One Semester (Block): One Credit

Degree of Difficulty: Regular

Prerequisite: None

Homework: Average

This course is designed to introduce students to the study of living organisms. This course includes microscopic and dissection work. Material covered includes a brief introduction to chemistry and biochemistry, and a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the cell, Photosynthesis and cellular respiration, cellular reproduction, genetics and evolution are also studied. Weekly laboratory assignments include the writing of formal laboratory reports. This course is designed to prepare the student for entrance into college level biology or AP Biology.