All organisms face challenges if they are to survive. In this subject we will explore how structures that have evolved within animals and within plants function to address key challenges that living organisms face. You will discover the differences between plants and animals in how they capture and distribute energy … For more content click the Read more button below.
All organisms face challenges if they are to survive. In this subject we will explore how structures that have evolved within animals and within plants function to address key challenges that living organisms face. You will discover the differences between plants and animals in how they capture and distribute energy and nutrients around their bodies and then utilize them for growth and movement. Other interactions between an organism and its environment that you will learn are how an immobile plant defends itself from predators and how animals regulate their internal temperature. You will examine plant structures critical for growth and learn of the role of plant growth regulators. Animal development and animal adaptations for feeding and moving will be explored. This subject may involve working with live arthropods.
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Learning resources
Prescribed - Book - Campbell Biology: Australian and New Zealand edition
Title:Campbell Biology: Australian and New Zealand edition
Resource requirement:Prescribed
Author/editor:Lisa A. Urry, Noel Meyers, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Rebecca B. Orr, Karen Burke da Silva, Ann Parkinson, Lesley Lkuka and Prasad Chunduri
Year:2022
Edition/volume:12th
Publisher:Pearson
Source location:etext and associated 'Mastering Biology' available free to all students via LMS
Career ready
Work based learning (placement):No
Graduate capabilities
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
Subject intended learning outcomes
On successful completion you will be able to:
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Conduct simple scientific experiments that address biological questions and communicate the interpretation of results scientifically.
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Distinguish and describe plant and animal structures and their functions.
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Demonstrate ability to record biological observations
Learning activities
Live lectures to deliver theory. In class laboratory experiments using plants and live arthropods. In class investigations of prepared and fresh plant and animal material. Online learning modules related to theory and laboratory activities.
