Level 2 Biology
200BIO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms Masima.
Recommended Prior LearningCompletion of Level 1 Science course.
The Level 2 Biology program aims to develop your knowledge of the nature of living things and to understand the interconnectedness of evolution to life processes and ecology, and the impact that humans have on all forms of life. You will learn to make more informed decisions about significant biological issues and be made aware of ecological issues that are of significance to New Zealand.
You will develop the ability to analyze information, problem-solve, and apply knowledge to new situations and you will improve your intellectual, creative, and critical thinking. Experimental work and field trips will be infiltrated throughout the course to support understanding of scientific ideas as well as further develop their practical skills.
This course covers three internal achievement standards and two external standards worth a maximum total of 19 credits. Students will explore the achievement standards and will learn aspects of the following:
- Practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision.
- Pattern in an Ecological Community.
- Life Processes at the Cellular Level
- Adaptations of plants or animals to their way of life
- Genetic Variation and Change
Course Overview
Semester 1
Two internal standards:
1. AS91153: Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context.
2. AS91158: Investigate a pattern in an ecological community.
External standard:
1.AS91156: Life Processes at the Cellular Level
Semester 2
One internal standard:
1. AS91155: Adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life.
External Standard:
1. AS91157: Genetic Variation and Change
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway Career Pathways
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