BIOS 3017 Invertebrate Biology
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 300918
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Description Invertebrates are the most diverse and abundant organisms in aquatic and terrestrial environments. Due to their key role in many ecosystems, biologist E. O. Wilson coined the phrase of invertebrates as the 'little things that run the world'. Besides their ecological importance, many invertebrates are useful to humans, whereas others are harmful to agriculture, human and veterinary health. This subject highlights invertebrate diversity and life histories as well as their key ecological and economic importance. It also includes hands-on laboratory and field studies. This subject is designed for students with career pathways in science (e.g. animal, environmental, forensic and medical sciences) as well as agriculture, environmental management and education.
School Science
Discipline Biological Sciences, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Equivalent Subjects BIOS 3018 - Invertebrate Biology NATS 3026 - Forensic Biology
Restrictions Students must have completed 120 credit points, with at least 40 credit points at level 2.
Assumed Knowledge
A basic understanding of core concepts of biology and/or zoology is desirable.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practicals | 2,000 words | 20 | N | Individual |
| Intra-session exam | 1 hour | 20 | N | Individual |
| Professional Task | 50 specimens | 20 | N | Individual |
| Final exam | 2 hours | 40 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Relevant text will be scanned and made available online.
Teaching Periods