S.2 Biology, Term 3
Transport in Animals
What you will learn
S.2 · Biology · Term 3
Transport in Animals
Competency
The learner appreciates that animals have special systems for the efficient transport of materials around their bodies, and understand the principles of how these systems operate.
| No. | The learner should | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Understand the principle of the surface area to volume ratio Skills | Skills |
| 2 | Know the need for a transport system, and identify the components involved in the transport system in mammals Knowledge | Knowledge |
| 3 | Describe the structure of the heart and how it functions UnderstandingSkills | UnderstandingSkills |
| 4 | Understand how structure of blood vessels are related to their function by comparing arteries, veins and capillaries UnderstandingSkills | UnderstandingSkills |
| 5 | Identify the major functions of blood, and relate the functions to the components of blood UnderstandingSkills | UnderstandingSkills |
| 6 | Understand the causes and prevention of diseases associated with the heart (high blood pressure, coronary heart disease and stroke) UnderstandingValues & attitudes | UnderstandingValues & attitudes |
| 7 | Understand the importance of knowledge of blood groups for blood transfusion KnowledgeUnderstanding | KnowledgeUnderstanding |
| 8 | Appreciate the role of blood in the defence of the human body Understanding | Understanding |
| 9 | Know how immunity is weakened by various infections including HIV j) understand the process of the formation of lymph and its flow around the body k) appreciate the function of the lymphatic system in maintaining a healthy body KnowledgeUnderstanding | KnowledgeUnderstanding |
What do the labels mean?
Each learning outcome is tagged with what it builds: Knowledge (facts you can recall), Understanding (explaining why), Skills (things you can do), Values & attitudes, and Generic skills such as communication and critical thinking.
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