BI1112, Biology, 5.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: DECISION MAKER, YYYY-MM-DD
Valid from : Autumn semester 2019 (2019-09-02)

Level

First cycle (G1N)

Main field of study

Biology

Grading Scale

5 / 4 / 3 / U

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

After completion of the course the student is expected to be able to:

• discuss basic cellular structures and processes
• describe how the genetic material is inherited between cells and generations
• discuss the structure and functions of higher plants
• generally discuss the structure and functions of animals
• show the ability to present experimental results in writing

Content

Introduction to cell biology and genetics. Organisms, their structure and function. Uptake of water and nutrients: metabolism and water balance. Reproduction and spread. Protection and survival mechanisms.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written exam as well as passed practical exercises and seminars.

•  If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Plant Biology

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Master Programme in Environmental and Water Engineering

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	5.0	0301

The Course Replaces

1TV001 (Uppsala universitet)

Other Information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.