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NS4202: Cells to Organisms
| Module Title | Cells to Organisms |
|---|---|
| Module Code | NS4202 |
| Module Tutor | Richard Rolfe |
| School | Natural and Social Sciences |
| CAT Points | 30 |
| Level of Study | 4 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | Cannot be counted with BIO123 or BIO124 |
| Brief Description | This module will explore the major levels of complexity in life on Earth, from biomolecules and the structure and function of cells to the organisation of multicellular organisms. We will consider how the biochemical and physiological processes of genes and cells interact to make multicellular life possible, and then examine multicellular organisms interact with their environment. This module introduces a variety of laboratory techniques for investigating biochemical, cellular and physiological processes, and conducting controlled experiments. The module provides an important foundation for the study of microbiology at Level 5 (NS5203 Microbe-Human Interactions), as well as for the study of whole organisms (NS5206 Equine Biology and NS6202 Avian Biology) and behaviour (NS5207 Animal Behaviour). |
| Indicative Syllabus | In this module we will study the chemistry of biological macromolecules in relation to their biological function; subcellular processes such as the synthesis of proteins and enzyme function in relation to the genetic code (DNA); evolution of multicellular organsisms; cell-cell communication and immune systems; physiological adaptations to environmental extremes (such as temperature) and fluctuations in environmental parameters (such as salinity); energy production including photosynthesis and respiration; mechanisms of adaptation (neurons and hormones); physiology of life cycles and seasonal cycles; and animal locomotion. |
| Learning Outcomes | A student passing this module should be able to: 1. Identify the key components of cells and describe their structure and function 2. Describe key subcellular processes and explain how the processes relate to cell function 3. Understand the fundamental mechansims that support multicellular life 4. Relate these processes to the physiological functioning of whole organisms 5. Understand how plants and animals adapt to their environment 6. Perform a range of laboratory techniques important to the study of cellular / physiological processes; and present and interpret results clearly |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Scheduled Contact Hours: 72 Independent Learning Hours: 228 |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 70% Coursework: Individual, standard written: 3000 words or equivalent 002: 30% Written Exam: Inclass, digital mulitple choice: 2.00 hours |
| Special Assessment Requirements | |
| Indicative Resources | The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide. |
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