Advanced Biology     

                                           

1 credit year, Grades 11-12

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How can the study of biology help us explore our physical selves and our natural world? How is biotechnology changing our world and lives?

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This laboratory based course is designed for students either interested in pursuing careers in the biological sciences or for those wanting to better understand the biological world and advancements in the field.  Advanced Biology is designed to be comparable to a 100 level college course in which students are expected to read an approved Advanced Placement Biology textbook. We will examine many of the same topics as those taught in an AP biology course and explore others which are not required by the College Board. Topics include cellular processes, microbiology, evolutionary mechanisms and comparative anatomy, animal behavior, and classic and molecular genetics with a focus on new developments in biotechnology. The pace of this course will be similar to that of AP Biology given the complexity and extensive content which students are expected to learn. Students who are very strong self-directed learners and want to commit time to preparing for the AP Biology Exam in May, are welcome to do so.Students enrolled in Advanced Biology must have already completed or be concurrently enrolled in Chemistry. College credit is available through the Running Start dual enrollment program.