Biology & Sustainable Agriculture CP

(Bio & Sus Ag CP - Course #43061)

OPEN TO GRADES:  10

CREDIT: 5 - Science credits per sem.

PREREQUISITE:  AFNR, or approval from Agriculture Teacher

A-G Pathway:  D - Science

OTHER INFO:  A one-year required course. Meets KHSD graduation requirements.

Meets CSU/UC A-G entrance requirements.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Sustainable Agriculture Biology is a one-year laboratory-based course that satisfies Area D in the UC A-G requirements for Life Science, as well as Career Technical Education. This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop their skills in scientific investigation through inquiry-based learning activities. It is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the characteristics and functions of living organisms including plants, animals and humans. Topics covered in this course include but are not limited to: Scientific Investigation, Laboratory Safety, Cell Structure and Functions, Macromolecules, DNA/RNA, Mitosis and Meiosis, Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration, Heredity, Physiology (both animal and human), Reproduction (asexual and sexual), the Transfer and Movement of Energy, Evolution, and Careers in Agricultural Biology. Students will explore these topics through activities and discussion about the processes as they relate to human and agricultural biology. Students will have the opportunity to build their leadership skills through public speaking, resume and cover letter building, leadership position opportunities, conferences and conventions that highlight leadership, along with opportunities to go on field trips to colleges and agriculture industry companies through their involvement with the FFA Organization. Students enrolled in this course will be required to participate in FFA activities and a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) project.