IB Biology Laboratory Class Part I (HL)

IB Biology HL is an investigation-based science class that studies life at its varied levels, with an emphasis on written communications. Living systems are explored from the molecular level to the global level, including the biochemical processes for life, cellular structure and function, homeostasis, genetics and genetic engineering, evolution, taxonomy and comparative anatomy, reproduction and development, environment and ecosystems, population studies and the structure and function of human systems. Labs and an independent research project are required for this class. Using the first year as its foundation, the second year provides a greater in-depth study and application of the principles presented in Part I. Living systems continue to be explored from the molecular level to the global level. Investigations for the second year of the two-year course cover the biochemical processes for life, homeostasis, plant biology, evolution, taxonomy and comparative anatomy, reproduction and development, and the structure and function of human systems. Formal lab reports, to include statistical analysis and independent research, are required for this course.