Biology 12

Biology 12

Course Number – 5300

Prerequisite – Biology 11 or Biology 11 Honours.  It is recommended that students taking this course be registered in or have completed Chemistry 11.

Text – Inquiry Into Life (Mader)

Course Description

Biology 12 is an overview of human anatomy and physiology from the molecular level to the organ system level.  The first part of the course focuses on cell structure and function and requires a solid understanding of chemistry.  The second part covers basic human anatomy and physiology.  The underlying theme of the course is homeostasis – the maintenance of a steady state within an organism.

Students are evaluated on regular homework assignments, laboratory activities as well as quizzes and tests. Quizzes and tests count for a greater proportion of the overall mark.
Students with a strong personal interest in Biology as well as strong work and study habits will do well in the Biology courses.  All Biology 12 students will write an in class final exam which counts for 10% of their final mark.Biology courses are challenging so students must be prepared to spend considerable time working outside of class. Students should expect to spend 30 – 60 minutes previewing, reviewing, studying and completing homework assignments for each scheduled class. It is easy to fall behind in either of these courses so regular attendance is a requirement as well as regular studying.

Prescribed Learning Outcomes

Processes of Science
A1 demonstrate safe and correct technique for a variety of laboratory procedures
A2 design an experiment using the scientific method
A3 interpret data from a variety of text and visual sources
Cell Biology
Cell Structure
B1 analyse the functional inter-relationships of cell structures
Cell Compounds and Biological Molecules
B2 describe the characteristics of water and its role in biological systems
B3 describe the role of acids, bases, and buffers in biological systems in the human body
B4 analyse the structure and function of biological molecules in living systems, including
–carbohydrates
–lipids
–proteins
–nucleic acids
DNA Replication
B5 describe DNA replication
B6 describe recombinant DNA
Protein Synthesis
B7 demonstrate an understanding of the process of protein synthesis
B8 explain how mutations in DNA affect protein synthesis
Transport across Cell Membrane
B9 analyse the structure and function of the cell membrane
B10 explain why cells divide when they reach a particular surface area-to-volume ratio
Enzymes
B11 analyse the roles of enzymes in biochemical reactions
Human Biology

Digestive System
C1 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the digestive system
C2 describe the components, pH, and digestive actions of salivary, gastric, pancreatic, and intestinal
juices
Circulatory System
C3 describe the inter-relationships of the structures the heart
C4 analyse the relationship between heart rate and blood pressure
C5 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the vessels of the circulatory system
C6 describe the components of blood
C7 describe the inter-relationships of the structures of the lymphatic system
Respiratory System
C8 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the respiratory system
C9 analyse the processes of breathing
C10 analyse internal and external respiration
Nervous System
C11 analyse the transmission of nerve impulses
C12 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the divisions of the nervous system
Urinary System
C13 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the urinary system
Reproductive System
C14 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the male reproductive system
C15 analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the female reproductive system

 

(taken from http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/pdfs/sciences/2006biology1112.pdf)