General Information
This subject will introduce students to the role of cell communication, cell division, the extracellular matrix and the arrangement of cells in organ systems and cellular differentiation. Students will learn about the structure and function of the cell, the difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, and the role of cellular organelles, compartmentation and membranes in cellular function. In addition, they will be introduced to the role of major macromolecules within cells, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. The subject will provide the necessary foundational knowledge for further subjects in the area of cellular and molecular biology and physiology.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Subject code: BCDP02-051 Subject title: Cell Biology Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: January 2025 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Forum: x12 (Total hours: 24) - Forum
- Tutorial: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Tutorial
- Science Lab: x6 (Total hours: 18) - Science Lab
- Group Learning: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Group Learning
- Prescribed Revision: x12 (Total hours: 12) - Prescribed Revision
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 42) - Recommended Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: Attendance at all tutorials and practical laboratory sessions is expected. Attendance in tutorials and labs will be recorded and monitored. Students who are unable to attend due to illness must provide a valid medical certificate. This subject is designed to integrate forums (2 hours per week), tutorials (1 hour per week), group learning (1 hour per week) and practical laboratory sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one and it is difficult to recover if you miss a session. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Alberts, B., Heald, R., Hopkin, K., Johnson, A., Morgan, D., Roberts, K., & Walter, P. (2023). Essential cell biology. 6th ed., W.W. Norton & Company.
- Hardin, J., Bertoni, G., & Kleinsmith, L. J. (2022). Becker's world of the cell. 10th ed., Pearson.
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine |
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| Subject code: | BCDP02-051 |
| Subject title: | Cell Biology |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2025 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Attendance at all tutorials and practical laboratory sessions is expected. Attendance in tutorials and labs will be recorded and monitored. Students who are unable to attend due to illness must provide a valid medical certificate. This subject is designed to integrate forums (2 hours per week), tutorials (1 hour per week), group learning (1 hour per week) and practical laboratory sessions. Most sessions build on the work of the previous one and it is difficult to recover if you miss a session. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Describe the structure and explain the function of cell organelles and membrane function of both prokaryote and eukaryote cells.
- Describe the different types of cellular communication and their importance in human health.
- Provide a comprehensive overview of the role of cellular metabolism and cellular organelles involved.
- Explain the different roles and functions of cellular organelles and macromolecules.
- Explain and describe cellular communication and the cellular development process.
- Demonstrate high level communication skills, both written and orally.
- Search current scientific literature and present information concisely and accurately to peers.
- Demonstrate laboratory and analytical skills in the area of cell biology and competently be able to work in a group, and share information in tutorials.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Computer-Aided Examination (Closed) Online iLearn exam MCQ and SAQ 50.00% Final Examination Period 1,2,3,4,5,6 Computer-aided Test (Closed) Mid-semester online iLearn MCQ and SAQ Test. 20.00% Week 8 1,4,5 Paper-based Test (Closed) Lab Skills assessment 10.00% Week 12 8 Laboratory Report Lab Report 20.00% Ongoing 6,7,8 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
50% overall As part of an Academic Recovery initiative for this subject, students at risk of not passing may be offered additional assessment. To qualify, students must have made a robust attempt at all assessment items, have demonstrated satisfactory attendance, and be in good academic standing (not guilty of a level 2 or higher breach of Academic Integrity in the subject).
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Computer-Aided Examination (Closed) | Online iLearn exam MCQ and SAQ | 50.00% | Final Examination Period | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| Computer-aided Test (Closed) | Mid-semester online iLearn MCQ and SAQ Test. | 20.00% | Week 8 | 1,4,5 |
| Paper-based Test (Closed) | Lab Skills assessment | 10.00% | Week 12 | 8 |
| Laboratory Report | Lab Report | 20.00% | Ongoing | 6,7,8 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Pass requirement
50% overall As part of an Academic Recovery initiative for this subject, students at risk of not passing may be offered additional assessment. To qualify, students must have made a robust attempt at all assessment items, have demonstrated satisfactory attendance, and be in good academic standing (not guilty of a level 2 or higher breach of Academic Integrity in the subject).
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Introduction to Cells
Prokaryotic & eukaryotic cells, cell structures and organelles.
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Cellular macromolecules
Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids in cells.
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Protein Structure & Function
Amino acids, levels of protein structure, and protein functions.
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From DNA to proteins
Transcription & translation.
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The cytoskeleton
Microfilaments, microtubules and intermediate filaments and their roles in cells.
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Biomembranes
Composition and functions of cell membranes, including membrane transport mechanisms.
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Intracellular compartments and protein transport
Protein importation into cell organelles, endo- and exocytosis.
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How cells obtain energy
Cellular respiration, glycolysis, Krebs cycle and electron transport chain.
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Cell Communication
Modes and mechanisms of cellular communication.
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Cell signalling
Mechanisms of cell signalling, cell surface receptors, intracellular pathways.
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Chromosomes, cell cycle, cell division
Structure of chromosome, phases of cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis, gametogenesis.
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Cell cycle control, cancer and death
Cell cycle control, mutations, apoptosis.