Science Department Course Descriptions
GENERAL PHYSICAL SCIENCE
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BIOLOGY
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STANDARDS-BASED CHEMISTRY
No. 1318 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This one (1) semester chemistry class is an option to complete the requirement for chemistry standards that were partially filled in 9th grade science. Topics include: significant figures, electron configurations, periodic trends, organic chemistry and hydrocarbons, calculating molar mass and conversions between mass, moles and particles, percent composition and empirical formulas, solubility and finding concentration of a solution, using activity series of ions to determine if a chemical reaction has taken place, chemical stoichiometry, and reaction rate and factors that affect reactions. Students must pass either this course or chemistry to graduate.
CHEMISTRY
No. 1320 & 1321 | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This full year chemistry class is an option to complete the requirement for chemistry grad standards. This course provides students with an opportunity to study the relationships among matter, energy, and structure. Some topics included are: measurement, classification of matter, formula writing, qualitative and quantitative problem-solving, atomic theory, chemical bonding, gas behavior, and acid-base relationships. Lab opportunities are included. Students must pass both semesters to graduate. The completion of concurrent enrollment in higher algebra or other advanced mathematics courses are strongly recommended. You must have completed and passed geometry and algebra before taking this class.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AND THE SCIENCE OF FISHING
No. 1324 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This is an exciting new course for both boys and girls! Topics will focus on oceanography, stream and lake ecology along with seasonal fish movements and locations in those water bodies. Students will also learn about the biology of fishes (form and function) and the science behind consistently catching more and bigger fish.
ORNITHOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL TOPICS
No. 1325 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
This class is for the birds! The early part of this course will focus on Ecology, Mammals and Alternative Energy. The last 3 months will be devoted to Ornithology - the study of birds! We will focus on bird identification by sight & sound, anatomy, nesting habits and habitat. Field Trips will be an integral part of our studies. Students will also be required to complete an environmental themed community service project of their choice. This class is offered spring semester only.
ASTRONOMY
No. 1326 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
Humans once thought Earth was at the center of the universe, Mars was inhabited, and our galaxy was the universe. Come and discover how we now know that Earth is not the center of anything. Mars most likely was a wet world back in the day and maybe had simple life but no evil aliens. The universe is much larger and more vast than we can ever imagine, and we know how the universe sprang into existence 13.8 billion years ago. Come learn about the greatest show on Earth, The Universe. You will also discover how the solar system formed, design a colony on Mars, and be able to locate planets in the night sky and identify constellations.
METEOROLOGY
No. 1327 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 - 12
Why does an east wind usually mean precipitation is likely? Why is it not the heat but the humidity that is more critical to weather matters? Take a journey into the atmosphere and learn about the powers that drive weather. Explore how temperature, pressure, humidity, precipitation, and wind make the weather what it is. Learn how to read a weather map and predict weather. What makes severe weather stand out from regular weather? Become a master at spotting severe weather and know how to be safe.
UNVEILING THE UNIVERSE
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