Science
The following table is a listing of courses available and in what year students may take each course. For specific information about each class, click the plus sign next to the course title.
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Advanced Biology
Course Title:
Advanced Biology
Prerequisite:
Biology A/B
Grade Level:
11, 12
Credit Value:
1.0
Credit Type:
SC or EC
Course Duration:
Two Semesters
Course Description:
Students will describe the general structure and function of cells, tissues, organs and their associated systems. Students will understand the anatomical and physiological structure of the human body. Students will transfer their understanding of the human anatomy to complete a full dissection of the fetal pig.
AP Chemistry
Course Title:
AP Chemistry
Prerequisite:
B or better in Chemistry, Physics, and Algebra II or consent of instructor
Grade Level:
11, 12
Credit Value:
1.0
Credit Type: SC or EC
Course Duration:
Two Semesters
Course Description:
AP Chemistry is concerned with the study of fundamental laws and accepted theories concerning the structure and nature of matter. This course will be an advanced study of chemistry emphasizing both lecture and laboratory activities. The course will be taught at an accelerated pace and the design will be similar to collegiate level General Chemistry course offered to undergraduate science majors. The Advanced Placement test taken in May gives students the opportunity to earn college credit.
AP Physics - Mechanics
Course Title:
AP Physics - Mechanics
Prerequisite:
B or better in Physics, Current enrollment in Calculus. Calculus requirement may be waived if the student had an A or better in Physics, enrollment in the fourth year of math, and consent of the Physics and math instructors.
Grade Level:
12
Credit Value:
1.0
Credit Type:
EC
Course Duration:
Two Semesters
Course Description:
Physics is study of the fundamental laws and accepted theories concerning the
interrelationship between matter and energy. This course will be an advanced study of physics emphasizing both lecture and laboratory activities. The structure for this course will be based on the College Board AP Physics C-Mechanics curriculum and will be similar to a collegiate level Introductory Physics course offered to undergraduate science and engineering majors. The Advanced Placement test will be taken in May.
Biology
Course Title:
Biology
Prerequisite:
None
Grade Level:
9
Credit Value:
1.0
Credit Type:
SC
Course Duration:
Two Semesters
Course Description:
In the first term, the student learns how to design and conduct an experiment along with the skillful use of the microscope in investigating life. Special attention is given to cellular biology and biochemistry. In the second term, the student learns genetics, protein production, and heredity.
Chemistry A
Course Title:
Chemistry A
Prerequisite:
Biology and Algebra I or consent of an instructor
Grade Level:
10
Credit Value:
0.5
Credit Type:
SC
Course Duration:
One Semester
Course Description:
Chemistry is a general look at the basic characteristics of matter and the changes matter undergoes. Chemistry A is a hands-on, experimental, physical and historical study of chemical theories including states of matter, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, and the modern atomic theory. About one-fifth of the course is lab work. This Chemistry course will have a focus on visual and graphical representation of science topics and build a foundation for future chemistry and science studies.
Chemistry B
Course Title:
Chemistry B
Prerequisite:
Biology and Algebra I or consent of an instructor
Grade Level:
11, 12
Credit Value:
0.5
Credit Type:
SC
Course Duration:
One Semester
Course Description:
Chemistry is a general look at the basic characteristics of matter and the changes matter undergoes. It is a historical and mathematical study of chemical theories including states of matter, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, and the modern atomic theory. About one-fifth of the course is lab work. This Chemistry course will have a focus on mathematical calculation and preparation for future science courses.
Physics A
Course Title:
Physics A
Prerequisite:
Biology and Algebra I
Grade Level:
10, 11
Credit Value:
0.5
Credit Type:
SC or EC
Course Duration:
One Semesters
Course Description:
Physics is the study of the laws governing the natural world around us. The topics covered include vector analysis, force, energy, gravity, heat, waves, electromagnetics, and atomic theory. This class should be taken by all students planning to pursue any career in a science related field. About 40% of the course is laboratory inquiry.
Physics B
Course Title:
Physics B
Prerequisite:
Chemistry A & Physics B & Algebra II
Grade Level:
11, 12
Credit Value:
0.5
Credit Type:
SC or EC
Course Duration:
One Semester
Course Description:
Physics is the study of the laws governing the natural world around us. The topics covered include vector analysis, force, energy, gravity, heat, waves, electromagnetics, and atomic theory. This class should be taken by all students planning to pursue any career in a science related field. About 40% of the course is laboratory inquiry.
Meteorology
Course Title:
Meteorology
Prerequisite:
Completion of Biology and Chemistry with a C or better
Grade Level:
11, 12
Credit Value:
0.5
Credit Type:
SC or EC
Course Duration:
One Semester
Course Description:
Meteorology is an upper level Science Elective Course that will give students a deeper understanding of the atmosphere and climate systems that shape our weather. Throughout the semester the students will make predictions based on their interpretation of weather models. Topics covered include types of clouds, atmospheric pressure, weather maps, precipitation, wind, and severe weather.