Science
Science Sequencing |
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Grade 9 |
Grade 10 |
Grade 11 |
Grade 12 |
| Non-Science College Prep |
Physical Science | Biology |
Chemistry or Physics | Chemistry or Physics (Suggested but optional) |
| Non-AP/Non-Honors Track Life & Physical Science College Prep |
Biology | Chemistry Biology (If not taken in 9th grade) |
Physics | Anatomy & Physiology/ Microbiology |
| Life-Science College Prep
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Biology Honors | Chemistry Honors Biology Honors (If not taken in 9th grade) |
Physics AND/ OR AP Biology |
AP Biology AND/ OR AP Chemistry |
| Physical Science College Prep
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Biology Honors | Chemistry Honors | Physics AND/ OR AP Chemistry |
AP Physics AND/ OR AP Chemistry (preferable to do AP Chemistry in grade 11) |
Physical Science
This course developed for grade nine students will provide an introduction to working in a high school laboratory, and a solid base to help students succeed in later high school science courses. The use of varied equipment, opportunities to explore and discover concepts of science, and the study of required safety procedures are an integral part of the course. Introductory topics from physics and chemistry will be covered and algebra will be used to describe observations of nature, mathematically. Concepts include measurement, force, energy, and the structure and interaction of matter.
Text: Physical Science (Glencoe)
Credits: 1
Grades: 9
Prerequisite: Concurrent or past enrollment in Algebra I
Biology
This full-year course focuses on the basics of the cell as well as cellular processes such as photosynthesis, respiration and cell division. A large portion of the curriculum focuses on genetics, ranging from basic inheritance to genetic engineering. The course finishes with evolution, ecology, and the five kingdoms.
Text: Biology (Holt)
Credits: 1
Grades: 9 - 10
Prerequisite: None
Honors Biology
This full-year honors level course is available for students that will study the same content in greater depth and detail than the regular level course. Lab work is a priority in honors biology.
Text: Biology (Holt)
Credits: 1
Grades: 9 - 10
Prerequisite: See AP/Honors Addendum
Chemistry
This course includes concepts that form a basis for high school chemistry, namely atomic theory, bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, energy, gas laws, solutions and acid-base chemistry. Emphasis is placed on the development of strong problem-solving skills. Integrated laboratory experiments are designed to develop a wide range of lab skill, and to reinforce chemical concepts.
Text: Basic Chemistry (Timbelake)
Credits: 1
Grades: 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Concurrent/past enrollment in Algebra II.
Honors Chemistry
This honors level course is available for students that will study the same content during the first semester, and second semester will include all regular content plus the basics of kinetics and equilibrium. The honors level will include greater depth and detail than the regular level course.
Text: Chemistry: Matter and Change (Glencoe)
Credits: 1
Grades: 10 – 12
Prerequisite: See AP/Honors Addendum
Physics
The physics program is designed to produce competence in experimental skills, observation, and understanding of physical phenomena and the ability to put observation and analysis into mathematical terms. This course will provide an introduction to the physical laws fundamental to all sciences, namely motion, force, gravity, momentum, work, energy, wave motion, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism.
Text: Physics Principals and Problems
Credits: 1
Grades: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: Concurrent/past enrollment in Algebra II
Advanced Placement Biology
The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course and is, therefore, quite demanding. The topics reflect those covered in college biology courses - Cells and Subcellular Processes, Genetics, Biochemistry, Human Biology, Ecology and Evolution, and a Survey of Living Organisms. Freshman college level laboratory work supplements the material being learned. The AP exam is external and takes place in May.
Text: Biology, 7th Edition, (Campbell and Reece)
Credits: 1
Grades: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: See AP/Honors Addendum
Advanced Placement Chemistry
Advanced Placement Chemistry is designed to prepare students for the AP Chemistry exam. Topics are similar to chemistry, but each is examined in more depth and breadth. Emphasis is placed on equilibrium and structure and bonding. The course is equivalent to a general college chemistry class. Strong problem solving skills using Algebra II are required. Laboratory skills are emphasized. Chemistry Lab is required as concurrent enrollment.
Text: Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity (Kotz, Treichel and Weaver)
Credits: 1
Grades: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: See AP/Honors Addendum
Advanced Placement Physics
This is a college-level physics class designed to produce competence in experimental skills, observation, and understanding of physical phenomena and the ability to put observation and analysis into mathematical terms. The student will be able to recognize and distinguish situations occurring in gravitational, electrical, magnetic, and nuclear fields, express matter either as a wave or a particle, express observations, analysis, and conclusions in an acceptable laboratory report format, appreciate how the principles of physics touches daily life. The successful student will be able to pass the B-level Advanced Placement physics examination.
Text: Physics (Serway and Faughn)
Credits: 1
Grades: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: See AP/Honors Addendum
Anatomy and Physiology
This semester long course provides in-depth study of the human body systems. Anatomy and physiology is geared toward science-oriented students with an interest in biological science and medicine. Students who have taken AP Biology would already have covered much of the material in this course.
Text: Essential of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Elaine N. Marieb)
Credits: .5
Grades: 11 - 12
Prerequisite: Biology (This course is not for students with past or concurrent enrollment in AP Biology.)
Microbiology
Microbiology is a course designed to introduce health careers students to the fundamental concepts of microbiology. Course activities consist of lecture sessions which present the course material, and laboratory exercises to demonstrate the concepts that are discussed in class. A class overview includes laboratory instructions, microscopy, morphology of microbial cells, culture media preparation, pure culture techniques, and bacteriological analysis of drinking water.
Text: None
Credits: .5
Grade level: 11-12
Prerequisite: Biology
