320 - Living Environment 1

Grades: 9
Duration: 1 Year
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: None

This course is the first half of a two-year Living Environment course meeting the individual needs of the students. It begins with an introduction to biology and an overview of scientific equipment, materials and processes. Additional units include the cell parts/ functions, diffusion/osmosis, experimental design, use of microscopes, biochemistry, ecology and the human body. Within each unit, specific laboratory exercises are completed to help students understand the concepts. One of the mandated NYS laboratory exercises is presented in this course. A local final is given in June. To take the final, a student must complete a minimum number of lab requirements (minimum of 15 hours along with a written laboratory report).