Course ID:  204001
YR
Course Name: Biology
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): Science 8 or Science 8 Honors

What's Next: Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) or Chemistry

Biology is the study of the structure, growth, and function of the life systems. Topics covered in this course will include cell structures & functions, cell cycle and differentiation, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution, plant and animal systems, energy, and ecosystems.Student investigations emphasize asking questions and identifying problems, gathering and analyzing data, developing and communicating conclusions, and making informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. All Biology students will conduct research to learn the aspects of the scientific research process.

Course ID:  204031
YR
Course Name: Biology Honors
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10

Required Prerequisite(s): Science 8 or Science 8 Honors

What's Next: Chemistry or Chemistry Honors

Biology is the study of the structure, growth, and function of the life systems. Biology Honors is an accelerated course designed for students who have demonstrated an ability and interest in science beyond what is offered in the regular Biology course. Topics covered in this course will include cell structures & functions, cell cycle and differentiation, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution, plant and animal systems, energy, and ecosystems.Student investigations emphasize asking questions and identifying problems, gathering and analyzing data, developing and communicating conclusions, and making informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. While all Biology students will conduct research, independent science research is a requirement of Biology Honors.

Course ID:  204331
YR
Course Name: OnRamps Biology
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): Biology and Chemistry

What's Next: AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Environmental Science

Molecular and cellular biology is the focus of this introductory college-level Biology course that explores the structure and function of biomolecules, the flow of energy through living systems via photosynthesis and cellular respiration, and how genetic information is transmitted both between and within cells. OnRamps dual enrollment courses meet for one class period five days a week, and students have the option at the conclusion of the course to accept or decline college credit from UT AustinThis course has an enrollment fee due during the fall semester and consists of assessments graded by a UT professor. College credit granted for BIOL 1306 + BIOL 1106 for a total of 4 hours of credit (3 lecture + 1 lab).

Course ID:  204151
YR
Course Name: AP Biology (1 AP Biology; 1 Advanced Biology Lab)
Credit: 2
Grade Placement: 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): Biology and Chemistry

What's Next: NONE

AP Biology is a second year, two–hour course designed to be the equivalent of an introductory college–level course. AP Biology is the study of general biological principles. Eight major units of study include: Chemistry of Life, Cell Structure and Function, Cellular Energetics, Cell Communication and the Cell Cycle, Heredity, Gene Expression and Regulation, Natural Selection, and Ecology.Relationships and applications of concepts within and among the various units are explored. Laboratory investigations are an integral part of the course. This course prepares students for the Biology Advanced Placement exam.

Course ID:  204011
YR
Course Name: Biology GM
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): ARD Placement, Science 8

What's Next: Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) or Chemistry

Biology is the study of the structure, growth, and function of the life systems. Topics covered in this course will include cell structures & functions, cell cycle and differentiation, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution, plant and animal systems, energy, and ecosystems.Student investigations emphasize asking questions and identifying problems, gathering and analyzing data, developing and communicating conclusions, and making informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. All Biology students will conduct research to learn the aspects of the scientific research process.

Course ID:  204021
YR
Course Name: Biology RM
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): ARD Placement, Science 8

What's Next: Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) or Chemistry

Biology is the study of the structure, growth, and function of the life systems. Topics covered in this course will include cell structures & functions, cell cycle and differentiation, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution, plant and animal systems, energy, and ecosystems.Student investigations emphasize asking questions and identifying problems, gathering and analyzing data, developing and communicating conclusions, and making informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. All Biology students will conduct research to learn the aspects of the scientific research process.Student will receive specially designed instruction based on modified content of the TEKS.

Course ID:  200381
YR
Course Name: Biology ALT
Credit: 1
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12

Required Prerequisite(s): ARD Placement, Science 8

What's Next: Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) or Chemistry

Biology is the study of the structure, growth, and function of the life systems. Topics covered in this course will include cell structures & functions, cell cycle and differentiation, mechanisms of genetics, biological evolution, plant and animal systems, energy, and ecosystems.Student investigations emphasize asking questions and identifying problems, gathering and analyzing data, developing and communicating conclusions, and making informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. All Biology students will conduct research to learn the aspects of the scientific research process. Students access the curriculum through prerequisite skills and assessed through STAAR-ALT.