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BIO173 Introductory Biology (8)
Abstract| This subject provides a basic introduction to the study of biology as a foundation for later subjects. It covers a range of topics fundamental to all biological disciplines, and provides a grounding in biological principles and knowledge for students drawn from several courses. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: BIO173
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | Faculty of Education |
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Enrolment restrictions| BIO107 Concepts of Biology; BIO129 Environmental Biology
Available only to students enrolled in CSU pathway program - University Certificate in General Studies |
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| Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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| BIO107 BIO129 | BIO100 Paired Subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- understand the major concepts in biology;
- appreciate the unifying concepts in biology and have the ability to generalise and develop those concepts;
- observe and record scientific information; and,
- understand the basic techniques used to investigate organisms and an ability to use basic equipment important in biological investigations. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- The nature of biological enquiry: Characteristics of life, levels of organisation, hypothesis testing;
- Introduction to ecology and behaviour: Population and community ecology, ecosystems and biomes, behavioural responses to the environment;
- Cells and how they function: Biological chemistry, cell structure, cell membranes;
- Energy in living cells: Metabolism, respiration, photosynthesis;
- Principles of inheritance: Cell division and mitosis, meiosis, basic Mendelian genetics;
- Principles of evolution: Emergence of ideas, evolutionary processes, speciation, classification;
- Evolution and diversity: Review of trends and concepts in viruses, bacteria, protistans, fungi, plants and animals;
- Plant structure and function: Tissues and organs, plant physiology, reproduction and development;
- Animal structure and function: Tissues and organ systems, neuroendocrine control, digestion, excretion, respiration, circulation, movement, reproduction and development. |
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
