Course Outline. Code: LFS103 Title: Introductory Bioscience

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1 Course Outline Code: LFS103 Title: Introductory Bioscience Faculty: Science, Health, Education and Engineering School: Health & Sport Science Teaching Session: Semester 2 Year: 2018 Course Coordinator: Dr Nicole Masters nmasters@usc.edu.au Tel: (07) Course Moderator: Dr Alexandra Campbell acampbe1@usc.edu.au Tel: (07) Please go to the USC website for up to date information on the teaching sessions and campuses where this course is usually offered. 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Description Introductory Bioscience is designed to provide you, in the allied health field, with the scientific principles that form the basis of human physiology and anatomy. Science and technology often surround the modern health practitioner. Moreover, major advances in medicine, allied health and human functioning have come about from a greater understanding of the basic sciences. This course will introduce you to foundational concepts and principles in biology, chemistry and microbiology that are relevant to health-care practice. 1.2 Course topics Topics covered include; Foundational cell chemistry The building blocks of life Introduction to metabolism and ATP Comparative human cell structure and function The cell cycle and replication of human cells Human tissue structure and function Characteristics of fluids in the human body Gas laws and respiration Acids and bases, and chemistry of blood buffer system Human genetics and patterns of inheritance Microbiology and infection control 2. What level is this course? 100 level Introductory - Discipline knowledge and skills at foundational level, broad application of knowledge and skills in familiar contexts and with support. Normally associated with the first full-time year of an undergraduate program 3. What is the unit value of this course? 12 units Semester Recfind File Number: F14103

2 Page 2 4. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course, you should be able to: Demonstrate, explain and apply the foundational principles of cell biology and cell chemistry as they apply to human functioning and to allied-health. Develop and apply practical laboratory skills and competencies in cell biology and cell chemistry. Research and prepare answers to short answer questions that are based on the material covered in the lecture and practical classes. Engage students to reflect and assess their own work Assessment tasks You will be assessed on the learning outcomes in task/s: 1, 2 and 3 Empowered. Knowledgeable. 1 and 3 Empowered. Knowledgeable. 1 Empowered. Knowledgeable. 1 Empowered. Graduate Qualities or Professional Standards mapping Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: 5. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the USC Glossary of terms for definitions of pre-requisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites. 5.1 Enrolment restrictions Enrolled in Program SC391, SC394, SC395, SC372, SC377, SC367, SC344, SC342, SC343, SE301, SB302, SC373, SC374, SC375, UU301 or XU Pre-requisites Nil 5.3 Co-requisites Nil 5.4 Anti-requisites NUR101 or (SCI105 and (LFS100 or SCI103)) 5.5 Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills (where applicable) It is recommended that students have some prerequisite knowledge in core mathematics, and basic biology and chemistry. An optional Maths Diagnostic will be available before the teaching semester commences on the LFS103 Blackboard site if you would like to test your core maths skills and determine whether you require maths support. 6. How am I going to be assessed? 6.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL) 6.2 Details of early feedback on progress This course includes weekly formative concept checks which provide an opportunity for you to receive formative feedback on your academic progress. In addition to this, there are 2 formative assessment tasks due in week 3 and 7, that will help you prepare for 2 weighted assessment tasks, that will contribute to your final grade (please refer to Task 1 information).

3 6.3 Assessment tasks Task Assessment Tasks No. Page 3 Individual or Group Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Where should I submit it? In class 1 Practical and Theory Work Portfolio Individual 45% Practical and theory exercises Week Mid-semester exam Individual 15% 1 hour Week 8 In class 3 End-of-semester Individual 40% 2 hours + 10 min examination perusal 100% Assessment Task 1: Practical and Theory Work Portfolio Goal: Product: Format: Criteria: Centrally scheduled exam period Examination venue To provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the theory and practical components of this course. The portfolio is a suite of activities that allow you to develop your foundational knowledge for future work in Bioscience. This work includes self-assessment of your learning which is a critical skill in improving your educational performance. Various theory and practical exercises and tests The following activities will make up the portfolio: 1) Scientific measurements quiz 2.5% 2) Practical exercise on graphing formative 3) Evaluation of practical lab skills, assignment 10% 4) Complete practical work on scientific drawing formative 5) Evaluation of practical lab skills, assignment 15% 6) Chemistry calculations quiz 2.5% 7) Evaluation of practical lab skills, in class test 5% 8) Preparation and Participation 10% Week 3 Week 3 Week 5 Week 7 Week 11 Week 11 Week 12 Week 3-7, 9-13 You will be assessed on the following: Correct answers to questions Accuracy in calculations Ability to provide appropriate and accurate scientific drawings and graphs Accuracy of data interpretation Completion of pre-class exercises and active participation in class activities (Week 3-7 and 9-13) For specific rubric and standard descriptions for the above criteria please see Assessment folder in Blackboard. Assessment Task 2: Mid-semester examination Goal: Product: Format: To provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate, explain and apply the foundational principles of cell biology and cell chemistry as they apply to human functioning and allied-health practice, to knowledge of the theory content of the course. In particular: cell chemistry, chemical reactions, and human cells and tissues. Multiple-choice questions One hour In class closed book Criteria: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical content Apply theoretical knowledge identified in the course lectures, practical classes and readings to solve problems Provide correct answers to multiple-choice questions

4 Assessment Task 3: End-of-semester examination Goal: Product: Format: Page 4 To provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate, explain and apply the foundational principles of cell biology, cell chemistry and basic microbiology as they apply to human functioning and alliedhealth. Multiple-choice questions You will sit an End-of-Semester Examination that will be based on the theory covered in the lectures, practical work in the labs and associated readings during weeks The two-hour examination will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions and is closed book. Criteria: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical content Apply theoretical knowledge identified in the course lecture and practical material to solve problems Provide correct answers to multiple-choice questions 7. What are the course activities? 7.1 Directed study hours The directed study hours listed here are a portion of the workload for this course. A 12 unit course will have total of 150 learning hours which will include directed study hours (including online if required), self-directed learning and completion of assessable tasks. Directed study hours may vary by location. Student workload is calculated at 12.5 learning hours per one unit. Location: Specific Campus(es) or online: Sippy Downs 7.2 Course content Week # / What key concepts/content will I learn? Module # Directed study hours for location: 1 x 1-hour lectorial each week 1 x 2-hour practical class each week Weekly activities as directed on Blackboard 1. Lecture 1: Overview of the LFS103 Introductory Bioscience course & Cell Chemistry: Matter and the Elements Classification of matter Elements and the Periodic Table Metals and non-metals Atoms and their subatomic particles Atomic number, mass number and Isotopes Practical 1: Measurements in Allied Health Practice: Units of measurement, prefixes and equalities, conversion factors and scale bar calculations 2. Lecture 2: Cell Chemistry: Atoms and their Ions Arranging electrons in atoms Valence electrons Electron dot structures The formation of ions Cations and anions Practical 2: Graphing exercises and figure legends 3. Lecture 3: Cell Chemistry, Ionic & Covalent Compounds and Chemical Reactions Introduction to simple compounds Ionic compounds: writing formulas and naming conventions Covalent compounds: writing formulas and naming conventions Chemical reactions: writing and balancing equations Energy in chemical reactions Practical 3: Building simple covalent compounds

5 Page 5 4. Lecture 4: Building Blocks of Life, Chemical Reactions in the Body & Properties of Gases The building blocks of life Water: the solvent of life Chemical reactions in the body Enzymes Introduction to metabolism and ATP Practical 4: Rate of chemical reactions: and the effects of ph and temperature on enzyme function 5. Lecture 5: The Human Body: Cell Structure and Function Overview of the cell The typical human cell Cell organelles Cytoskeleton and extracellular components Plasma membrane structure and function Practical 5: Studying human cells using the compound light microscope 6. Lecture 6: The Human Body: Cell Membrane Transport and Cell Division Cell membrane permeability Transport across the cell membrane Cellular organisation of genetic material The cell life cycle: Interphase and M phase The cell cycle control system Practical 6: Osmosis in animal cells & cell division in somatic cells: interphase, mitosis & cytokinesis 7. Lecture 7: The Human Body: Tissue Structure and Function The four types of human tissue Epithelial tissue Connective tissue Muscle tissue Nervous tissue Practical 7: The tissue level of organisation 8. Lecture 8: Solutions, Concentrations and Body Fluids Characteristics of solutions Solubility and saturation (with medical examples) Common concentrations of solutions in allied-health Dilutions of solutions Body fluid compartments Properties of gases and respiration Practical 8: Mid-semester exam 9. Lecture 9: Electrolytes, Acids and Bases and ph Balance in Body Fluids Electrolytes and non-electrolytes Acids and bases Self-ionisation of water The ph scale and calculations Neutralisation Buffers and controlling ph in the blood Practical 9: The concept of acids, bases, ph & buffers 10. Lecture 10: Introduction to Human Genetics Introduction to genes and inheritance Genetic variation Mendelian genetics More complex inheritance patterns Alterations of chromosome structure Gene inheritance: pedigree analysis Practical 10: Human genetics and patterns of inheritance

6 Page Lecture 11: Introduction to Microbiology and Infection Control Introduction to microbiology Eukaryotic vs. prokaryotic cells Functional characteristics and structures of prokaryotes Bacterial classification Introduction to bacterial identification techniques Antibiotic resistance Practical 11: Aseptic techniques in clinical microbiology 12. Lecture 12: Microorganisms and Diseases Microbes and disease: historical highlights Host-microbe interactions (principles of disease) Spread of infection and disease transmission Stages of disease development Introduction to Epidemiology Practical 12: Introduction to diagnostic microbiology 13. Lecture 13: Revision of Lectures 1-12 Overview of major concepts Exam style questions for each concept Practical 13: Task 1(7) in class test and revision Please note that the course content may be subject to variation. 8. What resources do I need to undertake this course? Please note that course information, including specific information of recommended readings, learning activities, resources, weekly readings, etc. are available on the course Blackboard site. Please log in as soon as possible. 8.1 Prescribed text(s) Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below as they are required: Author Year Title Publisher Campbell Timberlake Masters, N., Holmes, M. and Kneale, C Campbell - LFS103 Introductory Bioscience. Vol 1 Timberlake - LFS103 Introductory Bioscience. Vol LFS103 Practical Manual; LFS103 Practical Workbook Custom textbook by Pearson Education, Australia University of the Sunshine Coast (Purchased from USC Mail and Print Services (MaPS), Ground floor, Building J) 8.2 Specific requirements You are required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during the LFS103 practical classes including covered, non-slip shoes, laboratory coat/gown and safety glasses. You must purchase and bring to the practical classes a copy of the LFS103 Practical Manual and Practical Workbook all both are available for purchase from Mail and Print Services (MaPS) on the ground floor of Building J. Alternatively, these will be available for printing on the LFS103 Blackboard site. 9. Risk management Risks in the LFS103 course are associated with that of a PC1 laboratory. You are required to undertake a compulsory online safety induction activity at the beginning of semester to familiarise yourself with the PC1 science teaching laboratory. There will be Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) available at the practical classes, when required. It is your responsibility as a student to review course material, search online, discuss with lecturers and peers, and understand the health and safety risks associated with your specific course of study. It is also your responsibility to

7 Page 7 familiarise yourself with the University s general health and safety principles by reviewing the online Health Safety and Wellbeing training module for students, and following the instructions of the University staff. 10. What administrative information is relevant to this course? 10.1 Assessment: Academic Integrity Academic integrity is the ethical standard of university participation. It ensures that students graduate as a result of proving they are competent in their discipline. This is integral in maintaining the value of academic qualifications. Each industry has expectations and standards of the skills and knowledge within that discipline and these are reflected in assessment. Academic integrity means that you do not engage in any activity that is considered to be academic fraud; including plagiarism, collusion or outsourcing any part of any assessment item to any other person. You are expected to be honest and ethical by completing all work yourself and indicating in your work which ideas and information were developed by you and which were taken from others. You cannot provide your assessment work to others. You are also expected to provide evidence of wide and critical reading, usually by using appropriate academic references. In order to minimise incidents of academic fraud, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks, when submitted to Blackboard, are electronically checked through SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to Assessment: Additional requirements Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 10.3 Assessment: Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension, you must contact your Course Coordinator and supply the required documentation to negotiate an outcome Study help In the first instance, you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional assistance is provided to all students through Academic Skills Advisers. To book an appointment or find a drop-in session go to Student Hub. Contact Student Central for further assistance: or studentcentral@usc.edu.au

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