Ms. Versteeg
BIOLOGY 12 COURSE OUTLINE
Welcome to Biology 12! This course includes material covering general
processes of science, cell biology, and human biology.
TEXTBOOK: INQUIRY INTO LIFE (10th edition), Sylvia Mader
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
1. Attend class regularly and be on time. Arriving late is disruptive and you
will miss important information given at the beginning of class.
2. Bring required materials to class. It is important that you bring your
textbook to every class. Also, don’t be that person who always has to
borrow a pen or a piece of paper. Come prepared and ready to learn.
3. Complete all assignments, homework, and projects on time. Late work will
not be accepted and missing assignments will require completion on Goal Day.
4. Prepare thoroughly for every test. If you know that you will be away for a
test or quiz, please inform Ms. Versteeg ahead of time. If an unexpected
illness or emergency arises, your parent/guardian must phone and personally
speak to Ms. Versteeg by 8:30am on the day of the quiz/test. There are no
re-tests.
EVALUATION:
Tests/Quizzes- 80%
Assignments - 20%
(Labs,projects,homework)
NOTE: This course includes dissections of preserved or fresh biological
specimens. If you would prefer to not participate in these activities, please
discuss your questions or concerns with Ms.Versteeg.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
A: PROCESSES OF SCIENCE
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Study of Life
Scientific Method
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
B: CELL BIOLOGY
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Basic Chemistry
Water
Acids/Bases
Biological Molecules
Cell Structure
Cell Membrane
Enzymes
DNA Replication
Protein Synthesis
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
2
2
2
2
3
4
6
25
25
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
12
13
15
16
17
21
C:HUMAN BIOLOGY
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Digestive System
Circulatory System
Respiratory System
Urinary System
Nervous System
Reproductive System