Weighted Grade Point Average Courses at FMHS

The list of courses below are eligible for a weighted grade point average (G.P.A.).  These courses will be graded upon a five-point scale (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=1, F=0).  The list of courses is reviewed annually.

HONORS ENGLISH 9

OPEN TO: 9

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

English 9 is a skills-based course to help student develop proficiencies in the areas of reading, literary analysis, writing, grammar and usage, oral communication, and research.  Students will be asked to do close readings of both literary and informational text. Students will also learn the art of analyzing and writing arguments as well as analyzing and evaluating informational texts. Students will write both argumentative, narrative, and informational pieces. Students will learn how to discuss text using evidence from text to guide them.

HONORS ENGLISH 10

OPEN TO: 10

PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 9

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

English 10 is a skills-based course to help student further develop proficiencies in the areas of reading, literary analysis, writing, grammar and usage, oral communication, and research.  Students will be asked to do close readings of historical texts, informational texts, literacy texts, and argumentative texts. Students will hone in on their collaboration skills to further enhance their understanding of discussion techniques and etiquette.

AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION

OPEN TO: 11 , 12

PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 10

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: Reading/Writing Requirement

CAPACITY: 30

AP Language and Composition requires students to write in several forms (e.g. -  expository, analytical, and argumentative essays).  The course requires students to write essays through several stages or drafts, with revision aided by the instructor and peers.  The course will include three major essays (3 to 5 pages in length).

AP LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION

OPEN TO: 12

PREREQUISITE: AP LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: READING/WRITING REQUIREMENT

CAPACITY: 30

AP Literature and Composition is a college-level class regarding literature and composition. Students will be expected to use careful reading skills and critical analysis of literature. Students will deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to craft literary works. Additionally, students will be honing their own composition skills marked by style, voice, wide-ranging vocabulary, variety of sentence structure, logical organization, and effective use of rhetoric.

HONORS ALGEBRA 1

OPEN TO: 9

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

Algebra 1 will help students to view algebra as a theoretical tool for analyzing and describing mathematical relationships.  Students will also experience the power of algebraic thinking in a context of applications by studying the mathematical modeling of real world problems.

HONORS GEOMETRY

OPEN TO: 10

PREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA 1

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

In Geometry, students will develop geometric skills and concepts, as well as  the ability to construct formal logical arguments in a geometric setting. Students will cover formal geometry concepts, connect algebra and geometry, and use geometry to solve real-life problems. Students will explore plane and solid geometry, properties of geometric figures, similarity and congruence, and formal logic and proof.  This course will prepare students for Algebra 2.

HONORS ALGEBRA 2

OPEN TO: 11

PREREQUISITE: GEOMETRY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

Algebra 2 is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts.  It develops advanced algebra skills such as systems of equations, advanced polynomials, imaginary and complex numbers, quadratics, and powers and includes the study of trigonometric and logarithmic functions.  The course will introduce matrices and their properties.

STATISTICS

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA 2, RIT SCORE OF 234 OR HIGHER ON THE MAP MATH TEST

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Statistics & Probability provides tools for describing variability in data and for making informed decisions that take numbers into account.”  Statistics and Probability is designed for college bound students who have demonstrated success in Algebra II and desire to continue to explore a large range of topics with an emphasis on real-world applications.

A section of Statistics will be offered during third trimester each year so that juniors can complete Algebra II and take Statistics in the same year.

TRIGONOMETRY

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA 2, RIT SCORE OF 234 OR HIGHER ON THE MAP MATH TEST

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Trigonometry has its origins in the study of triangle measurement.  Natural generalizations of the ratios of right-triangle trigonometry gives rise to both trigonometric and circular functions.  These functions, especially the sine and cosine, are mathematical models for many periodic real world phenomena.  Students studying trigonometry will explore data from such real world phenomena.  They will also identify and analyze the corresponding trigonometric models. 

A section of Trigonometry will be offered during third trimester each year so that juniors can complete Algebra 2 and take Trigonometry in the same year.

HONORS EARTH SCIENCE

OPEN TO: 9

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

Earth Science is a course in which students will study concepts about the planet upon which we live.  

HONORS BIOLOGY

OPEN TO: 10

PREREQUISITE: EARTH SCIENCE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: YES

CAPACITY: 30

Biology is the study of life.  Topics of study include chemistry of life, homeostasis, cellular energy, cell cycle, DNA and heredity, ecology, and evolution.

ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY (OFFERED DURING ODD YEARS)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN BIOLOGY, 2.8 GPA OR BETTER SUGGESTED

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Anatomy/Physiology is an elective course designed to educate students who are interested in science, especially the fields of health and medicine. With an increase in the average age of our population there is a need and a demand for health service employees.

The course that will enable students to develop an understanding of the relationships between the structures and functions of the human body. This course will involve laboratory activities, projects, dissections, textbook material, models and diagrams.

CHEMISTRY

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA 1 AND BIOLOGY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH PHYSICS INSTEAD OR PHYSICAL SCIENCE

CAPACITY: 24

Chemistry is a laboratory-oriented course about the identification and composition of matter, properties of matter, and the ways in which substances interact. The writing of laboratory reports will be emphasized. This course is recommended for college-bound students.  Chemistry must be taken in conjunction with Physics to satisfy common core elements for physical science.

**BOTH CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS MUST BE TAKEN TO TO SATISFY REQUIREMENTS TO GRADUATE IN PLACE OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE.**

FORENSICS

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN BIOLOGY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Forensics is an elective course for students interested in pursuing a career in the criminal justice field after high school.  Forensic science is the application of science to the law and encompasses various scientific disciplines. The course is designed around authentic performance assessments with students working in teams to solve a crime using scientific knowledge and reasoning with emphasis in complex reasoning and critical thinking. 

MICROBIOLOGY (OFFERED DURING EVEN YEARS)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN BIOLOGY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Microbiology is the branch of science that studies microorganisms from the domains prokarya and archaebacteria.  This course is oriented toward those planning to attend college, specifically those interested in pharmacy, nursing, dentistry, and related fields.  Students will investigate microbial activities and properties, and conduct experiments designed to familiarize them with the handling, identification, and characterization of microorganisms and their activities. 

PHYSICS

OPEN TO: 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA 2

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH PHYSICS INSTEAD OR PHYSICAL SCIENCE

CAPACITY: 30

Physics is a challenging course that applies mathematical relationships to various life situations.  Physics explores how things in nature work.  A Physics student can expect to learn to solve many physical types of story problems and work on major projects.  This is a course is strongly recommended for anyone planning to attend college.  Physics must be taken in conjunction with Physics to satisfy common core elements for physical science.

**BOTH PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY MUST BE TAKEN TO TO SATISFY REQUIREMENTS TO GRADUATE IN PLACE OF PHYSICAL SCIENCE.**

ZOOLOGY (OFFERED DURING EVEN YEARS)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN BIOLOGY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

Zoology is an elective course for students interested in the life science field after high school. The focus of this course is the recognition of key features of the major body plans that have evolved in animals and how those body plans have changed over time resulting in the diversity of animals that are evident today.

AP PSYCHOLOGY

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: SOCIOLOGY OR PSYCHOLOGY ARE RECOMMENDED

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

AP Psychology is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings.  Students will assess some of the differing approaches adopted by psychologists, including the biological, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, psychodynamic, and sociocultural perspectives. Most importantly, students come to an appreciation of how psychologists think (or at least an appreciation of the kind of critical analysis that psychologists espouse and hope to model in their words and actions).

AP UNITED STATES HISTORY

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: UNITED STATES HISTORY

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 30

AP US History is designed to be the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university US history course. In AP US History, students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine historical periods from approximately 1491 to the present. 

AUTO 1: INTRODUCTION TO AUTO TECHNOLOGY

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN BASIC AUTO

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

CCN: AUT-106 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course will serve as an introduction to the complete automotive field, including safety, ASE certification, employment potential, customer service, employer/employee relations and the parts and service industry. This course will also begin introducing the different systems associated with an automobile, and start looking at them more in depth.

AUTO 2 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTO SERVICING

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN AUTO 1

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

CCN: AUT-126 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course will familiarize students with basic scheduled maintenance. Proper usage of hand and power tools will be covered, as well as precision measuring systems and equipment.

This course will be a continuation of Auto I, it will take a more in depth look at the systems associated with today's automobiles. As well as familiarizing students to more technical tools and equipment.

CARPENTRY 4 (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: CARPENTRY 3

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 15

Carpentry 4 will emphasize career exploration for students interested in the career and technical field.  Project safety, planning, and management will be emphasized.

CULINARY NUTRITION

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 25

HCM-232 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This concurrent enrollment course is a practical and systematic look at nutritional essentials to help foodservice professionals develop a philosophy about healthy eating.  The course also provides guidelines for recipe adaptation and menu planning.  This course will also consist of a variety of cooking labs.

FOOD SAFETY & SANITATION

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN CULINARY 1

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 25

HCM-101 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This concurrent enrollment course introduces the basic principles of safety and sanitation and their relationship to the foodservice industry.  Topics include the sanitation challenge, the flow of food through the operation, clean and sanitary facilities and equipment, accident prevention and crisis management and sanitation management.  Food skills focus on the basic knowledge needed for food preparation-tools, techniques, and microwave cooking.  Managing food resources includes basic ingredients, using a recipe and working in the kitchen. 

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: FMHS HEALTHCARE STRAND, STUDENTS MUST BE 16 YEARS OLD AND PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

HSC-168 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course meets the training requirements of the Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1987 for aides working in nursing facilities and skilled nursing facilities.  Emphasis in the course is on students achieving a basic level of knowledge and demonstrating skills to provide safe and effective care.

EXPLORING CAREERS: HEALTH SCIENCE (TAKEN AT FMHS)

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-104 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course will provide guidance in choosing a career goal and preparing for employment in Health Science careers.  Emphasis will be placed in identifying interests, abilities, and values, and exploring options for careers.  Students will learn how to access labor market information and employment trends.  Additionally, students will develop the skills and aptitudes necessary to obtain employment in these fields, emphasizing the development of characteristics associated with job success.

HUMAN RELATIONS

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

HSC-114 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Human Relations includes the study of the fundamental principles related to human relations, self-improvement, professional appearance and attitudes, limitations, and behaviors.  Principles of individualized client care and etiquette of the medical practice are emphasized.

MEDICAL LAW AND ETHICS

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: HUMAN RELATIONS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

MAP-401 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Medical Law and Ethics is designed to expose students to legal concepts of standard of care, scope of employment, criminal and civil acts, contract, negligence and ethical concepts.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: FMHS HEALTHCARE STRAND

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

HSC-114 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course will help students understand medical terminology pertaining to each body system.  Using graphics and study tips, students will not only learn definitions and root terms, but also their application in the medical world.  Learning blocks will be used to condense information and to help isolate what students need to know versus what is nice to know.  Fun and unusual facts will be used to help students remember medical terminology in unique ways.  Opportunities to see how medical terminology is used in the real world through case study assignments will be utilized, as well as flashcards to help students study.  

SPANISH 4

OPEN TO: 12

PREREQUISITE: C OR BETTER IN SPANISH 3

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 26

Spanish 4 continues to focus on advanced grammar points that involve the working knowledge of previously learned skills.  The Passive Voice, negative tu’ commands, Ud and Uds commands, the present perfect tense, the present past subjunctive, the conditional amd the future tense are emphasized along with continuous vocabulary development. Spanish 4 is a college-preparatory course that requires students to develop study skills that form the foundation for post-secondary success. This course is for a weighted credit.

GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: OXYACETYLENE WELDING

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-130 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Provides a thorough technical understanding of the TIG (Heliarc) process including metal characteristics, electrode, filler metals, and shielding gases with emphasis on weld safety and procedures. 

GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING - TUBE

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-160 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Develops skills necessary for making high quality all position welds on schedule 10 to schedule 40 carbon steel pipe; preparation and testing of pipe is included. 

OXYACETYLENE WELDING

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-111 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

To provide a thorough technical understanding of metallurgy, oxyacetylene welding, flame cutting and brazing fundamentals and to develop skills necessary to produce high quality fillet and square groove welds in 3/16" plate and schedule 50 carbon steel pipe. Students develop understanding of weld hazards and safety procedures throughout the course.

ARC WELDING 1 (SMAW)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-186 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Provides a thorough technical understanding of shielded metal arc welding fundamentals, weld hazards and weld safety, power sources and electrode selection. Provides ample time and direction to develop skills necessary to make high quality welds on mild steel in all positions.

ARC WELDING 2 (SMAW)

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: ARC WELDING 1

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-192 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Provides understanding and skill development necessary to produce high quality welds on 3/8" to 1" mild steel in all positions. Includes information relating to air-arc cutting and gouging, procedures and welder qualifications, testing of welds and metals identification. 

ADVANCED SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING 2

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: ARC WELDING 2

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-164 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Provides understanding and skill development necessary to produce high quality welds on 3/8" to 1" mild steel in all positions. Includes information relating to air-arc cutting and gouging, procedures and welder qualifications, testing of welds and metals identification. 

GAS METAL ARC WELDING

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 12

WEL-172 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Provides a technical understanding of the gas metal arc welding process, power sources and adjustment, metal transfer, shielding gases and weld safety. Develops skills necessary to produce high quality welds of 1/16"at 3/8" mild steel in all positions. Students will develop skills necessary to produce and bend-test single vee groove welds on 3/8" carbon steel in all positions according to American Welding Society code requirements.

EXPLORING CAREERS

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-100 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course is designed to provide guidance in choosing a career goal and preparing for employment.  Emphasis will be placed on identifying interests, abilities, and values, and exploring options for careers.  Students will learn how to access labor market information and employment trends.  Additionally, students will develop the skills and aptitudes necessary to obtain employment, emphasizing the development of characteristics associated with job success.  

EXPLORING CAREERS: BUSINESS, FINANCE, MARKETING, AND MANAGEMENT

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: WBL-100 EXPLORING CAREERS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-105 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course will provide guidance in choosing a career goal and preparing for employment in Business, Finance, Marketing, and Management careers.  Emphasis will be placed on identifying interests, abilities, and values, and exploring options for careers.  Students will learn how to access labor market information and employment trends.  Additionally, students will develop the skills and aptitudes necessary to obtain employment, emphasizing the development of characteristics associated with job success. 

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS 

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: SCC WBL PACKAGE OR; EXPLORING CAREERS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: BASED UPON NEEDS OF LEE COUNTY DISTRICTS OR; 20

WBL-110 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

This course is designed to assist students in developing the skills necessary to obtain employment, and to learn and practice the skills and attitudes required for job success.  Students will practice resume writing, job application completion, and interviewing techniques.  Additionally, students will practice workplace problem solving strategies and demonstrate skills required to work in a diverse environment.

WORKPLACE PROJECT BASED LEARNING

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: WBL-100 EXPLORING CAREERS, WBL-150 JOB SHADOWING

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-140 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Students in this course learn the concept of project based learning in the workplace and develop and implement projects in cooperation with local business, community organizations, or non-profit agencies.  Teamwork and communication skills are emphasized.  Projects are developed under the supervision of a college faculty member.

WORKPLACE PROJECT BASED LEARNING: BUSINESS, FINANCE, MARKETING, AND MANAGEMENT

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: WBL-100 EXPLORING CAREERS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-145 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Students in this course learn the concept of project  based learning in the workplace, and develop and implement projects in cooperation with local businesses, community organizations, or non-profit agencies in the business, finance, marketing, and management employment sectors.  Teamwork and communication skills are emphasized.  Projects are developed under supervision of a college faculty member.

JOB SHADOWING

OPEN TO: 10, 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: WBL-100 EXPLORING CAREERS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-150 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Students in this course will explore a field of interest while developing research skills, professionalism, and building occupational knowledge.  Students will visit workplaces of interest to learn about speciic jobs, professional requirements, and develop a basic knowledge or an organization's structure and values.

JOB SHADOWING: BUSINESS, FINANCE, MARKETING, AND MANAGEMENT

OPEN TO: 11, 12

PREREQUISITE: WBL-100 EXPLORING CAREERS

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: NO

CAPACITY: 20

WBL-155 CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Students in this course will explore the fields of business, finance, marketing, and management while developing research skills, professionalism, and building occupational knowledge.  Students will visit workplaces in this employment sector to learn about specific jobs, professional requirements, and develop a basic knowledge of an organization's structure and values.