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BI1006 - Animal Structure and Function

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Lab report 2 15/100
Lab report 1 15/100
School exam 70/100 4 hours D

Course content

The course is part of the first year module in biology. It covers the connection between structure and function at the organ- and organism level. Animal physiology explains how organs work together to ensure survival of the animal and enable it to adapt to different environments. The course will provide current knowledge of general physiological principles, organ physiology, regulatory mechanisms, and key physiological mechanisms involved in animal adaptions to different environments. The animal groups covered will range from invertebrates to vertebrates and the habitats discussed will include aquatic, terrestrial and aerial. In addition to the lectures, the student will also participate in laboratory practicals that involve animal physiology experiments. These practicals will be related to the information in the lectures and will help the students to understand important concepts.

Learning outcome

After finishing the course the student should have good insight into the relationship between structure and function at organ and organism level of a wide variety of animals. The student should also have knowledge about how animals adapt physiologically to different environments.

To understand how animals work and how this enables them to survive, the student should obtain knowledge about:

  • How animals, from invertebrates to vertebrates, function in their natural habitat, including aquatic, terrestrial and aerial environments.
  • How animals respond to and cope physiologically with environmental challenges.
  • The structure and function of organ systems in various animals.
  • Central methods in studying animal physiological problems.

With the knowledge received throughout the course, the student should acquire the following skills:

  • Acquire knowledge from within the central subjects of animal physiology.
  • Experience with the methodology and equipment of physiological experiments.
  • Conduct a physiological experiment on animals to collect data.
  • Experience in analysing and interpreting physiological information.

With the background provided by this course, the students should have a general competence in:

  • Presenting relevant information in response to specific tasks and questions in writing.
  • Handle biological material and scientific equipment.
  • Working independently and as part of a group.

Learning methods and activities

The language of instruction is Norwegian and English (i.e. some lectures and activities are taught in Norwegian, some in English)

Lectures and discussions: 37 hours

Laboratory work: 4 hours

Compulsory assignments

  • Lab attendance

Further on evaluation

The course consists of three assessment parts: written exam (70%) and two lab reports (15% each). All parts must be passed to get a final grade in the course.

All mandatory activity must be passed to be able to take the exam.

In the case of a fail on the exam or if you want to improve your grade, then the written exam can be retaken in both semesters, even the one without teaching. The written exam can be changed to an oral exam in the semester when the course is not taught. Unlike the exam, lab reports cannot be re-done when the course is not taught, but grades received for previously submitted lab reports are kept if the exam is retaken when the course is not taught.

Course materials

  • Textbook: "Biology: a global approach" by Campbell, Urry, Cain, Wasserman, Minorsky and Orr (12th edition)
  • Lecture handouts
  • Lab manuals

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
BI1004 7.5 AUTUMN 2017
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Zoophysiology
  • Biology
  • Zoology
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Biology

Timetable

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Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD School exam 70/100 D 2024-12-10 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
SL520 Sluppenvegen 14 54
SL510 Sluppenvegen 14 51
SL430 Sluppenvegen 14 10
Autumn ORD Lab report 1 15/100 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Autumn ORD Lab report 2 15/100

Submission
2024-10-18


15:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD School exam 70/100 D INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Lab report 1 15/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Lab report 2 15/100
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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