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Core course and attendance requirements must be met by all
students. Normally, these include eight semesters of
attendance and the successful completion of 27 credits
distributed as follows:
The Science Department requires all students to complete a
minimum of 3 credits in science for graduation, but students
are encouraged to take 4 (or more) credits. These must
include Biology and Chemistry. Any student who intends to
pursue studies in a science field is strongly encouraged to
take physics and a second year of chemistry before
graduation.
Biology
814bio QP 4.33 GR 9 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This laboratory course studies the world of living
organisms: prokaryotic and eukaryotic. Chemical aspects of
biological systems are introduced. Current readings
supplement homework assignments.
Honors Biology
817bioH QP 4.67 GR 9 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This lab-oriented course integrates molecular and cellular
biology, genetics, plant and animal morphology and
physiology. Scientific readings and an independent research
project form an integral part of the course. Prerequisites:
Performance on the High School Placement Test
Chemistry
834chem QP 4.33 GR 10 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course stresses abstract reasoning, mathematical
analysis, and the investigation of chemical systems. Topics
include atomic theory, structure of matter, periodicity,
bonding, chemical reactions and equilibrium, and solution
chemistry. Laboratory experience accompanies and supports
conceptual material.
Honors Chemistry
837chemH QP 4.67 GR 10 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course includes an intensive study of fundamental
theoretical and experimental principles, stressing inductive
reasoning in the investigation of chemical systems. Topics
studied include those of 834. Mathematical applications of
chemical concepts and laboratory experience form an
essential part of this course. An independent research
project is included. Prerequisites: Minimum 3.67 average in
previous math and science courses.
Chemical Analysis
838chemanl QP 4.33 GR 11,12 YEAR 1 CREDIT This course
supplements Chemistry and further prepares students for
college chemistry and to take the SAT II Chemistry exam.
Topics include solution concentrations, solubility,
kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium and biochemistry.
Regular laboratory work reinforces the concepts and provides
experience in recording data and writing laboratory reports.
Prerequisite: Chemistry
Physics
844physics QP 4.33 GR 11,12 YEAR 1 CREDIT This course
provides a basic foundation in physics. The major areas of
mechanics, wave motion as applied to sound and light,
electricity and magnetism are studied in varying degrees.
Both mathematical and practical applications of physical
concepts form an integral part of the course. Lab work
reinforces the concepts. Prerequisites: minimum 2.67 average
in previous math course; Completion of Algebra II.
Honors Physics
847physH QP 4.67GR 11, 12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course includes an intensive study of classical and
physical concepts as enumerated in Physics 4.0. Mathematical
applications of physical concepts are challenging and will
serve to reinforce topics. Lab work is an essential part of
this course. Students will learn to apply the scientific
method effectively and independently. Prerequisite: minimum
3.67 average in math and science courses; chemistry and
completion of Algebra II.
Microbiology
852microbio QP 4.33 GR 11-12 SEM 1,2 .5 CREDIT
This course is surveys microorganisms that cause human
infection: bacteria and archaea, protozoans, fungi, viruses
and prions. The study compares the common diseases of each
human body system, their natural defense mechanisms, and the
various anti-microbial drugs administered as treatment. The
laboratory exercises involve microscopy and experiments with
non-pathological organisms readily used in educational
environments.
Anatomy and Physiology
858a&p QP 4.33 GR 11, 12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This lab-oriented course studies body organization and the
structure and functions of cells, tissues, and each of the
human systems, giving attention to health issues and
diseases. Dissections of the sheep larynx, heart, brain, and
pregnant pig uterus are included.
Genetics
865gen QP 4.33 GR 11, 12 SEM 1,2 .5 CREDIT This course
covers the major genetic areas: cellular reproduction,
chromosomal abnormalities, inheritance patterns, molecular
genetics, and the genetic effects on biological systems. A
variety of lab activities are included.
AP Biology (Advanced Placement)
890bioAP QP 5.0 GR 11, 12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This college level course explores in depth the biological
concepts learned in the previous biology course: cell and
molecular biology, evolution and natural selection,
genetics, classification, and populations, and will be of
particular interest to those wishing to major in science or
the health professions. All students in this course must
take the AP exam. Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry; 4.0
average in Biology.
AP Chemistry (Advanced Placement)
(2005-2006)
892chemAP QP 5.0 GR 11,12 YEAR 1CREDIT
This college level course expands on the principals and
techniques learned in the first year of chemistry. An
emphasis will be placed on matter, kinetic theory of gases,
chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics and thermodynamics.
Students wishing to major in science, engineering, the
health professions or who must take Chemistry in college are
strongly encouraged to take this course. Many labs are
included. All students in the course are required to take
the AP exam in May. Prerequisites: 4.0 average in chemistry
or previous science.
Human Gene Discovery Lab
895genes QP 4.33 GR.10,11 SEM 1,2 .5 CREDIT
This introductory course is based on a series of
experiments, the development of basic research skills, and
the use of specialized lab equipment. Students investigate a
human gene as a class laboratory project while they research
its relationship to medicine and disease.
Honors Biotechnology and Ethics
898biotecH QP 4.67 GR 11,12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
In this laboratory course the class becomes a research team
choosing the organisms from which to extract DNA, and the
gene of interest for the focus of their study. The genomes
of the organisms are compared as the chosen gene is
amplified and sequenced by the students. They design their
own experiments, master the skills of PCR, restriction
enzyme digestion, automated sequencing, and bioinformatics.
After analysis of their results, they will hopefully submit
their results for publication and formal presentations to
the scientific and educational communities. The ethical,
legal, and social aspects of the Human Genome Project are
discussed. Prerequisites: minimum 3.67 GPA in a previous
science course.
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