Courses
- Physics
- Biology
- Honors Biology
- AP Biology
- Medical Terminology I
- Medical Terminology II
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Chemistry
- Honors/CC Chemistry
- Honors Physics
- Environmental Science
- Forensic Science
Physics
Grade Level: 9
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Physics emphasizes the conceptual understanding of mechanics, fundamental forces of nature (gravity, electricity, magnetism, nuclear), and waves (light and sound). The focus is on understanding physics concepts, seeing how they apply to everyday experience. This course is designed for students who enjoy learning about the world around them.
Biology
Grade Level: 10
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Biology is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and skills associated with the living world. The course utilizes a variety of instructional methods including laboratory investigation, class discussion, and lecture. Major topics include: cell structure/function, energy needs within an organism, genetics/heredity, evolution, and ecology.
Honors Biology
Grade Level: 10
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: “A” in 9th grade science (Intergrated Science or Physics) and planning on taking AP Biology
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Honors Biology is a rigorous course designed for students who have a high interest in the life sciences. It will introduce students to the concepts and skills associated with the life sciences. The course emphasizes in-depth laboratory experiences and enrichment to reinforce the classroom instruction and uses inquiry to develop critical-thinking skills while making real-world connections. Major topics include cell structure/function, genetics and heredity, evolution, diversity, and ecology. This course is designed for students who plan to take AP Biology
AP Biology
Grade Level: 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: B in Chemistry or Honors/CC Chemistry; Completion of Honors Biology; Instructor Approval.
Credit: 1
Other: Advanced Placement option
Course Overview: The AP Biology course allows students to participate in an internationally recognized program. The course emphasizes the major themes and concepts of biological science. The course will utilize laboratory activities to allow students to experience the hands-on discovery aspect of science. The class has a rigorous schedule that will allow eager and able students to receive instruction in an advanced form of biology. Areas of study include: ecology, molecules and cells, heredity, evolution, speciation, and populations. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam in May.
Medical Terminology I
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: B in Biology/Honors Biology; Chemistry/Honors/CC Chemistry; Instructor Approval
Credit: ½
Course Overview: This course emphasizes the terminology related to the health care profession and specialties, equipment, drugs, symbols and abbreviations, the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, and cardiovascular systems. The approach is one of practical application in the workplace using case studies, diagnostic, and laboratory reports.
Medical Terminology II
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: Must complete Medical Terminology I with an A/B
Credit: ½
Course Overview: This is the continuation of the body systems covered in Medical Terminology I. The focus of this course is the respiratory, lymphatic, musculoskeletal, and integumentary systems. Oncology and radiology will also be discussed. The origin of terms and the use of anatomical, general, operative, and symptomatic terms are explored using a variety of techniques. Both of these classes are the stepping-stones into an entry-level occupation in the Health Services field.
Anatomy and Physiology
Grade Level: 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Biology or Honors Biology both semesters; Chemistry or Honors/CC Chemistry; Instructor Approval
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Anatomy and Physiology is a course designed to familiarize students with the major anatomical structures, the related physiology, and various diseases of the human body. Students will identify macroscopic and microscopic structures in the body. Areas of study will include histology, skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, and urinary. Emphasis will be placed on the medical aspects of these systems. Dissections are part of this course.
Chemistry
Grade Level: 10, 11
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Physics or Integrated Science
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Chemistry is a college preparation course. It is designed to present concepts and processes associated with the properties of matter. In addition, students will apply chemical concepts to “real world” situations and study the impact of chemistry on history and society. Concepts and topics of chemogenesis, chemical/physical properties, metals, periodic tables, ions, moles, bonding, nuclear chemistry and organic chemistry will be emphasized.
Honors/CC Chemistry
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Enrolled in Algebra II or Math 10 Honors, A/B in previous science class, Instructor Approval
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Honors Chemistry is a college prep course designed for students who have an interest in pursuing a career in the field of science. It provides a solid theoretical foundation for future science courses. The curriculum includes problem-solving, experimentation and manipulative skills presented in greater detail and complexity than in regular chemistry.
Honors Physics
Grade Level: 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: Completed Algebra II, Instructor Approval
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Honors Physics is a rigorous course designed to introduce students to some of the major concepts in physics in greater depth and complexity. The course uses laboratory experiences to reinforce the classroom instruction, and seeks to develop critical-thinking skills while making connections to real-world phenomena. Major topics include: vectors, motion, forces, momentum, work, energy, wave theory, sound, light and electricity
Environmental Science
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Year
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: 1
Course Overview: Environmental Science is designed to be an exploration of the Earth and its many different ecological systems. The course will cover topics such as Ecology, Humans and the Environment, and Earth’s Resources. Students will be exposed to practical aspects of the above topics; and will participate in a variety of activities designed to provide a framework for learning inquiry-based science.
Forensic Science
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: Semester
Pre-requisite: None
Credit: ½
Course Overview: Forensic Science introduces and develops the skills, understanding and knowledge of scientific processes and their application to the field of forensic science. Topics include physical evidence, crime scene analysis, fingerprint analysis, trace evidence, impression evidence, blood evidence, toxicology, and DNA analysis. Students will learn the scientific techniques used in forensic investigation through a variety of class activities.