Natural/Physical Science Course Outline

CP Biology Course Outline

Biology is the study of life. Because you are a living thing, this course is all about you and how you fit into the living planet of Earth. This course is also a Keystone course. There will be a state assessed Keystone Exam at the end of this course. You must score “proficient” or “advanced” on this test.

We will cover 10 units in this course this semester.

Biology A: Cells and Cell Processes

Unit 1: The Chemical Basis of Life Unit 2: Basic Biological Principles Unit 3: Bioenergenics Unit 4: Homeostasis and Transport Unit 5: Cell Growth and Reproduction

Biology B: Continuity and Unity of Life

Unit 6: Molecular Genetics Unit 7: Patterns of Inheritance Unit 8: Biotechnology Unit 9: Theory of Evolution Unit 10: Ecology