INTRODUCTION TO SBI 4U

Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation

This course provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the concepts and processes associated with biological systems. Students study theory and conduct investigations in various units of study. 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.

Strand 1Evolution

Strand 2Metabolic Processes

Strand 3Molecular Genetics

Strand 4Homeostasis

Strand 5Population Dynamics

ABSENCES/MISSED WORK

We tend to cover a great deal of material each day, and so regular attendance plays a critical role in your success in this course. You should be aware of the following when you are absent:

  1. Labs: Arrangements must be made to make up missed labs (within a reasonable time period). This will usually occur during your lunch period. In the case where this is not possible, you may be asked to complete an equivalent assignment. Failure to make up missed work will result in a DNMR or a mark of zero (0). In addition, failure to validate an absence (for whatever reason) for a day in which a lab was missed or due will also result in a mark of zero (0) or DNMR.
  2. Tests/Quizzes: The student will write any missed test or quiz on the first day back from an absence, at lunchtime or after school – if convenient to the teacher. Invalid absences, absences the student didn’t bother to validate, or “questionable” absences will result in a student receiving a mark of zero (0) or a DNMR.
  3. Class: Upon return, the student should contact their lab partner or an equivalent, and then see the teacher to collect handouts and/or instructions. Missed work is the student’s responsibility.

Please see the teacher if you know you is going to be away for some reason. Arrangements can then be made to compensate for missed labs, tests/quizzes, and class work.

EVALUATION

  • Laboratory investigations and reports, tests, quizzes, assignments, and presentations will be elements used to evaluate individual students and groups of students.
  • A series of formative assessments will be used throughout the semester in conjunction with multiple summative evaluations for each strand.
  • For each strand, a student will earn a level between 1 and 4 if all the requirements of that strand are satisfied. Failure to meet requirements will result in a DNMR – remediation or final summative work will provide the student an opportunity to meet requirements.
  • The levels for each strand determine the students term mark (70% of the final grade).
  • Year-end evaluations (Final exam) will compose the remaining 30% of the student’s grade.