Tanchuling College
Computer Oriented High School
Legazpi City

Syllabus in Biology

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Second year high school Biology is designed to provide students with scientific skills and an understanding of themes central to the study of Biology. Students will have opportunities to develop skills in investigational techniques, critical awareness, analysis and technology as well as learn relevant Biological content. The course is demanding and is focused more on practical applications of Biology in the real world. Students are expected to design and carry out regular independent investigations as well as apply biological concepts to answer difficult real world problems.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Students graduating this class will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of….
• Cellular Biology
• Genetics, DNA, inheritance, mutations and Genetic modification.
• Microbiology and it’s use in industry and medicine
• Concepts of Evolution
• Organ Systems within the human body including the circulatory system and the digestive system.
• Plant Structure and Function
• Ecology
Students will also be able to….
• focus and plan by making testable predictions and designing fair tests.
• research, gather, process and interpret information and report in a well-reasoned, concise and appropriate manner.
• be able to show appreciation of the importance of biological Science for the many decisions individuals and communities have to make.
• develop a critical awareness of scientific processes and their link within technology and daily life.
ACHIEVEMENT
To achieve these aims and attain success in this course you should….
• Always learn to the best of your ability and NEVER accept second best for yourself.
• make yourself aware of the current biological issues by reading newspapers, magazines and gathering information from television, etc. increase your understanding of biological concepts by reading books, attending all classes and completing all assigned tasks.
• Above all, set up a goal percentage mark for yourself and try to achieve this in all tests and assignments.
• To help you achieve this, your teacher will…..
• use a variety of teaching methods and practical techniques to help you understand concepts b and persevere until he is satisfied that you have learned to the best of your ability.
• give clear instructions and deadlines for all work (with examples or models where appropriate).
• mark and return your work promptly.
• run extra tutorials out of class time for those who want to extend themselves, catch-up or improve.
• help you with all of the resources available in the department.
• take you out for field trips or visits if they assist or can
enhance your learning.
TEXTBOOKS/RESOURCES
• Ramos, et al. Exploring life through Science: Biology. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House Inc.,2006
• Biology Concepts & Connections. 4th Ed.
Campbell, N., Reece, J., Mitchell, L., Taylor, M
Benjamin Cummings. 2003
• Companion Activities CD for Concepts and Connections
SUPPLIES
Students will need the following:
• Pencil, eraser and sharpener, black or dark blue pens for notes and highlighters
• Calculator may be used for graph work and data analysis
TEACHING METHODS
Several teaching methods will be adapted in this course: cooperative learning, lecture, group interaction, individual tutorials, conferencing, personal assessment, peer assessment, etc. Students are expected to listen, take notes from class lectures, read assigned materials, complete homework assignments, quizzes, test, and lab projects.
EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
This course will be assessed throughout the year with a range of authentic assessments including assignments, evaluations, research projects, investigations and end of topic tests. The grade weighting is as follows:
Tests 40%
Quizzes 15%
Presentation 10%
Projects 10%
Participation 25%
Total: 100%
CLASS PROCEDURES
• • Respect for self, others and property; safety and common sense are paramount in the Science classroom.
• Questions are encouraged!
• Participation is encouraged in class discussions and activities
• TCOHS has a no eating or drinking policy, with the exception of clear bottles containing drinking water. This is especially the case in a Science room.
• A no talking policy is expected during lecture and reading times. Excessive and loud talking is prohibited during course work time.
• Leave the classroom as you found it upon entering. All paper around your desk should be picked up and placed in the trash. Take all items with you and put away all materials used during class.
• Additional Classroom Procedures:
• On your own time, take care of all business with coaches, nurses, counselors, and administrative staff. Only those with prearranged passes are allowed to leave the classroom.
• Tardiness is always noted and excessive tardiness will be dealt with. Excessive lateness will require the student to attend an after school discussion with me, followed by parental involvement and School intervention.
ASSIGNMENTS AND HOMEWORK
• • Late work will be accepted and marked, but students will not be graded. For excused absences (as noted by doctor’s or parents), students will be graded, but work is expected the day of return. Communication before rather than after a planned absence is the expected norm.
• Major assignments or essays will be accepted late. However, one day late will receive a 75 (maximum) two days late will receive a 70 (maximum); third day late will result in a zero for the assignment.
• Make-up work for extended illnesses, or extenuating circumstances, will be discussed with the teacher on an individual basis.
• Missed tests, exams, and quizzes must be made up. Failure to MAKE up these grades will result in a ZERO for the missed grade. It is up to the student to make time to do this.
• Conference/make-up days must be discussed and arranged with the teacher.
• Homework assignments are always due at the beginning of class.
PLAGIARISM POLICY
Plagiarism or borrowing someone else’s work and submitting it as your own is a serious offense with serious consequences (subject to disciplinary guidelines found in the Student Code of Conduct). Downloading from the Internet and using it without appropriate documentation is considered plagiarism and will result in a ZERO for the assignment and possible dismissal from the subject. I expect your work on all assignments other than those clearly defined as group work to be yours alone. Any violations of this policy will create a number of administrative hardships for you, as described below. A more intangible but no less important problem you face if you cheat is the damage you do to your own dignity and reputation.
Overview (Order and coverage of topics)
I. The living science
1. Biology: Defined
2. Why study biology
3. Biology as a science
4. Characteristics of life
5. Biologists and their contributions
6. Careers in biology
7. Modern biological tools and techniques
II. Taxonomy and classification
1. the need to name and classify
2. The binomial system of naming organisms
3. The system of classification
4. Taxonomy and evolution
5. Bird’s eye view of the living world
III. Evolution
1. Evolution: change overtime
2. How does evolution occur?
3. Darwin’s Natural selection
4. Pieces of evidence that evolution occurs in nature
5. Modern theory of evolution
6. The development of new species
7. Evolution of man
IV. Ecology
1. Ecology: Defined
2. Layers of ecological organization
3. Ecosystem and its components
4. Flow of energy in an ecosystem
5. Interrelationships in an ecosystem
6. Development of an ecosystem
7. Biogeochemical Cycles
8. Natural and man-made Ecosystems
9. Threats to the ecosystem
10. Saving our ecosystem
V. The Biomolecules
1. Elements of life
2. Inorganic compounds
VI. Cells
1. The cell story
2. The cell theory
3. The structure and organization of cell
4. Prokaryotes and eukaryotes
5. Animal and plant cells
6. Cells vary in structures and functions
VII. The cell and its surroundings
1. How cells work
2. Transport of molecules across cell membranes
3. Size matters in cells
VIII. Histology
1. Animals are organized
2. Tissue form Organs and organ systems
3. Plant organs have tissues
IX. Body coverings and protection
1. Animals integumentary system
2. Human covering
3. Plant covering
X. Bodily framework
1. The animals bodily framework
2. Human Body protector
3. Growth in plants
XI. Movement and locomotion
1. Animal Movement
2. Human muscular system
3. Plant movement
XII. Nutrition
1. The need for food
2. Nutrients in food
3. Diet and health
4. Metabolism and Energy
5. Acquisition of energy
6. Nutrition in animals
7. Nutrition in plants
XIII. transport Systems
1. Why do we need a transport system?
2. Animal circulatory system
3. Human circulatory system
4. Body circulations
5. Transport in plants
XIV. Respiration
1. Animal respiration
2. The human respiratory system
3. Respiration in plans
XV. Excretion
1. Animal Excretion
2. The human excretory system
3. How plants excrete wastes
XVI. Body control and regulations
1. Animal body control and responses
2. The human nervous system
3. Animal body regulation
4. Plant response in the environment
XVII. Reproduction and Development
1. Cell growth and development
2. Reproduction in Lower life forms
3. Reproduction in Animals
XVIII. Genetics
1. Genetics and heredity
2. Mendel’s garden peas
3. Mendel’s law of inheritance
4. The physical basis of heredity
5. The chemical basis of heredity
6. Modification in Mendelian Pattern of inheritance
7. Sex determination and Sex-related inheritance
8. Mutation
9. Jumping genes
10. Pedigree analysis
11. Karyotyping
XIX. Biotechnology: Biology in action
1. Biotechnology on everyday living
2. Genetic engineering
3. Monocional antibody technology
4. Biotechnology: Its in your food
5. Monitoring your body with microchips
6. Biopesticides and biofertilizers
7. Bioremediation
8. The human genome project
9. Transgenic animals
10. Stem cell technology




Prepared by:
Ryan Bañaria
Instructor