BE PREPARED FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH AND SCIENCES
An essential foundation course for all people interested in human health, animal care and animal studies. The cell is the basic unit of life. Its knowledge is most essential to understand how life works for higher animals and plants. You will learn about cell structure, the cells chemical composition, organelles, DNA, Meiosis and Mitosis, membranes, protein structure function and synthesis, catalysis, cellular communication, transport, tissue formation and more.
Student Comment: "the course was better than I expected" "I am studying a Bachelor of Health Science next year at university. I gained far more knowledge from this course than I expected." J.McEwan
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Enrol and commence studying anytime
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Work at your own pace and focus on things of greater interest to you.
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Great tutors , highly qualified, and with years of experience stand ready to support you every step of the way
Lesson Structure
There are 10 lessons in this course:
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Introduction to Cells and Their Structure
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Cell Chemistry
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DNA, Chromosomes and Genes
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Cell Division: Meiosis and Mitosis
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Cell Membranes
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Protein Structure and Function
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Protein Synthesis
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Food, Energy, Catalysis and Biosynthesis
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Intracellular Compartments, Transport and Cell Communication
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The Cell Cycle and Tissue Formation
Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading.
Aims
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Review basic cell structure and discuss the scope and nature of cell biology.
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Describe the chemical components and processes of cells.
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Describe the storage of genetic information within cells and how this information is passed on to the next generation.
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Describe key concepts in molecular biology.
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Discuss membrane structure and transport across cell membranes.
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Discuss protein structure and function.
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Describe and discuss protein synthesis.
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Describe the significant processes involved in transfer and storage of energy in a cell.
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Describe the significant processes that occur in cell communication and intracellular transport.
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Describe the life cycle of cells and how they combine to create different types of tissues.
Flexible Study with ACS Distance Education
ACS Distance Education is unique. We allow you to choose how you study, where you study, what you study, how much you study, and when you study.
- Work fast or slow –you choose the intensity of study
- Start, pause or restart according to changing demands of work, family or lifestyle.
- Study this course by itself; or combine with others for a qualification
- Mix and match modules so you only study what you want or need to learn -We allow you to construct your own “tailor made” certificates or diplomas
- Options in assignments allow you to focus on things with greater interest to you.
- Study electronically (online or using a CD); or using printed notes.
- Use (or don’t use) supplementary services for extra learning want –unlimited access to tutors, an online student room, social media, bookstore, etc
- Orientation video and student Manual at the start of your course will provide a clear guide to how you can study and get all sorts of support no matter where you live
