Level 1 Biological Science
11SCB Course DescriptionContact Person: K. Silcock
This course provides additional skills and knowledge in Biology and Human Biology. The course is for students who wish to be extended in these areas. Students can comfortably do 12BIO without doing this course however, it would be helpful. The course will be assessed with a mix of internal and external achievement standards. Assessment may include a selection of the standards listed.
Pathway
Level 2 Earth and Space Science, Level 2 Biology, Level 2 Chemistry, Level 2 Physics
Contributions and EquipmentRecommended workbooks approx. $15.00
Possible field trips: estimated $30.00
Entry Requirements
The majority of Year 10 Science grades must be at or above Level 5 of the curriculum.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 90925 v3 Biology 1.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 90926 v3 Biology 1.2 - Report on a biological issue | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 90927 v3 Biology 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to micro-organisms | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 90929 v4 Biology 1.5 - Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to a mammal(s) as a consumer(s) | 1 |
E |
3 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91154 v2 Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public | 2 |
I |
3 |
Y |
||
Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 17 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Courses are based on student choice, so some courses may not run.