Biology
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Biology 1 is a laboratory-oriented course designed to give students
a background in biological concepts as well as experience in using
the methods of scientific inquiry. The course focuses on the life
processes that occur within the cell, the anatomy and physiology
of complex multicellular organisms, and the ways by which life forms
reproduce, develop, and adapt to conditions in their environment.
The course includes a unit on human life education that addresses
the topics of human reproduction and human development. Parents have
the option of withdrawing their children from any or all topics included
in the state-mandated Family Life Education portion. Students opting-out
will be provided with alternative biology lessons.
Students are required to take the Biology Standards of Learning test.
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Honors Biology
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Biology 1 Honors utilizes a molecular approach to the study of biology.
This lab-centered course stresses cell processes and the anatomy
and physiology of multicellular organisms. Biology 1 Honors includes
a unit on human life education that addresses the topics of human
reproduction and human development. Parents have the option of withdrawing
their children from any or all topics included in the state-mandated
Family Life Education portion. Students opting-out will be provided
with alternative biology lessons. Students will be involved in doing
experimental/research projects, either independently or in teams.
Students are required to take the Biology Standards of Learning test.
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AP Biology
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.The purpose of this course is to prepare students to take the Advanced
Placement Biology exam for which college credit and/or placement
may be granted by an approving institution for a qualifying score.
Advanced Placement Biology is a second-level biology course that
utilizes laboratory research activities to acquaint students with
the means by which biological information is collected and interpreted.
The course is designed for students who have completed the core science
curriculum and are now prepared to pursue more advanced and specialized
studies.
Students are required to take the Advanced Placement Biology exam.
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Senior Science Investigations
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The purpose of this course is to prepare students to take the Advanced
Placement Biology exam for which college credit and/or placement
may be granted by an approving institution for a qualifying score.
Advanced Placement Biology is a second-level biology course that
utilizes laboratory research activities to acquaint students with
the means by which biological information is collected and interpreted.
The course is designed for students who have completed the core science
curriculum and are now prepared to pursue more advanced and specialized
studies.
Students are required to take the Advanced Placement Biology exam.
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| Anatomy
and Physiology:
Intro of Medical Science
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Human Anatomy and Physiology provides students with an in-depth understanding
and working knowledge of the human body. It covers the ten systems
of the human body with emphasis on the mechanisms that maintain homeostasis.
Lab activities cover both the physiological as well as the anatomical
aspects of human biology. Careers in the medical sciences are explored
and an internship is required.
This course does not count as one of the science credits for the
standard diploma. It can be used as the fourth science credit for
an advanced studies diploma, if the student has already taken three
science courses from three different disciplines
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Chemistry
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Chemistry 1 is designed to enable all students to acquire an understanding
of how chemical theory is developed and how a chemist thinks and
works. Students investigate the composition, properties, and reactions
of matter. The approach is inductive and mathematical, as well as
conceptual. Laboratory experiments and subsequent classroom analysis
are integral components of the course.
Students are required to take the Chemistry Standards of Learning
test.
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Honors Chemistry
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Chemistry 1 Honors utilizes an inductive approach to the teaching
of chemistry. By performing a carefully planned sequence of laboratory
experiments, students obtain evidence to support the development
of the major concepts of modern chemistry. The history and philosophy
of science are also stressed throughout the course. Students will
be involved in doing experimental/research projects, either independently
or in teams.
Students are required to take the Chemistry Standards of Learning
test
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AP Chemistry
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The purpose of this course is to prepare students to take the Advanced
Placement examination, for which college credit and/or placement
may be given if a qualifying score is achieved. Advanced Placement
Chemistry is a second-level, laboratory-centered course that provides
an opportunity for students to undertake a more comprehensive investigation
of some aspects of chemistry than is normally possible in the first-year
chemistry course. It is designed for students who have completed
a core science curriculum and are now ready to pursue more advanced
and specialized studies.
Students are required to take the Advanced Placement Chemistry exam.
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Physics
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Physics 1 introduces the central concepts of physics, including
the dual wave-particle nature of light, the conservation laws (mass,
energy, and momentum), and atomic theory. This laboratory-centered
course utilizes an approach that is inductive and mathematical as
well as conceptual.
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Honors Physics
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Physics 1 Honors introduces the most central concepts of physics,
including the dual wave-particle nature of light, the conservation
laws (mass, energy, and momentum), and atomic theory. This course
is laboratory-centered and employs the methods of scientific inquiry.
Students will be involved in doing experimental/research projects,
either independently or in teams.
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Active Physics
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Active Physics is a physical science for students with weak math
skills. This course has a strong emphasis on experimentation using
computers and probeware. The six units of study include the physics
of: sports, medicine, transportation, home, communication and predictions.
The physics content is presented in a problem solving manner to strengthen
science and math content knowledge and skills.
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Physics of Technology
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Physics of Technology is for students who
are interested in science, engineering, and technology but whose mathematics
study is limited to Algebra 1. The course addresses all of the physics
standards through specific engineering and physics concepts as well
as process skills such as research, experimental design, and communication.
The course emphasizes a systems approach utilized in our technological
society and mathematical rigor in gaining understanding of engineering
and physics concepts. This single-period laboratory course emphasizes
the process of inquiry and discovery through laboratory investigation
and hands-on activities. For more information, contact the Marshall
or Chantilly Academy web sites at:
http://www.fcps.edu/MarshallAcademy/, or
http://www.fcps.edu/ChantillyAcademy/.
Note: Counts as one science credit for either the standard or advanced
diploma.
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| Engineering Physics
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This course is most appropriate for students anticipating employment
or further studies in the sciences, engineering, or technology
fields. This course is designed to provide a technology-based approach
to learning engineering and physics concepts. As a laboratory-based
course, students will learn how to measure forces, work, rates,
resistance, energy, power, and momentum in mechanical, electronic,
fluid, and thermal systems. Additionally, students will investigate
light, sound, radiation, and other wave phenomena. Emphasis will
be placed upon various instrumental and computer measurements and
data analysis. This laboratory-based physics course is designed
to enrich the knowledge and skill of students who have a strong
background in math and science. This course is available to all
students countywide and is offered at the Chantilly and Marshall
Academies in FY2002-2003. For more information, contact the Marshall
or Chantilly Academy web sites at:
http://www.fcps.edu/MarshallAcademy/, or
http://www.fcps.edu/ChantillyAcademy/. Note: Counts as one science
credit for either the standard or advanced diploma.
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AP Physics
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The purpose of this course is to prepare students to take the Advanced
Placement Physics C examination, for which college credit and/or
placement may be given if a qualifying score is achieved. Advanced
Placement Physics is a second-level course which surveys a broad
selection of physics topics at a level above Physics 1. It is designed
for students who have completed a core science curriculum and are
now ready to pursue more advanced and specialized studies. AP Physics
C serves as the foundation in physics for students who wish to pursue
physical science or engineering degrees.
Students are required to take the Advanced Placement Physics C exam.
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Geosystems
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Geosystems integrates content from geology, astronomy, oceanography,
and meteorology with various forms of technology, social and environmental
issues, and hands-on experiments. Students will explore concepts
using computers, telecommunications equipment, graphing calculators,
probeware, CD-ROM’s, and image processing software.
Students are required to take the Earth Science Standards of Learning
test.
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Concepts Science
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This course may be offered only with the approval of the Office
of High School Instruction and K-12 Curriculum Services. Contact
Mary Hall, ESOL Specialist, 208-7708.
This course taught by science teachers is designed for ESOL LA and
A students. The course provides the students with background information,
key vocabulary, and the basic concepts and skills in preparation
for taking Biology. This course can be offered on a semester basis
for a half credit.
This course may be repeated for elective credit.
Concepts Science is an elective and does not satisfy the state science
graduation requirements. This course can be repeated for elective
credit.
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