Level 2 Biology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs N. Gelston.
Biology is the Science of Life and is a useful subject for many career pathways such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, health and physical education, horticulture, agriculture, farming, teaching and in the food industry. It is also a subject of general interest for many people, in areas such as conservation, wildlife, stem cell research, genetic engineering and general health & well-being.
Course Description: Ecology and Conservation; Students look at living organisms within their environment and study a community at the rocky shore. Cells; Students learn the fundamentals about cells and cell processes. Adaptation; Students study adaptations of different animals. Genetics and Evolution; This involves the study of genetic variation, genetic inheritance and evolution. Additionally students carry out biological investigations based around their learning in cell biology.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students need to have attained Level 1 Genetics at a Merit grade. Achieved or higher for Chemistry external is desirable too. Additionally, due to the high literacy content of this Science Reading and Writing skills need to be strong.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$30 Field Trip to Raglan
$25 SciPad Workbooks
2B6 Exercise Book
Graph paper
Ruler
Highlighter
Calculator
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 5
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Biology 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 10
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Biology 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level
Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 4
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Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change
Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 4
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Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 5