The Year at a Glance for Biology is:
First six weeks: Science Safety, Comparing Structures of Cells and Viruses; Homeostasis, the Cell Membrane and Cell Transport
Second six weeks: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration; the Cell Cycle including Mitosis and Cancer
Third six weeks: Enzymes; Protein Synthesis, Review Functions of 4 Biomolecules; Meiosis, Genetics and Heredity
Fourth six weeks: Evolutionary Mechanisms including Natural Selection; Classification; Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi and Protista
Fifth six weeks: Plant Systems, Animal Systems, Ecology
Sixth six weeks: STAAR/End-of-Course Exams (EOCs), Research and Experimental Design
Major Units of Study for Medical Microbiology are:
Knowledge and Skills for Employment Scientific Investigation in Health Science
Microbiological Laboratory Skills Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope
Prokaryotic Cell Structure Microbial Growth
The Control of Microbial Growth History of Microbiology
Microorganisms and Wellness Human Immune System
Viruses, Viroids, and Prions Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity
Antimicrobial Drugs Microbial Diseases
Drug-resistant Microorganisms Hospital-acquired infection
Emerging and Reemerging Diseases Role of Governing Agencies