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Putnam High School Honors Biology Mr. Hull [email protected] 860-963-6905 ext. 3134 – Room 34 Goals: Upon completion of this course students will be able to show an understanding of the change of living things through time, diversity of type and unity of pattern in living things, the genetic continuity of life, interrelationships between biochemical functions and organisms, and interrelationships between organisms and environment. Objectives: Throughout the course, students will use and improve their reading, writing, mathematical, communication, group, and cooperative skills. Furthermore, students will be encouraged to develop questioning attitudes, evaluate evidence, respect logic, appreciate different points of view on problems involving science and technology, and develop personal virtues regarding harmony with the environment. Course Overview: Scientific method Biochemistry Characteristics of living things Cell Structure, Function and Transport Photosynthesis Cellular Respiration Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis Cellular division Meiosis Genetics Speciation Classification Systems Materials: Notebook (three ring binder is preferred) Writing instrument (more than one color can be very beneficial) Rules: When the bell rings students should be seated Use of obscene language will not be tolerated Respect all occupants of the classroom Students are to remain seated until the end of class Attendance: Is a must! If you are absent it is your responsibility to see me upon your return. It is the responsibility of the student to remain up to date with class activities, labs, and other information. *Unexcused absences will result in a zero for the day Tardies: Will be handled according to school policy Grading The grade for this course will be based on the following criteria: Homework, daily quizzes (both announced and unannounced), in class work, Lab participation, reports, lab quizzes, tests and other specified major assignments Tests…50-100 points Labs…30-75 points Quizzes…10-25 points Homework…5-20 points Midterm and Final Examinations will count for no more than 20% of the semester grade. The midterm and final examinations will be cumulative exams and may include some type of research project, the determination of which will be made no later than the end of the first or third quarter. Extra Help: Mr. Hull is available Monday through Friday