Chemistry 1 is a required 1 semester science course that provides foundational learning in chemistry. Students in this course will deepen and hone skills in daa collection and reporting as well as making scientific observations. Units in study of matter, atomic theory, chemical reactions and solutions will be provided to prepare students for future chemistry coursework.

Physics 1 is required 1 semester science course. Content covered during the semester will include number sense and reporting in laboratory settings. Study will be provided in the area of kinetics including speed, velocity and acceleration, conservation laws of mechanical energy and momentum and the study of waves. This course will provide the foundatinal learning for future physics coursework.

Biology 1 is a required 1 semester science course. Biology is the study of life in all its wonderous forms and interconnections. This course provides the foundational learning in biological sciences that will prepare students for future courses and life as a scientifically literate member of society. In this course, students will develop an understanding of the essence of life including how earth developed its great biodiveristy, how life obtains and uses energy, and how life maintians the delicate and awe inspiring balance that is nature. This course may be taken during the freshman year with department consent.

Earth Science 1 is a required 1 semester science course. Content covered during the semester will focus on the large scale interactions between the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and humans. Students will learn how life and earth systems are connected to one another and the importance of sustainable use of natural resources. Special attention will be paid to the carbon cycle and its role in climate change. This course may be taken during the freshman year with department consent.

Cell Biology is a 1 semester elective course. We will dive deep into the study of cell structure, function and communication. We will relate cell function to various body systems including the immune system and infectious diseases. We will also explore comparative anatomy and systems through multiple dissections. those individuals who intend to further their education beyond high school should give consideration to enrollment in Cell Biology. For students planning to attend a four-year college, it is highly recommended to take at least one year of high school biology beyond the Biology 1 course.

Genetics is a 1 semester elective science course. This is one of the most important branches in modern biology. this course will delve into the structure of DNA, how it is able to be passed on to new cells, control heredity and contributes to evolution on a molecular level. We will also discover the mechanisms that allow it to control how we grow and develop in out own lifetime and over the countless generations of life that came before us.

This course covers basic concepts and techniques necessary to work in a biotechnology laboratory setting. It will give students an awareness of career opportunities and the skills needed for careers in biotechnology. The extensive laboratory work will introduce students to proper laboratory techniques and the operation of instruments used in biotechnology labs. This course is designed to prepare students for entry level employment and/or a tow- or four-year college program in the field of biotechnology. Career choices for students takin this class might be: biotechnology lab technician in a crime lab or agribuisness corporation, technician at a research lab or a pharmaceutical corporation. Labs include: Restriction Enzyme Analysis, Electrophoresis, Purification of DNA, Transformation, Polymerase Chain Reaction PCR.

In this course we will delve into the mysteries of the human body and develop a deep appreciation for the understanding of how our bodies work. We will explore the structures of the human body; their names, locations and how they work together. As we work through all 11 body systems we will investigate how the structures and chemicals of the body function to maintain our exsistence. This course is highly recommended for students interested in going into any biological science, any medical/health career, veterinary services, or who just enjoy the subject. This course is great preparation for both those going to a 2-year program such as Madison College (MATC) or another 4-year college. This course involves many hands of experiments, dissections, and bioengineering.

The Advanced Placement course is equivalent to an introductory college Biology course for Science majors. The course is designed to be taken by students with special interest and high motivation for an in-depth study of the biological sciences. It aims to provide students with the conceptural framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of Biology. This course requires a high level of preparation and a commitment to excellence. Students who are not prepared for a rigorous course should not take Advanced Placement Biology. This course will involve more time and effort than other courses, the textbook is an advanced one, and excellent reading skills are required. Students are expected to take the Advanced Placement Exam at teh conclusion of the course. Students will be respondsible for the cost of the exam. A test similar to the Advanced Placement Exam will be given at the end of the course. This exam will be included in the course grade. Students enrolled in AP courses may be asked to puchase AP study guide materials at the student's cost.

Chemistry is the branch of science which investigates the composition of matter, the reactions that occur, the energy changes which take place and the theories which govern them. An understanding of chemistry can help you better understand how products we use everyday are made and how they work - everything from antacid tablets to gasoline. This course is intended for students planning to attend a four-year college. It is highly recommended to take at least one year of high school chemistry.

Accelerated Chemistry 2 has the same core content as Chemistry 2. Student's will be challenged by the course's faster pace and independent nature aligned to preparation of AP Chemistry. Learn about the fundemental concepts of chemistry including structure and states of matter, intermolecular forces, and reactions. You'll do hands0on lab investigations and use chemical calculations to solve problems. Those individuals who intend to further their education bejond high school should give consideration to enrollment in Accelerated Chemistry 2, especially those whose interests lie in the fields of nursing, engineering, teaching, medicine, pharmacy, metallugy, genetic research, agriculture, etc.

For students planning to attend a four-year college, it is highly recommended to take at least one year of high school chemistry beyond the Chemistry 1 course. This course is a prerequisite for AP Chemistry and strongly recommended for AP Biology.

Challenge yourself by taking a college level chemistry course while still in high school. Learn about the fundemental concepts of advanced chemistry including structure and states of matter, intermolecular forces, and reactions in rigorous course. You'll do complex hands-on lab investigations and use chemical calculations to solve advanced scientific problems.

For students planning to attend a four-year college, successful completion of this course, including a score of 3 or higher on the AP Chemistry exam may result in the awarding of college credit within postsecondary college or university programming. This course is aligned to the AP Chemistry course as outlined by the College Board.

Astronomy is a 1 semester elective science course. The first part fo the course will focus attention on our Solar System. Students will learn Kepler's 3 Laws of Planetary Motion, Earth-Moon-Sun geometry, characteristics of the Solar System, and how our Sun produces energy. The second half of the course will look at different classes of starts in the universe, how stars change over time, our changing model of the universe, and the Big Band model.

Geology is a 1 semester elective science course. Students will learn how the major geologic forces have shaped Earth and society. Class time will be spent in the lab learning how to classify earth materials and exploring how we can use data from earth materials to determine how the earth has changed over time . Course time will be devoted to analyzing how the availability of earth resources has impacted human society.

Ecology is a course designed to make students aware of the life and earth science issues that pertain to the ecology of our natural resources. This course will include the study of forestry, water quality, fish, waste, conservation and wildlife management, invasive species, and current environmental issues, all through the lens of sustainability. The curriculum is focused on experiences, projects, and hands-on learning and includes field trips, guest speakers, and student choice projects.

In this college level course students study how science interacts with ethics and application. A.P.E.S. is the study of the natural sciences in a way that always includes consideration of people and how they have influenced the systems under examination. This class will include aspects of geology, ecology, earth and atmospheric science, population dynamics, geograph, pollution and policy. Students will find that APES brings to the table a wide menue of study including biomes, landscapes, biodiversity, law, food, agriculture, pests, health and politics. Man's use of our natural resources and preservation of those resources is a key component in areas such as weland, forests and prairies. We investigate the impact of toxic and hazardous waste as man attempts to become sustainable. Students enrolled in AP courses may be asked to purchase AP study guide materials at the students's cost.

Physics 2 provides opportunity for deeper physics knowledge and experiences building upon the Physics 1 course. Engage in deeper learning about the collection and reporting of data, motion and velocity, vectors, energy and momentum and waves. Those individuals who intend to further their education beyond high school should give consideration to enrollment in Physics 2, especially those who interests lie in the science career pathways. For students planning to attend a four-year college, it is highly recommended to take at least one year of high school physics while in high school.

Conceptual Physics is an activity-based physics course in which students are challenged to solve a problem that is identified at the beginning of each unit. Students will learn to apply the engineering design process in the areas of motion, energy, and materials science to solve those problems. Conceptual Physics is generally not recognized by colleges for enterance requirements. However, it does count toward one of the required three credits for high school graduation.

Challenge yourself by taking a college level physics course while still in high school. AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through classroom study, in-class activities, and hands-on inquiry-based laboratory work as they explore concepts like systems, fields, force interactions, change, conservation, and waves.

For students planning to attend a four-year college, successful completion of this course, including a score of 3 or higher on the AP Physics exam may result in the awarding college credit within postsecondary college or university programming. This course is aligned to the AP Physics course as outlined by the College Board.

This course will give students the awareness of career opportunities and skills needed for careers in allied health. Students will have the opportunity to explore dozens of different career optionss in the allied health field through field trips, guest speakers, job shadowing, and use of Xello. The laboratory work will introduce students to proper laboratory techniques and the operation of instruments used in allied health clinics and labs. In addition to career options, the curriculum covers systems of the human body ad medical terminology. This is an excellent class to take before enrollment in the certified nurse assistant class offered through MATC-Fort Atkinson. This course is designed to prepare students for entry level employment and/or a two- or four-year college program in the field of allied hearlth. Career choices for students taking this class might be: one year of school to become a surgical technician of 12 years to be come a surgion; two-year or four-year RN; dental assistant, dental hygienist or dentist; medical assistant, physician assistant or physician; respiratory thearapist, physical therapist, medical assistant, physician assistant or physician; respiratory therapist, physical therapist, medical lab technician at a hospital or clinic, radiology technician, dietetic technician or dietitian, and many others. This course does not meet Science credit requirements for admission to a UW system institution. This course is recommended for those students planning on taking the certified nurse assistant course through MATC-Fort Atkinson.

We all use electronic equimpent everyday - whether we think so or not. Because of this, a basic understanding of how electricity and electronics works is vital to understanding how our world works. Most of the time in electronics is spent in the lab investigating priciples like Ohm's Law, capacitance, and integrated circuits.

Science begins when people make observations of ecents and ask questions. Studnets identify and select a topic in their area of interest. Book research is compiled from primary sources and a hypothesis. The purpose of the research projects are to allow students the opportunity to "do" science. The foal of the research project will be to enter local, regional and state science fairs such as Fort Atkinson Science Fair, UW Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium, and the Science Congress. Students may also choose to establish mentorships with college professors at area universities in order to extend their research experiences. Research projects provide an excellent opportunity for talented and motivated students. Students will be rewarded not only by the knowledge and experiences gained, but also by the cash prizes, awards and trips that are offered by the various competitions.