Grade 12 Biology

Sbi 4u1 Or (Sbi 4ue) Gr. 12 University Or Enriched Biology

Revised: 2001 08

Title: Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation

Credit Value: Onelevel: University

Guideline Title: Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation

Min. Guideline: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 11 And 12 – Science

Text: Nelson

Description: This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with biological systems. Students will study their and conduct investigations in the ares of metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, evolution and population dynamics. Emphasis will be placed on achievement of the detailed knowledge and refined skills needed for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields.

Core Units:

  1. Metabolic Processes

  2. Molecular Genetics

  3. Homeostasis

  4. Evolution

  5. Population Dynamics

Prerequisite: Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation, I.e. Sbi 3u1 (Sch 3u1 Strongly Recommended) 

Idp 4u1 Grade 12 University Biology (Offered Based On Enrolment)

Title: Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation

Credit Value: One

Level: University

Guideline Title: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 11 & 12 – Science

Min. Guideline: Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation

Description: The grade 12 interdisciplinary Biotechnology course is designed around three goals. These are to understand the theory and foundation of biotechnology, to learn and carry out biotechnological methods of research and to evaluate the societal impacts of these new technologies. The course has both theoretical and experimental components. There is a small lab fee.

Core Units:

  1. Biotechnology: Theory and Foundation

  2. Biotechnology: Processes and Methods of Research

  3. Biotechnology: Implementation, Evaluation, Impacts, and Consequences

Prerequisites: Biology, Grade 11, University Preparation (SBI 3U1) and Chemistry, Grade 11, University Preparation (SCH 3U1)CO-REQUISITES: Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation (SBI 4U1) and Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation (SCH 4U1) – completed or concurrent