3.0 credits required for graduation
Biology 1-2
Course Code: 601000
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Biology exposes students to a wide range of biological science topics such as the characteristics of life, cellular processes, genetics, evolution, and ecology. This course is designed to meet the diversified needs of students who require biology for future employment or education.
Honors Biology
Course Code: 601100
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This course will cover all the basic concepts learned in Biology 1-2 in greater depth and at an accelerated pace. It is designed for the student who is looking for an academic challenge or those intending to enroll in AP Biology.
AP Biology
Course Code: 601200
Grades: 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This course is equivalent to freshman biology at the university. The principles of molecular and cellular biology, organisms and their structures and functions, populations, and their continued existence will be studied. Up to six semester hours of college credit may be given upon passing the Advanced Placement Examination. Prerequisite: B or better in Biology 1-2, B or better in Honors Biology, B or better in Chemistry
Wildlife Biology
Course Code: 602851
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
This course is designed to discuss the interaction between humans, wildlife, and the environment. First semester emphasis is placed on conservation, ecology, speciation, and dinosaurs. Second semester emphasis is placed on the interesting details of certain animal classes and groups such as mammals, marine, reptiles, insects, and birds. Fall – Environment; Spring – Wildlife.
Botany
Course Code: 602601
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
This course covers the study of plants, their structures, genetics, and processes. Botany topics will include understanding the structure of plant growth and development, as well as factors that affect plants, such as soil, pests, and other environmental influences.
Chemistry
Course Code: 601500
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Chemistry is the study of matter its properties, energy and changes. Topics covered include atomic theory, equations, the states of matter, equilibrium and applications of chemistry in society. This is the introductory course with an emphasis on qualitative observations and mathematical relationships. Students should be concurrently enrolled in Secondary Math -1 or have successfully completed Math I.
Chemistry Honors
Course Code: 601600
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This is a basic Chemistry course that is designed for the college bound student. The course will cover atomic theory, reaction types, equilibrium, kinetics and other principles of Chemistry. Importance is placed on chemistry’s qualitative and algebraic relationships. Students should be concurrently enrolled in Honors Secondary Math II or have successfully completed Honors Secondary Math II.
AP Chemistry
Course Code: 601700
Grades: 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This course is equivalent to a freshman chemistry course at a university. The principles of chemistry are covered in depth with extensive use of mathematics. The course is split into two periods and includes a lab portion. Successful completion of both this course and the advanced placement examination may result in the award of up to six semester hours of credit by some colleges and universities. Students will need to plan on 1- 2 hours on homework or independent study in the evenings. Prerequisites: Chemistry 1-2 H or Physics AP (C Mechanics).
Chemistry CHEM 1010 CE
Course Code: 708601
Grades: 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
This concurrent enrollment class is designed for students who want to obtain a basic understanding of chemistry and to also learn the concepts of modern chemistry. Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties, energy, and changes. Topics covered include atomic theory, equations, the states of matter, equilibrium, and applications of chemistry in society. Prerequisites: Chemistry 1-2 H or Physics AP (C Mechanics). Teacher Approval: Dain. $40 registration fee through SLCC. *Students desiring college credit must complete the admissions process for Salt Lake Community College by August 15.
Earth Science
Course Code: 600800
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Earth and Space Science standards investigate the formation of Earth, the galaxy, and the Universe. Students explore models of the Sun and how it releases energy, and analyze Earth’s 4.6 billion-year history, including a model of Earth’s interior and how it changes over time. Students investigate properties of water to determine its effects on Earth materials, and then use computational thinking to explain sustainable and natural resources, focusing on responsible stewardship and designing solutions to problems in these areas. Major concepts include astronomy, the geosphere, the hydrosphere, the atmosphere, and conservation.
Environmental Science
Course Code: 602561
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
Environmental Science is a multidisciplinary field of study that integrates physical and biological sciences. In this class, we will be studying the environment through the lenses of biology, chemistry, physics, geology, ecology, zoology, mineralogy, atmospheric science, economics, and sociology. We will be using case studies to further the application of theoretical concepts. Students will use the concepts learned from the class to do a research project on an environmental problem of their choosing for their final project.
Physics
Course Code: 602000
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This is a full-year course. Physics is one of the oldest academic disciplines. It is the science of how things work in our universe. This course will introduce students to the principles of physics, including mechanics, energy, waves, optics, and electricity. Students will learn to conduct laboratory experiments and evaluate the data from those experiments. No prerequisites.
Physics 1-2 Honors
Course Code: 602100
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This course is a mathematical treatment of the principles of physics. Mechanics, electricity, heat, light, and sound are studied. In both the lectures and the laboratory experiments, emphasis is placed on quantitative relationships. This course prepares the student for further study in physics, medicine, architecture, engineering, and the physical sciences. This is a college preparatory course for students who are enrolled in honors math classes. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Secondary II
AP Physics C Mechanics
Course Code: 602150
Grades: 11, 12
Course Length: Year
This is a rigorous full-year course that uses calculus to explore mechanics. This course will have an emphasis on mathematical, quantitative calculations and their applications to physics. Upon satisfactory completion of the AP Physics (C) tests, college credit may be given by colleges and universities. Prerequisite: Have completed or are currently enrolled in Calculus.
Astronomy 1
Course Code: 603001
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Course Length: Semester
This class studies the Cosmos. Building their own book of astronomy, students study the local sun and planetary neighborhood, then continually widen their view as we eventually consider the entire cosmos. Topics include the formation of the solar system, the life cycle of stars, galaxies, and their types, and the latest ideas of dark matter and dark energy. The course ends with discussions of early astronomers and humanity’s future in exploring the galaxy. Suggested pre-requisite: Earth Science.