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SCIENCE
510 Legos Challenge Course 1 Credit
The course uses Legos as its basic materials. During the school year,
there are three challenges per quarter. Each challenge is planned to
direct the student's focus twoard differnt aspects of physical science
and mechanical design. These challenges require students to create a
machine to solve a given problem. Students plan, design, build, and
test their machines and then, learning from these tests, rebuild their
machines with modifications ions based on these tests. At the end of
each challenge, students complete with their designed machines to see
who best solved the problem.
After each competition, students evaluate their machines' performance
in the competition. As part of their evaluation, students take close
up, detailed pictures of their machines and document their review in
writing with a description of how their machine functioned and specific
recommendtions for modifications, (changing grea ratios, etc.,) for
improvement. During the year, students create a portfolio of their projects
and the machines they built. The culminating project for the course
is students using computers to control the machines they created which
serves as an introduction to the subject of robotics.
509 Basic Science Course 1 Credit
This course will review and practice basic science skills for ninth
grade student who need basic eighth grade science skills, content and
knowledge. Learning the basic science content, knowledge, and skills
will enable a number of students to be more successful as they progress.
Students who are recommend by their eighth grade teachers and students
who fail the high school science test for incoming ninth grader students
will be placed in this course. This course will follow the Vermont State
Grade Level Expectations and develop students' abilities in a number
of basic science content areas including measuring, data collection,
graphing, and laboratory report presentation skills. The course content
will include practice of the Metric system, learning the names and safe
use of laboratory equipment, and practicing the scientific method.
Prerequisite: Teacher, guidance or department recommendation
Science Department - Core Courses
As a graduation requirement, all students are required to earn 3 Science
credits. The first two years - Physics/Chemistry 9th grade and Biology
10th grade - required of all students.
Grade 9 - Physics and Chemistry
Note: Grade 9 Physics and Chemistry must be completed before progressing
to Grade 10 Biology
511 Honors Physics and Chemistry 1 Credit
This rigorous, standards-based course uses transportation and communication
themes as a method of conveying scientific themes. In transportation,
students experientially and mathematically study forces, momentum and
Newton's Laws of Motion. The communication theme delves into waves in
sound and the electromagnetic spectrum which advance our technological
lives. The chemistry component involves research, simulations and modeling
of the structure of the atom, chemical reactions and related laws, and
acids and bases. Basic understanding of the periodic table of elements
is also covered. Independent reading and strong reading comprehension
skills are required.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in Algebra I.
512 Physics and Chemistry 1 Credit
This standards-based course uses transportation and communication themes
as a method of conveying scientific themes. In transportation, students
experientially learn about forces, momentum and Newton's Laws of Motion.
The communication theme investigates waves in sound and the electromagnetic
spectrum which advance our technological lives. The chemistry component
addresses the structure of the atom, basic understanding of the periodic
table, chemical reactions and related laws, radioactivity and the properties
of gases.
513 Applied Physics and Chemistry 1 Credit
This standards-based course uses transportation and communication themes
as a method of conveying scientific themes. In transportation students
are experientially introduced to forces, momentum and Newton's Laws
of Motion. The communication theme investigates waves in sound and the
electromagnetic spectrum. "Journey to the Moon" explores gravity
and other physical characteristics of space science. The chemistry component
addresses the structure of the atom, basic understanding of the periodic
table, chemical reactions and radioactivity.
Grade 10 - Biology
Note: Grade 10 Biology must be completed before progressing to third
year of science.
521 Honors Biology 1 Credit
The Vermont Science Standards are the guideposts to this investigatory
course. Topics such as cell biology, genetics, human biology, evolutionary
theory and ecosystem structure and function are investigatory pursuits
that encourage students to observe, analyze, and reach conclusions.
Strong reading comprehension skills are required to excel on independent
reading assignments that lead into laboratory activities and discussion.
Group work and projects that promote computer literacy, science technology
and writing skills can be expected to challenge students of honors biology.
Topics of biology that show current importance such, as nutrition, conservation,
the human genome project, molecular biology and reproductive science
are addressed.
Prerequisite: Freshmen Honors Physics/Chemistry
522 Biology 1 Credit
Guided by the Vermont Science Standards, this course investigates the
topics of cell biology, genetics, human biology, evolution and classification
of all living things. Building skills in organizations, observation,
data collection, analysis and conclusions is an essential part of making
this course relative to real life experience and current scientific
issues. Group work and individual projects are devised to challenge
and engage students in a higher level of understanding of the cell,
bacteria, protists, viruses, and classification. Students are evaluated
on their notebooks, daily journal entries, test scores, lab write-ups,
homework and projects.
Prerequisite: Freshmen Physics/Chemistry
523 Applied Biology 1 Credit
This practical application to the Living World standards includes four
units: Cells, Ecology, Evolution, and the Human Body. Each unit is comprised
of labs, assessments, and projects. The emphasis in this course is on
organization, classification and understanding of the interdependence
of all living things. Students are evaluated on their notebooks, daily
journal entries, test scores, lab write-ups and homework.
Prerequisite: Freshmen Applied Physics/Chemistry
Grade 11 & 12
524, 526 Earth, Space and Environment 1 Credit
"Earth, Space, and Environment" is two semester long course
open to juniors and seniors who have successfully completed freshman
"Physics and Chemistry" and "Biology." The course
is divided into four sections, corresponding to the marking periods.
These sections are Earth's Changing surface, Inside the Earth, Astronomy,
and Environmental Science. The student will study the Earth's origin
and processes, the nature of space, and what environmental problems
threaten life today. Classes will consist of demonstrations and discussions,
research and student presentations, as well as group lab work and class
exercises. Grades will be assigned based on performance on class work,
notebooks, quizzes, and tests.
Prerequisite: Freshmen Physics/Chemistry, and Biology
525, 527 Applied Earth, Space and Environment 1 Credit
"Earth, Space, And Environment" is a practical application,
two semester long courses open to juniors and seniors who have successfully
completed freshman "Applied Physics and Chemistry" and "Applied
Biology." The course is divided into four sections, corresponding
to the marking periods. These sections are Earth's Changing surface,
Inside the Earth, Astronomy, and Environmental Science. The student
will study the Earth's origin and processes, the nature of space, and
what environmental problems threaten life today. Classes will consist
of demonstrations and discussions, research and student presentations,
as well as group lab work and class exercises. Grades will be assigned
based on performance on class work, notebooks, quizzes, and tests.
Prerequisite: Applied Freshman Physics/Chemistry, and Applied
Biology
531 Honors Chemistry 1 Credit
The Honors Chemistry Course will continue where the Freshman Science
Course of the Chemistry section left off. The mole concept will be studied
and applied to chemical reactions and to calculate the amount of unknown
product produced. The arrangement of the atom will be explained by the
Quantum Theory. This theory will be used to explain why the elements
are placed in a specific area in the Period Chart. Acids, bases and
salts will be studied in the context of solution concentrations of Normality
and Molarity. The student will study carbon compounds, such a alcohol,
ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acid, esters, benzene and many
other organic compounds. Chemical equilibrium, LeChatelier's Principle,
oxidation reduction reactions will be investigated. All of these topics
will be augmented with activities and experiments.
Prerequisite: Algebra I, Honors Physics/Chemistry, and Honors
Biology or permission
535 Honors Science Electric Vehicle 1 Credit
The design and building of a road legal electric vehicle is the underlying
theme by which advanced science students will learn and practice advanced
electronics, automotive systems design, social impacts of technology,
battery chemistry, the physics of motion and resource management. They
will apply their mathematical skills to process data, create, use and
maintain databases. They will be encouraged to get involved in public
transportation issues and debate, working on public policy. Throughout
the year this honors science course will require individual research
and project/paper presentation. This intensive hands-on course will
address the Vermont Science Standards.
Prerequisite: Algebra II and approval from the instructor
541 Honors Physics 1 Credit
This course is based on both the text and strong hands-on experiences.
Students are expected to have strong math skills and be able to handle
a consistent homework load. The course includes design challenges, word
problems, concepts, group work and computer use. Extensive outside reading
and summaries will be expected. Work will include material addressing
the Vermont Science Standards for 3rd-4th year students. Experiments
and team work form a large part of this course.
Prerequisite: Algebra II and approval from the instructor
545 Advanced Placement (AP) Biology 1 Credit
Advanced Placement Biology is a college level course introducing students
to principles and processes of biology on a molecular level. The class
focuses on laboratory experiences, discussion, and independent reading
of material presented in the text. Grades are based on tests, journals,
labs, and class participation. Upon successful completion of this course,
students will be eligible to take an examination administered by the
College Board. Depending on their score students may receive college
credit.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in Algebra II, have completed Honors
Biology, Honors Chemistry, and approval from the instructor.
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