Cougar Biology

Teachers: Ms. Bambule Mr. Kulbartz Mr. Long Ms. Mezger Mr. Villaflor Mr. Vladika

Biology Class Links

Honors Biology Class Links

Biology

Course Description

Grade Open to:9              Semester: 1,2                            Credit: 1.0      Text: Biology, Prentice Hall
Prerequisite/Grade Recommendation: Placement only / Transfer students arriving without a biology course
Fees:  None

Course goals:  To help students develop a conceptual framework for biology and an appreciation of science as a process.  This course will also advance students’ understanding of scientific and technological principles in today’s society.

Course Description:   Biology is the study of life.  This laboratory course is year long and designed for students with a variety of skill and ability levels.  It examines the following topics in depth: scientific methodology, cells, human body systems, genetics, biodiversity, populations, and ecosystems.  This course is intended for students with average and ability in math and language skills.  Both semesters will include weekly laboratory experiences and problem solving using the scientific method.

Activities include: Laboratory investigations, selected textbook readings and worksheets, supplemental newspaper and magazine articles, and student projects.

Grading Scale

            Homework -- 30%

            Labs           -- 25%

            Test/Quiz    -- 25%

            Final           -- 20%

Freshman Honors Biology

Course Description

Grade Open to:9              Semester: 1,2                            Credit: 1.0      Text: Biology, Dynamics of Life 
Prerequisite/Grade Recommendation:  Placement only
Fees:  None

Course goals:  To help students develop a conceptual framework for biology and an appreciation of science as a process.  This course will also advance students’ understanding of scientific and technological principles in today’s society.

Course Description:   Honors Biology is designed for students who have excellent reading, comprehension, and study skills.  The pace in the course is rapid, and critical thinking is stressed.  Students are expected to maintain a grade of “B” or better throughout the year.  This is a lab-oriented class.  Major topics include: biochemistry, cellular biology, molecular and Mendelian genetics, biodiversity, evolution, and ecology.

Activities include: Laboratory investigations, selected textbook readings and worksheets, supplemental newspaper and magazine articles, and student projects.

Grading Scale

            Homework -- 30%

            Labs           -- 25%

            Test/Quiz    -- 25%

            Final           -- 20%