Biology

ANATOMY II (HUMAN) BSC112

Learn about the structure of the Anatomy of the human body, through home studies.

• An in depth foundation course 1st year college or university level
• For anyone working in health, fitness, sport, health or wellness industries who wants to go beyond the basics that might be covered in introductory courses such as a fitness leader certificate or health assistant certificate.
• Through a heightened understanding of anatomy, you understand the body in greater depth and improve your capacity to work in any of these industries.

Human anatomy is the study of structure and its relation to function in the human body. Topics covered include surface, regional, systemic, and radiographic anatomy, plus cytology. This course assumes a basic understanding of anatomy, and is an ideal follow on from Human Anatomy and Physiology BSC101.

BOTANY I - PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND TAXONOMY BSC104

Home Studies - Botany Course -

Study plants to learn about plant physiology and taxonomy.

• 100 hour introduction to plant physiology and taxonomy
• general botany including morphology and anatomy
• enhance career opportunities in anything from horticulture and environmental management to teaching and science.

BOTANY II - APPLIED PLANT PHYSIOLOGY BSC204

Understand the principles and practices of plant physiology and their practical applications.

This course is concerned with the structure of plants and the way in which structures develop throughout a plants life from one stage of growth to the next. These stages include juvenility, maturity, flowering and seeding. Plant development involves differentiation of the plant into specialised parts. This may include visible changes such as the structural organisation of the plant and new patterns of growth as well as less visible changes such as localised biochemical and metabolic activity.

CELL BIOLOGY BSC110

Working or wanting to work in Applied Biology?

An understanding of cell biology is important in many areas of study, for the cell is the building block of all living forms.

Student Comment: "the course was better than I expected" "I am studying a Bachelor of Health Science next year at university. I gained far more knowledge from this course than I expected." J.McEwan

DIPLOMA IN APPLED PLANT SCIENCE

Understand the chemistry, anatomy and physiology of plants

Develop a foundation to work with plant sciences

Take the first steps toward becoming a botanist or plant entrepreneur 

GENETIC APPLICATIONS BSC308

Are your ready for a challenge?

Methods and techniques of genetics are applied throughout the spectrum of biological activity we see today.

In molecular biology
In population studies
In research of species evolution
In the design and application of software

Genetics has always been focused on how hereditary information influences how an organism looks and works. Research in genetics has used mutants to understand how genetic adaptations alter functions.

At the molecular end of the scale, genomics and microarray technology has enabled us to find out more about how genes make us what we are!

Learn how genetic technology is applied in:

Human health and medicine
Agriculture such as crop management and food production
Managing or breeding livestock, wildlife, and pets

HUMAN BIOLOGY 1A (ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY) BSC101

Introduction to Study Human Biology - Study externally from Home

• work in the health care, alternative health and fitness industries
• gain a basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• enhances your capacity for work in a range of jobs, from fitness instructor to medical receptionist
• providing a foundation and credit toward a range of certificate and higher qualifications that can lead into careers in natural therapies, medicine, teaching, research, fitness and food science

HUMAN BIOLOGY IB (BIOENERGETICS) BSC201

Want to understand how the human body captures, stores and uses energy?

This applied biology course has very practical application for not only sportsmen and women, coaches and fitness leaders; but anyone who is concerned about managing and improving the work output of a human body.

Prerequisites: A basic understanding of body systems (e.g. Human Biology IA).

HUMAN BIOLOGY II BSC202 (MUSCLES & MOVEMENT)

Develop an in depth knowledge of human movement.

By understanding of the operation of muscles and nerves, in movements and reactions observed in the body. This course covers: nerves, the nervous system, motor skills, structure and function of skeletal muscle, muscular strength, endurance and flexibility. Prerequisites: Human Biology BSC101 or equivalent.

HUMAN BIOLOGY III BSC301 (CARDIO RESPIRATORY PERFORMANCE)

Home Studies Course to understand the heart, lungs and blood; and how these things affect health, fitness and overall wellbeing. This course may develop career and job opportunities for anyone working in:

• Fitness
• Life Coaching
• Allied Health
• Sports
• Medical support

This course covers: blood, blood pressure, pulmonary ventilation, gas exchange & transport, blood flow and gas transport, cardiorespiratory control, cardiorespiratory disease and more.
Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology BSC101 or equivalent.

INVERTBRATE ANIMALS BEN218

Learn about the richness and diversity of invertebrates with this speciality course.

Unlike their vertebrate counterparts, invertebrates are not a single phylum of animals. In this course, you'll study microscopic and macroscopic phyla, discuss the significance of particular orders such as coleoptera, diptera, and hymenoptera, and more.

Microbiology BSC209

Microorganisms are found everywhere — inside and outside of the human body, and within all other animals and plants. In this course, you'll learn about organisms significant for human and animal health, agriculture, and more.

ORNITHOLOGY BEN102

Home Studies -Birds

For anyone with a serious interest in birds (amateur to professional).

Learn to identify and understand the habits of different birds, from water birds and parrots, to town birds and birds of prey.

The course provides a foundation in understanding how birds are classified and named scientifically; as well as their biology (anatony, physiology) and behaviour.

PHYSIOLOGY II BSC111

An advanced course on human physiology that will develop further your understanding of the principles of physiology, examining functions of the cells, tissues and systems of the human body. The course details how our bodies maintain internal equilibrium and health while exposed to the most variable range of conditions, such as physical, psychological and environmental factors.
A course designed for health therapists and all those working in health care that want or need to develop a deeper understanding of the human body processes and health maintenance.

Prerequisite: Human Anatomy & Physiology BSC101 or equivalent.

PLANT ECOLOGY BSC305

Work toward a more sustainable environment?

Who Should Study Plant Ecology?

• Land Managers and Developers
• Farmers
• Landscape Architects and Planners
• Botanists, Environmentalists, Scientists
• Teachers Consultants, etc

Take this for professional development; or as a component of a larger course -the first step toward a new and rewarding career.

This course helps you understand the nature and principles of plant ecology and apply that understanding to the cultivation of plants.

PLANT TAXONOMY SHORT COURSE SGH9

Taxonomic classification of plants

Learn to :

• Identify
• Classify
• Describe
• Name plants

Without knowledge of plant taxonomy, you risk misidentifying plants. This short course will teach you how to methodically identify a plant's distinguishing traits and the scientific classification through systematic observation and assessment.

VERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY BEN104

Develop an ability to distinguish between different types of vertebrate animals on the basis of their physiological characteristics, with a particular emphasis on mammals.

A useful course for anyone wanting to work with vertebrate animals; zoo staff, pet shop staff, animal breeders, wildlife managers, farmers, scientists, farm or pet supply companies, etc.