Connetquot High School Science Electives

One-Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Open to 11th and 12th grade students who have successfully completed Regents Earth and Space Sciences and Regents Life Science: Biology. 

Environmental Science is the study of the Earth’s natural systems and how these systems are interrelated. As Earth’s population continues to grow, it is important to understand how the development of human resources impacts these systems. This course will concentrate mainly on environmental issues impacting Long Island. These include air, soil and water quality, waste management, land development, fossil fuel use, and exploring alternative energy sources. An essential component of this class will be understanding the importance of conservation and recycling. Potential career opportunities in environmental science related fields will also be studied. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

One-Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Completion of two Regents science courses or Living Environment 2G. 

This science elective is open to 11th and 12th grade students. The course offers an introduction to the geologic and atmospheric processes that shape our planet, and their impact on human life and property. Hazards covered include earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, landslides, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and meteorite/asteroid impacts. Students will examine where each type of hazard exists, how often these hazards are likely to occur and whether these hazards can be predicted or altered in some way to make them less threatening. The course meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

One-Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Regents Earth and Space Sciences, Life Science: Biology, and Algebra with course and Regents grades of 70 and above. 

This science elective is open to 11th and 12th grade students. Students will apply science to the law, as they develop processing skills. Content areas will include fingerprinting, serology, fiber and hair analysis, toxicology, ballistics, and general crime scene procedures. This is an activity-driven class. Therefore, students with excellent attendance records are encouraged to enroll. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

One-Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Regents Life Science: Biology with a grade of 80 or higher. 

This science elective is open to students in 11th and 12th grade students. Each of the major body systems will be investigated. The study of each system will be divided into different areas: its anatomy - the names and location of the major organs, tissues, and specialized cells in each system; and physiology - the way in which the various parts of each system function and the integration of one system with another. Emphasis will be placed throughout the course on the body's mechanisms for the maintenance of homeostasis. Laboratory experiences will be aimed at becoming familiar with the various types of equipment and techniques involved in maintaining a healthy human being (i.e., blood pressure, cholesterol, and cardiovascular function). Students will be required to perform a minimum of three dissections. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

One-Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: 11th and 12th grade students who have successfully completed the Earth and Space Sciences. 

This course will explore observational and deep space astronomy. It will include discussions about the Sun and stars, planets, moons, galaxies, the Big Bang Universe, and robotic and human spaceflight. Research projects will be conducted to analyze the likelihood of extraterrestrial life, and the evolution of our own solar system. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

Half Year Course, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Life Science: Biology. 

Students in 11th and 12th grade may enroll in this course. The course will provide a foundation for multiple medical pathways after high school. It will provide students with fundamental knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical terminology, medical diagnosis, and medical treatments. Students will participate in hands-on skills labs where they will learn skills such as airway management, bleeding control, splinting, vehicle extrication, backboarding, EKG reading, phlebotomy, and medication administration. The course will certify the students with American Heart Association level Basic Life Support CPR & First Aid. This course will meet 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

One-Half Year, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Open to 11th and 12th grade students who have successfully completed the Regents Earth and Space Sciences and Regents Life Science: Biology courses and Regents Exams. 

This course will involve a study of bones, muscles and nerves, and how they enable our bodies to engage in athletic activities. Also included in this course are the science of injuries, nutrition, training, and the physics and chemistry of movement. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

Full-Year Course, 1.0 credit

This course is for students who require a third lab science but may not have the math skills necessary for the Regents level course. This course is for students who have passed the Algebra, Earth Science and Life Science: Biology classes with course and Regents grades 65 and above and Regents Geometry with a course and Regents grade of 75 and above. Students who scored higher should register for Regents Chemistry. The course meets 7.5 periods per week. 

One-Half Year, 0.5 credit

Prerequisite: Open to 11th and 12th grade students who have successfully completed Regents Earth and Space Sciences and Regents Life Science: Biology. 

Environmental Science is the study of the Earth’s natural systems and how these systems are interrelated. As Earth’s population continues to grow, it is important to understand how the development of human resources impacts these systems. This course will concentrate mainly on environmental issues impacting Long Island. These include air, soil and water quality, waste management, land development, fossil fuel use, and exploring alternative energy sources. An essential component of this class will be understanding the importance of conservation and recycling. Potential career opportunities in environmental science related fields will also be studied. This class meets 5 periods per week for a half-year. 

Each course is one Full -Year, 1.0 credits

Our research courses are designed for students who are interested in working on a project in any of the science curriculum areas.  Students will be trained in problem solving, research skills, computer use and library research.  Emphasis will be placed on laboratory work.  Students will pursue their own research, write a research paper, prepare a professional presentation and enter various science research competitions.