Course Descriptions

Author:		Carol Eischeid
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APPLIED SCIENCE
Grades: 10-12
Length: Year
Prerequisite: None

This is a general science class for non-college bound students or for students who are planning a field of study where science is not a prerequisite. In this class, students delve into some of the problems, solutions, and impacts that have resulted from the applications of scientific principles. The topics discussed are, but are not limited to, bio-related technologies, power technologies, synthetic materials, ecology, and science in the home and on the farm.

HUMAN ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY
Grades: 11-12
Length: Year
Prerequisite: Successful completion of biology, chemistry, or physical science


The course Human Anatomy/Physiology will deal with understanding the structure and function of the human body. This course is especially suited as preparation for students pursuing careers in health-related fields, as a college-prep course, or as an insightful look at one's own body. In addition to fairly rigorous terminology used in regard to structures and processes, diseases and disorders will be addressed. Students will access class material via myelearning accounts.

GENERAL SCIENCE
Grades: 10-12
Length: Year
Prerequisite: none


Science is pervasive; there is nothing that exists in this universe that is not governed by the scientific principles. In general science, some of the principles in the three areas of earth science, physics, and chemistry. will be covered. Topics included will be the solar system, its beginnings, and its components; forces of nature; forces and motion, and basic chemistry. Notes, assignments, and labs will be a part of the course work, along with periodic quizzes and tests.

BUSINESS MATH
Grades:  11-12
Length:  Year
Prerequisite: None

Business Math is a course designed to better prepare students for the mathematical problems to be encountered upon graduation.  A review of computational skills will accompnay units on personal money records, buying problems, wages, insurance, taxes, and commisions.  Students will learn the basics of borrowing and saving money, home ownership, insurance and investments.

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