Western Australia

Year Eleven

Continuity of the Human Species

Cell Structure and Metabolism

Reproduction

• Explain that cells carry out the life sustaining processes of cellular respiration, synthesis and growth.
• Explain how the structures of tissues, cells and cellular organelles are related to the functions they perform.
• Describe the role of DNA, enzymes and ATP in cellular metabolism.
• Discuss the nature, types and causes of cancer, preventative measures and treatments.

• Relate the structure of reproductive cells and organ systems to the functions they perform.
• Explain how decisions relating to sexual behaviour, the control of pregnancy and treatment of infertility involve consideration of relevant physiological, social and moral factors.
• Explain how genetic and environmental factors influence all aspects of human development and senescence.

Year Twelve

Control of the body

Human Populations

Prevention and control of infection

Genetics and mechanisms of evolution

• Explain that cells carry out the life sustaining processes of respiration, synthesis and growth.
• Discuss the variables which need to be maintained within narrow limits for continued efficient functioning of cells and tissues.
• Describe the specific and non-specific mechanisms by which the body is protected from infection.
• Describe the common causes of infectious diseases, mechanisms of transmission and preventative measures.
• Discuss the ethical issues associated with the use of new medical technologies.

• Describe the interaction between genetic and environmental factors that determine the phenotype of an individual.
• Discuss the ways in which genotype affects phenotype for both monogenic and polygenic traits.
• Describe the factors that threaten the quality of the environment and the quality of life.