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ASTRO 100
: Planets, Stars and Galaxies2021 Semester Two (1215)
The story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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ASTRO 100
: Planets, Stars and Galaxies2021 Semester One (1213)
The story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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ASTRO 100G
: Planets, Stars and Galaxies2021 Semester Two (1215)
The story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Restriction: PHYSICS 107, 107G
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ASTRO 100G
: Planets, Stars and Galaxies2021 Semester One (1213)
The story of our place in the Universe. Key topics are the exploration of the solar system, searches for planets around other stars, the structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, high-energy astrophysics, and the origin and overall properties of the Universe. No background in physics or mathematics is assumed.
Restriction: PHYSICS 107, 107G
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ASTRO 200
: Astrobiology2021 Semester Two (1215)
Astrobiology examines the potential of the universe to harbour life and is interdisciplinary, combining Geology, Biology, Astronomy, Chemistry, Physics, Philosophy, Ethics. Course focus is on how these disciplines combine with technology, addressing questions of life in the universe. Key topics include origin and evolution of life, definitions and environmental limits of life, and how to search for life beyond Earth.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed
Restriction: EARTHSCI 206, PHYSICS 107, 107G
Restriction: EARTHSCI 206, PHYSICS 107, 107G
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ASTRO 200G
: Astrobiology2021 Semester Two (1215)
Astrobiology examines the potential of the universe to harbour life and is interdisciplinary, combining Geology, Biology, Astronomy, Chemistry, Physics, Philosophy, Ethics. Course focus is on how these disciplines combine with technology, addressing questions of life in the universe. Key topics include origin and evolution of life, definitions and environmental limits of life, and how to search for life beyond Earth.
Prerequisite: 60 points passed
Restriction: EARTHSCI 206, PHYSICS 107, 107G
Restriction: EARTHSCI 206, PHYSICS 107, 107G
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BIOMED 399
: Capstone: Biomedical Science2021 Semester Two (1215)
Students will synthesise knowledge and reflect on learning experiences attained during their studies in Biomedical Science. Students will engage in debate on contemporary issues and use their scientific reasoning to counter misunderstandings and misrepresentation. Students will consider wider societal issues involved in research, such as human and animal ethics, Māori and Pacific health advancement, and public health relevance and economic benefits.
Prerequisite: 30 points from BIOSCI 347-358, MEDSCI 300-320, MEDIMAGE 302, 306
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BIOSCI 100
: Antarctica: The Frozen Continent2021 Semester Two (1215)
A general introduction to Antarctica and its environs including the Southern Ocean and the sub-Antarctic islands. Emphasis will be placed on the evolution of Antarctica and how resident plants, animals and micro-organisms have adapted to cope with the extreme environment. Specific topics to be addressed include: the history of Antarctic exploration and its impact on the development of Antarctic science, Antarctic ecosystems, Antarctica as a wilderness region, and the impact of humans including the exploitation of resources and the effects of pollution. This course is suitable for students with both science and non-science backgrounds.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 100G
: Antarctica: The Frozen Continent2021 Semester Two (1215)
A general introduction to Antarctica and its environs including the Southern Ocean and the sub-Antarctic islands. Emphasis will be placed on the evolution of Antarctica and how resident plants, animals and micro-organisms have adapted to cope with the extreme environment. Specific topics to be addressed include: the history of Antarctic exploration and its impact on the development of Antarctic science, Antarctic ecosystems, Antarctica as a wilderness region, and the impact of humans including the exploitation of resources and the effects of pollution. This course is suitable for students with both science and non-science backgrounds.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 101
: Life! Origins and Mechanisms2021 Semester Two (1215)
Questions what life is and explores its machinery. Speculates on how life arose from the flow and capture of solar energy, to power growth, movement, replication and storage of genetic information. Describes how genes interact with environments, and how mutations can be catastrophic or transformational. These processes underpin life as we know it.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 106
: Foundations of Biochemistry2021 Semester Two (1215)
An introduction to the core elements of biochemistry, investigating biological processes at the chemical and molecular level. Key themes include the molecular structure of proteins, enzyme kinetics, biochemical energetics, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, nutrition, cell signalling, vision and aspects of plant biochemistry including world food production. These themes provide a framework for discussion of mechanisms underpinning human disease including diabetes and obesity, antibiotic resistance, drug development and plant medicinals.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 107
: Biology for Biomedical Science: Cellular Processes2021 Semester One (1213)
The cellular basis of mammalian form and function. Particular emphasis will be placed on cellular components and processes of blood, neural, muscular, reproductive, immune and supporting systems and how they contribute to the structure and function of the body as a whole.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 108
: Biodiversity: Patterns of Life2021 Semester One (1213)
Knowledge of biodiversity is fundamental to understanding our world. Students will become familiar with biological diversity and whakapapa beginning with viruses and leading through to microbes, plants, fungi and animals. Defining characteristics of major organismal groupings will be highlighted so as to provide students with an overview of the diversity of life on Earth, and the critical role that maintaining biodiversity has for kaitiakitanga and the future.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 109
: Ecology and Evolution: The Continuum of Life2021 Semester One (1213)
Life is hard, thus responding to variation in biotic and abiotic variables is crucial for survival at all levels of biological hierarchy. Ko ahau te taiao, ko te taiao, ko ahau (I am the land, and the land is me) – the ecosystem defines quality of life. Develops an understanding of the evolutionary mechanisms through which life has evolved to cope with change over time, and the ecological mechanisms that determine the distribution and abundance of organisms today; how populations and communities adapted to change in the past, how they respond to environmental challenges today, and how they are likely to respond to change in the future as the climate changes.
Restriction: BIOSCI 104
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BIOSCI 201
: Cellular and Molecular Biology2021 Semester One (1213)
The fundamental processes of the cell are examined to understand how cells reproduce and use information stored within the genome, express proteins for specific functions, and function within larger tissues. Specific modules examine stem cells, tissues and cellular development, cancer progression and the biology of tumours and the basis of immunity.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101, and 15 points from BIOSCI 106-109, MEDSCI 142, and 15 points from CHEM 110, 120, 150
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BIOSCI 202
: Genetics2021 Semester Two (1215)
The basic principles of mutation, recombination and genetic mapping are established in this course. These principles are developed in a variety of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Laboratory work uses molecular, microbial and eukaryotic material to explore the key features of heredity.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101 and 15 points from BIOSCI 106-109
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BIOSCI 203
: Biochemistry2021 Semester Two (1215)
Presents core areas of modern biochemistry. Emphasis is on macromolecular structure and function. Areas covered include protein structure, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport in humans and other species, metabolism in mammals, proteases and human disease, cholesterol metabolism and transport and signal transduction.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101, 106 and 15 points from CHEM 110, 120
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BIOSCI 204
: Principles of Microbiology2021 Semester One (1213)
An introduction to the diversity, physiology and functions of microorganisms (prokaryotes, eukaryotes, viruses) as individuals and as communities. The fundamental roles of microorganisms in ecosystems, health and disease are considered alongside methods for their isolation and study. Microbial applications in biotechnology, food production, agriculture and industry are also discussed.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101 and 15 points from BIOSCI 106-109
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BIOSCI 205
: Plant, Cell and Environment2021 Semester Two (1215)
Unlike animals, plants cannot move to respond to changes in their environment. Plants have evolved diverse signaling systems and the ability to grow towards their essential resources. Explores the intricate ways plants function, how they are able to respond to developmental and environmental signals at the whole plant and cellular level.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101, 108
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BIOSCI 206
: Principles of Ecology2021 Semester One (1213)
An examination of ecosystem processes, factors that affect distribution and interactions of organisms, population ecology, and applications of ecology such as restoration and conservation. The key principles of ecology are taught in a New Zealand context emphasising an experimental approach.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 108, 109 and STATS 101
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BIOSCI 207
: Adaptive Form and Function2021 Semester Two (1215)
Biological adaptations of animals, including behaviour, morphology, physiology and life history. Topics covered include how animals navigate, physiological adaptations, behavioural ecology, animal reproduction and anti-predator defences.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 108, and BIOSCI 101 or 109
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BIOSCI 208
: Invertebrate Diversity2021 Semester One (1213)
Invertebrates make up over 95 percent of animal species. This course explores the biology of invertebrates with an emphasis on structure, function, life histories, behaviour and ecology. Invertebrate diversity is examined in a variety of environments, using New Zealand examples where possible, and provides the basis for advanced courses in conservation and marine ecology.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 108, and BIOSCI 101 or 109
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BIOSCI 210
: Evolution and the Biological Origin of Life2021 Semester Two (1215)
Covers basic concepts in evolutionary biology including Darwin and the theory of evolution by natural selection, phylogenetics, population genetics, molecular evolution, speciation and extinction. The extent to which Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection can explain the origins of biological complexity is explored.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109, and 15 points from BIOSCI 101-108
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BIOSCI 220
: Quantitative Biology2021 Semester Two (1215)
Almost every biological discipline will require computational and analytical skills beyond using point-and-click software to enable the processing of biological data into biological information. Students will learn fundamentals of experimental design, data management, and data visualisation. Additionally, students will gain the skills required to critically analyse and interpret biological experiments, understanding how statistics can be both used and misused in the scientific literature. Recommended preparation: STATS 101
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101, and 30 points from BIOSCI 106-109
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BIOSCI 220
: Quantitative Biology2021 Semester One (1213)
Almost every biological discipline will require computational and analytical skills beyond using point-and-click software to enable the processing of biological data into biological information. Students will learn fundamentals of experimental design, data management, and data visualisation. Additionally, students will gain the skills required to critically analyse and interpret biological experiments, understanding how statistics can be both used and misused in the scientific literature. Recommended preparation: STATS 101
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 101, and 30 points from BIOSCI 106-109