Course SelectionScience Department

Integrated Science

All Sophomores must take Integrated Science, unless they are taking Honors IS or Honors Chemistry

1.4 creditsPhysics, Chemistry, and Earth Science

Integrated Science Honors

For Sophomores ONLYBiology I Honors with a B or better OR

Biology with an A Complete Algebra I with a C or betterMust successfully complete summer

assignment

Chemistry Honors

Biology I Honors with a B or better OR Biology I with an A

Algebra I with a B or betterMust successfully complete summer

assignment1.4 credits

Chemistry

Algebra I with a C or betterAtomic and molecular structureLab workMath very importantJuniors and Seniors Only

AP Chemistry This class will offer a national curriculum aimed at

preparing students for the AP exam in chemistry. Process learning and laboratory experimentation will be key components of this course.

Prerequisites: Completion of Chemistry 1 Honors with a C or better and permission of science department head. Successful completion of the AP Chemistry summer assignment.

Earn College Credit- AP Exam

Physics for Science Majors

Juniors and Seniors ONLY!!!!!Must have passed Algebra I with a B or

better1.4 creditsGeared towards students planning on

going to college for math/science/medical

Emphasis on math

Physics 1.20 credits    Prerequisite - Completion of

Algebra I (MA 0614) with a C or better

This course will emphasize the conceptual development of the same physics topics as Physics for Science Majors. 

It is for students who do not plan to pursue collegiate study of science, engineering, medicine, or other science-related fields or who wish to employ only Algebra I skills during the study of physics.

This course was formerly called Conceptual Physics

AP Physics 1 AP Physics 1 is the equivalent to a first-semester college

course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Highly motivated students will employ inquiry learning methods during laboratory investigations, interactive discussions and independent study during the summer and each recess. Taking the AP Physics exam in May is required.

Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra II (MA 0694) with a B- or better and permission of science department head. Successful completion of the AP Physics I summer assignment.

Earn College Credit- AP Exam

AP Physics 2 AP Physics 2 is the equivalent to a second-semester college

course in algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; and atomic and nuclear physics. Highly motivated students will employ inquiry learning methods during laboratory investigations, interactive discussions and independent study during the summer and each recess. Taking the AP Physics exam in May is required.

Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra II (MA 0694) with a B- or better and permission of science department head. Successful completion of the AP Physics II summer assignment.

Earn College Credit- AP Exam

Bioethics (1/2 Year)Science Fiction or Real Life? Can you Regrow a Cut off Finger? Receive Artificial Blood?

Cure Disease/ Cancer with your own stem cells? Clone a Human Being? Receive an organ from a Pig? Design

your Baby (Choose Traits)? Can you make a liver using an ink jet computer printer?

Ethics: Right or Wrong? Should 6 IVF embryos be implanted? (Octomom?) Should we clone extinct species? (Jurassic Park?) Should people be paid for organ donation, Egg Donation,

Surrogacy (Be pregnant with someone else’s baby)? Should we destroy the Frozen unused embryos? (Is that

Abortion?) Should you be allowed to have a baby to treat your sick child?

If you are Curious, Come Take Bioethics!

Marine BiologyFull year course for one credit.

Course investigates the physical and biological aspects of the marine environment and its organisms.

Dissections:

Clam

Squid

Shark

Anatomy & PhysiologyFull Year Course—1.2 creditsCovers each body system in detail

Nervous System

Respiratory System

Cardiovascular/ Blood

Lymphatic System

Digestive System

Urinary System

Endocrine System

Reproductive System

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Integumentary System

Environmental Science

Lab Experience in every field of science

International GLOBE program research at Cove River

Class consists of 75% hands on labs and group projects, 25% notes

Science you can apply to your life today

Make a difference, DO IT!

Astronomy--.5 credits

Topics Covered: Stars, Supernova, and Blackholes Astrobiology (Aliens) Space Travel Field trip to Yale Observatory

METEOROLOGY--.5 credits

Study of the weather (not meteors!!) Major Project on Natural Disasters Hands on activities and Labs to demonstrate weather

topics covered Use of weather maps to forecast weather

Forensics--.5 creditsForensic Science will investigate the

tools used to analyze and investigate crime.

Topics such as fingerprinting, blood spatter, DNA, autopsy, fiber, hair and Handwriting analysis will be studied.

A case history of various crimes will be also be investigated.

STEM PROGRAMProject Lead the Way

Intro to Engineering Design(Honors Credit and College Credit Available for Qualifying

Students) 1 credit, Grades 9-12, Co-requisite: Algebra I This course emphasizes the development of design and

communication. Students study the design concepts of form and function; then, use state-of-the-art technology to translate conceptual design into reproducible products. During introduction to engineering design student learning will culminate in students completing an innovation project. Introduction to Engineering Design is a course that teaches problem solving skills utilizing the design-development process. Effective team work is central to project based assignments. Models of products are created, analyzed, evaluated, and communicated using solid modeling computer design software. Students will also be introduced to how product design interfaces with business, marketing, manufacturing, and operations. Students can design a wide range of products from children toys to prosthetics and biomedical devices. Students will maintain a design portfolio throughout the course.

Principles of Engineering(Honors Credit and College Credit Available for Qualifying

Students) 1 credit, Grades 10-12, Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I

with a C or better and current enrollment in at least Algebra II This course provides an overview of engineering and engineering

technology. Students develop problem‐solving skills by tackling real‐world engineering problems. Students develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges, document their work and communicate solutions. Through theory and practical hands‐on experiences, they address the emerging social and political consequences of technological change. Exploring various engineering systems and processes help students learn how engineers and engineering technicians use math, science, technology, and teamwork in an engineering process to benefit society. Applied physics concepts are introduced and utilized to help analyze project solutions. Instructional units utilize supplementary engineering analysis software. Topics include: overview of engineering, design process, communication and documentation, energy, electricity, control systems and robotics, engineering systems, thermodynamics, engineering for quality and reliability, statics and kinematics, fluid mechanics (hydraulics & pneumatics), and structures.

Civil Engineering and Architecture

(Honors Credit and College Credit Available for Qualifying Students) 1 credit, Grades 10-12, Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I The major focus of this course is completing long-term projects

that involve the development of property sites. As students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture, they apply what they learn to the design and development of a property. The course provides teachers and students freedom to develop the property as a simulation or for students to model the experiences that civil engineers and architects face. Students work in teams, exploring hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to help them design solutions to solve major course projects. Students learn about documenting their project, solving problems and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture.

Digital Electronics(Honors Credit and College Credit Available for Qualifying Students)

1 credit, Grades 10-12, Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I

Digital electronics is the foundation of all modern electronic devices such as mobile phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras and high-defi nition televisions. Students are introduced to the process of combinational and sequential logic design, teamwork, communication methods, engineering standards and technical documentation.