BIO1011 · Blueprints for life

Overview

This unit will explore the fundamental processes and patterns common to all life on Earth. It will examine how living organisms grow, develop diverse and complex structures, harness and utilise energy and transmit their life blueprints to the next generation. In this unit, you will progress through fundamental themes in cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics and microbiology. You will examine contemporary issues in biological sciences and the societal impact that biology has by learning from world-class researchers and industry experts. You will undertake self-directed learning through the online environment. These online activities, readings and instructional videos will be complemented by face-to-face workshops where they will collaborate with peers and teaching staff to deepen your understanding of the biological concepts introduced each week. You will gain hands-on experience and develop experimental and analytical skills in the laboratory environment. BIO1011 is ideally paired with BIO1022 and/or BIO1042.

Areas of study: Applied microbiology Biochemistry Biotechnology Developmental biology Ecology and conservation biology Genetics and genomics Human pathology Immunology Microbiology Molecular biology Pharmacology Physiology Plant sciences Tropical environmental biology Zoology

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Identify and describe the concepts, processes and practical applications of cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology and microbiology in society and everyday human life;
2. Demonstrate proficiency in communicating scientific results through a range of formats (written and oral);
3. Formulate hypotheses, collect experimental data and demonstrate proficiency in interpreting their results;
4. Demonstrate competence and precision in the use of common life sciences equipment and techniques;
5. Utilise research skills including database searches to synthesise and interpret information related to scientific research, using appropriate conventions for scientific attribution;
6. Work effectively, responsibly, safely and ethically, both individually and in peer or team contexts

Workload

12 hours per week which includes a combination of pre-workshop material, workshops, seminars and laboratory classes.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.