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The Science Department offers an array of courses designed to fit the needs of all students. Three units of science are required for graduation. One unit must be biology, and one unit must be either chemistry or physics.
Biology 1
Biology I
2 terms - 1 credit Grade 9 Academy Only
1 term - 1 credit (Transfer students)
Biology I is primarily a study of genetics, microbiology, botany, zoology, and ecology. This course is designed specifically to prepare students for the end of course exam.
Biology I Honors
year long-1 credit
Grade 9
Academy Only
Biology is primarily an in-depth study of genetics, microbiology, botany, zoology, and ecology. Students completing this course are required to take an End of Course Exam, which will count towards a percentage of the overall grade. This course is intended for the student who plans to go into upper-level science courses. It is recommended that ninth-graders choosing this course be enrolled in Honors Algebra I or Honors Geometry in order to be prepared for the next science course, Chemistry.
Environmental Science
Environmental Science
1 term-1 credit
Grades 10, 11, 12
Environmental Science helps students understand how the natural world is connected, identify environmental issues, and explore solutions. The course focuses on core ideas and practices of science and engineering, building skills for college, careers, and everyday problem-solving.
Chemistry 1
Chemistry I
1 term-1 credit
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Biology I
Chemistry is a science course structured for university-bound students who have successfully completed Biology I. Students are introduced to the properties and behavior of matter beginning with an in-depth study of atomic theory. Other focuses of study include chemical bonding, stoichiometry, phases of matter, solution chemistry, and chemical reactions. Laboratory observations are based on the principles and concepts learned in class.
Honors Chemistry I
1 term-1 credit
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Biology I
Chemistry is a science course structured for university-bound students who have successfully completed Biology I. Students are introduced to the properties and behavior of matter beginning with an in-depth study of atomic theory. Other focuses of study include chemical bonding, stoichiometry, phases of matter, solution chemistry, and chemical reactions. Laboratory observations are based on the principles and concepts learned in class.
This course meets the state framework requirements to be designated an honors class and is eligible for the additional percentage point weighting.
Biology 2
Honors Biology II
1 term-1 credit
Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology I and Chemistry I
Honors Biology II is structured for all students. Honors Biology II is a course that includes many college biological topics such as taxonomy, microbiology, vertebrate and invertebrate zoology, and botany. This course meets the state framework requirements to be designated an honors class and is eligible for the additional percentage point weighting.
Physics
Physics
1 term-1 credit
Grades 11, 12
Physics is a science course designed to meet the third state science requirement for students not taking Chemistry I. Fields of study include statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, light, and electricity.
AP Physics
2 term-2 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Algebra II
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of trigonometry.
Physics is an advanced science course for university-bound students. Fields of study include statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, light, and electricity.
Dual Enrollment Chemistry
Dual Enrollment Biochemistry of Human Body Systems
1 term - 1 credit
Grades: 11, 12
Taught on-campus at WBHS.
Maryville College Dual Enrollment Chemistry is a unique course designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn some of the main core concepts of the chemistry of the human body. The "Medical chemistry" course provides an in-depth understanding of the chemical processes of the human body and its interactions with the environment. This course satisfies scientific reasoning for physical science (PS) in the general education curriculum.
Advance Placement Chemistry, Biology, Physics
AP Biology
2 term - 2 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology I
“AP Biology in an introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations as they explore the following topics: evolution, cellular processes--energy and communication, genetics, information transfer, ecology, and interactions.” © College Board
AP Physics
2 term-2 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Algebra II
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of trigonometry.
Physics is an advanced science course for university-bound students. Fields of study include statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, light, and electricity.
AP Chemistry
2 terms-2 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II
“AP Chemistry provides students with a college-level foundation to support future advanced coursework in chemistry. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based investigations, as they explore topics such as: atomic structure, intermolecular forces and bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium.” © College Board
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