Courses that fulfill the biology and physical science requirement are noted in their descriptions, below. This course includes a study of structures, functions, and causes and cures of dysfunctions of the major systems of the human body. Career opportunities in medicine related fields are examined. The first semester covers cell specialization, the skeletal, muscular, integumentary, and nervous systems, the sense organs, and food chemistry. Semester two topics include the digestive, respiratory, circulatory, excretory, endocrine, and reproductive systems, and heredity.
Dissection is required.
This course emphasizes the study of living things through laboratory experiences and investigative techniques. Biology includes the topics of ecology, cytology, reproduction, genetics, scientific evolution, and taxonomy. Attention is given to pertinent social issues and career opportunities related to the biological sciences. A.P. Biology is an elective course for students with a special interest in and high motivation for an in-depth study of the biological sciences. For all topics, the emphasis is on laboratory investigation.