Courses & Units
Biology of Plants KPA161
Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
Biology of Plants is a 1st year core unit for students specialising in plant science, biotechnology, and marine science. In Biology of Plants we introduce you to the origin, diversity, structure and internal processes of plants. In lectures and practical classes, we examine the fine structure of plant cells, the organisation of tissues, structure, development and sexual reproduction in flowering plants. We also examine how plants function (photosynthesis, water relations, nutrition and responses to environmental signals). In practical classes and lectures, we survey the diversity of plants (dinoflagellates, diatoms, algae, bryophytes, lycopods, ferns, conifers and flowering plants), their origins, life histories and evolutionary trends that have led to the successful colonisation of land.
Summary
| Unit name | Biology of Plants |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KPA161 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Plant Science|Ecology and Biodiversity |
| Coordinator | Professor Gregory (Greg) Jordan |
| Teaching staff | Ms Charlotte Jones|Professor Gustaaf Hallegraeff|Doctor Rebecca Jones|Professor Timothy (Tim) Brodribb |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate your knowledge of the diversity, relationships and evolutionary trends in plants.
- Describe and interpret the morphology, anatomy, physiology and reproduction of plants, and
- Be able to dissect, draw and identify morphological and histological features.
- Apply your knowledge to explain important biological processes of plants.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010903 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KPA150 AND KPA151Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 1-hr lectures per week and 7 x 3-hr practical sessions. Six assessed online quizzes. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Online quizzes (24%)|Lab Test (5%)|Lab Test (8%)|Final Exam (50%)|Lab Book (13%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
KPA161 Plant Biology Practical Manual 2018. This is available from the Coop Bookshop. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Evert RF, Eichhorn SF (2013) Raven Biology of Plants, 8th Edition. Macmillan. This is available from the Co-0p Bookshop. Later or earlier editions are also fine (note, it is also useful for other units!). | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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