Physical Science
321102CW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: None

Emphasizes development of observation,  experimentation, and analytic skills  applicable to succeeding in lab courses.  Introduces fundamentals of physics and  chemistry. This course provides a basis for  success in all other science courses.  

Physical Science Honors
321102HW
Grade level: 9
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 

Emphasizes development of observation,  experimentation, and analytic skills  applicable to succeeding in lab courses.  Introduces concepts essential to developing  a strong science background before taking  Honors and IB science courses.  

Environmental Science
326104CW
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: none 

Focuses on interactions in ecosystems found  locally and applies this knowledge to some  important ecosystems around the globe.  Students will learn field study techniques,  sampling procedures, and species  identification. They will see how science is  applied to business and industry through  such topics as environmental impact, wetland  delineation, and ecotourism. 

Biology 1 Honors
322102HW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Physical Science Honors

Introduces life science and includes intensive  study of cellular organization, the molecular  basis of heredity, biological evolution, energy  flow within ecosystems, and  interrelationships among organisms.  This course is  required for IB Diploma students. Students  will take the state end-of-course test.
The state Biology End of Course Exam  will be given at the completion of this course. 

Physical Science
321102CW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: None

Emphasizes development of observation,  experimentation, and analytic skills  applicable to succeeding in lab courses.  Introduces fundamentals of physics and  chemistry. This course provides a basis for  success in all other science courses.  

Environmental Science
326104CW
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: none 

Focuses on interactions in ecosystems found  locally and applies this knowledge to some  important ecosystems around the globe.  Students will learn field study techniques,  sampling procedures, and species  identification. They will see how science is  applied to business and industry through  such topics as environmental impact, wetland  delineation, and ecotourism. 

Biology 1
322102CW
Grade level: 10 or 11 
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Physical Science or Environmental Science

Introduces life science and includes intensive  study of cellular organization, the molecular  basis of heredity, biological evolution, energy  flow within ecosystems, and  interrelationships among organisms.
The state Biology End of Course Exam  will be given at the completion of this course. 

Biology 1 Honors
322102HW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Physical Science Honors

Introduces life science and includes intensive  study of cellular organization, the molecular  basis of heredity, biological evolution, energy  flow within ecosystems, and  interrelationships among organisms.  This course is  required for IB Diploma students. Students  will take the state end-of-course test.
The state Biology End of Course Exam  will be given at the completion of this course. 

Physics Honors
324102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

A real plus for students planning a  major/career in science related field! This  course helps students improve their problem solving skills. Emphasis will be placed on  students’ mastery of physics from an  analytical standpoint. Investigations involve  hands-on exploration of topics and critical  analysis of results. Applications of math  principles to the real world are emphasized 

Chemistry Honors
323102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

Focuses on the composition of substances  and the changes they undergo. Excellent  preparation for AP/IB Biology, IB Chemistry,  and IB Physics.

Environmental Science
326104CW
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: none 

Focuses on interactions in ecosystems found  locally and applies this knowledge to some  important ecosystems around the globe.  Students will learn field study techniques,  sampling procedures, and species  identification. They will see how science is  applied to business and industry through  such topics as environmental impact, wetland  delineation, and ecotourism. 

Biology 1
322102CW
Grade level: 10 or 11 
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Physical Science or Environmental Science

Introduces life science and includes intensive  study of cellular organization, the molecular  basis of heredity, biological evolution, energy  flow within ecosystems, and  interrelationships among organisms.
The state Biology End of Course Exam  will be given at the completion of this course. 

Physics
324102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

This is a Project-Based-Learning course  where students apply physics principles and  critical thinking skills to the real world.  Students are actively engaged in hands-on  investigations. Emphasis will be placed on  students’ mastery of physics from a  conceptual standpoint. 

Physics Honors
324102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

A real plus for students planning a  major/career in science related field! This  course helps students improve their problem solving skills. Emphasis will be placed on  students’ mastery of physics from an  analytical standpoint. Investigations involve  hands-on exploration of topics and critical  analysis of results. Applications of math  principles to the real world are emphasized 

Chemistry
323102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

Prepares students for college-level science  work. Topics include the conceptual basis of  chemical theory and mathematical  relationships.  

Chemistry Honors
323102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

Focuses on the composition of substances  and the changes they undergo. Excellent  preparation for AP/IB Biology, IB Chemistry,  and IB Physics.

Biology 2
322202CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology  

Designed for students interested in learning  about wild animals from a basic to advanced  level of organization. Topics of study include  current events, endangered animals and  invasive species. Comparative anatomy will  be covered through many mandatory  dissections.  

Anatomy and Physiology
326302CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

Designed for students whose career goals  include work in a medical or medical-related  field. An in-depth study of the systems of the  human body with respect to how they  function. Dissection is a MANDATORY part  of this course.  

Marine Science
322502CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology  

Students develop an appreciation of the  coastal area of SC through an understanding  of its physical and biological processes.  Hands-on investigations, projects, fieldwork,  and outdoor study will be used. Topics  covered include air-sea-land interactions,  coastal region geology, and water mixing in  estuaries. Animal and plant life will be  studied in the following local environments:  salt marshes, floating docks, rock jetties,  beaches, and the Intracoastal Waterway.  

Marine Science Honors
322502HW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

Studies marine environment and man's part  in this environment. Students will be  introduced to the physical, chemical, and  geological factors in the marine environment.  Students will practice research techniques,  interpreting data, and presenting findings.  Material will be experienced from an  ecological standpoint. 

IB Biology HL-1
322B04IW
Grade level: 11
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisites: Chemistry Honors or Physics Honors

IB students will take IB Bio in 11th grade and  AP Bio in 12th grade. Both will be on an A/B  schedule designed to be the equivalent of an  introductory level college biology course,  usually taken by science majors. This is the  required higher level (HL) biology lab course  for IB Diploma candidates. The course  includes the required 90 teaching hours of  the subject specific core plus one option in  ecology and conservation and 60 hours of lab  experience including a 10 hour IA and 10  hour interdisciplinary Group 4 project.  Students will sit for both the AP and IB  Biology exams at the end of the senior year. 

IB Chemistry SL
323A04IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Physics Honors 

IB Chemistry SL is an experimental science  that combines academic study with the  acquisition of practical and investigational  skills. Chemistry is often called the central  science as chemical principles underpin both  the physical environment in which we live and  all biological systems. Apart from being a  subject worthy of study in its own right,  chemistry is often a prerequisite for many  other courses in higher education, such as  medicine, biological science, and  environmental science. IB Chemistry SL is  taught practically. Students have  opportunities to design investigations, collect  data, develop manipulative skills, analyze  results, collaborate with peers and evaluate  and communicate their findings. 

IB Physics SL
324A04IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Physics Honors 

A must for students planning a major/career  in an engineering related field! Emphasis will  be placed on student’s mastery of skills from  an analytical standpoint. Investigations  involve hands-on exploration of topics and  critical analysis of results. Students complete  all IB requirements, including a research  project, and will sit both the AP and IB  Physics Standard Level exams. 

IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL
326B01IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Chemistry Honors or Physics Honors 

Environmental Systems & Societies is an interdisciplinary course that is designed to combine the methodology, techniques and knowledge associated with the natural sciences (group 4) with those associated with the social sciences (group 3). It is firmly grounded in both a scientific exploration of environmental systems in their structure and function and in the exploration of cultural, economic, ethical, political, and social interactions of societies with the environment. As a result of studying this course, students will become equipped with the ability to recognize and evaluate the impact of our complex system of societies on the natural world. 

Environmental Science
326104CW
Grade Level: 9 - 12 
Credit: 1 Science credit
Prerequisite: none 

Focuses on interactions in ecosystems found  locally and applies this knowledge to some  important ecosystems around the globe.  Students will learn field study techniques,  sampling procedures, and species  identification. They will see how science is  applied to business and industry through  such topics as environmental impact, wetland  delineation, and ecotourism. 

Physics
324102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

This is a Project-Based-Learning course  where students apply physics principles and  critical thinking skills to the real world.  Students are actively engaged in hands-on  investigations. Emphasis will be placed on  students’ mastery of physics from a  conceptual standpoint. 

Physics Honors
324102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

A real plus for students planning a  major/career in science related field! This  course helps students improve their problem solving skills. Emphasis will be placed on  students’ mastery of physics from an  analytical standpoint. Investigations involve  hands-on exploration of topics and critical  analysis of results. Applications of math  principles to the real world are emphasized 

Chemistry
323102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

Prepares students for college-level science  work. Topics include the conceptual basis of  chemical theory and mathematical  relationships.  

Chemistry Honors
323102HW
Grade level: 11 or 12 (10th grade for Pre-IB)
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

Focuses on the composition of substances  and the changes they undergo. Excellent  preparation for AP/IB Biology, IB Chemistry,  and IB Physics.

Biology 2
322202CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology  

Designed for students interested in learning  about wild animals from a basic to advanced  level of organization. Topics of study include  current events, endangered animals and  invasive species. Comparative anatomy will  be covered through many mandatory  dissections.  

Anatomy and Physiology
326302CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology 

Designed for students whose career goals  include work in a medical or medical-related  field. An in-depth study of the systems of the  human body with respect to how they  function. Dissection is a MANDATORY part  of this course.  

Marine Science
322502CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology  

Students develop an appreciation of the  coastal area of SC through an understanding  of its physical and biological processes.  Hands-on investigations, projects, fieldwork,  and outdoor study will be used. Topics  covered include air-sea-land interactions,  coastal region geology, and water mixing in  estuaries. Animal and plant life will be  studied in the following local environments:  salt marshes, floating docks, rock jetties,  beaches, and the Intracoastal Waterway.  

Marine Science Honors
322502HW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisite: Biology Honors

Studies marine environment and man's part  in this environment. Students will be  introduced to the physical, chemical, and  geological factors in the marine environment.  Students will practice research techniques,  interpreting data, and presenting findings.  Material will be experienced from an  ecological standpoint. 

IB Biology HL-2
322C04IW
Grade level: 12
Credit: 1  Science credit
Prerequisites: IB Biology HL-1

IB students will take IB Bio in 11th grade and  AP Bio in 12th grade. Both will be on an A/B  schedule designed to be the equivalent of an  introductory level college biology course,  usually taken by science majors. This is the  required higher level (HL) biology lab course  for IB Diploma candidates. The course  includes the required 90 teaching hours of  the subject specific core plus one option in  ecology and conservation and 60 hours of lab  experience including a 10 hour IA and 10  hour interdisciplinary Group 4 project.  Students will sit for both the AP and IB  Biology exams at the end of the senior year. 

IB Chemistry SL
323A04IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Physics Honors 

IB Chemistry SL is an experimental science  that combines academic study with the  acquisition of practical and investigational  skills. Chemistry is often called the central  science as chemical principles underpin both  the physical environment in which we live and  all biological systems. Apart from being a  subject worthy of study in its own right,  chemistry is often a prerequisite for many  other courses in higher education, such as  medicine, biological science, and  environmental science. IB Chemistry SL is  taught practically. Students have  opportunities to design investigations, collect  data, develop manipulative skills, analyze  results, collaborate with peers and evaluate  and communicate their findings. 

IB Physics SL
324A04IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Physics Honors 

A must for students planning a major/career  in an engineering related field! Emphasis will  be placed on student’s mastery of skills from  an analytical standpoint. Investigations  involve hands-on exploration of topics and  critical analysis of results. Students complete  all IB requirements, including a research  project, and will sit both the AP and IB  Physics Standard Level exams. 

IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL
326B01IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 IB Science Credits
Prerequisite: Chemistry Honors or Physics Honors 

Environmental Systems & Societies is an interdisciplinary course that is designed to combine the methodology, techniques and knowledge associated with the natural sciences (group 4) with those associated with the social sciences (group 3). It is firmly grounded in both a scientific exploration of environmental systems in their structure and function and in the exploration of cultural, economic, ethical, political, and social interactions of societies with the environment. As a result of studying this course, students will become equipped with the ability to recognize and evaluate the impact of our complex system of societies on the natural world.