Fundamentals of Biology

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Equivalent to FETAC: Level 4 | Equivalent to QCF (UK): Level 3

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Improve your understanding of biology

By Publisher: XSIQ | Factsheet

Introduction to Biology is a free introductory course on the science of the living world. These lessons teach learners of all ages about organisms, cells, nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals) and the process of digestion. This free online course is an ideal study-aid and complement to classes for second level students and is valuable to parents who wish to help their children with their studies.

Modules in Fundamentals of Biology

Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this course you will have a good understanding of the characteristics of living things. You will learn about Hooke's Microscope and magnification. You will gain a good knowledge of animal and plant cells and understand cell membrane, cytoplasm, cell wall and much more. This course will teach you the characteristics of the five kingdoms. You will learn about diffent types of nutrients including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and more. This course will demonstrate to you the role of the digestive system, helping you understand the different processes involved when the body digests food.

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Comments & Reviews

  • Evans Osuka Mudoga - Kenya

    2013-01-10 11:01:28

    Course Module: Biology
    Course Topic: Characteristics of the five kingdoms
    Comment: The characteristics of the five kingdoms have not been included in the course.But generally the course is good.Evans Osuka

  • Toyosi Adeitan - Nigeria

    2012-12-26 15:12:31

    Course Module: Assessment
    Course Topic: Biology Foundation Assessment
    Comment: LIKE DIS COURSE

  • Jacob Davies - United Kingdom

    2012-10-23 10:10:03

    Course Module: Biology
    Course Topic: Field of view
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  • Bryan Bishman - United States of America

    2012-08-28 23:08:21

    Course Module: Biology
    Course Topic: Activity 9, the digestive system
    Comment: I have done several lessons and its states that I have not done them. Then I retry it and it still states I have not done them !!! Also the crossword puzzle wont view itself even after sevral tries. Very frustrating...

  • Cheryl Perry - United States of America

    2012-08-24 05:08:01

    Course Module: Biology
    Course Topic: Multicellular organisms
    Comment: My comment was an error. Please delete it...Thx