Overview

The form and function of animals enables them to meet their need to survive and reproduce. To do this, animals acquire, process and use energy and nutrients to cope with challenges in the internal and external environments through a wide variety of physiological, morphological, reproductive and behavioural adaptations. In order … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-BLENDED

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Alistair Evans

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Alistair Evans

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Describe the anatomical, functional, physiological, reproductive and behavioural adaptations of animals that allow them to survive and reproduce in different environments.

2.

Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and experimental procedures to investigate zoological concepts;

3.

Demonstrate skills in research, data gathering, collation and organisation to effectively communicate scientific knowledge;

4.

Apply skills in written communication, oral communication and teamwork to effectively convey scientific concepts.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

1 - Quizzes
2 - Report
3 - Group presentation
4 - Final assessment - Exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Seminars

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Dissecting kit - $29.95

Availability in areas of study

Zoology