Science

Biological Science

Biological Science is an introductory lab based course in biology for general studies and college bound students. The traditional lecture system is interspersed with lab work as the student will study the following units: biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, animal biology, botany, microorganisms, taxonomy, ecology, and creation/evolution. Open to grade 9.

Physical Science

The study of Physical Science covers the areas of physics and chemistry on an introductory level. The physics portion of the course is composed of units on motion, heat, measurement, light, electricity, and magnetism. The chemistry section is composed of units on atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical reactions, acid/base, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, and organic chemistry. Extensive lab work is a feature of the course. The concepts of physics and chemistry are emphasized, while much of the mathematical proofs and problems have been removed. Open to grade 10. Prerequisite is Biological Science.

Chemistry

This course studies the principles of chemistry in real life with examples from industrial chemistry, environmental chemistry, foods, cosmetics, and health and the human body. Open to grades 11, 12. Prerequisites are Biological Science, Physical Science, Algebra I (or concurrently taking.).

Honors Chemistry

Chemistry studies the structure of matter through atomic theory with emphasis on the periodic chart and electron configuration. The nature of chemical reactions is explained by units on bonding, acid/base and oxidation reduction. The physical factors of chemical reactions are taken up in the kinetic theory, solution process and chemical equilibrium. Additional specific topics in organic chemistry, electrochemistry and descriptive chemistry are offered. Extensive lab work is a part of this course. This course introduces and develops the science of chemistry. Open to grades 11, 12. Prerequisites are Biological Science, Physical Science, and teacher recommendation.

Earth Science

Earth Science is a semester overview of the planet Earth and its place in the universe. The student will explore the universe around the earth by studying the stars and this solar system. The earth itself will be the major focus of the courses, as the dynamic earth shaping processes of plate tectonics and climate are studied. We will observe the materials of the earth and finally look at the history of our planet. Open to grade 12. Prerequisites are Biology and Physical Science. (Availability of this course will depend upon enrollment needs.)

Physics

This course will study energy and its effects on matter in the universe. The units to be covered are mechanics, heat, waves, sound, light, electromagnetics, and nuclear physics. Lab work is a part of the course. Open to grades 11, 12. Prerequisites are Biological Science, Physical Science, Chemistry, and Algebra II.

Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy & Physiology is an advanced course in the biology of the human body. The course is highly recommended to students interested in the health or medical professions. Each unit will focus on a particular system of the human body with a strong emphasis on understanding the integration between systems. Major systems to be studied include the skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, digestive, and excretory systems. This course will incorporate medical terminology and development of dissection skills. Open to grades 11, 12. Prerequisite is Chemistry (or concurrently taking.).