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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. Advanced CoursesThese electives are approved for the University of California and are recommended for college/university preparatory students. Biological SciencesBiology (P)/HMOGrades 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)/HMOGrades 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 ScienceGeneral 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)/HMOGrades 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. Science General CoursesThese 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 SciencesIntegrated ScienceGrades 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 ScienceAstronomyGrades 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 StudiesGrades 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 ScienceHorticulture 1A, 1BGrades 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 SeaGrades 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 WorldGrades 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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