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NSCI5509 – Biology for Applied Science

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Module code
NSCI5509
Module title
Biology for Applied Science
Prescription
The aim of this course is to develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills in biology relevant to the applied sciences.
Programmes
  • NZ2552
  • SC0901
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
  • Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
Total learning hours
150
Resources required
Content
- Cell theory and cell types - Structure and function of cellular components - Cell transport - Structure and roles of DNA and RNA - Transcription and translation processes - Mendelian inheritance - Structure of genes, alleles, genetic code - DNA replication and cell division -Natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, gene flow - Adaptations in different environments - Darwinian concept of evolution - Progression from unicellular to multicellularity - Kingdoms: Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae and Animalia - Phylogenetic trees - Allopatric and sympatric speciation, reproductive isolation - Physiological, structural and behavioural adaptation in plants and animals - Light-independent and light dependent reactions - Equation of photosynthesis - Glycolysis, Krebs cycle, electron transport chain, mitochondria structure - Aerobic vs. anaerobic respiration - ATP as the energy currency, energy transfer and transformation - Organisation: cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms - Types of tissues, organs and organ systems in plants and animals
Learning Outcomes
LO1 Explain the structure, function, and interactions of cellular components in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and how these contribute to a functioning organism. LO2 Explain genetic inheritance, variation, and evolution, and how these processes drive diversity and adaptation. LO3 Describe distinguishing features of the five Kingdoms by analysing evolution, speciation and adaptation mechanisms of plants and animals. LO4 Explain photosynthesis and cellular respiration, and how these processes transform and transfer energy in cells and organisms. LO5 Describe the hierarchical organisation from cells to organ systems in plants and animals, relating structure to function at each level.
Learning and Teaching Resource
All required and recommended resources are advised to aakonga via course outlines.
Teaching and Learning Strategy
Learning and teaching activities will employ a range of elements drawn from approved methods to align with the context of the learning (delivery mode, regional specific requirement, etc.) and any particular needs of the group of aakonga.
Assessment Criteria
Assessment in this course supports both achievement and competency-based assessment. Competency-based course completion: Akonga must successfully complete all specified assessment items in order to pass this course. Achievement based course completion: Akonga must submit all specified assessment items, achieve all learning outcomes, and obtain at least 50% overall in order to pass this course.