Abstract

This subject introduces the subject of biology as it relates to Agriculture. Students will be taken on a journey though the key biological concepts associated with the cell; including biochemistry, structure, function (including respiration and photosynthesis) and the cell cycle. This naturally leads on to genetic principles and the mechanism … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: The science of biology: the origins of agriculture and the history of plants and people including industrialised agriculture and agriculture and the environment;The cell; atoms, molecules and cell structure and function including biological molecules, cell components and their interactions, respiration and photosynthesis;Inheritance: An … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe key biological concepts related to plant and animal cells, including the molecules of life, genetics and metabolic processes, especially photosynthesis and respiration;
2.
use basic equipment and techniques to investigate plant and animal form and function and be able to observe and record the information gained from these investigations;
3.
describe animal anatomy and physiological systems and processes, especially in relation to agricultural production animals;
4.
describe plant anatomy and physiological systems and processes, especially in relation to agricultural plants;
5.
describe diversity from single-celled to multi-celled organisms and how our taxonomic system allows us to classify life;
6.
describe the interactions between organisms and their biotic and non-biotic environment; and
7.
explain and apply ecological principles in the study of simple and biodiverse farming systems with respect to their connection and impact on the broader ecological matrix.

Learning activities

Intensive School

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.