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Form 5 Human Biology

By - Secondary Human Biology Tutor
0 students
16 Hours 40 Min
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Course Requirements

Students enrolling in Form 5 Human Biology are expected to have successfully completed Form 4 or an equivalent level of study, with foundational knowledge in Biology and General Science. They should have an interest in the human body, health, and life processes.

Students should also demonstrate:

Basic observation and analytical skills
Ability to understand scientific concepts and diagrams
Willingness to participate in laboratory and practical activities
Access to notebooks, writing materials, and basic scientific tools when required
Access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer for digital learning (if applicable)

Regular attendance, active participation in class discussions and practical work, and timely completion of assignments are essential for success.

Course Description

The Form 5 Human Biology course is designed to provide students with a solid understanding of the structure, functions, and processes of the human body. The course explores how different body systems work together to maintain life, health, and wellbeing.

Students will study topics such as cells and tissues, nutrition, digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, reproduction, the nervous system, hormones, immunity, and disease prevention. The course also emphasizes personal health, hygiene, nutrition, and the importance of healthy lifestyles.

Through laboratory experiments, observations, diagrams, and practical activities, students will develop scientific inquiry, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The course encourages learners to apply biological knowledge to real-life health and environmental issues.

Course Outcomes

Upon completion of the Form 5 Human Biology course, students will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the structure and functions of the human body and its major systems. They will be able to explain important biological processes such as digestion, respiration, circulation, reproduction, and immunity.

Students will develop practical skills in observation, experimentation, data interpretation, and scientific reasoning. They will also understand the importance of nutrition, hygiene, disease prevention, and healthy living in maintaining human wellbeing.

In addition, learners will be prepared for advanced studies in biology, medicine, nursing, public health, environmental science, and related fields, while developing critical thinking and responsible decision-making skills.

Course Curriculum

1 chapters
36 lectures
0 quizzes
16 Hours 40 Min total length

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1 Comparing mitosis and meiosis

2 Min

2 Non- specific Immunity.

2 Min

3 Specific Immunity.

2 Min

4 Differences between vaccines and antisera.

2 Min

5 First aid- definition, its necessity, components of a first aid box.

2 Min

6 When and how to administer first aid against snake bites, dog bites, scorpion stings, bees stings, epilepsy, convulsions, stroke, fractures, sprains, nose bleeding, cuts and electrocutions.

2 Min

7 Notion of chromosomes, haploid and diploid cells and types of nuclear division

2 Min

8 Mitosis and significance.

2 Min

9 Meiosis and significance.

2 Min

10 Notion of Immunity and types

2 Min

11 Need for reproduction; structure of male and female reproductive organs.

2 Min

12 Male and female gametes- structure and comparison.

2 Min

13 Puberty.

2 Min

14 Menstrual cycle and hormonal control.

2 Min

15 Sexual intercourse, fertilization and implantation.

2 Min

16 Gestation pregnancy- signs and symptoms of pregnancy; common problems of pregnancy.

2 Min

17 Functions of the placenta.

2 Min

18 Preparation for child birth.

2 Min

19 Round worms- examples, and life cycles

2 Min

20 Reproduction and effects of viruses.

2 Min

21 Some viral diseases.

2 Min

22 Bacteria- structure, structural types and effects

2 Min

23 Reproduction and growth.

2 Min

24 Bacterial diseases.

2 Min

25 Characteristics and diseases of protozoa.

2 Min

26 Characteristics and diseases of fungi.

2 Min

27 Effects of fungi

2 Min

28 Characteristics and structure

2 Min

29 Diseases and control.

2 Min

30 Flat worms. Examples, life cycles and adaptations.

2 Min

31 Concept of disease- Definition of some terminologies.

2 Min

32 Air, water and food borne diseases

2 Min

33 STIs, hereditary and metabolic diseases.

2 Min

34 Notion of vectors

2 Min

35 Examples of vector- borne diseases.

2 Min

36 Prevention of disease spread Public health inspectors.

2 Min

Instructor

Secondary Human Biology Tutor

Our Form 5 Human Biology tutor plays a pivotal role in helping students understand the structure and functions of the human body, as well as the relationships between body systems, health, nutrition, and overall human wellbeing.

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