MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
EDUGEN TECHNOLOGIES
FORM 1 BIOLOGY OFFICIAL COURSE OUTLINE
• Apply scientific inquiry in carrying out scientific investigations
1.2 Nature of Biology
• Categorise the study of Biology
1.3 Levels of Biological Organisation
• Classify the levels of biological organisation from simple to complex
1.4 Characteristics of Living Things
• Analyse the characteristics of living things
• Categorise life processes of living organisms | | 2 | **Principles of Cellular Life** | 2.1 Microscopes
• Use different types of microscopes to examine specimens
2.2 Basic Cell Structure
• Explore the basic cell structure
2.3 Types of Cells
• Distinguish between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells
2.4 Cell Specialisation
• Relate adaptive features of specialised cells to their functions | | 3 | **Maintenance of the Organism** | 3.1 Nutrition in Man
• Classify types of food nutrients
3.2 Dietary Needs of Different Persons
• Apply good eating practices for good health
3.3 Plant Nutrients
• Categorise types of plant nutrients
3.4 Nutritional Deficiency Diseases and Disorders
• Recommend appropriate nutrients to address deficiency diseases and disorders in plants and human beings | | 4 | **Continuity of Life** | 4.1 Reproduction in Living Organisms
• Demonstrate understanding of how living organisms reproduce
4.2 Reproduction and Development in Human Beings
• Demonstrate understanding of reproductive system in human beings
4.3 Reproduction in Viruses, Protozoa, Bacteria and Fungi
• Demonstrate understanding of reproduction in viruses, protozoa, bacteria and fungi | | 5 | **Coordination and Response** | 5.1 Coordination and Response in Plants
• Explore tropisms in plants and their relevance
5.2 Coordination and Response in Animals
• Explore taxic responses in invertebrates and their relevance | | 6 | **Ecological Relationships and Evolution** | 6.1 Ecosystem
• Explore features of ecosystems in the local environment
6.2 Biotic and Abiotic Interactions
• Interpret biotic and abiotic interactions
6.3 Waste Management
• Manage waste in the local environment
6.4 The Soil - Composition and Fertility
• Analyse soil composition and fertility | ## 🎯 Study & Teaching Guidance ✓ **Sequential Pacing:** Topics and subtopics should be covered in the listed order to build foundational concepts progressively. ✓ **Topical Mastery:** Review each subtopic thoroughly with structured exercises, class discussions, and self-assessment before advancing to the next unit. ✓ **Exam & Revision Preparation:** Use this course outline as a syllabus checklist to monitor teaching coverage and verify complete revision readiness.