SCIENCE Physical Science Required, 9th Grade, Full Year, 1 credit This course covers introductory topics in chemistry and physics and prepares students for upper level courses in these areas. Topics covered include scientific method, measurement, force, motion, machines, heat, electricity, magnetism, nuclear reactions, kinetic theory, and atomic structure, classification of matter, chemical bonds and chemical reactions. Many lab activities give students first hand knowledge of the laws and principles covered in this course. Curriculum: Glencoe, Physical Science
Biology Required, 10th Grade, Full Year, 1 credit This course examines God's creation through a Biblical Worldview. Students will study the scientific method, cell structure and function, mitosis/meiosis, DNA structure and replication, protein synthesis and genetics. Students will use microscopes, create a cell model, a DNA keychain, and a 3D printed model. The study of the Theory of Evolution will be done by an extensive look at the Animal Kingdom and God's perfect Creation. In fulfilling the Dominion Mandate, students will participate in the following dissections: jellyfish, clam, starfish, sand dollar, crayfish, perch, shark, turtle and pigeon. Curriculum: Glencoe, Biology
College Principles of Biology I (SLU BIOL 1240, Dual Credit Class) Prerequisite: Biology
11th/12th Grades, Full Year, 1 high school credit, 3 college credits First semester of the two-semester Principles of Biology sequence. Students learn about chemical and molecular basis of living organisms, cell structure and function, gene structure, expression and heredity, natural selection, and population dynamics. In addition to learning concepts in biology, students practice critical thinking and problem-solving. Requires BIOL 1245 to be taken simultaneously in the same semester. Curriculum: Pearson, Biological Science: Mastering Biology
College Principles of Biology Lab (SLU BIOL 1245, Dual Credit Class) Prerequisite: Biology
11th/12th Grades, Full Year, 1 high school credit, 1 college credit BIOL 1245 covers experimental approaches used in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, and population dynamics. Students will learn to use scientific instruments and techniques implemented in these fields. Students will propose and test hypotheses, collect and analyze data, represent data visually, and practice written and oral scientific communication skills. Requires BIOL 1240 to be taken simultaneously in the same semester. Curriculum: Pearson, Biological Science, Mastering Biology
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