Introduction to Biology: Cells and Tissues

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Know the component nature of a generalised cell.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Identify the structure of a generalised human cell, explaining the function of the different elements.

2. — Understand the processes that result in the movement of substances in and out of cells.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Explain the process of diffusion, giving an example of where this occurs in the human body.

  • 2.2.

    Explain the process of osmosis and its significance in relation to living cells.

  • 2.3.

    Explain the process of active transport.

3. — Know the basic structure and functions of DNA.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Identify the basic structure of DNA, explaining its function

4. — Know the human body cells are specialised for a variety of different functions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1.

    Identify at least two different specialised human body cells, explaining their function.

5. — Understand the structure and function of the major body tissue types.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1.

    Explain the structure and function of the major body tissue types.