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SED121 Education 2 Units beginner

Biology For Integrated Science

This course introduces fundamental concepts in biology. It explores the characteristics of living and non-living things, classification of organisms, and differences between plants and animals. The course also covers plant and animal morphology, life cycles, genetics, ecology, taxonomy, and organic evolution. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of general biology principles.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Living thingsClassificationMorphologyGeneticsEcology

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Living and Non-Living Things

2

Classification of Living Things

3

Plant and Animal Morphology

4

Genetics

5

Ecology

6

Organic Evolution

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Science Teacher

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Laboratory Technician

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Environmental Educator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationResearchEnvironmental Conservation

Course PDF Material

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the characteristics of living things from Unit 1 and create a table comparing plants and animals.

2

Draw diagrams of the life cycles of fern, beans, and maize from Module 2, labeling key stages.

3

Create flashcards for the different animal phyla and their characteristics from Module 3.

4

Summarize the key concepts of genetics, ecology, taxonomy, and evolution from Module 5.

5

Practice answering the self-assessment exercises at the end of each unit to test your understanding.