SCI0700: Life Science
05/01/2023 to 04/30/2024 • Modified 10/11/2023Course Description
This year-long course focuses on studying natural science and creation. Students investigate basic topics in biology, including scientific inquiry, the cell and its processes, the characteristics and taxonomic classification of organisms, DNA and basic genetics, populations, and the ecosystem. Specific attention is given to analyzing the scriptural truth of Creation in contrast to evolutionary “science.” Students compare and contrast the kingdoms of living organisms and the ecosystems where they live, demonstrating their learning through various projects. Ultimately, students learn to examine the science of life with a biblical worldview, noting how nature and life align with the scriptural account of Creation and God’s sovereignty.
Prerequisite
None
Schedule
Module 1: The Nature of Science
- Week 1: What is Science Knowledge?
- Week 2: Scientific Investigations
- Week 3: The Discovery of Cells and The Cell Theory
- Week 4: Tools of a Scientist
Module 2: Cell Structure & Development
- Week 5: Cell Structure and Function
- Week 6: Cell Structure and Organization
- Week 7: The Energy Cycle: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
- Week 8: Homeostasis and Cell Processes
- Week 9: Quarter 1 Review and Exam
Module 3: Cells & Heredity
- Week 10: Mitosis and Meiosis
- Week 11: Reproduction and Genetics
- Week 12: Generations and Genetics
- Week 13: Predicting Traits and How They Change
Module 4: Evolution & Creationism
- Week 14: Evolution or Creationism
- Week 15: The Theory of Evolution
- Week 16: Formation of the Solar System/ Noah’s Flood
- Week 17: History of Life on Earth
- Week 18: Quarter 2 Review and Exam
Module 5: Bacteria, Protists, & Fungi
- Week 19: Introduction to Classification
- Week 20: Archaea, Bacteria, & Viruses
- Week 21: Protist
- Week 22: Fungi / Module Test
Module 6: Plants & Animals
- Week 23: Plants
- Week 24: Animals
- Week 25: Animal & Plant Adaptations
- Week 26: Populations
- Week 27: Quarter 3 Review and Exam
Module 7: Ecology & Energy Transfer
- Week 28: Ecology
- Week 29: Energy Cycles
- Week 30: Energy Transfer
- Week 31: Niches
Module 8: Populations & Communities
- Week 32: Land Biomes
- Week 33: Aquatic Ecosystems
- Week 34: Biome Project
- Week 35: Human Activity
- Week 36: Quarter 4 Review and Exam
