SCIENCE 3 credits

global communities. In addition to enhancing students’ appreciation of the physical world and promoting engagement in matters of civil and scientific importance, students will also be knowledgeable of most topics and skills that will be assessed on the SAT II Physics subject test. This course is a prerequisite for AP Physics C.

Engineering I & II (H) - 5776 & 5777

Single Term | Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

0.5 Credit

Students that enroll in the Engineering course will work towards creating social impact from a variety of engineering perspectives. They will empathize with clients and populations to determine real world needs and design practical solutions that work within actual and measurable parameters to meet those needs. By applying concepts learned throughout their science experience they will iterate through proposals that are sophisticated, creative, elegant, and feasible. They will collaborate with local and global professionals and communities to articulate needs that must be addressed, present refined solutions, and propose a course of action to see their solutions through. The course is offered in a single term format but students are encouraged to take Engineering I and II as a year-long (1 credit) experience.

Environmental Science - 5430

Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II their physical and chemical environments. This hybrid course has been designed to integrate traditional teaching styles and technology. A deepened understanding and knowledge of marine organisms and their habitats will be a key component of this course. Students will engage in hands-on lab investigations including dissections and data collecting at various shore points and along the Florida keys. This intimate connection with the environment will help develop a better understanding of life and life processes. NOTE: Students must be available to travel to the Florida Keys with the class during the spring term, and must complete an authentic research project while taking Research I and Research II concurrently.

Meteorology - 5861 0.5 Credit

Single Term | Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

In this course, we will explore the Earth’s atmosphere and how it gives rise to weather. Weather affects everything that we do, and understanding the forces at work is humanity’s best chance at making accurate forecasts. With a blend of engaging lectures and interactive, hands-on lab activities, students will learn what causes the weather and how we can attempt to predict it. Whether you’re catching rays on an exotic beach in Florida or being buried by snow in Vermont, you’ll understand the dynamics at work.

0.5

Credit

An introductory level environmental science course. This course will focus on the connections and impacts human civilization has with the world around it. Through a project based approach students will understand the human effects on the biologic, geologic, and chemical systems we are a part of.

Lab techniques in Chemistry and Biology (H) - 5851

Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

0.5 Credit

This course provides an overview of lab techniques used in chemistry and biology to students who want to pursue acareer in science or medicine. Students will complete projects and laboratory experiments with an emphasis placed on depth of understanding of the lab techniques. Students will make real-world connections with the major types of reactions used in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, reaction energetics and mechanisms, and the analytical techniques involved.

Marine Biology (H) - 5320

Grades: 11, 12

1 Credit

Prerequisites: Integrated Science II | Participate in the spring semester Florida Keys trip

The objective of this class is to introduce major topics concerning the marine world. Some of these topics include: marine habitats; marine vertebrates with emphasis on fishes; ecological principles of near shore and open ocean organisms; the evolution of systems in major phyla of invertebrates; and interactions between organisms and

Modern Medicine (H) - 5170 0.5 Credit

Single Term | Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

Will we ever find a cure for cancer? What are the cutting edge treatments for diabetes? How is someone infected with HIV? How do certain drugs affect my health? These questions (and so much more!) will be the topics of discussion in Modern Medicine, a rigorous course designed to explore the medical applications of Anatomy and Physiology. Modern Medicine is perfect for any student interested in working in the healthcare field (i.e. nursing, medicine, pharmacy, dental, physical therapy, research) or for the motivated student seeking to become a more medically-informed citizen.

Physics (H) - 5520 1 Credit

Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

Students will discover and test the universal laws of Physics through the use of inquiry activities and formal laboratory experiments, conducted both individually and in collaborative student groups. They will analyze their findings with a skeptical eye in order to articulate, through multiple communication media, applications of those laws to modern problems and their solutions in both local and global communities. In addition to enhancing students’ appreciation of the physical world and promoting engagement in matters of civil and scientific importance, students will also be knowledgeable of most topics and skills that will be assessed on the SAT II Physics subject test.

Zoology - 5860

Single Term | Grades: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Integrated Science II

0.5 Credit

This course is designed to introduce students to different phyla of organisms in the kingdom animalia. We will cover various aspects of these animals in terms of their growth and development, structure and bodily function, hunting and feeding techniques, mating and reproductive behaviors, migratory patterns, and their evolutionary history. We will discuss and revisit throughout the year the ethics and morality of hunting/fishing, zoos and aquariums as tourist attractions, and the large scale meat farming operations used all over the world. Students will participate in several hands-on learning activities including animal dissections, campus animal ID nature walks, and an in-classroom “adopt an animal” caretaking experience. This class will run during Morning Block and spots may be limited and dependent upon course prerequisites.

Agriculture and Botany - 5490

Prerequisite- Integrated science II

0.5

Credit

This introduction to agriculture, farming, and sustainable food production is designed for those that have an interest in learning how to grow fresh and healthy produce and other vegetation. Students will learn the different nutrient cycles plants need to flourish, the different grow zones that are fit for certain types of crops, as well as soil amending and crop rotation techniques to maximize harvest yields. Students will get a variety of hands-on practice in our classroom greenhouse, outdoor garden area, school nature trails, and potentially student-designed aquaponics systems.

Robotics Design and Automation I-IV - 4670

Grades 9,10,11,12

0.5

Credit

The Robotics Design & Automation credit can be earned by students who demonstrate proficiencies and skills for an appropriate knowledge of pivotal aspects of robotics, these include: CAD modeling, machining and assembly, mechanical motion, electrical wiring, and programming. Students will learn and develop skills asynchronously and, likely, over a number of years. Upon meeting selected criteria students should complete a seminal project to demonstrate their learning and receive their credit. This credit is not associated with any particular course registration but rather earned upon completion of the competencies. Students that are interested in pursuing this credited experience should indicate their interest with their counselor and the Science Department Curriculum Coordinator to learn more about the process.

Social Studies 2 credits

Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator: Steve Swope • sswope@malvernprep.org

Critical analysis, media literacy, research, written and oral presentation of learning are at the center of curricular offerings. All Upper School courses (freshman and sophomore included) are designed with a common goal and theme in mind: within each course, graduate each young man as a more informed and responsible citizen.

Social Studies Electives

The department offers a wide array of electives suited for 11th and 12th-grade students. Students in the freshman year are required to complete Global Perspectives. All sophomore students will enroll in United States History at the academic, honors, or Advanced Placement level. Placement here is largely based on freshman performance and teacher recommendation. Placement for Honors and AP course electives at the junior/senior level is also based on classroom performance and teacher recommendation.

Global Perspectives - 6020

1

Credit Grades: 9 through a variety of mediums. The advanced course will go into even more detail and require extensive reading and writing beyond what is expected from the students opting for the academic sections.

Global Perspectives is designed to connect students to real-world issues of the past and present. Course content will focus on regions around the world, the role geography plays in their development, and their relations with the United States. The main objective of this course is to gain an understanding of how the past shapes the present while developing empathy and becoming better readers, writers, and thinkers.

AP United States History - 6305 1 Credit Grades: 10, 11

Prerequisite: Global Perspectives

United States History (A) - 6220

Prerequisite: Global Perspectives

1

Credit Grades: 10

This course will cover the time periods from the preColumbian era to the present age. Students will study the major events that have played a significant role in forging our nation from an outpost on the edge of the British Empire to a country with unprecedented power in the history of mankind. The course will focus on the trials and successes that have shaped the character of the nation. An important goal for the course is for students to gain a better understanding of our nation’s past in order to be better citizens. By understanding the historic context and evolution of the Constitution, the complexities of immigration, the sacrifices of people from all walks of life to build and safeguard this country, and the changing concept of freedom and citizenship, students will be better able to actively participate in the political debate essential to a successful democracy. In addition, they will grapple with complex issues from multiple perspectives. Students will also practice and refine a variety of organization and communication skills necessary to be effective students of history and active citizens.

United States History (H) - 6350 1 Credit Grades: 10

Prerequisite: Global Perspectives

This course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the history of the United States. It covers from Pre-Columbian society to the present. Using chronological and thematic approaches to the material, the course exposes students to extensive primary and secondary sources and to the interpretations of various historians. Class participation through discussions, debates, and cooperative learning activities is required. Special emphasis will be placed on critical reading and essays. This fast-moving course will require students to master relevant concepts and demonstrate the ability to communicate their understanding

As a sophomore Advanced Placement course, the curriculum is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the history of the United States. It covers from Pre-Columbian society to the present. Using chronological and thematic approaches to the material, the course exposes students to extensive primary and secondary sources and to the interpretations of various historians. Class participation through discussions, debates, and cooperative learning activities is required. Special emphasis will be placed on critical reading and essays. This fast-moving course will require students to master relevant concepts and demonstrate the ability to communicate their understanding through a variety of mediums. The AP course will go into even more detail and require extensive reading and writing beyond what is expected from the students opting for either the academic or honors sections.

African American History - 6552 1 Credit

Grades: 11, 12

The African American History course is offered to all juniors and seniors. Students will journey through African culture, kingdoms, and customs of West Africa. The course will explore the Middle Passage and the development of slavery. Students will gain insight through literary passages, research projects, and various media outlets to learn about the slave mentality. In addition, African American culture in “Black America” will be explored from the eras of Jim Crow, Civil Rights, Black Lives Matter, Judicial system, and the successes and struggles in a post-slavery society. Students will be exposed to significant historical sites that will aide in the educational impact of the course. Students should expect to take deep dives into discussions and will be asked to consider multiple perspectives as they engage with their peers during this course.