Biology 20

Mr. Malec
Quarter 2 - 2015/2016
Introduction
Science programs provide opportunities for
students to develop the knowledge, skills and
attitudes they need to become productive and
responsible members of society. The programs
also allow students to explore interests and
prepare for further education and careers. The
Biology 20 program places students at the center. You will be expected to become an
active learner and assume increased responsibility for your learning as you work through
the program. You will be expected to participate actively in your own learning with your
teacher acting as a guide.

Recommended Prerequisite
The prerequisite for Biology 20 is 50% in Science 10. It is highly recommended that you
have obtained a mark of 65% or higher in Science 10 in order to help guarantee success
in the course. Biology 20 is a prerequisite for Biology 30.

Major Goals
Science education will:
Encourage students at all grade levels to develop a critical sense of wonder and
curiosity about scientific and technological endeavors
Enable students to use science and technology to acquire new knowledge and
solve problems, so that they may improve the quality of their own lives and the
lives of others
Prepare students to critically address science related societal, economic, ethical
and environmental issues, using an inquiry based model of instruction
Provide students with a foundation in science that creates opportunities for them
to pursue progressively higher levels of study, prepares them for science-related
occupations, and engages them in science-related hobbies appropriate to their
interests and abilities
Enable students, of varying aptitudes and interests, to develop knowledge of the
wide spectrum of careers related to science, technology and the environment.

Course Overview
Biology 20 consists of four units of study
Unit A: Energy and Matter Exchange in the Biosphere
The constant flow of energy and cycling of matter in the biosphere leads to a
balanced or steady state. This balance is achieved through various
biogeochemical cycles and the processes of photosynthesis and cellular
respiration.
Unit B: Ecosystems and Population Change
In this unit, students become familiar with a range of ecosystems by studying
their distinctive biotic and abiotic characteristics. Students are introduced to
the concept of populations as a basic component of ecosystem structure and
complete the unit by examining population change through the process of
natural selection.
Unit C: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
The life processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration allow for the
transfer of energy and matter. Students learn, in general terms, how energy
from sunlight is transferred into adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and reduced
nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) and eventually into
glucose, and how carbohydrates are oxidized to produce reduced nicotinamide
adenine dinucleotide (NADH), reduced flavin adenine dinucleotide (FADH)
and eventually ATP. A detailed knowledge of metabolic intermediates is not
required.
Unit D: Human Systems
Maintenance of metabolic equilibrium in organisms involves a number of
physical and biochemical processes. The human organism is used as a model
system to examine how energy and matter are exchanged with the
environment through the processes of gas exchange, digestion, excretion,
circulation and the function of the motor system. A defence system contributes
to equilibrium by eliminating pathogenic organisms.

Success in this Course

To be successful in Biology 20 it is important that you:
1. Maintain good attendance and be punctual
2. Be attentive and ask questions
3. Complete assignments by doing homework on a regular basis
4. Study for quizzes and exams
5. Review and practice skills learned in class
6. Be prepared for class with a pen, pencil, calculator and a three ring binder with
loose-leaf as well as your Nelson text

Outside of Class Time Availability

I will be available at Flex, before school, and after school for extra help on most days.
Please feel free to meet me. Also, if you would like some help while at home feel free to
e-mail me at MalecJ@holyspirit.ab.ca and I will try to get back to you as soon as
possible. Please use your school e-mail account when contacting me.

Evaluation
Unit Exams:
Chapter Tests:
Projects & Assignments:
Final Exam:

25%
20%
25%
30%
100%

Reference Materials
The main resource utilized in Biology 20 is the Nelson Biology textbook.

School Policy Regarding Assignments

Teachers at Catholic Central have determined the following procedures to be used if a
student does not hand in work:
(1) Alternatives will be discussed with student such as an alternative due date, alternative
assignment, after school or flex time to complete the assignment, etc.
(2) Parents will be contacted by the teacher and alternatives discussed.
(3) The student will be referred to administration or a counselor to discuss reasons for
work not being completed.
(4) Working with the student, parents, teacher and, if necessary, administration a mutually
agreeable solution will be reached.
Note: Assignments are one method by which teachers determine that a student has
acquired the designated learner outcomes for a course. Incomplete assignments
jeopardize the students completion of the course.
If a student does not demonstrate that he/she has acquired the learner outcomes, then a
course mark will not be awarded to the student. The student may write the final exam,
but no course mark can be awarded until the student has demonstrated acquisition of the
learner outcomes.

Attendance Policy/Procedure
The first time a student is inexcusably absent it is the responsibility of the teacher to
contact home and determine the reason for the absence and deal with it accordingly. If
the student is inexcusably away a second time, the teacher will contact home again to
determine the reason for the absence. If the student was skipping for a second time, the
teacher will refer the student to the appropriate administrator. The administrator will
determine an appropriate consequence and contact the home. If the student was to be
inexcusably absent again and the students name does not appear on the end of the day
Excusable Absent List then the teacher would send the student to the appropriate
administrator the next day. The administrator will determine the reason for the absence
and take appropriate action (in most cases - removal from class/school for the Quarter).
If the teacher cannot contact the home to verify an absence after several attempts, or if no
phone number is available, then the teacher is to give the name of the student to the
appropriate administrator.
After a student goes on an attendance contract and is absent, he/she should be admitted to
class only if in possession of a re-admit slip from an administrator. If the student is
withdrawn, the teacher will be notified.

Policy regarding the use of Cell Phones/Other Electronic Devices

Cell phone and/or I-pod use by students during the school day present a number of issues:
1. Safety of students Phys Ed classes, Construction Tech classes, Science labs etc.
require students to be focused on what is happening in class and to be able to
respond to the instructions of the teacher immediately. Lockdowns also present
dynamics which require attention to teacher and lack of interference with
information going between the class, the office, and police.
2. Quality Assurance In this day and age it is easy to download answers to tests to
I-pods and to cell phones. Text messaging between students also allows for the
sharing of information when it is not appropriate.
3. Interference with the learning of self and others Cell phones going off in class,
music that is too loud, text messaging, inappropriate downloaded images on
screens all present issues that are not in keeping with effective use of class time.

Academic Integrity:
We expect our students to conduct themselves according to the Basilian Fathers motto:
Teach me, Goodness, Discipline, Knowledge. As members of the academic community
of CCH, all students are expected to uphold the values of good academic work: honesty,
trust, fairness, respect and responsibility.

Plagiarism including copying of another students work will be dealt with

according to the CCH Policy on Plagiarism.

Exams, tests, and summative assessments: Cheating on a summative assessment

(e.g. final exam, in-class final, major unit test, major project) will result in a
punitive grade of 0 for the exam.
Cheating is defined as follows: (1) Using or attempting to use another students
answers; (2) providing answers to other students; (3) Using course notes or other
aides not approved by the instructor; (4) the unauthorized possession or use of an
exam question sheet, answer key, or a completed exam or assignment; (5) In the
case of students who study together, submitting identical or virtually identical
assignments for evaluation unless permitted by the instructor.

Diploma exams: Cheating on a government exam will be dealt with according to

the regulations of Alberta Education.