Mangere College

L2 Biology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms F. McIntosh.

Recommended Prior Learning

12+ credits in 1SCI and/or HOD approval.

In this course Students will:

•Explore the diverse ways in which animals and plants carry out the life processes.
•Explore ecological distribution patterns and explain possible causes for these patterns.

•Understand that DNA and the environment interact in gene expression.
•Explain how the interaction between ecological factors and natural selection leads to genetic changes within populations.

Course Overview

Term 1
A.S. 91158 v2 Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision (Int, 4 credits)

A.S. 91153 v2 Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision (Int, 4 credits)

Term 2
A.S. 91160 v2 Biology 2.8 - Investigate biological material at the microscopic level (Int, 3 credits)

A.S. 91155 v2 Biology 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life (Int, 3 credits)

Term 3
A.S. 91157 v2 Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change (Ext, 4 Credits)

Term 4
Revision for NCEA external Exams

Learning Areas:

Science

Pathway

L3 Biology

Career Pathways

Anaesthetist, Arborist, Physician, Surgeon, Dentist, Diagnostic Radiologist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Ophthalmologist, Chemical Engineer, Diver, Environmental Scientist, Ranger, Paramedic, Anaesthetic Technician, Animal Care Attendant, Midwife, Community Karitāne, Crop Worker, Oral Health Therapist, Dietitian, Florist, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Landscaper, Gardener, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Health Care Assistant, Nursery Grower/Worker, Registered Nurse, Pathologist, Zoologist, Marine Biologist, Microbiologist, Biochemist, Biotechnologist, Brewer, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Winemaker, Epidemiologist, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Veterinary Nurse, Zookeeper, Dog Trainer, Veterinarian, Science Technician

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

There is NO cost for this course.
Students are expected to have basic stationery:
- Workbook
- Pens and pencils
- Ruler
- Scientific calculator