Course title

Biology II

Pre-requisite

Biology and a physical science

Course description

This course is designed for students who do not intend to pursue a science related degree in college. Biology II is designed to help students to understand

the practical application of biology. Students will be engaged in hands-on activities; projects; and labs; as well as participate in class discussions and

presentations. Students will investigate systems and history of classification including cladistics and phylogeny emphasizing a link between evolution and

classification. Topics will also include geologic time; plant and fungus anatomy and physiology. Infectious diseases (bacteria and viruses) will be studied

and this study will include an in-depth investigation of antibiotic resistance and vaccines. Students will also use dissection as a means to understand the

anatomy and physiology of the animal kingdom; with strong emphasis on human anatomy and physiology.

Grade Level 11–12

Entrance Requirements Successful completion of Biology and a physical science

Standards Meets graduation; AZCCRS; University and NCAA requirements

School Country

United States

School state

Arizona

School city

Phoenix

High school

Horizon CLC Honors High School

School Address

16233 S 48th St

School zip code

85048

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • LBIO
  • Biology

Approved date

Online / Virtual

No