Young Biologist | September 2024

Course curriculum

1. WELCOME
2. YB CERTIFICATE CATEGORIES
3. YOUNG BIOLOGIST CAMP
4. PRE-EVALUATION
5. YOUNG BIOLOGIST BEACH CLEANUP PROJECT
1. 1. GENERAL INFORMATION
2. 2. ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF ALL VOLUNTEERS
3. 3. VOLUNTEER TRAINING
4. 4. BENEFITS & INCENTIVES PROVIDED FOR ALL ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS
5. 5. STAFF RESPONSIBLE FOR VOLUNTEERS
6. 6. VOLUNTEER BILL OF RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
7. 7. ATTENDANCE POLICY
8. 8. DRESS AND APPEARANCE POLICY
9. 9. SEPARATION POLICY
10. 10. VOLUNTEERS’ ROOM
11. 11. VOLCOM
12. 12. CHANNELS OF COMMUNICATION
13. 13. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
14. 14. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
1. South Africa’s coast is influenced by two major currents
2. Two Oceans of South Africa and its diversity
3. Differences between the three main coastal regions
4. A. Kwa-zulu Natal Province – East coast: Marine life is diverse and colourful
5. B. Agulhas province- South Coast: The intermediate region
6. C. Namaqua Province – West Coast: Vast numbers, but few species
7. How the South African climate and hence vegetation is affected by the ocean currents
1. Tides
2. Abiotic and biotic factors
3. Intertidal Zonation
1. Why is classification important?
2. Creating order in a living world
3. Scientific Names
1. Key concepts:
2. Introduction
1. Uses of Green Algae
2. Green Algae
1. Examples of Brown Algae
2. Brown Algae: Kelp
3. Kelp Forest Structure and foodwebs
4. Uses of Brown Algae
1. Red Algae
2. Uses of Red Algae
3. Cooking and Eating seaweed
1. Key concepts
2. Meaning of biological terms
1. Phylum: Porifera
1. Key characteristics
2. Cnidaria classes
3. Sea Anemones
4. Coral
5. Coral bleaching
6. Jellyfish
7. Hydroids
8. Bluebottles
1. Flatworms
2. Flatworm moving
1. Peanut worms
2. Peanut worm under a microscope
1. Characteristics
2. Class Polychaeta
3. Free Living worms
4. Sedentary Worms
1. Characteristics
2. BRINE SHRIMP (Artemia salina)
3. Class: Picnogonida : Sea spiders
4. Subphylum: Crustacea
5. Class Cirripedia: Barnacles
6. Isopods and Amphipods
7. Hermit Crabs
8. Crabs
9. Rock Lobsters
1. Characteristics
2. Mollusca Classes
3. Class Polyplacophora : Chitons
4. Class Bivalva
5. Class Gastropod : Slugs and snails
6. Winkles
7. Limpets
8. Abalone, perlemoen and ear shells
9. Whelks
10. Cowries
11. Slugs and snails ( Nudibranchs =naked +gills)
12. Class Cephalopoda
13. Octopus
14. Cuttlefish
15. Paper Nautilus (Argonauta argo)
1. Characteristics
2. Echinoderm classes
3. Class: Asteroidea - Starfish or Seastars
4. Class: Ophiuroidea - Brittlestar
5. Class Echinoidea- Sea Urchin
6. Class: Holothuroidea - Sea cucumber
7. Class: Crinoidea - featherstars
1. Subphylum: Urochordata
2. Ascidacea - Sea squirts( tunicates)
1. Key Concepts
2. Introduction
3. What is a fish?
4. Jawless Fish
5. Cartilaginous fish
6. Bony Fish
1. Post-Evaluation

About this course

Free
102 lessons
0 hours of video content

Instructor(s)

FET Teacher Whitney Samuels-Hoffmeister

As an aquarium educator, I bring a unique passion for FET education to the forefront. My academic journey began with a focused exploration of Oceanography during my undergraduate studies, paving the way for a master’s degree in marine science with a specialized focus on Ecotoxicology. My love for continual learning is not only a personal commitment but a driving force behind my dedication to sharing profound insights about our oceans. Through my role as an aquarium teacher, I strive to inspire and inform, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate ecosystems that make our marine environments so fascinating. Whether it's unveiling the wonders of marine life or delving into the complexities of the ocean, I am passionate about empowering others with knowledge and fostering a sense of responsibility towards the well-being of our oceans.

Head of Core Education Programmes Chanelle Naidoo

I am a teacher at the Two Oceans Aquarium Education Foundation. I studied environmental and geographical science and sociology in my undergrad, and Geography in my postgrad. I totally love learning and love sharing all the weird and wonderful things about our beautiful natural world.

Deputy Head of Ocean Campus Bianca Engel

Bianca has been working at the Two Oceans Aquarium and its Foundation since 1 April 1998 - just recently, she celebrated her 25th year! Before her employment, she volunteered at the Aquarium for three years. During her spell at the Aquarium, Bianca has worked within most areas of the education department. Initially, she started in the I&J Children's Play Centre, doing puppet shows and crafts with visitors. Bianca possesses a degree in Zoology and a teaching diploma. Her role at the Aquarium's Foundation allows her to put these qualifications to good use every day!