Science
| General Science:
This course is a two-semester survey course divided into two sections.
The course is activity based, revolving around the scientific process
and method. One semester (GS-L) will consist of inquiry, earth science,
and life science topics. One semester (GS-P) will relate to the physical
sciences. A students earning at least a "C+" in General
Science should go on and be successful in Earth Science at a later time |
**All Science classes are considered Electoral. However, you must have Four Semesters of Natural Science or Two semesters of Natural Science and both Health One and Two to pass.** General Science - Elective; 2 credits |
| Earth Science: This course of study is designed to give students a broad perspective of planet Earth. Emphasis is placed on understandingthe processes that shape our planet, the atmosphere and our changing weather, Earth's position in space and Earth's water supply. The approach of this course is through text, lab, excercixes, and hands-on activities. | |
| Biology: The study of biology is concerned with distinguishing living from nonliving matter; organizational levels of biology from protoplasm to organism; basic biochemistry; the nature of SNA and organix change; classification of life forms; structure and function of selected individual organisms; and how the abiotic enviorment and biotic community relate to each other. Biology is required of any student who plans to later take Anatomy and Phisiology and is strongly recommended before taking first year Chemistry. It is importnat that both semesters of Biology be taken in the same year. | |
| Chemisty - Prerequisite: 1 year of Algebra & Biology; Chemistry is a science dealing with the composition of materials and the changes in composition, which these materials undergo. It is a necessary requirment for all preprofessional careers and many technical careers. The follofing areas are included: home economics, premed., pre-vet., agriculture, all engineering careers and all physical science careers. Chemistry requires a good mathematical background. This course provides both a lecture and a laboratory base of instruction. | |
| Advanced Chemistry - Prerequisite: Chemistry with "C" grade or better; This is a review as well as a continuation of many of the topics discussed in Chemistry. New topics include solution chemistry. oxidation-reduction reactions, aced-base reactions, bonding, chemical kinetics and some aspects of periodic law. In addition, there is an emphasis on problem solving and on the development of laboratory techniques. | |
| Physics - Prerequisite: 1 year of Algebra; This course provides students with knowledge of the foundations of physics, the major relationships between physical quantities and the natural laws governing physical actions. Students will have oppurtunities to expand and apply their knowledge through laboratory investigations and projects. Students will gain understanding of natural phenomena ranging from the subatomic to the outer depth of space. The main subdivisions are kinematics, dynamics, forms of energy and relativity. Physics is a prerequisite for engineering and health careers and has practical value for the college bound student. | |
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Anatomy & Physiology - Prerequisite: at least a "C-" in Biology; In this course a study will be made of the basic concepts of mammalian anatomy, particularly the human body structure and function beyond the level of biology. The development and growth of the major body systems will be stressed. Any student serious about a health career should take this course, which is offered both first and second semesters. |
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| Geology - Available 2006-2007; This one semester course is designed for the student who wishes to gain a deeper appreciation of the geological aspects of our planet. Students will investigate the physical characteristics of Earth. Primary topics include: mineral resources, map reading, rocks and rock cycle, plate techtonics, weathering and erosion, rivers, Iowa landscapes and national parks of geological interest. | |