Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

Organic Gardening and Food Systems - Semester 2

UC A-G approved Organic Gardening and Food Systems - Semester 2 course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Science - Biology / Life Sciences Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective — 1 year required

Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.

Why This Matters for College Admission

G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.

What You'll Learn

Understand cell structure, function, and the central dogma of molecular biology

Analyze inheritance patterns using Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics

Explore evolutionary mechanisms including natural selection and speciation

Study ecology, nutrient cycles, and human impact on ecosystems

Design and interpret controlled laboratory experiments

Prepare for AP Biology exam with free-response and multiple-choice practice

Course Structure

Unit 1Weeks 1–4

Foundations & Context

Core vocabulary and concepts
Skill baseline assessment

Unit 2Weeks 5–9

Core Content

Primary content delivery
Applied practice activities

Unit 3Weeks 10–14

Application & Synthesis

Real-world application
Final project or exam prep

Lectures & Reviews

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