Level 2 Biology
Option Selection will be opened again in January 2024. Information is currently being updated and may change at any time.
Option Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs F. Booker.
This Biology course builds on learning from the Level 1 Science and gets into more specific detail. The course is made up of two semesters. Semester A: Microbiology - investigating cells and cellular processes and Semester B: Genetics - predicting inheritance, natural selection, genetic issues
Option Overview
Semester A
Microbiology
Introduction to Cells
Microscopes internal OR Cells External Learning
Practical Investigation internal - Osmosis
Semester B
Genetics
Introduction to Genetics
Genetics Validity of Information Internal
Genetics External
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 Science or HOD approval. Level 1 Genetics strongly recommended.
Pathway
This course is part of the preparation for tertiary study in sciences such as health science - nursing, midwifery, doctor, physiotherapist, research scientist, geneticist, conservation work, zoology etc
Assessment Information
This course has a range of assessments including an investigation, preparation of microscope slides and biological drawings, evaluating information presented to the public and external examinations. It is expected that students will attempt at least one external assessment.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This option is eligible for course endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision
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Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public
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Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change
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Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression
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Biology 2.8 - Investigate biological material at the microscopic level
Pathway Tags
Biology: Medicine, Nursing Technician, Technologist, Teaching, Marine Biologist, Zoologist, Veterinarian/Vet, Nurse,
Disclaimer
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.