Undergraduate Course: Quantification in the Life Sciences 1 (BILG08008)
Course Outline
School |
School of Biological Sciences |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 08 (Year 1 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
Home subject area |
Biology |
Other subject area |
Biomedical Sciences |
Course website |
None |
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Course description |
This course is designed to apply selected topics in physics and mathematics (including some basic statistical analysis) to an understanding of biological issues. The physics lectures are linked with lectures in biology to illustrate key concepts: probing biological structures - the tools and techniques; perceiving the world - energy and wavelength; biomechanics - strengths of biological materials; diffusion and its limitations; mechanics of movement - dynamics, shape, statics, levers, force; plumbing and pumps - capillary, surface tension, xylem and blood flow; membranes, energetics and nerves. Laboratory practicals and workshops are used to reinforce the biological topics. The important quantitative skills required in biology are delivered through a workbook, associated tutorials and acquisition of data in laboratory practicals. |
Entry Requirements
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
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Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 1, Available to all students (SV1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | 09:00 - 09:50 | | | | King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | | | 13:10 - 13:50 | | King's Buildings | Lecture | | 1-11 | | | | | 13:10 - 13:50 | King's Buildings | Laboratory | | 1-11 | | 10:00 - 13:00 | | | | King's Buildings | Laboratory | | 1-11 | | | | 10:00 - 13:00 | |
First Class |
First class information not currently available |
Additional information |
Physics Tutorials on alternate weeks Tu 1000-1130 or Tu 1130-1300 or Th 1000-1130 or Th 1130-1300 or F 1000-1130. Maths Tutorials at times to be arranged |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Increased understanding of the quantitative aspects of biological processes. Enhanced ability to analyse, interpret and report the data from biological experiments. |
Assessment Information
Several in-course assessed components. 40% ICA, 60% exam. |
Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
Dr Nick Savill
Tel: (0131 6)50 5456
Email: nick.savill@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Linda Goodall
Tel: (0131 6)50 5521
Email: Linda.Goodall@ed.ac.uk |
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