The course includes an in-depth study of general biological principles presented in Biology I. Major emphasis is placed on the latest theories and concepts dealing with molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular processes, genetics, and bioethics. Other topics include plant and animal taxonomy, ecology, and evolution. Laboratory experience is heavily emphasized and is designed to familiarize the student with some of the most recent techniques and processes currently used in scientific research. This course requires a two hour lab one evening per week. Chemistry includes the study of the structure, composition and behavior of matter, as well as factors that affect the interaction of matter.
Laboratory investigations enhance the emphasis of process skills and laboratory safety.
Students may apply chemical knowledge to problem solving, classifying matter, quantifying chemicals, and predicting chemical phenomena. Students use decision making and critical thinking to propose possible solutions in the study of issues concerning science and technology. Content includes the study of atomic structure and bonding, states of matter, reactions, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics, and thermodynamics, and quantitative analysis. Emphasis is on laboratory experience. This course requires a two hour lab one evening per week.