Validation and Integration of the NCBTS-BASED TOS for LET

Legenda International Hotel, Subic, Olongapo City

February 9-11, 2009
SPECIALIZATION: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
NCBTS
Domain
Number
4 (4.1-4.7)

SUBJECT

1. Biological Science 1 Plant

and Animal Biology (5)

2. Earth and Environmental

Science (4)*
4 (4.1-4.7)

3. Biological Science 2 (5)

COMPETENCY

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1.1 Explain the basic principles of classification

in biology
1.2 Analyze the relationships among levels of
classification
1.3 Cite the contributions of major taxonomists
1.4 Classify the major taxonomic groups
(monerans, protists, fungi, plants and animals
1.5 Analyze a dichotomous key based on
structure and function
1.6 Identify the basic needs of plants and
animals for growth and development
1.7 Determine beneficial/harmful plants and
animals
2.1 c/o General Education Group

3.1 Describe the basic processes to maintain

homeostasis (i. e., autotrophic nutrition,
heterotrophic nutrition, transport of materials,
respiration, excretion, regulation and

4 (4.1-4.7)

4. Inorganic Chem4 (4.14.7)istry (5)

4 (4.1-4.7)

5. Cell Biology (3)

locomotion)
3.2 Explain the basic steps in the acquisition and
release of energy in living organisms
3.3 Compare the processes of asexual and
sexual reproduction in terms of methods and
results
3.4 Cite physical/behavioral adaptations of
selected organisms
3.5 Explain the principle: There is unity in
diversity.
3.6 Explain the principle: There is
complimentarity between structure and
function.
4.1 Describe the structure and function of the
following: atoms, ions, and elements; molecules
and compounds; and chemical bonds
4.2 Interpret chemical notation
4.3 Interpret the periodic table
4.4 Explain chemical bonding and molecular
structure
4.5 Describe the characteristics of solids,
liquids, and gases
4.6 Cite examples of mixtures
5.1 Describe evidences in the development of
Cell Theory
5.2 Differentiate prokaryotic from eukaryotic
cell
5.3 Compare the structure and function of a
plant and an animal cell

4 (4.1-4.7)

6. Ecology (5)

4 (4.1-4.7)

7. Organic Chemistry (5)

4 (4.1-4.7)

8. Microbiology (5)

5.4 Explain the processes of transporting

materials into and out of cells
5.5 Describe the basic processes in mitosis and
the result of its malfunction
5.6 Describe the basic processes in meiosis
6.1 Identify natural and managed ecosystems
6.2 Describe an ecosystem as a community
interacting with the physical factors of the
environment
6.3 Explain the interdependence of organisms
with each other and their environment
6.4 Describe some changes caused by energy
relationships in the ecosystem
6.5 Explain the concept of the niche
6.6 Trace the flow of energy and matter through
the ecosystem
6.7 Describe biomes
6.8 Describe the evolution of ecosystems
6.9 Describe the effects of natural disturbances
on ecosystems
7.1 Describe the characteristics of carbon and
water
7.2 Correlate structure with properties of organic
compounds
7.3 Describe basic reactions of carbon
compounds
8.1 Describe the characteristics of bacteria,
protists and viruses
8.2 Classify bacteria, protists and viruses

4 (4.1-4.7)

4 (4.1-4.7)

9. Genetics /Evolution (4)

10. Biochemistry (5)

8.3 Cite the beneficial/harmful effects of

microorganisms to humans, other organisms,
and the environment
9.1 Explain the major points of Mendels
experiments
9.2 Describe the role of chromosomes in
heredity
9.3 Describe the effects of dominance and
recessiveness in heredity
9.4 Solve basic problems: sex-linked
characteristics, incomplete dominance, codominance, and phylogenic inheritance
9.5 Explain the role of environment in
inheritance
9.6 Describe the nature, expression, and
regulation of gene action
9.6 Identify some genetic disorders (e. g., Down
syndrome, Alzheimers disease, , color
blindness, cleft palate)
9.7 Identify the causes of mutations (radiation,
chemicals, inherited disposition, bacteria,
viruses)
9.8 Cite contributions of genetics in the fields of
medicine and agriculture
4 (4.1-4.7)9.9 Explain the mechanisms of
evolution
10.1 Describe the structure and functions of the
following:
lipids

4 (4.1-4.7)

11. Anatomy and Physiology

(4)

12. Physics for Health Sciences

carbohydrates
proteins
amino acids
nucleic acids
10.2 Describe their basic reactions
11.1 Describe the levels of organization of
bodies of organisms
11.2 Describe the parts and functions of the
following systems:
Skeletal, muscular and integumentary
Digestive
Respiratory and excretory
Circulatory
Lymphatic and immune
Nervous
Endocrine
Reproductive
11.3 Cite instances when body systems work
together
11.4 Describe the common diseases
11.5 Describe how to maintain ones health
(proper hygiene, regular exercise and balanced
diet)
11.6 Describe how to make an
infusion/decoction/poultice using common
medicinal plants

10

1 (3)**
4 (4.1-4.7)

4 (4.1-4.7)

4 (4.1-4.7)

13. Biotechniques (3)

13.1 Determine the appropriate materials

needed to teach some concepts in biology
13.2 Determine the appropriate steps in making
and using biological specimens (e. g., fixed
slides)
13.3 Identify improvised/alternative materials
and equipment for basic biotechniques
14. Statistics for Biology (3)
14.1 Analyze tabulated data and graphs
14. 2 Determine the appropriate graphical
presentation of collected data
14.3 Determine the appropriate statistical tool in
biological studies:
frequency counts
ratio and proportion
probability (chi square)
measures of central tendency and
dispersion
comparison of means (t-test and ANOVA)
correlation and regression
14.3 Interpret statistical results
15. Physics for Health Sciences 15.1 Analyze energy transformation and transfer
2 (4)**
that occur in a system in terms of Law of
Conservation of Energy
15.2 Characterize how heat is transferred in
solids, liquids and gases by conduction,
convection and radiation
15.3 Apply thermodynamic principles in

4 (4.1-4.7)

16. History and Philosophy of

Science (3)

4 (4.1-4.7)

17. Analytical Chemistry (5)***

Total 64 Units****

environmental phenomena (e. g., food chains,

food webs)
16.1 Point out the major advances in science
which had beneficial/harmful impacts on
humans and the environment
16.2 Trace the development of scientific
knowledge
16.3 Explain how social and cultural factors
influence the nature and growth of scientific
knowledge

100

*Recommended for General Education

** Course description does not fit the title of the course; should be Fundamentals of Physics
***Not recommended for BSE Biological Sciences
15 units of chemistry are enough to explain the physiological processes of living organisms and
systems: Inorganic Chemistry,
Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry
Competencies for this subject have been integrated in the 3 chemistry subjects.
****From 71 units to 67 units because Earth and Environmental Education was transferred to General
Education

Consolidated by:

Lourdes Naig- Morano

West Visayas State University, Iloilo City
lulumorano@yahoo.com
CPN: 0927-4458986
Maria Corazon Cabiles-Natao
Notre Dame University, Cotabato City
corazon_natano@yahoo.com
CPN: 0920-4239661/0916-4580240
Marina E. Balce
University of the Philippines NISMED
marina.balce@up.edu.ph
CPN: 0917-8985792