HONORS EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE* (SCI1500)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Gifted
student identification, regular Science 8 with at least an 87% each quarter.
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day
Open to: Freshmen
Other: Grades
weighted 110% for G.P.A. and class rank
Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the Earth
sciences, their historical development, impact on society, and the tools and
techniques used in their advancement. Emphasis is placed on the development of
higher level thinking skills and the ability to communicate scientific concepts
and theories clearly.
ACADEMIC EARTH & SPACE SCI (SCI1300)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day
Open to: Freshmen
Students will develop an understanding of the Earth
Sciences, their historical development, impact on society, and the tools and
techniques used in their advancement.
ADVANCED BIOLOGY*
(SCI3530)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: A
grade of “C” or higher in CP Biology
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors,
Seniors
Other: Grades
weighted 110% for G.P.A. and class rank
This course is divided into three units of study. Students
will study disease transmission and how we fight disease with our natural
defenses and with medicine in Immunology. Followed by a brief review of
Genetics and an in-depth examination of gene expression, modern genetic
technologies and relevant social issues in genetics. The third unit, Marine
Biology, will include a field trip to Wallops Island, VA. This course is highly
recommended for students considering careers or college level work in biology.
HONORS BIOLOGY*
(SCI2500)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: Honors Earth and Space with at least an 87%
final average for that course, gifted student identification, CP Earth and
Space with at least an 87% each quarter, or permission of the department.
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Sophomores
Other: Grades
weighted 110% for G.P.A. and class rank
This course involves an in-depth study of the major themes
of biology. Students are provided with the opportunity to develop their library
and laboratory investigative skills.
ACADEMIC BIOLOGY
(SCI2300)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to:
College-preparatory Sophomores
All major biological themes are studied in a logical
sequence. This course offers an understanding of our biological heritage and
our place in the biosphere. Content and activities stress understanding of
molecular, cellular, and the organizing aspects of modern biology. Students are
challenged to think analytically, to search for answers, to use good judgment
and to apply newly acquired knowledge to related situations.
ACADEMIC BIOLOGY CAREERS
(SCI2300)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 6 periods/cycle
Open to: Sophomores
enrolled in votech program
All major biological themes are studied in a logical
sequence. This course offers an understanding of our biological heritage and
our place in the biosphere. Content and activities stress understanding of
molecular, cellular, and the organizing aspects of modern biology. Students are
challenged to think analytically, to search for answers, to use good judgment
and to apply newly acquired knowledge to related situations.
BIOLOGY (SCI2100)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, full year
Open to: Sophomores
This is a course in the study of living things. The five
kingdoms of living things are surveyed followed by a study of the systems
employed by living things to solve the problems of life. The course culminates in
the study of inheritance of traits and how life has changed over time.
APPLIED SCIENCE – LIVING THINGS (SCI3160)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, full year
Open to: Juniors and
Seniors
This course opens with a survey of the six kingdoms of
living things. Students will compare and
contrast the anatomy, physiology, habitats and means of energy acquisition of
representatives of the six kingdoms. The
second semester will be devoted to studying the anatomy, physiology, maintenance
of the major human body systems.
APPLIED SCIENCE – TECH & ENVIRO (SCI3150)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: None
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, full year
Open to: Juniors and
Seniors
This course is a survey of concepts, skills, and
applications of science and technology and the related
learning skills needed for successful, responsible, and informed
citizenship. Course skills and content
include measuring, surveying, and navigation. Forces, motion, energy and their
applications as well as technologies of the past, present and future will also
be explored. Basic ecology and
environmental science concepts will round out the course.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY* (SCI3540)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: “C”
Grade in C.P. Biology
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Other: Grades are weighted towards GPA and class rank
This course is dedicated to the study of human anatomy and
physiology. Most body systems are studied. Instruction is supplemented by
laboratory exercises at both the microscopic and macroscopic levels. The
student will dissect a fetal pig. Lecture material supplements the laboratory
studies. This course is highly recommended for those students who are
interested in the areas of biology, nursing, medicine and other paramedical
professions.
AP CHEMISTRY*
(SCI4700)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: Honors
Chemistry with at least a 87% final average for that course, gifted student
identification, Academic Chemistry with at least a 87% every quarter, or permission
of the department.
Meeting: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Seniors
Other: Grades are weighted towards GPA and class rank
This second year chemistry course is designed primarily for
students intending to pursue college-level work in the science, engineering or
medical fields. As an AP course it is
designed to be the equivalent of a college level general chemistry course with
emphasis on physical, qualitative, quantitative and organic areas; it will have
correlated collegiate level laboratory experimentation. Students in this course
are expected to take the AP Examination.
HONORS CHEMISTRY*
(SCI3500)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: C.P.
Biology, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry (A or B level in all Prerequisites) +
departmental approval.
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors:
Gifted Ed. students and academically qualified students.
Other: Grades are weighted towards GPA and class rank
Honors level college preparatory chemistry, which will be a
comprehensive study of the principles of chemistry. Recommended for students having solid
mathematical backgrounds, strong interest in the sciences, and considering
careers in medicine, engineering or the sciences. Students that plan to continue into AP Chemistry
are encouraged to take this course.
ACADEMIC CHEMISTRY*
(SCI3300)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: Honors
or CP Biology; Algebra I, (Geometry and Algebra II which may be taken
concurrently with this course).
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors,
Seniors
Other: Grades are weighted towards GPA and class rank
A college preparatory course, which is a study of the
fundamental principles of chemistry and is designed to prepare students to
continue into college level chemistry.
The scope of the course stresses theory with extensive mathematical
applications. Frequent student experimentation is integrated with the course
work. This course is designed for students who anticipate taking college
level work in any science, engineering or medical field. It is a
prerequisite for AP Chemistry.
CHEMISTRY
(SCI3100)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: CP
Biology, Algebra and Geometry (which may be taken concurrently with chemistry).
Meetings: 48 minutes,
every day, full year
Open to: Juniors,
Seniors
A college preparatory course, which is an introduction to
chemical principles with the chemistry.
This course is designed for college prep students that are not entering
the science field. There will be investigative laboratory work correlated to
the various topics, but mathematical applications will be minimized.
AP PHYSICS*
(SCI3710)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: Algebra II & Trigonometry, permission of
instructor
Meetings: 48 minutes, every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Other: Grades are weighted
towards GPA and class rank
This is a first year college physics course. Theoretical concepts and the related
mathematics are stressed through the course.
Students in this course are expected to take the AP Examination.
ACADEMIC PHYSICS*
(SCI3310)
Credit: 1.17
Prerequisites: Geometry, Algebra I & II, and
Trigonometry (which may be taken concurrently with this course)
Meetings: 48 minutes, every day, 7 periods/cycle
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Other: Grades are weighted
towards GPA and class rank
This course is intended for the science oriented college
bound student and will prepare students for college physics. Theoretical
concepts and the related mathematics are stressed throughout the course. The
subjects dealt with include: mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves,
optics, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. The course involves: formal and
informal problem solving, demonstrations, labs, group work, films, computers,
and projects.
PHYSICS (SCI3110)
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: Geometry, Algebra I and II (Algebra II may be
taken concurrently with this course).
Meetings: 48 minutes, every day, full year
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
This course is designed for the non-science oriented college
bound student. The mathematics is less intense than in College Prep Physics.
The subjects dealt with include: mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves,
optics, relativity, atomic and nuclear physics. The course involves
demonstrations, problem solving, labs, group work, films, computers and
projects.
( updated: 07 Feb '12 )