Introduction to Computer Science: Introduction to Computer Science introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, Computer Science prepares students for college and career. Fulfills Math Requirement or STEM elective Level 2 Prerequisite:
1 credit C or higher in Algebra I and/or Teacher Recommendation
AP Computer Science This Advanced Placement course is designed to introduce students to computer programming. Students will be exposed to topics that include algorithms, data structures, design and abstraction. The course makes use of JAVA and JAVA Libraries to write computer code . Pending state approval, if there is no monetary charge for the AP exam, AP Exam is required. Fulfills Math Requirement or STEM elective Level 0 Prerequisite:
1 Credit 80 or better in Algebra II or teacher recommendation
Achievement Math/Math Lab This course serves as an SRBI support. It consists of two types of interventions, Tier II and Tier III. Students in Tier II intervention meet twice a week to support math being taken concurrently within another full year course and to support homework completion and skills. Within Tier III, students meet three times a week to fill individual skill gaps that will enhance numeracy, graphing, solving, and arithmetic skills. This course is also taken in conjunction with the regularly scheduled, full year math course. Fulfills STEM elective Level 3 Prerequisite:
.25 Credit Teacher recommendation and class benchmarks
Technical Math: Technical Math is a study of arithmetic and algebraic operations applied to manufacturing circumstances. Topics covered include fractions, decimals, tolerances, percentages, signed numbers, power, roots, the metric systems, ratios, proportions, and geometric/trigonometric applications. Students will have an understanding of how algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics relate to technical careers. Students that successfully complete the Technical Math course will be able to take the Housatonic Community College (HCC) Manufacturing Math I Assessment. Any student that receives a score of 85 or higher on this assessment will have qualified to test out of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center's (AMTC's) Manufacturing Math I course for up to one year. Level 2 Prerequisite:
1 credit Successful completion of Algebra 1 or Algebra 1 Part A and Part B AND teacher recommendation
SCIENCE General Science This course is an introductory course encompassing several branches of science. It examines the concepts of chemistry, physical science, earth science and ecology. Providing a foundation for all future science courses. A variety of instructional strategies and hands-on activities result in an understanding of the dynamic nature of our planet. Open to Freshman Academy only. Fulfills Science Requirement Level 2
1 Credit
Biology A survey course designed to gain a broad understanding of the fundamental themes of biology, including: ecology, cell structure, genetics and genomics, evolution, and taxonomy. Students apply techniques of scientific discovery while developing a variety of laboratory skills. Fulfills Science Requirement Level 2
1 Credit
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