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Biology 1
Biology 1
Module
National Code
State Code
47618
47618
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/09/1995
Field of Education
010999 - Biological Sciences, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
68
Description
To demonstrate dexterity in the basic methods of preparing temporary slides,
collecting, handling, examining and preserving biological specimens.
To demonstrate a working knowledge of identifying common plants and animals to
the class level.
To demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of cells and
tissues.
To demonstrate a broad understanding of basic mammalian and plant functions.
To demonstrate an ecological awareness.
collecting, handling, examining and preserving biological specimens.
To demonstrate a working knowledge of identifying common plants and animals to
the class level.
To demonstrate a basic understanding of the structure and function of cells and
tissues.
To demonstrate a broad understanding of basic mammalian and plant functions.
To demonstrate an ecological awareness.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 60%
Examination 40%
A pass in BOTH components is required.
Internal Assessment
Collection and preservation of monocot and dicot plants
(Objective 8.7, 9.5a) 5%
Collection and preservation of non-vascular plants
(Objective 9.5 b,c) 5%
Collection and preservation of invertebrates (Objective
9.5 d,e) 5%
Report on ecological study (Objective 7.6) 10%
Mastery of biological skills in:
-microscopy (Objective 1.2 - 1.5)
-temporary slide preparation (Objective 2.1, 3.3)
-dissections (Objective 4.3, 5.5)
-setting-up and maintaining experiments (Objective 5.7, 6.1 - 6.3)
-identification, using keys (Objective 8.10) 25%
Laboratory reports 10%
Examination
One two-hour end-of-semester examination, consisting of:
- Twenty objective (or equivalent) type questions 8%
- Eight short-answer questions relating to the main
topics in the syllabus 32%
Examination 40%
A pass in BOTH components is required.
Internal Assessment
Collection and preservation of monocot and dicot plants
(Objective 8.7, 9.5a) 5%
Collection and preservation of non-vascular plants
(Objective 9.5 b,c) 5%
Collection and preservation of invertebrates (Objective
9.5 d,e) 5%
Report on ecological study (Objective 7.6) 10%
Mastery of biological skills in:
-microscopy (Objective 1.2 - 1.5)
-temporary slide preparation (Objective 2.1, 3.3)
-dissections (Objective 4.3, 5.5)
-setting-up and maintaining experiments (Objective 5.7, 6.1 - 6.3)
-identification, using keys (Objective 8.10) 25%
Laboratory reports 10%
Examination
One two-hour end-of-semester examination, consisting of:
- Twenty objective (or equivalent) type questions 8%
- Eight short-answer questions relating to the main
topics in the syllabus 32%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6666 | Applied Science (Laboratory Techniques) | Accredited course | |
| 9666 | Applied Science Laboratory Techniques | Accredited course | |
| 9650 | Applied Science Mathematics | Accredited course | |
| 6500 | Geoscience Practices | Accredited course | |
| 3562 | 8054 | Laboratory Skills | Accredited course |