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BIOL4015: Scientific Research in Biology
2022 unit information
Studies in Life Science investigate the dynamics of living organisms and span the levels of biological organization, from the ecosystem to the molecular. Research in the Life Sciences strives to offer explanations as to how organisms function, interact and evolve. A graduate Biologist must be conversant with a wide range of analytical techniques, including quantitative analysis as well as being able to communicate effectively about their research. Students must understand the logical structures which underpin analytical techniques, be able to design experiments based on understanding of biological processes and document their intended research. This course work unit provides the core skills and techniques that will equip students to perform a broad range of laboratory and field studies in biology, develop critical thinking and clear communication skills. Students will be introduced to the appropriate methodologies for data collection, handling and analysis which underpin the successful testing of biological hypotheses, and document their intended research as a grant proposal
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Operations
| Code | BIOL4015 |
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| Academic unit | Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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BIOL4016 |
| Prohibitions:
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BIOL4009 or BIOL4010 or BIOL4011 or BINF5002 or BINF5003 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Describe and discuss the concepts associated with the scientific study of biology
- LO2. Identify and discuss some of the current topics in biological research
- LO3. Design and perform experimental and observational research in biology
- LO4. Critically read, evaluate and synthesise information from the primary literature
- LO5. Conduct analysis of data and communicate your findings concisely and scientifically in both written and graphical forms.
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