Welcome to Biology at AAEC!
Biology is a laboratory course focusing on the following themes of Biology: the nature and history of science as a human endeavor, the chemistry of living things, cellular structure and function, energy systems of living things, cellular reproduction, heredity, evolution, and the interdependence of organisms. Biology provides an understanding of life and life processes. Students will investigate the nature of biology and the concepts and principles applicable to living things.
The goal of this course is to provide a basic introduction to biology with an emphasis on biochemistry and molecular cell biology, and to prepare students for college level biology.
Students in Biology will
Formulate predictions, questions, or hypotheses based on observation
Design and conduct controlled investigations
Evaluate experimental design, analyze data, and communicate results
Understand organization of living systems and the role of energy within systems
Understand the role of the cell and cellular processes
Understand the molecular basis of heredity and resulting genetic diversity
Understand scientific principles and processes involved in biological evolution
Analyze the relationships among various organisms and their environment
SEMESTER I
Introduction to Biology
The Scientific Method
Characteristics of Living Things
Lab Equipment, Procedures and Safety
Chemistry of Living Things
Cellular Structure and Function
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Cellular Reproduction
SEMESTER II
Meiosis
Mendelian Genetics
DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
Human Genetic Disorders and Biotechnology
Evolution
Interdependence of Living Things
Materials
Composition book – all work will be done here, so it is imperative that you have one and don’t lose it!
Loose leaf paper - used on occasion
Pocket folder – for keeping track of handouts or graded work
Pens and Pencils
Clear tape – ABSOLUTELY NO GLUE!
Scissors – for use at home
Highlighters, colored pencils, crayons – ABSOLUTELY NO MARKERS OR SHARPIES!
The goal of this course is to provide a basic introduction to biology with an emphasis on biochemistry and molecular cell biology, and to prepare students for college level biology.
Students in Biology will
Formulate predictions, questions, or hypotheses based on observation
Design and conduct controlled investigations
Evaluate experimental design, analyze data, and communicate results
Understand organization of living systems and the role of energy within systems
Understand the role of the cell and cellular processes
Understand the molecular basis of heredity and resulting genetic diversity
Understand scientific principles and processes involved in biological evolution
Analyze the relationships among various organisms and their environment
SEMESTER I
Introduction to Biology
The Scientific Method
Characteristics of Living Things
Lab Equipment, Procedures and Safety
Chemistry of Living Things
Cellular Structure and Function
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Cellular Reproduction
SEMESTER II
Meiosis
Mendelian Genetics
DNA, RNA and Protein Synthesis
Human Genetic Disorders and Biotechnology
Evolution
Interdependence of Living Things
Materials
Composition book – all work will be done here, so it is imperative that you have one and don’t lose it!
Loose leaf paper - used on occasion
Pocket folder – for keeping track of handouts or graded work
Pens and Pencils
Clear tape – ABSOLUTELY NO GLUE!
Scissors – for use at home
Highlighters, colored pencils, crayons – ABSOLUTELY NO MARKERS OR SHARPIES!