Biology                                  Honors

(320) All year                       6 Credits

Open to all grades with recommendation of Department.

This course is designed for the student who has demonstrated high academic achievement and is interested in the biological sciences. The emphasis in this course is on the following topics: The study of Evolution and Genetics, an introduction to cell biology, plant and animal reproduction, diversity, complementary of structure and function and the biological basis of behavior.

Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:

·         demonstrate the ability to design and solve problems of a biological nature in both individual and group settings

·         apply knowledge of biological concepts to make informed decisions about health and environmental issues

·         draw conclusions from analysis of biological systems

·         communicate their thoughts via formal laboratory write-ups

Biology                                  College Prep

(321) All year                       6 Credits

This course is designed to provide the student with a diverse background in biological science. Laboratory experience with major biological phenomena is designed to support an understanding of the important concepts, principles, and theories of modern biology. Emphasis will be placed on the following topics: characteristics of living things, chemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, botany and ecology.

  Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:

·         understand the characteristics of living organisms and how things interact

·         make intelligent decisions regarding issues in the community and environment

·         demonstrate a proficiency in the application of the scientific method

·         demonstrate proper usage of scientific equipment

·         obtain and evaluate the validity of scientific information through currently available resources