Cell Biology is a major theme. This includes cell structure, homeostasis, photosynthesis, respiration, and the role of DNA in protein manufacture and cell division. Biology I ends with an extensive unit in Mendelian genetics. Biology I Biology II continues with genetics and how to apply in our life. This leads into a unit on Darwinian evolutionary theory and speciation.
Microbiology is studied including topics on viruses, bacteria, and protozoa.
The year ends with a study of the lower invertebrates. This includes their classification, structures, functions and ecological importance. Time permitting, a unit on paleontology is studied. This course concentrates on the structures, functions and ecological importance of the higher invertebrates and vertebrates. Biology III includes much lab work including extensive dissections.