Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Evolution and Mammalian Biology
School	School of Bioscience
Department	School of Biosciences
Module Code	03 39437
Module Lead	Jim Reynolds
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-20 hours Practical Classes and workshops-3 hours Guided independent study-77 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	This first year module provides a broad introduction to evolution and whole animal biology. The module introduces evolution by exploring the history of evolutionary thinking that led to our modern understanding of evolutionary processes such as natural selection, gene flow and speciation. We consider the behaviour and biology of mammalian taxa, with a focus on human evolution. Students are shown how such knowledge can be applied through practical sessions that develop skills in observation, illustration, and the handling and simple analysis of data generated in class.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the Module, students should be able to: Understand the development and current impact of evolutionary thought and demonstrate a working knowledge of the mechanism of natural selection. Define `species’ and `selection’, and interpret adaptations in terms of increased fitness and environment. Relate the functional morphology and physiology of mammals, including humans, to their wider biology. Understand the methods by which the behaviour of animals is studied, recorded and interpreted.
Assessment	39437-01 : Coursework : Coursework (50%) 39437-02 : Examination : Exam (Centrally timetabled) - Computer based (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment Exam (50%) Assessed practical lab report (50%) Method of Reassessment Supplementary examination capped at 40% covering all module learning outcomes.
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