Biology

BIO 101/BIO 102

Description

Biology 101 focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part one of a two-course sequence.

Biology 102 focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part two of a two-course sequence. One must have completed part one (Biology 101) before taking part two (Biology 102).

Prerequisites

Biology I, BIO 101: High School Biology and High School Chemistry
Biology II, BIO 102: BIO 101

Additional requirement for dual enrollment option:
Students may be required to have a passing score on a portion of the Virginia Placement Test (VPT), OR one SAT score of 500 or greater OR one ACT score of 21 or greater.


Semesters Offered & Schedule Format

Fall Semester
Block Schedule
Biology 101

Spring Semester
Block Schedule
Biology 102

Class/Instruction Format

Synchronous (i.e., real time instructor led)

VCCS Designation and College Credit

Course Code

Instructor

Ms. Julie Reaser
email: jreaser@hgs.k12.va.us
Ms. Julie Reaser's Faculty Page

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