co-ordinator except students enrolled in LWLSC and LWLSCB.
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 | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (third edition) | Prescribed | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2013 |
| Readings | Genetics, Human Biology and Evolution | Prescribed | Klug | PEARSON |
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
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 3.0 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 | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 3-hour end of semester examination | 65 | |
| two scientific reports (500-600-words each) | 15 | |
| one x1-hour mid semester examination | 10 | |
| Prac quizzes | 10 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJodie Young
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 3.0 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 | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 3-hour end of semester examination | 65 | |
| two scientific reports (500-600-words each) | 15 | |
| two x 1-hour mid semester practical tests (short answer questions) | 10 | |
| Practical question-answer exercises | 10 |