zoo3tzb topics in zoology b
TOPICS IN ZOOLOGY B
ZOO3TZB
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will further their scientific understanding of selected areas of the evolution, behaviour, physiology and ecology of animals with an emphasis on Australian fauna. This is a lecture only subject. Topics include: Reproductive Biology, Excitable Tissues and Coastal Marine Ecology.
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGiuseppe Posterino
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites ZOO2FE or ZOO2AP or ZOO2AFE or ZOO2APH or WEM2FFA or WEM2PEE
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects ZOO3EPB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. On completion of this subject, students will be able to define, describe and compare eutherian and metatherian reproductive physiology.
- Activities:
- Students will participate in class discussions during lectures. Regular quizzes will test knowledge and understanding and provide students with formative feedback. Final exam (multiple choice, short answer and essay questions)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
02. Define, describe and compare the structure and functioning of coastal marine habitats and the impact of human activities.
- Activities:
- Students will participate in class discussions during lectures and workshops. Regular quizzes will test knowledge and understanding and provide students with formative feedback. Final exam (multiple choice, short answer and essay questions)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Describe and explain the physiology of excitable tissues.
- Activities:
- Students will participate in class discussions during lectures. Regular quizzes will test knowledge and understanding and provide students with formative feedback. Final exam (short answer questions).
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
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Albury-Wodonga, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Lawler
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Four 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Up to 1-hour per week may be run as a workshop."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination (3 x 1hr) | 55 | 01, 03, 02 | |
| Quizzes (9 x 30 mins) | 45 | 02, 03, 01 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGiuseppe Posterino
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Four 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Up to 1-hour per week may be run as a workshop."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination (3 x 1hr) | 55 | 01, 03, 02 | |
| Quizzes (9 x 30 mins) | 45 | 02, 03, 01 |