bio1co biology of cell and organism
BIOLOGY OF CELL AND ORGANISM
BIO1CO
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students 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. Relevant questions and lecture material will be presented in advance on the LMS site for students to work through, and face-to-face lectures will be used for summarising and to explain the more difficult concepts. The practical component focuses on biological observation, recording skills and data interpretation, and introduces a number of biological disciplines (e.g. microscopy, microbiology, biochemistry and physiology). BIO1CO is a cornerstone subject, so there is some emphasis on the graduate capabilities (GC), especially writing.
SchoolMolecular Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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Learning resources
Biology
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorLadiges P, Evans B, Saint R
Year2014
Edition/Volume5TH EDITION
PublisherSYDNEY: MACGRAW-HILL
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BIO1CO Student Manual
Resource TypeBook
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AuthorGibson, M et al.
Year2019
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PublisherLa Trobe University
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSabine Wilkens
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 12 - 22
Six 3.00 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 11
One 1.00 hour seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 11 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (equivalent to 2000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Biological drawings and pre-prac quizzes (equivalent to 500 words total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Three laboratory reports (one of which is a poster) (equivalent to 300 words each) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| Two 25-min mid-semester tests (equivalent to 800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 2, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Selkirk-Bell
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 21 - 31
Thirty six 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 21 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 21 - 31
Fifteen 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 21 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (2,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Biological drawings and pre-practical quizzes (total 500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Three laboratory reports (one of which is a poster) (300-words equivalent, each) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| One 50-min mid-semester test (800-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 3, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Selkirk-Bell
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 37 - 47
Thirty six 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 47 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 37 - 47
Fifteen 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 47 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (2,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Biological drawings and pre-practical quizzes (total 500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Three laboratory reports (one of which is a poster) (300-words equivalent, each) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| One 50-min mid-semester test (800-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L2 , Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Selkirk-Bell
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 11 - 15
Thirty six 1.00 hour lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 11 to week 15 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 11 - 15
Fifteen 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 11 to week 15 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2-hour end-of-semester examination (2,000-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Biological drawings and pre-practical quizzes (total 500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Three laboratory reports (one of which is a poster) (300-words equivalent, each) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
| One 50-min mid-semester test (800-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |