2310 Honors Biology (10, 11, 12) 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester This course is open to students who show proficiency in both Math and English and have a genuine interest in Science. This course introduces fundamental biological and scientific principles and is an extensive and comprehensive approach to the concepts and principles governing living things. The topics of cellular biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry, human biology and the environment are treated in depth. Basic chemistry and the mathematical skills associated with it are expected as prerequisite knowledge and the concepts will be applied throughout the curriculum. Laboratory investigations reinforce concepts and math skills presented in the lectures. Pre-requisites: 90 or above in Chemistry or 85 in Honors Chemistry, minimum 85 in STEM or completion of Honors STEM with an 80. (NCAA, Applied Science Concentration.) This course is a required prerequisite for AP Environmental Science. 2320 AP Biology (11, 12) 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester This course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory Biology course for Biology majors. The aim is to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. Major areas of study include: molecules and cells, genetics and evolution, organism and populations. Laboratory work is an integral part of the course. Prerequisites: 85 in either Honors Chemistry or Honors Chemistry 2, 85 in Honors STEM or 90 in STEM. (NCAA, Applied Science Concentration) 2325 AP Biology Seminar (11, 12) 2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester This course will be a second-semester course to complete and supplement the AP Biology curriculum. It will provide preparation and practice for the AP test. It is recommended for all students who intend to take the AP Biology test. Prerequisite: 75
average in AP Biology. (Applied Science Concentration) 2400 Physics (10, 11, 12) 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester This course is designed to present a meaningful approach to the study of basic concepts of physics as they apply to matter and energy. The course focuses on Newtonian mechanics, waves, sound, electricity, and if time permits, electricity. There is a strong correlation between the grade earned in Geometry with the grade earned in Physics. This is a math-intensive course; students who have struggled with Geometry tend to continue to struggle with Physics. Past data has shown that a Geometry grade of 80 or above tends to yield a Physics grade of equal weight. Prerequisite: Completion of Geometry. (NCAA, Applied Science Concentration) 2420 AP Physics - Mechanics (11, 12) 5 Credits 80 Minutes, 1 Semester This course is an 80-minute, fall semester course that focuses on exploring concepts such as kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy and power, systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; oscillations; and gravitation. Students will be challenged to develop a deep understanding of foundational principles of physics in classical mechanics by applying these principles to complex physical situations that combine multiple aspects of physics. They will be asked to design and conduct inquiry-based laboratory investigations to solve problems through firsthand observations, data collection, analysis and interpretation fostering the development of critical thinking skills through applying methods of differential and integral calculus to formulate physical principles and solve complex physical problems. Prerequisites: Completion or concurrent placement in Calculus. (NCAA, Applied Science Concentration) 2425 AP Physics – Mechanics Seminar (11, 12) 2.5 Credits 40 Minutes, 1 Semester This second-semester course will complete and supplement the AP Physics curriculum. It is required for all students planning to take the AP 17
