5 Periods

5 Credits

Prerequisites: Open to grade 9 students with an A- or better grade 8 science and a B- or better in Algebra 1 Honors (grade 8)

The course and laboratory component are designed to provide a survey of biological principles for students who are interested in the subject and have demonstrated high motivation. Students will explore various topics that include: The Chemistry of Life, Structure and Function of Cells, Genetics, Human Anatomy and Physiology, evolution and Biodiversity and Ecology. The ability to work in dependently and deal with abstract concepts is expected.