Level 3 Biology
13BIOL Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs K. Miller.
Recommended Prior LearningReasonable success in Level 2 Biology or at the discretion of the HOLA.
This subject involves the study of living things. It includes:
- Plants and animals – behavior and responses to environmental factors.
- Human Evolution – trends in the development of Homo sapiens.
- Homeostasis - how humans maintain a constant temperature in different environments.
- Human manipulation of genetic material- Cloning, Selective Breeding, Transgenesis.
An optional trip to Wellington Zoo to observe animal behaviour will happen in September. A donation may be requested towards the cost of this trip.
Course Overview
Term 1
Homeostasis- Thermoregulation
Genetic Manipulation
Term 2
Human Evolution
Term 3
Plant and Animal Behaviour and Responses
Assessment Information
Students who have completed Level 2 Biology will likely already have 3.2 Socio-Scientific Issue 3Cr.
Paramedic, Anaesthetist, Beekeeper, Chemist, Marine Biologist, Microbiologist, Biochemist, Biomedical Engineer, Biotechnologist, Midwife, Chiropractor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Psychologist, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Diagnostic Radiologist, Dietitian, Forensic Scientist, Environmental Scientist, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Veterinarian, Radiation Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Optometrist, Physiotherapist, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer, Radiation Oncologist, Secondary School Teacher, Epidemiologist, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Zoologist, Agricultural Technician, Science Technician
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryA Scipad workbook is available for purchase (approximately $35.00).