Agriculture Biology (Period 5) Assignments

        This course is a one-year life science course designed for the college-bound student with career interests within the following areas:  the molecular and cellular aspects of life, the chemical and structural basis of the life, energetics of life, growth and reproduction in plants and animals, evolution of modern plants and domestic livestock species, plant and animal genetics, taxonomy of plants, animals, humans, and the environment, nutrition in animals, health and diseases in animals, and the similarities between animals and humans. This course includes some laboratory components to connect the concepts of life science with applied science applications.  General science principles and other curricular areas, including written and oral reporting skills, will also be included. 

          Agricultural Biology exposes students to the dynamic world of agriscience and what it has to offer, keeping in mind students interests and abilities. FFA and the Supervised Agricultural Experience Program are an integral part of the instruction. Students have the option of participating in agriculture career development events, traveling to various colleges and universities throughout the state, and participating in FFA activities.