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SCIENCE SPH2603 PHYSICAL SCIENCE Grade 09 1 credit each year An introductory course to the chemical properties of matter and energy including the metric system, molecular structure, acid and base reactions, and applying chemistry to chemicals in the home. The basic principles of physics are explored with selected laboratory experiences emphasizing observations, recording and interpreting data and calculations using experimental data. These skills will be developed into units such as measurement of matter (use of metric system), basic mechanics and motion, heat energy, wave motion, sound and light. SLH2003 BIOLOGY 1 Grade 10 1 credit each year A laboratory course to develop understanding of fundamental life processes, relationship of structure and function, relationship of organisms to their biological and physical environment, environmental adaptations, classification, reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Emphasis is on the use of laboratory techniques and procedures to develop inquiry skills processes and strategies and basic concepts of living matter. SIH3603 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Grade 11-12 1 credit each year This course follows: None This is a problem or issues based course where students investigate environmental issues and problems of our technological society. Students analyze environmental issues, identify and evaluate alternate solutions, and take appropriate actions to help maintain or improve the quality of our sustainable environment. Emphasis is on the use of laboratory and fieldwork study to the local and global environment. SLH8003 ADVANCED PLACEMENT BIOLOGY Grades 10-12 1 credit each year This is a college level course in biology based on the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board. Emphasis is on extensive laboratory experience and further development of underlying principles of biology. In-depth conceptual developments include diversity among organisms, relations between form and function, evolutionary change, energy essential for life, biochemistry, continuity of living things, and ecological relations. The course helps to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Examination, which is three hours in length and is given in May. SEH2503 MARINE SCIENCE Grades 11-12 1 credit each year Designed to familiarize the student with the marine environment. Study will be divided between physical oceanography, marine biology, and fishing in Hawaii. Physical oceanography will consider waves, currents, water chemistry, topography and geology of the ocean floor. Marine Biology will concentrate on classification, identification, and ecology of ocean life, with emphasis on local forms. Fishing techniques will also be discussed. Laboratory dissections will be encouraged. Generally, about 40% of class time will consist of laboratory experiences and 60% will be spent in lecture / discussion / problem solving. SLH7503 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Grades 11-12 1 credit each year This course provides a basic study of human anatomy and physiology from cellular to multi systematic levels. Students learn about each system in the body by lab activities, inquiry and cooperative learning. Students learn to apply acquired knowledge in analysis, synthesis and evaluation of real world applications. Dissection of the fetal pig is required. SPH3503 CHEMISTRY Grades 11-12 1 credit each year Topics to be covered are the structure of the atom, including quantum mechanics, chemical reaction, and energy changes. Other topics will include an introduction to qualitative and quantitative analysis. Emphasis will be placed on algebraic problem solving. Laboratory experiments and demonstrations will be carried out to illustrate concepts and techniques. SPH5003 ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY Grade 11-12 1 credit each year A.P. Chemistry is an advanced high school chemistry course designed for those students planning to major in science and engineering in college, and is based on the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board. The students enrolling in the course will be expected to take the A.P. Chemistry test in May of the following year. The course will develop models of the atoms and molecules. Composition of substances and the changes that substances undergo will be studied. The students will study properties of the elements and compounds and the way that they react both in a theoretical nature and in the laboratory. Such topics as measurements, ideal gas laws, heats of reactions, Bohr atom, quantum mechanics, kinetics, solubility, equilibrium, redox reactions, nuclear reactions, and an introduction to organic chemistry will be discussed. Students will also be introduced to computer interfacing in the laboratory. SPH6003 BASIC PHYSICS Grade 11-12 1 credit each year The general physics course is for students who would like a third or fourth year of science but do not intend to enter science or mathematics as a career. The topics in the course are broken down to four basic areas: mechanics, fluids, electricity, and heat (thermo). Topics covered in each area include forces, work, and power, rates, resistance, and transformers. Concepts and ideas are discovered and tested through laboratory activities and projects. This applied course attempts to relate specific science concepts to related vocational topics - auto, agriculture, etc. SPH5603 PHYSICS Grade 11-12 1 credit each year This is a (college prep) physics course which studies the basic areas of mechanics, electricity and light. The emphasis of the course is in the area of mechanics. The course requires the student to express his/her thoughts clearly and be able to follow the development of ideas presented by others, whether oral or written. Students learn unifying concepts and ideas. In the laboratory, students will sharpen their skills at observation, data collection, analysis and safety. Throughout the year, individual and team projects are utilized to allow students to apply physics principles and concepts, problem solving strategies and cooperative learning skills. SPH7503 ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS Grade 11-12 1 credit each year This is a college level course in calculus based physics with an emphasis on the area of mechanics. The course is based on the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board and is designed for those students planning to major in science and engineering in college. Students enrolling in the course will be expected to take the AP Physics test in May of the following year. Laboratory experimentation and inquiry are used to help lead students to generalizations, use of graphing in data and analysis, and greater precision in measurement. Students will often utilize computer technology to collect, graph, and/or analyze data. The main focus on mechanics includes concepts involving motion and fore dynamics, rotational- statistics, and dynamics, the conservation laws and basic wave theory and applications. Extended topics beyond mechanics include introductions to electricity, magnetism, and light. |
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