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BIOL 0993: Biology 12 - Part 2
Effective date
January 2024
Department
CF - Science
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This course includes human anatomy and physiology, with emphasis on application to our own bodies. Students become subjects of laboratory sessions will cover: the senses, cardiovascular systems, and kidneys. Other topics explored include reproduction, brain and mind, medical aspects of organ physiology, digestion, muscles and bones, and human development.
Both Biology 0983 and Biology 0993 are required for completion of ABE Provincial Level Biology (Anatomy & Physiology 12).
Biology 0983 and Biology 0993 can be taken at the same time or in any order.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
Grade 12 Equivalency
Prerequisites
Biology 11 (BIOL 0861 & BIOL 0871 or equivalent); English 10 or an equivalent listed at https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/; Math 10 (MATH 0750 & MATH 0751 or equivalent); Chemistry 11 (CHEM O861 & CHEM 0871 or equivalent) is recommended; English 11 is strongly recommended.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Students will meet the learning outcomes for ABE Provincial Level Biology as stated in the 2023-24 ABE Articulation Handbook https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/past-abe-guides/
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 96
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 96
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 96
Total Hours: 96
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 96
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 96
Total Hours: 96
Instructional Strategies
Option 1: Self-paced - one-to-one individualized instruction
Option 2: Class-based delivery - lecture and small group workshops and labs
Upon completion of BIOL 0983 & BIOL 0993, students will have completed a minimum of 7 laboratory activities.
Option 2: Class-based delivery - lecture and small group workshops and labs
Upon completion of BIOL 0983 & BIOL 0993, students will have completed a minimum of 7 laboratory activities.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
40 |
Class-based: 2 tests at 20% each |
|
Lab Work |
30 |
Class-based: approximately 30% for various lab related activities, including at least one formal lab write-up |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Class-based: approximately 10% for various assignments |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Class-based |
|
Assignments |
50 |
Self-paced: 11 Labs/ assignments totaling 50%, |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
50 |
Self-paced: 3 Tests totaling 50% |
Course topics
- Nervous System
- The Human Brain
- Senses
- Locomotion (skeleton/muscle physiology)
- Endocrine System
- Circulatory System (heart, blood)
- Respiratory System
- Homeostasis
- Excretion
- Digestion
- Reproduction
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.