NCEA Level 2 Biology 201
BIO201 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss E. Burge.
Biology 201
This is a foundation Biology course, introducing basic biological principles in all of the main branches of biology. This course covers ecology, diversity, cell biology, genetics (inheritance and how DNA works) and evolution. Scientific communication, and the understanding and application of biological processes are important aspects of the course, as well as practical investigation and field work skills. This course provides an introduction to any future study of biology, including any university study.
Course Overview
Term 1
Ecology - Redwood Bush (4 credits) and Animal Adaptations (3 credits)
Term 2
Cell Biology Investigation (4 credits)
Gene Expression (4 credits)
Term 3
Gene Expression
Genetic variation and Change (4 Credits)
Term 4
Genetic Variation and Change
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
The SciPad workbook is used for classwork and homework ($25).
One day of field work