AP Biology

It is recommended that students take chemistry as a prerequisite or concurrently with AP Biology.

AP Biology is equivalent to an introductory college level biology course and students can earn up to 8 college credits, depending on the college.  It places a large emphasis on reading and interpreting technical text as well as developing laboratory and analysis skills. Major topics included in the course of study are biochemistry, cellular structure and function, energy transformations, cell division, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, evolution, plant and animal physiology and ecology. This is a very rigorous course and will require a substantial amount of work outside of class; therefore; students are expected to possess independent study skills and a diligent work ethic.  Upon successful completion of the course students will be prepared to take the Advanced Placement Biology Exam.  The class meets five class periods and two laboratory sections per week.