Biological Photography and Imaging 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LIFE2018 | Life Sciences | 2 | 10 | Spring UK |
- Code
- LIFE2018
- School
- Life Sciences
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
There is a limited number of places on this module. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without notice.This is a techniques module, biological photography application being the core component. During the practical sessions students will demonstrate practical competence in the techniques of biological image production and manipulation, including the ability to generate biological images of the highest technical quality and scientific value. Students will gain an understanding of how biological imaging helps the professional biologist. Evaluate critically the scientific 'content' and 'value' of any biological image or series of images. Assess how different lighting conditions can modify the final image produced and so enhance the nature of the biological information being communicated.
Target Students
Available for students in Life Sciences or Veterinary Medicine and Science or Geography or Physics & Astronomy or Biosciences or Chemistry or Computer Science or Mathematical Science or Pharmacy or Psychology or Classics and Archaeology or Architecture and Built Environment or Cultural, Media and Visual Studies.
Classes
This module may be delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and labs etc
Assessment
- 100% Project 1
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To enable students to acquire skills and techniques in Biological Photography and Imaging, and apply this knowledge to the development of scientific visualisation of biological concepts. To emphasise the importance of the medium and communication of digital imaging as a research tool for biologists. The module is practically based to encourage teamwork and communication skills to produce high quality biological imaging and application. We will provide training and sufficient resources to enable you (the student) to acquire the following skills: 1. Professional level transferable skills in the subject area of Biological Photography and Imaging. 2. To foster an atmosphere of creative learning through experience and discussion. 3. Enable students to use different lighting conditions in order to modify and enhance the photographic image in order to communicate the significance of the biological information required.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
A1. the relationship between the life and environmental sciences and other disciplines and forms of knowledge (t,l,p,a)
Intellectual skills
the ability to:
B1. critically analyse and interpret published information and data (l)
B2. think independently while giving due weight to the arguments of others (l,p,a)
B3. understand complex ideas and relate them to specific problems or questions (t,p,a)
B4. acquire substantial quantities of information systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions (t,l,p,a)
B5. make and record accurate observations and measurements (l,p)
Practical skills
the ability to:
C3. write and construct scientific documents (e.g. papers, reports, posters etc) using appropriate styles, conventions, and terminology (t,l,p)
C4. work safely in the laboratory and the field and to assess related safety issues (t,l,p,a)
C6. undertake practical experimental work using appropriate equipment and instruments (t,l,p,a)
Transferable/key skills
the ability to:
D1. work productively with others (t,l,p,a)
D2. communicate effectively in writing (l,p,a)
D4. organise and manage your working time, schedule tasks, and meet deadlines (t,l,p,a)
D5. use and access information and communication technology (l,p)
D6. reflect upon and assess your own progress, strengths and weaknesses (l,p,a)