BIOLOGY 21F - Full Year
BIO21F Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Hanlon.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents are required to have gained 14 credits in Level 1 Science Achievement Standards including 90948 Science: Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation or approval from the Teacher in Charge.
This course is intended to provide students with a broad understanding of Biology and the range of disciplines within it. The curriculum is largely centred around the building blocks of the living world, from the sub-cellular level up to whole physical systems and their function.
This includes the following:
• using a microscope
• cell form and function
• animal and plant adaptations to the environment
• investigating patterns in an ecological community
• genetic information and its transfer
Assessment
A minimum of 16 credits, all assessed at NCEA Level 2 and all are Achievement Standards. 8 Credits are available from two external examinations, and 8 from two internal assessment opportunities.
Future Possibilities
This course leads to further study in Biology at Level 3 as well as giving a broad general background in a range of Biological Sciences, including microscopy, laboratory skills and ecological concepts. The content is important for students hoping to pursue a career in the Health Sciences.
Learning Areas:
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Donations will be requested to defray the costs of the three day field trip to Arthur's Pass to study the ecological patterns of alpine plants up to $250 (if this trip goes ahead).