BI1S206 - Biodiversity 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | BI1S206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Biodiversity | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Biological Sciences | ||
| Module Leader: | Emma Higgins | ||
| Module Team: | Eiry Bateman, Anthony Caravaggi, Rhian Newman, Harri Little, Rebecca Lakin, Amelia Grass, Cerith Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100355 - plant sciences | 100391 - natural sciences | 100858 - evolution |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 20 | 60 | 20 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and methodologies associated with the observation, measurement and investigation of the diversity of life on Earth, as well as an understanding of relevant factors and processes.
Students will gain the ability to interpret the form and function of living organisms, evolutionary processes and interactions between organisms, and their environment.
Students will gain an understanding of Linnean taxonomy and the ability to discern between phylogenetic groups.
Students will develop practical and theoretical competences that will support their further learning and development both within the first year of study and beyond.
In engaging with the module appropriately, students will fully achieve the following level-appropriate Behaviour Domains of the USW Graduate Attributes:
Commercial Awareness; Behaviour 1
Communication; Behaviour 1, 2
Leadership; Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Innovation and Enterprise; Behaviour 1, 2, 3
Project Management; Behaviour 1, 2
Digital Literacy; Behaviour 1
The Capabilities associated with these behaviours are found in the Graduate Attributes table at the end of the descriptor.
Content Summary
Topics in this module include, but are not limited to:
An introduction to the evolutionary processes that give rise to the diversity of life
An introduction to morphology, anatomy structure and function
Taxonomy and taxonomic nomenclature
The geographical distribution and history of lineages
Factors affecting biodiversity (e.g. gradients, anthropogenic impacts)
Fundamental field and laboratory skills associated with the measurement and study of biodiversity
Biodiversity metrics and the application and interpretation, thereof.
A field trip that offers education in taxonomy, biodiversity, and biogeography, further to that which can be experienced on-campus. Potential locations include the Natural History Museum, London, and the National Botanic Gardens of Wales.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes | 14 |
| Fieldwork | 4 |
| Independent Study | 120 |
| Tutorial | 30 |
| Groupwork | 32 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Understand the physiological structures of the main phylogenetic groups of plants and animals. |
| LO2 | Have acquired a knowledge and understanding of the practical techniques required to analyse representative organisms based on structure and function. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | In which the student will demonstrate the application and/or understanding of relevant laboratory skills, competencies, and/or knowledge. The assessment considers student choice and may comprise elements constrained by time (10 minutes) and word count (1000), or simply by word count (2000) | 10 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | In which the student will demonstrate the application and/or understanding of relevant field-oriented skills, competencies, and/or knowledge. The assessment considers student choice and may comprise elements constrained by time (10 minutes) and word count (1000), or simply by word count (2000). | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |