Quantification in the Life Sciences 1 (BI0022)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : BIO-1-QLS

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

none

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Biology, (School of Biological Sciences, Schedule K)

Other subject areas

Biomedical Sciences, (School of Biomedical Sciences, Schedule T)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 5 hour(s) 30 minutes per week for 11 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	09:00	09:50	KB
Laboratory	Tuesday	10:00	13:00	KB
Laboratory	Thursday	10:00	13:00	KB
Lecture	Thursday	13:10	13:50	KB
Lecture	Friday	13:10	13:50	KB

? Additional Class 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.