Course Title: Biological Principles

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Biological Principles

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

BIOL2365

City Campus

Undergraduate

155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 2 2013,
Sem 1 2014,
Sem 1 2015,
Sem 2 2015,
Sem 1 2016

BIOL2365

City Campus

Undergraduate

174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2018,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021

BIOL2365

City Campus

Undergraduate

535T Social Care and Health

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023,
Sem 1 2024,
Sem 1 2025

Course Coordinator: Tino D'Angelo

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 4380

Course Coordinator Email: tino.dangelo@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 51.8.02

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment only


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

This course introduces you to the scientific study of life from the molecular level up to organisms and their environments. It will provide you with the skills needed for further learning in more advanced courses.


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for AD012P24 Associate Degree in Applied Science:
1. Knowledge Capability
Apply broad theoretical and technical knowledge of scientific theories, principles, concepts and practice in a wide range of situations, including new situations within the professional discipline.
2. Technical Capability
Apply technical skills and tools in range of scientific activities in a safe and responsible manner to achieve the desired outcome.

5. Teamwork Capability
Collaborate and contribute within diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to diversity, equity and globally inclusive perspectives and practices.
6. Professional work practices
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning, reflective practice and professional development as part professional area of work. 


On completion of this course you should be able to:
1. Set up and safely use a microscope to observe a range of specimens
2. Carry out biological laboratory exercises in a safe manner
3. Work cooperatively in groups
4. Demonstrate an understanding of Biological concepts such as cellular structures and functions, Cell cycle, cell growth and cell division and energy cycles


Overview of Learning Activities

In this course you will learn through the following activities:
• Laboratory exercises: to give you skills in the use of microscopes and a range of cell biology, and routine laboratory techniques
• Face to face teaching: to obtain an understanding of basic biological concepts that are required to enhance further education and a career in the field of cell biology.
• Personal reading (e.g. prescribed sections of textbooks and relevant articles): to reinforce/strengthen your understanding of the principles and applications of Biology.
• Simulation, virtual lab, videos: to understand the key biological concepts of cell biology and practical applications, and how to apply theory to practice.


Overview of Learning Resources

You will use the current laboratory manual for each practical class. You will need to access the student learning system on a weekly basis to prepare for theory and practical classes.
You will also need to read sections of recommended available in the Library or online, such as videos, websites, and the subject learning guide https://rmit.libguides.com/  


Overview of Assessment

Assessment tasks  

Assessment Task 1: Part 1 – Practical Logbook and online questions
Weighting (25%)
This assessment task supports CLOs 1 & 2 

Assessment Task 2: Knowledge Quizzes (two)
Weighting 30%
(Mid Sem 10% End Sem 20%)
This assessment task supports CLOs 4 
Assessment task 3: Media Appraisal Report
Weighting 15%
This assessment task supports CLOs 4 

Assessment Task 4: Practical Report
Weighting (15%)
This assessment task supports CLO 1,2, 3 & 4 

Assessment Task 5: Curate Biology Resources
Weighting 15% 
This assessment supports CLOs 2, 3 & 4