Aquatic Science

03030000 Aquatic Science

Recommended Grade Levels: 10-12

Prerequisite: Required: Biology; Suggested: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry

Credit: 1

Description: In Aquatic Science, students study the interactions of biotic and abiotic components in aquatic environments, including impacts on aquatic systems. Investigations and field work in this course may emphasize fresh water or marine aspects of aquatic science depending primarily upon the natural resources available for study near the school. Students who successfully complete Aquatic Science will acquire knowledge about a variety of aquatic systems, conduct investigations and observations of aquatic environments, work collaboratively with peers, and develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.