Science
HSC210A
Earth & Space Science A
This course will focus on Michigan's Earth Science content expectations including: space systems, stellar evolution, and cosmological evolution. This course will feature application of physics and chemistry concepts within an Earth and Space science context.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience, Environmental Science
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B Conceptual Science A/B or HSC505A - Honors Chemistry in the Environment or HSC515A/B Honors Physics in the Universe
HSC210B
Earth & Space Science B
This course will focus on Michigan's Earth Science content expectations including: Earth history, Earth systems (biosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere), weather & climate, and human impacts.This course will feature application of physics and chemistry concepts within an Earth and Space science context.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience, Environmental Science.
COURSE NOTE: If you take this course, you must also take HSC210A Earth and Space Science A
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
HSC200A
Conceptual Science A
Conceptual Science is designed to support students in developing an understanding of the forces and energy involved in atomic and molecular interactions. Conceptual Science is a conceptually intensive study of atomic level interactions and energy transformations. Students will develop and use models to explain the flow of energy and cycles of matter at both the macroscopic and submicroscopic scales. The goal is to support students in building a foundation that prepares them for explaining and making predictions about important phenomena in all science disciplines. Conceptual Science A consists of two units that focus on answering a driving question designed to engage students in the learning goal and help them relate and build connections among ideas developed throughout the unit. Each unit is made up of a series of investigations, which in turn consists of several activities.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Conceptual Science A before taking Conceptual Science B. This course, along with Conceptual Science B, fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10
PREREQUISITE: HSC100A/B - Biology or HSC510A - Honors Biology
HSC200B
Conceptual Science B
Conceptual Science is designed to support students in developing an understanding of the forces and energy involved in atomic and molecular interactions. Conceptual Science is a conceptually intensive study of atomic level interactions and energy transformations. Students will develop and use models to explain the flow of energy and cycles of matter at both the macroscopic and submicroscopic scales. The goal is to support students in building a foundation that prepares them for explaining and making predictions about important phenomena in all science disciplines. Conceptual Science B consists of two units that focus on answering a driving question designed to engage students in the learning goal and help them relate and build connections among ideas developed throughout the unit. Each unit is made up of a series of investigations, which in turn consists of several activities.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Conceptual Science A before taking Conceptual Science B. This course, along with Conceptual Science A, fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take Conceptual Science A
HSC100A
Biology A
This laboratory-based course uses a more conceptual approach than Honors Biology and will focus on building scientific skills for students. This is a laboratory-based course where students will focus on building scientific skills through exploration, experimentation, concept writing and classroom discussion. The course focuses on processes that transform matter and energy at multiple scales. Students cover the topics at the following levels: Cellular and atomic molecular (combustion, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, digestion, and biosynthesis), Organismal (growth and metabolism in plants, animals, and decomposers), Ecosystem (matter cycling and energy flow), and Earth systems (carbon cycling and climate change). The units engage students in three-dimensional reasoning about these topics as questioners, investigators, and explainers. The instructional approach of the course is one of inquiry where students master key concepts and skills.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Biology A before taking Biology B. This course, along with Biology B, satisfies 1.0 credits towards the district biology requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC100B - Biology B
HSC100B
Biology B
This laboratory-based course uses a more conceptual approach than Honors Biology and will focus on building scientific skills for students. This is a laboratory-based course where students will focus on building scientific skills through exploration, experimentation, concept writing and classroom discussion. The course focuses on processes that transform matter and energy at multiple scales. Students cover the topics of genetics and evolution. The instructional approach of the course is one of inquiry where students master key concepts and skills.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Biology A before taking Biology B. This course, along with Biology A, satisfies 1.0 credits towards the district biology requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 9-10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC100A - Biology A
HSC807
Genetics & Biotechnology
Genetics and Biotechnology is a laboratory-based course integrating the fundamentals of genetics with the new discoveries and the technology used to make these discoveries.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
COURSE NOTE: Conceptual science or Honors Chemistry in the Environment can also be taken concurrently with Genetics & Biotechnology
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC100A/B - Biology or HSC510A/B - Honors Biology
HSC505A
Honors Chemistry in the Environment A
This is a course that stresses the theoretical and mathematical relationships of matter and energy. Students will also explore how chemistry concepts help us understand our environment. The course involves extensive laboratory work, including safety and techniques. It is recommended for the student who wishes to pursue science in college or for any student with sufficient aptitude.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Honors Chemistry in the Environment A before taking Honors Chemistry in the Environment B. This course fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: HMA100A/B Algebra 1 or HMA530A/B Honors Algebra AND HSC100A/B - Biology or HSC510A/B - Honors Biology
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC505B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment B
HSC505B
Honors Chemistry in the Environment B
This is a course that stresses the theoretical and mathematical relationships of matter and energy. Students will also explore how chemistry concepts help us understand our environment. The course involves extensive laboratory work, including safety and techniques. It is recommended for the student who wishes to pursue science in college or for any student with sufficient aptitude.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology.
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Honors Chemistry in the Environment A before taking Honors Chemistry in the Environment B. This course fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC505A - Honors Chemistry in the Environment A
HSC515A
Honors Physics in the Universe A
Physics is the study of matter and energy, and their interactions. Honors Physics is a conceptually and mathematically intensive study of mechanics, waves, electricity, magnetism, and other selected topics. Students also explore how physics helps to explain phenomena in our universe. This course stresses a more mathematical approach than the Conceptual Science course.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must be concurrently taking Algebra 2 or a higher level math course. Students must successfully complete Honors Physics in the Universe A before taking Honors Physics in the Universe B. This course fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC100A/B - Biology or HSC510A/B - Honors Biology
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC515B - Honors Physics in the Universe B AND HMA300A/B - Algebra 2/Trigonometry or HMA301C/D - 2-Year Algebra 2/Trigonometry (4 Semesters) or HMA530A/B- Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry
HSC515B
Honors Physics in the Universe B
Physics is the study of matter and energy, and their interactions. Honors Physics is a conceptually and mathematically intensive study of mechanics, waves, electricity, magnetism, and other selected topics. Students also explore how physics helps to explain phenomena in our universe. This course stresses a more mathematical approach than the Conceptual Science course.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must be concurrently taking Algebra 2 or a higher level math course. Students must successfully complete Honors Physics in the Universe A before taking Honors Physics in the Universe B. This course fulfills the Core Science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC515A - Honors Physics in the Universe A
HSC809
ZOO-ology
ZOO-ology is a class that studies animals in captivity. Topics covered include Ecology, Classification, Behavior, Reproduction, and Zoo Design. In addition, the class will examine the layout of several zoos around the world and compare them to the Detroit Zoo. The zoo's role in reviving endangered species will be investigated, as well as the use of genetic engineering in the zoos of the future. Computer use, labs, exhibit design, and a field trip to the Detroit Zoo will be part of the class.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
HSC806
Forensic Science
Introduction to Forensic Science is a one-semester course that uses an interdisciplinary approach to the analysis of crime scene evidence. The course will use forensic science topics to learn science processes and the scientific method. Activities include extensive laboratory work.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Core Science requirements.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
HSC804
Astronomy
This course explores the topics history of astronomy, spectroscopy, light and telescopes, the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies and cosmology.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
COURSE NOTE: This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Core Science requirements.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HMA200A/B - Geometry or HMA520A/B - Honors Geometry
HSC808
Principles of Weather and Climate
This course is designed for students with an interest in meteorology and other Earth sciences. It will include the study of weather-making processes, storms and worldwide climates. The course will incorporate a web-based core that will use the internet and software that focuses on real-time weather data, as well as historical weather and climate data. Other lab work will be conducted to investigate concepts and principles of atmospheric dynamics.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
COURSE NOTE: This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Core Science requirements.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B - Conceptual Science or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment or HSC515A/B - Honors Physics in the Universe
HSC803
Anatomy and Physiology
This is a lab-centered course studying development and the major systems of the human body. Dissection is required in order to compare another mammal to the human body.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Core Science requirements.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC100A/B - Biology or HSC510A/B - Honors Biology AND HSC200A/B Conceptual Science or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry
HCT830B
Principles of Engineering B - Science PLTW (Project Lead the Way)
Interested in a career in engineering? This is the first of two exciting courses that explore a broad range of engineering topics through hands-on projects within all fields of engineering. This course will expose students to some of the major concepts they will encounter in a post-secondary engineering course of study. Students will have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers, as well as to develop skills and understanding of course concepts. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts to find solutions to engineering design problems. Students will develop skills in problem solving and design, while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration and presentation.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology (STEM)
COURSE NOTE: In order to be eligible for Project Lead the Way credit, students must complete HCT822A/B - Introduction to Engineering Design, HCT830B - Principles of Engineering B - Science and HCT830A - Principles of Engineering A - Math. Advanced placement college credit may be available and transferable to more than 100 colleges and universities throughout the nation through partnership with PLTW.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: HCT822A/B - Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HCT830A - Principles of Engineering A - Math PLTW (Project Lead the Way)
HSC510A
Honors Biology A
This course is intended for students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in science thus far. This is a laboratory-based course where students will focus on building scientific skills through exploration, experimentation, concept writing and classroom discussion. The course focuses on processes that transform matter and energy at multiple scales. Students cover the topics at the following levels: Cellular and atomic molecular (combustion, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, digestion, and biosynthesis), Organismal (growth and metabolism in plants, animals, and decomposers), Ecosystem (matter cycling and energy flow), and Earth systems (carbon cycling and climate change). The units engage students in three-dimensional reasoning about these topics as questioners, investigators, and explainers. The instructional approach of the course is one of inquiry where students master key concepts and skills. In comparison to the regular Biology course, the honors course will focus on a greater level of content depth and the enhancement of scientific skills.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Honors Biology A before taking Honors Biology B. This course, along with Honors Biology B, satisfies 1.0 credits towards the district biology requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC510B - Honors Biology B
HSC510B
Honors Biology B
This course is intended for students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in science thus far. This is a laboratory-based course where students will focus on building scientific skills through exploration, experimentation, concept writing and classroom discussion. The course focuses on processes that transform matter and energy at multiple scales. Students cover the topics of genetics and evolution. The instructional approach of the course is one of inquiry where students master key concepts and skills. In comparison to the regular Biology course, the honors course will focus on a greater level of content depth and the enhancement of scientific skills.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete Honors Biology A before taking Honors Biology B. This course, along with Honors Biology A, satisfies 1.0 credits towards the district biology requirement.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Honors
GRADE: 9
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC510A - Honors Biology A
HSC610A
Advanced Placement Biology A
The Advanced Placement Biology course is designed to meet the objectives of an introductory college-level biology course. This laboratory-based course will focus on four big ideas: evolution, growth and homeostasis, genetics, and ecology.
Students who successfully complete AP Biology will be well prepared for the more advanced biological science courses in college.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: A student must successfully complete AP Biology A before taking AP Biology B. All AP level courses require input from your current teacher in that department. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B Conceptual Science or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC610B - Advanced Placement Biology B
HSC610B
Advanced Placement Biology B
The Advanced Placement Biology course is designed to meet the objectives of an introductory college-level biology course. The laboratory-based course will focus on four big ideas: evolution, growth and homeostasis, genetics, and ecology.
Students who successfully complete AP Biology will be well prepared for the more advanced biological science courses in college.
**Pathway: Health Sciences
COURSE NOTE: A student must successfully complete AP Biology A before taking AP Biology B. All AP level courses require input from your current teacher in that department. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC610A - Advanced Placement Biology A
HSC600A
Advanced Placement Environmental Science A
Students will study the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, identify and analyze environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks involved and problem-solve solutions. It is a two-term course for which one term of college credit can be earned. This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Life and Physical science requirements.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
COURSE NOTE: A student must successfully complete AP Environmental Science A before taking AP Environmental Science B. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B - Conceptual Science or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC600B - Advanced Placement Environmental Science B
HSC600B
Advanced Placement Environmental Science B
Students will study the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, identify and analyze environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks involved and problem-solve solutions. It is a two-term course for which one term of college credit can be earned. This is an elective science class. It does not fulfill the Life and Physical science requirements.
**Pathway: Natural Science & Agriscience
COURSE NOTE: A student must successfully complete AP Environmental Science A before taking AP Environmental Science B. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take VSC600A - Advanced Placement Environmental Science A
HSC605A
Advanced Placement Chemistry A
This is a course designed as preparation for the Advanced Placement Examination in Chemistry that is offered each May by the College Board. It is general inorganic chemistry with a strong emphasis on kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. This course is equivalent to freshman college chemistry and is taught at that level. The College Board recommends that the student spend at least five hours a week in unsupervised individual study. Students taking this class must have an excellent background in mathematics. The course involves extensive laboratory work with more in-depth investigations of major concepts.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete AP Chemistry A before taking AP Chemistry B. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B - Conceptual Science or HSC505B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC605B - Advanced Placement Chemistry B
HSC605B
Advanced Placement Chemistry B
This is a course designed as preparation for the Advanced Placement Examination in Chemistry that is offered each May by the College Board. It is general inorganic chemistry with a strong emphasis on kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. This course is equivalent to freshman college chemistry and is taught at that level. The College Board recommends that the student spend at least five hours a week in unsupervised individual study. Students taking this class must have an excellent background in mathematics. The course involves extensive laboratory work with more in-depth investigations of major concepts.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students must successfully complete AP Chemistry A before taking AP Chemistry B. Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC605A - Advanced Placement Chemistry A
HSC615A
Advanced Placement Physics C A
Advanced Placement Physics is designed to prepare the student to take the Physics Advanced Placement Test. There is a strong emphasis on mathematics, using Calculus where appropriate. The focus of the course is aimed at enabling the student to use physical reasoning to solve problems. The AP Physics course covers mechanics in the first term, and electricity and magnetism in the second.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing. Combined with completion of HSC615B - AP Physics C B, to complete the state-approved formal CTE program for 1.0 fourth-year credit Math.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Honors Physics AND have completed or be concurrently enrolled in a Calculus course.
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC615B - Advanced Placement Physics C B
HSC615B
Advanced Placement Physics C B
Advanced Placement Physics is designed to prepare the student to take the Physics Advanced Placement Test. There is a strong emphasis on mathematics, using Calculus where appropriate. The focus of the course is aimed at enabling the student to use physical reasoning to solve problems. The AP Physics course covers mechanics in the first term, and electricity and magnetism in the second.
**Pathway: Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
COURSE NOTE: Students will be encouraged to take the AP Exam in May, from which they may earn college credit and/or advanced standing. Combined with completion of HSC615A - AP Physics C A, to complete the state-approved formal CTE program for 1.0 fourth-year credit Math.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HSC615A - Advanced Placement Physics C A
IBSC100A/B/C/D
IBDP Biology A/B/C/D
This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme or as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
Biology Higher Level is a four-semester course that focuses on concepts crucial to the understanding of the biological sciences, as well as experimental laboratory work. Students are expected to learn about the diversity that exists in the field of biology as well as to actively engage in the process of scientific inquiry. This course is divided into seven major units: Ecology, Biochemistry, Cells, Genetics, Botany, Evolution and Anatomy and Physiology.
Biology Higher Level will focus on inquiry-based reasoning methods that allow students to become aware of how the scientific community works and communicates. These methods will involve the formation, testing, and modification of hypotheses through observation, experimentation, collection, and analysis of data. At the end of the course, students will be expected to collaborate, utilize informational technology skills, appreciate scientific limitations and possibilities, and understand the significance of the scientific process.
COURSE NOTE: This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. Each semester builds upon the previous semester in content and skills. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme OR as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: International Baccalaureate
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC510A/B - Honors Biology or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment
COREQUISITES: Grade 11 takes IBSC100A/B - IBDP Biology A/B. Grade 12 takes IBSC100C/D - IBDP Biology C/D.
IBSC205A/B/C/D-IB
IBDP Chemistry A/B/C/D
This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme or as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
IB Chemistry HL is a Diploma Programme Group 4 course that emphasizes the use of experimentation, inquiry learning, and analytical thinking to develop the concepts outlined in the IB Chemistry HL curriculum. The course involves a thorough experimental component that develops the students' ability to design and conduct experiments. Students will also participate in an interdisciplinary 10 hour Group 4 Project in the fall of the 12th grade year.
**Pathways: Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Technology, Health Sciences, Human Services, Natural Resources and Agriscience.
COURSE NOTE: This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. Each semester builds upon the previous semester in content and skills. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme OR as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: International Baccalaureate
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC200A/B - Conceptual Science or HSC505A/B - Honors Chemistry in the Environment AND Algebra 1
COREQUISITES: Grade 11 takes IBSC205A/B 0 IB Chemistry A/B. Grade 12 takes IBSC205C/D - IB Chemistry C/D.
IBSC215A/B/C/D-IB
IBDP Physics A/B/C/D
This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme OR as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
IB Physics HL is a Diploma Programme Group 4 course that emphasizes the use of laboratory experimentation, inquiry learning and thinking critically to uncover the objectives listed for the IB Physics HL curriculum found at: http://www.ibo.org/en/programmes/diploma-programme/curriculum/sciences/physics/
The course involves a thorough experimental component that includes formal lab reports used as an internal assessment. The external assessment exam will occur in the spring of the 12th grade. A co-requisite would be Precalculus. Ideally, the student will have completed Physics or Honors Physics, but it is not a requirement.
**Pathways: Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technology, Health Sciences, Human Services and Natural Resources & Agriscience.
COURSE NOTE: 10420A/B - Honors Physics is recommended but not required. This class is a two-year college-level course (four semesters), started in 11th grade. Each semester builds upon the previous semester in content and skills. This course can be taken as part of the IB Diploma Programme OR as an individual course separate from the Diploma Programme.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: International Baccalaureate
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: HSC515A/B - Honors Physics in the Universe or HSC200A/B - Conceptual Science
COREQUISITES: Grade 11 takes IBSC215A/B - IB Physics A/B. Grade 12 takes IBSC215C/D - IB Physics B/C.
IBSC800A/B-IB
IBDP Sports, Exercise & Health Science A/B
This is a ONE YEAR College Level Course. It is a perfect fit for anyone interested in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing or Medicine. It incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition, which are studied in the context of Sport, Exercise and Health. Students will cover a range of topics and carry out practical (experimental) investigations in both laboratory and field settings. This will provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and understanding necessary to apply scientific principles and critically analyze performance. Where relevant, the course will address issues of international dimension and ethics by considering sport, exercise and health relative to the individual and in a global context.
IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science Curriculum
COURSE NOTE: SEHS video, will introduce you to SEHS-created by an IBDP student.
Assessment is an integral part of teaching and learning. The most important aims of assessment in the Diploma Programme are that it should support curricular goals and encourage appropriate student learning. Both external and internal assessments are used in the Diploma Programme. IB examiners mark work produced for external assessment, while work produced for internal assessment is marked by teachers and externally moderated by the IB. An optional final exam is available for college credit in the spring of your Junior or Senior year, dependent on when you take the course.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: International Baccalaureate
GRADE: 11-12