Biology    1 credit

Prerequisite: Science 8

The course emphasizes the scientific method, interrelationships in the living world, diversity and similarity in structure and function among organisms, genetic continuity and the evolutionary development of life.  The laboratory work is planned with the stated objectives in mind and includes some dissection.  Students are required to write up laboratory activities.  Students are expected to mature enough to handle the laboratory equipment safely and to conduct themselves during laboratory activities in a manner conducive to a good learning atmosphere. Nightly reading and/or homework are expected for success in this class.