Syllabus Schedule Subject Biology Year Group S3

Month Topic/Theme/Skill Major Tasks Assessments Es & Os

August Multi-Cellular Organisms
Cells, tissues, organs
Study specialised cells using microscope and internet, relate
structure to function.
Research different proteins produced by specialised cells.
Discuss switching on & off genes and relate to different organs.
Produce posters of
human body with
information on
selected specialised
cells.
Using a microscope, I have developed my
understanding of the structure and
variety of cells and of their functions.
SCN3.13a

Sept.
Reproduction
Sexual and asexual reproduction in plants
and animals plus their importance to the
survival of the species.
Body cells, gametes, number of sets of
chromosomes, structure, sites of production,
fertilisation, zygote.
Investigate reproduction in various animals, plants and
microorganisms. Agar plates, aseptic techniques
Examine bulbs and tubers, plants bulbs
Compare different methods, success rates and how these relate to
survival.
Brine shrimp practical.
Study animal and plant sex cells, organs.
Summary of sexual
v asexual
reproduction.
I understand the processes of fertilisation
and embryonic development and can
discuss possible risks to the embryo.
SCN3.14a
Through evaluation of a range of data, I
can compare sexual and asexual
reproduction and explain their importance
to the survival of the species. SCN 4-14b.

Sept/
Oct
Variation and Inheritance
Discrete and continuous variation.
Phenotype, genotype, dominant & recessive,
homozygous, heterozygous
Polygenic - continuous variation.
Investigate variation e.g. tongue rolling & height.
Research Mendels work on peas.
Problem solving, punnet squares, ratios related to inheritance.
Gene Jury activity. Reebops activity
Research polygenic inheritance.
KU & PS Quiz/Test I can use my understanding of how
characteristics are inherited to solve
genetic problems and relate this to my
understanding of DNA, genes and
chromosomes. SCN4-14c
Oct. Hols



October
Growth and Development Research growth and development of different animals. Relate to
balanced diet.
Research Report Through investigation, I can compare and
contrast how different organisms grow
and develop. SCN 4.14a
Nov.
Need for Transport Systems
Plants. Water transport - root hairs, xylem,
guard cells, stomata, epidermis, mesophyll
cells, transpiration. Sugar transport -
phloem.
Surface area to volume ratio calculations & PS
Examine xylem tubes, root hairs, stomata, guard cells, structure of
leaf.
Transpiration experiments

Experimental
Report

Nov.
Animals. Circulatory - blood, blood flow,
heart, blood vessels. Respiratory - structure
of lungs, self -cleaning. Digestive - structure,
peristalsis, villi.
Review from Science
Investigate structures and create notes.
Summary
comparing animals
to plants.
KU & PS Quiz/Test
I have explored the structure and
function of organs and organ systems
and can relate this to the basic biological
processes required to sustain life.
SCN3.12a
Dec.
Effects of lifestyle choices on animal
transport and exchange systems.
Research
Take Physiological Measurements
Debate
Convey research via
method chosen by
pupil
I have explored the role of technology in
monitoring health and improving the
quality of life. SCN 3.12b
Xmas




Syllabus Schedule Subject Biology Year Group S3


Jan.
Controversial Procedures Investigate/debate e.g. gene therapy, pharming, transgenic animals
and plants.
Debate I can debate the moral and ethical issues
associated with some controversial
biological procedures.
Jan/Feb
Control & Communication
Homeostasis - body temperature
Nervous Control - structure CNS, brain.
Reflex Action
Investigate effect of external temp. on core body temp.
Investigate density of touch receptors on in skin.
Research reflex actions.
I can explain how biological actions which
take place in response to external and
internal changes work to maintain stable
body conditions. SCN 4.12a
Feb.
Hormonal Control - Endocrine glands,
receptor cells, blood glucose regulation.
Research role of hormones in the body. KU & PS Quiz/Test
Feb. Hols

Feb.
Diabetes Research causes of diabetes. Research Report

Feb.
- June
Propagating and growing plants.

Take cuttings, plant seeds, pot on seedlings, care for plants, plant
out plants.
Investigate effects of conditions and nutrients on plant growth.

Produce plants.
Explain methods
used.
I have propagated and grown plants
using a variety of different methods. I
can compare these methods and develop
my understanding of their commercial
use. SCN4.02a
March
Photosynthesis - requirements, limiting
factors
Starch tests.
Elodea/immobilised algae/carbon dioxide probe experiments.
Design Experiment.
KU & PS Quiz/Test
Through exploring the carbon cycle, I can
describe the processes involved in
maintaining the balance of gases in the
air, considering causes and implications
of changes in the balance. SCN 4.05b
March
Commercial uses of plants

Investigate increased yields of crops/fuel/medicines via pharming.
Investigate a variety of uses of plants
Create poster By contributing to an investigation on
different ways of meeting society's
energy needs, I can express an informed
view on the risks and benefits of different
energy sources, including those produced
from plants. SCN 4.04a
March
Review and Revise End of Unit Test

Easter




April

May
Life on Earth
Adaptations & learned behaviour for
survival.
Research examples of adaptations.
Experiment - reacting to stimuli - choice chambers.
Exp/Research examples of learned behaviour.
Experimental
Report
Through investigation, I can explain how
changes in learned behaviour due to
internal and external stimuli are of
benefit to the survival of species. SCN
4.12b
May
Review course and Revise End of course test