Topics covered includes ecology, characteristics of living things, scientific method, nutrition, cell biology, DNA and protein synthesis, genetics, evolution, the five kingdom system, and anatomy and physiology of mammals. This course is not intended for the college bound student. Freshman who take this course often follow by taking Applied Physics and Applied Chemistry in the sophomore year in order to meet graduation requirements. Topics include ecology, scientific method, characteristics of life, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, DNA and protein synthesis, genetics, evolution, classification, and a survey of the five kingdoms. The course consists of intensive review and an in-depth study of areas that were introduced in Biology 12.
Attention is given to the application of chemical principles as related to living systems.
A detailed dissection and study of the fetal pig will be offered as a comparative anatomy study. The course is designed for juniors and seniors who received an A or B in Biology 1-2 or those who have instructor approval. A study of the forms of matter, reactions, and the mathematical concepts that both mass and energy interactions demonstrate. The course is not recommended for any student who has not completed geometry 1-2. Course content includes atomic and electronic structures, equation processes, stoichiometric relationships, and an emphasis is placed upon relating the chemical concepts to practical applications.