Physics is recommended. This biology course is designed for the student in the academic curriculum who intends to enroll in college. This course provides an in-depth study of molecular or cellular biology, organism and population biology. Students who excel in this course may participate in Advanced Placement Biology or Biology II in their junior or senior year. The purpose of this course is to present an intensive study of biology so that the significant life process in plants and animals are better understood.
Areas given emphasis include evolution, genetics, photosynthesis, and respiration.
Some topics in human physiology and anatomy are also covered. A constant reference to chemistry is made throughout the year. A variety of lab experiments are performed. This course has two primary objectives. The first is to give the student sufficient background to be successful in college chemistry.