Department of Curriculum and
Instruction
FBISD Biology
At-a-Glance 2014 – 2015
Course Description:
Biology is the study of life. This course includes the study of the structures and functions of living
organisms, energy transformations, comparative survey of life processes, diversity of life, and the
interdependence of organisms and their environment. Investigations emphasize process skill
development and safe manipulation of laboratory apparatus and materials in the field and laboratory.
Pre-AP/GT Biology will include content and skill developed to prepare students to take Biology AP.
Grading Periods
Unit Name
Lab Safety and Scientific Process
Cell Processes
Grading Period 1
Structure and Function of Bio-molecules
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis
Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis
Grading Period 2
Cell Reproduction
Genetics and DNA Technology
Evolution
Grading Period 3
Classification – characteristics of kingdoms
Ecology
Processes in Plants
Grading Period 4
Processes in Animals
Infectious Diseases
Textbook:
Texas Biology
Copyright © 2015
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Vertical alignment: http://www.hcde-texas.org/docs/225-Vertical%20Alignment%206-12.pdf