Biologi Umum

 

Module title SBEP1009 General Biology
Semester(s) 1st Semester
Person responsible Devi Syafrianti, S.Pd., M.Si
Language Indonesian, English
Relation to curriculum Compulsory module in General Biology. This course provides a comprehensive overview of biological principles from molecular to ecosystem levels. It supports PLOs (CPL-1, CPL-5) by developing scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, and interdisciplinary understanding aligned with ASIIN standards.
Teaching methods Discussion, contextual learning
Workload 3 x 45 hours per semester, comprising:
✔ 100 minutes lecture and discussion per week
✔ 120 minutes structured tasks per week
✔ 120 minutes independent learning per week
Credit points 3 SKS = 5.01 ECTS (135 hours)
Prerequisites –
Module objectives ✔ Understand origin of life, evolution, and cell structure
✔ Analyze organism organization, cell division, and tissues
✔ Identify ecosystems and biological processes such as photosynthesis and respiration
Content This course studies scientific methodology and fundamental biological concepts from molecules to ecosystems.

Course topics:
➢ Biology as a science
➢ Cell concepts
➢ Organism organization
➢ Chemical composition of organisms
➢ Functions and activities of organisms
➢ Reproduction
➢ Principles of inheritance
➢ Evolution
➢ Biodiversity
➢ Ecology
Exams and assessment formats Written examination (quizzes, task, and exam)
Assessment ✔ Quiz: 15%

✔ Task: 39%

✔ Midterm Exam: 21%

✔ Final Exam: 20%
Recommended Literature 1. Sumiasih, N. N., & Budiani, N. N. (2016). Biologi dasar dan biologi perkembangan. Pusdik SDM Kesehatan. (Main Reference)
2. Krishna, V. S. (2007). Bioethics and biosafety in biotechnology. New Age International. (Fundamental Book)
3. Urry, L. A., Cain, M. L., Wasserman, S. A., Minorsky, P. V., & Orr, R. B. (2020). Campbell biology (12th ed.). Pearson.
Date of Amendment August 12, 2024