Prerequisites: Biology I and Chemistry I are highly recommended
Description: Anatomy and Physiology is a survey course of study directed through the anatomical and physiological systems of humans. This laboratory course* is designed for the student interested in health occupations and in how the body works. The student explores the structure and function of systems and how each contributes to the complete homeostasis of the body, including integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, digestive, renal, respiratory, and reproductive. The student also participates in the examination of cells, histology, and basic chemistry as it applies to the study of physiology. Dissection is required for the anatomy portion of the course.
Prerequisites: None Special Requirement: Students must be willing to participate in rigorous, college level curriculum with nightly outside work, in depth writing and reading, and daily active classroom participation. It is the expectation that all students enrolled will take the AP exam in May.
Description: This laboratory class is designed to provide the student with the scientific principles, concepts and methodologies required to understand, identify, and analyze environmental problems all natural and man-made, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. The course is interdisciplinary, covering topics in the fields of geology, biology, chemistry, geography, and physics. The student examines the following themes: science is a process; energy conversions underlie all ecological processes; the Earth itself is one interconnected system; humans alter natural systems; environmental problems at cultural and social context; and human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems.
*To register for a Dual Credit CNM course, the student must pass the ACCUPLACER exam.
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Algebra I
Description: This laboratory course is designed to acquaint the student with the study of geology and astronomy and their related fields. The course emphasizes historical and physical geology. Topics may include paleontology, geologic time, plate tectonics, and map reading. Astronomy topics may include planetary geology and evolution of the stars and universe. The student examines scientific thinking and practices and how science impacts individuals, society, and New Mexico. Literacy strategies (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, and research) are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Biology I & Chemistry I
Description: The laboratory course is designed as a course for the student interested in forensic science. The philosophical, rational, and practical framework that supports a forensic investigation is presented via an integrated curriculum. This course presents the unifying principles of forensic science, discusses the foundation of forensic science in the basic sciences and mathematics, and introduces the technique of integrating these areas in the determination of the cause of death. The student studies forensic anthropology, biochemistry, chemistry, botany, entomology, and physics as well as problem-solving techniques utilized in analyzing a crime scene. Other topics include ballistics, autopsies, and mass disasters, epidemiology of environmental disaster, biological weapons as well as toxicology, microbiology, and pathology. The instructor utilizes a variety of techniques (e.g., demonstration, lecture, laboratory case studies) and literacy strategies (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, research) to deliver the curriculum.
In this required course, the student learns about all aspects of health and wellness through learning experiences that emphasize an increased awareness of health behaviors and their positive and negative consequences. Areas of study include, but are not limited to health promotion, acquisition of health information, health behaviors, health factors, interpersonal communication skills, goal setting, and health advocacy. Literacy skills of reading, writing, speaking, viewing, and researching are integrated throughout the course
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Health I and Biology I
Description: Health care has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry that has profound effects on our society. As medical advancements continue to grow, so do issues faced by society, patients, and health care providers. In Health Careers I, the student studies a variety of topics that include, but are not limited to, health promotion; acquisition of health information; health behaviors; health factors; interpersonal communications skills; goal setting; health advocacy; safety, first aid, and emergency care; and career readiness. The student networks with health care professionals both in and out of the classroom setting. He/she explores a variety of health careers (e.g., dentistry, pharmacy, geriatric care). Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the course.
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Health I and Biology I
Description: Health care has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry that has profound effects on our society. As medical advancements continue to grow, so do issues faced by society, patients, and health care providers. In Health Careers I, the student studies a variety of topics that include, but are not limited to, health promotion; acquisition of health information; health behaviors; health factors; interpersonal communications skills; goal setting; health advocacy; safety, first aid, and emergency care; and career readiness. The student networks with health care professionals both in and out of the classroom setting. He/she explores a variety of health careers (e.g., dentistry, pharmacy, geriatric care). Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the course.
Description: Nutrition covers the major components of what a student needs to know to maintain a healthy wellbeing. The main focus areas are, but not limited to, factors that influence nutrition and wellness, categories and functions of nutrients, wellness needs of families and individuals, preparation/safety and sanitation, and science and technology. Careers in nutrition are explored. Nutrition labs help facilitate learning throughout the course. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Sports Med I
Materials Fee: $25
Description: Sports Medicine I is recommended for the student who is considering a career in the health- or medicine related field. The student examines anatomical and physiological systems of the human body and how they relate to physical activity. Special attention is given to the following topics: skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and nervous systems; the prevention, cause/effect, treatment, and reconditioning of athletic injuries; emergency care and first aid; and athletic training. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Sports Medicine II
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Sports Medicine I
Materials Fee: $25
Description: Sports Medicine II builds on Sports Medicine I and is recommended for the student who is serious about health- or medical-related careers. The student acquires knowledge of sport-related injury recognition and prevention; emergency care and first aid; and rehabilitation. Special emphasis is placed on musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, and neuromuscular body systems as well as evaluation techniques and disposition of athletic injuries. Literacy strategies are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Pre-Engineering physics exceeds state standards. This is a pre-engineering course that examines the fundamentals of electrical, mechanical and material science engineering. This course examines the fundamental relationship between matter and energy through integrated student designed and developed engineering projects. Students will explore the conversion of energy from nuclear, thrermal, electrical, and hydro resource into usable mechanical energy. This course will also investigate energy on an astronomical scale. Students will develop a theoretical background in the classroom and apply this knowledge along with critical thinking skills to real-world engineering problems in a laboratory setting. Computerized data acquisition and analysis plays a key role in laboratory experimentation. Culminating each semester, students will collaborate to develop an integrated design project. Students will develop the strong problem-solving skills necessary for success in engineering and technical careers.