This
is a college level laboratory centered course that deals in depth with such
topics as the Cell, Photosynthesis, Respriation, DNA, Taxonomy of Plants and
Animals, Genetics and Evolution as well as others. Students are expected to
take the Advanced Placement exam for possible college credit.
This
course will focus on preparing students for the AP exam in biology in hopes
of gaining college credit. Students will participate in class discussions and
lectures, case studies, and laboratory work. Students will also outline and
go over content from the text as homework and complete practice exams in order
to prepare for the exam at the end of the year. Students will be given two credits
for the completion of this course.