Zoology (384)

.5 Credit

Grades 10-12 (Can be taken concurrently with Biology for Gr. 10) 
 
This course is designed for students interested in exploring the diversity of organism in the animal kingdom.  Understanding the tremendous diversity of life on earth allows scientists to connect different animal species with each other and with humans.  This course provides an introduction to the evolution and classification of animals, comparative anatomy and physiology of various invertebrates and vertebrates, animal behavior and relationships, zoo design, preservation of species, and careers in science.  This class will provide a thematic and hands on approach to learning animal science through classroom activities, dissections, inquiry experiments, projects, and problem solving.  The course is designed for all interested students but will especially benefit students who enjoy biology or a future science major.

Standards, Indicators, and Scoring Criteria for Zoology