Advanced
Courses General
Science Courses
A student must
pass 20 credits of Science to graduate. Biological and
Physical Sciences must be included. Science must be taken in
the 9th and 10th grades.
These electives
are approved for the University of California and are
recommended for college/university preparatory students.
Biological
Sciences
Biology
(P)/HMO
Grades 9, 10,
11, 12, Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Science I or teacher recommendation
This course is
laboratory oriented with emphasis on basic structural,
physiological, ecological, and genetic principles as they
pertain to living organisms.
Anatomy and
Physiology (P)/HMO
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Biology
This
lecture-laboratory science course is for college-bound
students, emphasizing human structure and functions. This
course is recommended for students with a strong interest in
pursuing a career in the sciences.
Marine Ecology
(P)
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Biology and Chemistry
This course
emphasizes the study of the ocean and its environment above
and below the surface. Instruction includes the ecological
interrelationships between the physical environment and the
plants and animals which inhabit it.
Biology,
Advanced Placement (HP)
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Biology and concurrent or past enrollment in Chemistry
This course is
an advanced course equivalent to the first year of college
biology. Course content includes: cells and tissues, cell
chemistry, plant and animal classification, animal physiology,
plant structure and function, reproduction and genetics,
evolution, and ecology.
Environmental
Sciences, Advanced Placement (HP)
Grades 11,12, 5
Credits/Semester
Recommended:
Biology and Chemistry
This course
emphasizes the interdependency and complexity of the natural
world. This course analyzes humankind's impact on the global
eco system. Topics include ecology, geology, and pollution.
There is an emphasis on lab work. This rigorous course allows
students to earn college credit for their work if they score
well enough on the A.P. exams.
Physical
Science
General
Chemistry (P)
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Completion of Algebra I
This
introductory course is for the general college-bound student
regardless of intended major. In addition to giving a sound
foundation for those who will continue the study of chemistry,
the course is designed to help all students develop an
understanding of chemistry and its role in society. Laboratory
work is extensive and is oriented to the college-bound
student.
Chemistry
(P)/HMO
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Algebra II or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II
This lecture
and laboratory-oriented course deals with the concepts of
matter and energy. Major emphasis is placed upon the nature
and structure of the atom, study of gases, theories of
chemical bonding, and organic chemistry. This course should be
taken by any student anticipating a career connected with
science.
Chemistry,
Advanced Placement (HP)
Grades 11, 12,
5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Chemistry, Algebra II, and Math Analysis, or concurrent
enrollment in Math Analysis
This laboratory
course is equivalent to first-year college chemistry. Emphasis
is placed on in-depth study of the structure of matter, states
of matter, reactions, descriptive chemistry, and chemical
calculations. (See Advanced Placement information.)
Physics (P)
Grades 11, 12,
5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Algebra II
This course
emphasizes a study of motion and offers coverage of forces,
paths of motion, gravity, planetary motion, momentum, gases,
waves, light, electricity, magnetic waves, atomic theory,
relativity theory, and nuclear concepts.
Physics,
Advanced Placement (HP)
Grades 11, 12,
5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Physics, Math Analysis and/or concurrent enrollment in
Calculus
This laboratory
course is equivalent to first-year college Physics. Principles
of classical mechanics and electromagnetics are developed.
Emphasis is on analysis of physical systems and solving
equations.
These courses
do not satisfy University of California entrance requirements
but do meet the Science graduation requirement. Both Physical
and Biological Sciences must be included.
Physical
and Biological Sciences
Integrated Science
Grades 9, 10,
11, 12, 5 Credits/Semester
This
introductory course provides an in-depth study of selected
topics in the life, earth, and physical sciences. Course
content includes the nature of science, metric credits and
measurements, the basics of matter and energy, mechanics,
earth science, living things, ecology, and conservation. The
fall semester of Integrated Science is physical science and the spring
semester is Life science. A passing grade in this course
is required to take any further Advanced Science or Science elective
courses.
Physical
Science
Astronomy
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits
Recommended
- Integrated Science
This course
deals with a study of the heavens and their effects on our
culture and life-style. Special topics include the study of
galaxies, constellations, lives of stars, celestial
navigation, and the results of recent space exploration.
Occasional nighttime observation is required.
Environmental
Studies
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
This year
course, designed as a non-college prep elective life/physical
science course, will give the student a hands-on, practical
education in the ecology of California. Areas of study will
include California's human history, geology, plant ecology,
plant communities, mammals, reptiles and amphibians,
arthropods, birds and fish, as well as the abiotic factors
(climate, soil, water, sunlight, etc.) that effect them.
Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationships between all
of the above factors (ecology) as opposed to learning each as
a separate entity. Through creative craft-like projects, field
collections and field studies, concepts will be
enthusiastically demonstrated and understood. It is designed
primarily to enhance the student's knowledge of
interrelationships and interdependence in his environment.
Biological
Science
Horticulture
1A, 1B
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits/Semester
Recommended
- Integrated Science
This course
provides basic understanding of principles of plant
propagation, soil structure and improvement, botanic
structures and functions, weed and pest control, landscape
design, bonsai jar garden construction, and the importance of
green plants to the world's environment. This practical course
allows the student to experiment with growth and maintenance
of plants. During the second semester, emphasis is placed on
the details of botanical structures and functions. An
extensive number of individual projects are done. These
courses need not be taken sequentially.
Living Sea
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits
Recommended
- Integrated Science
This course
introduces oceanography, marine biology and marine ecology.
The course investigates various ocean environments and allows
the student to investigate the effects of man on this
environment and to develop a sense of ecological ethics,
whereby the marine ecosystem is protected.
Wildlife of
the World
Grades 10, 11,
12, 5 Credits
This course
examines and introduces the student to local biology, geology,
and ecology. The student develops skills in local bird
watching and animal tracking, and learns how to read different
kinds of maps. The student also learns the countries of the
world through their wildlife by studying the major
biogeographical regions, and by exploring the major plants and
animals in each region.
Human Biology
Grades 10, 11,
12 5 Credits
Recommended
- Integrated Science
This semester long course provides an opportunity to investigate
selected topics of Human anatomy and physiology. Course content includes
a great deal of laboratory-oriented (hands-on) activities to explore
these topics as they describe how our bodies are put together and how
they work.
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