1. Grade 11 College Level Biology Welcome to SBI3C

2. SBI 3C First & only biology course at the Senior College Level Mandatory prerequisite for many science programs at the College level

3. Units of Study Unit 1: Cellular Biology Use of a microscope Cell structure & function Basic Chemistry (nutrients) Cell transport systems Photosynthesis/ Cellular respiration Unit 2: Microbiology Taxonomy of the 5 kingdoms Overview of microorganisms  viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa Uses of microorganisms in biotechnology

4. Units of Study Unit 3: Genetics Mitosis & meiosis Mendelian genetics Heredity Genetic disorders Advances in genetic engineering Unit 4: Anatomy of Mammals Human digestive, respiratory & circulatory systems Factors & disorders affecting these systems Dissection of a fetal pig

5. Units of Study Unit 5: Plants in the Natural Environment Structure & physiology of plants Photosynthesis Plant reproduction Factors that affect plant growth Roles of plants in ecosystems

6. Student Expectations 1. Attendance Students are responsible for any missed work or assignments Students must be prepared to take any missed test or quiz upon their return to school * 2. Homework Could be assigned daily (time to work in class) Formal lab reports following lab activities  specific due dates can be found at: www.Kerrbrookfield.wikispaces.com

7. 3. Materials 1” Binder with paper, pen, pencil and textbook is expected to be at every class. 4. Classroom New material is presented orally & through notes Students are encouraged to keep an accurate record of class notes & participate orally in class Notebooks will be checked regularly Student Expectations

8. 5. WASHROOM AND WATER Please wait to leave the classroom until the lesson is over. Hall pass must be taken and returned every time you leave the class.

9. Student Expectations 6. CELL PHONES NO CELL PHONES FOR ANY REASON - we have a clock on the wall : ) 1 st time (I will take it for the class) 2 nd time (I will take it for the day) 3 rd time (I will bring it to the office)

10. Student Expectations 7. FOOD AND DRINKS This is a science lab… - Only a sealed water bottle is acceptable! - Only at your desk, not at lab benches!

11. major tests lab reports assignments quizzes TERM MARK 70% Evaluation SUMMATIVE MARK 30% 10% Summative: Independent Study 20% Exam

12. www.KerrBrookfield.wikispaces.com Very easy to use!