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SHS Science Course Offerings * Information for current 9th-11th grade students

as you register for the 2013-14 School Year

• Chemistry Lab Methods
• Physics Lab Methods
• Concepts in Advanced

Science

• Environmental Systems
• General Biology
• General Chemistry
• General Physics
• IB Biology
• IB Chemistry
• IB Environmental

Systems and Society

• IB Physics

Math Level Recommendations

• If you WILL NOT be in

Algebra 2 next year, we recommend that you consider one of the following choices:

• Biology
• Lab Methods: Chemistry
• Lab Methods: Physics
• Environmental Systems
• If you will be in Algebra 2 or higher,

we recommend that you consider one of the following choices: Next year’s 10th-12th grade:

• Concepts in Adv. Science (next year’s 10th)
• General Chemistry
• General Physics
• Environmental Systems

Next year’s 11th and 12th grade only:

• IB Chemistry 1
• IB Physics 1
• IB Biology 1
• IB Environmental Systems and Society

Chemistry or Physics Laboratory Methods

Who should consider taking these

courses?

• Incoming freshmen who are interested in

taking upper level chemistry, biology, or physics courses

• Students who have already taken Biology as

freshmen who will have a math level that is at least Algebra 1 as sophomores.

Tidbits

• Each course is a one semester, 0.5 credit course.

However, it is recommended that they be taken together in the same year to fulfill one full credit

• f a laboratory based science course.
• These courses fulfill college prep requirements as
• utlined by the Higher Education Board of the

State of Washington (HEC board) as a lab-based science course.

CHEMISTRY LABORATORY METHODS

 What will I learn in this course?

CONTENT: Fundamental concepts of chemistry, such as… …relationship between atomic structure and periodic trends …chemical bonding …chemical and nuclear reactions SKILLS:

• Fundamental laboratory techniques and lab safety
• Increased use of metric units and conversion techniques
• Graphical analysis and interpretation fundamentals
• Use of electronic tools for data collection and manipulation
• Scientific communication through technical writing

PHYSICS LABORATORY METHODS

 What will I learn in this course?

Content: Fundamental concepts of physics, such as… …kinematics …dimensional analysis …applications of Newton’s Laws and energy transformation Skills:

• Fundamental laboratory techniques and lab safety
• Increased use of metric units and conversion techniques
• Graphical analysis and interpretation fundamentals
• Use of electronic tools for data collection and manipulation

Concepts in Advanced Sciences

Preparation for IB Chemistry

• This intensive course will cover the contents and skills

necessary to be successful in IB Chemistry.

• 1 Semester Course
• It is recommended that Lab Methods: Physics is taken the
• ther semester, OR that general Chemistry is taken

concurrently.

• NCAA approved Math & Lab based class
• Learning Recommendations:
• Algebra 2 or higher

 Microbiology

 Microscope  Cells and organelles  Biochemistry (fats, sugars,

nucleic acids)

 DNA  Genetics

 Macrobiology

 Evolution  Ecology  Populations  Human Impact

Prepares you for the biology end of the course

• exam. You must pass this exam for graduation.

Lab-based college-recognized science course. Prepares you for advanced coursework in IB Environmental Systems and IB Biology. Gives you lab skills that prepare you for all upper level coursework

General Environmental Systems

• What do you learn?
• Native Ecology and

Ethnobotany

• Earth Science
• Earthquakes
• Volcanoes
• Plate Tectonics
• Ecosystems
• Biodiversity
• Populations
• Biomes
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Human Impact
• Global Climate
• Land and Air Pollution
• Climate Change
• Water Quality
• Soil Studies
• Energy Sustainability

Practices

What do we do?

• Hands-on data collection in Skyline’s
• utdoor lab!!
• Identify local plant and animal species.
• Discuss environmental current events.
• Observe and document animal behavior.
• Environmental computer simulations

–Project-based learning and real-world applications!

–Manipulate Duckweed environmental conditions to study populations. (time- permitting)

GE GENE NERA RAL L CH CHEM EMIS ISTR TRY

Gen General eral Ch Chemistr emistry

Fun un Ex Expe perim riments ents

• Make a GOLD PENNY.
• Hot Air Balloons
• Filtration and Evaporation
• Heating Curve for Water
• Titrations (fun but

aggravating!)

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• Atomic Structure and

Compounds

• Chemical Reactions.
• Stoichiometry—quantitative

relationships in chemical reactions.

• Energy Relationships
• Chemical Equilibrium
• Solution Chemistry
• Acids and Bases
• Gas Laws

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• Emphasis on lab skills and

scientific inquiry.

• Emphasis on critical thinking

and problem solving.

• Chemistry is a quantitative

science and students do a significant amount of math.

• This is a lab-based and

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• Chemistry gives the “WHY” of

what happens in our world.

GENERAL PHYSICS

WHY TAKE IT?

1) Learn about how physical world works. 2) Improve critical thinking skills. 3) Counts as algebra based science credit required by most 4 year colleges. 4) Research shows that taking high school physics increases success in college. 5) Students interested in technical careers benefit greatly from understanding physics (Engineering, Medicine, Science, Construction, Mathematics, Automotive, Architecture and More)

You are ready for Physic ysics if you…

 Are concurrently

enrolled in or have completed Algebra 2

 Are ready to work hard,

think hard and interact positively with your fellow classmates.

 Have the ability to solve

problems and create projects as part of a team

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 Mechanics (forces,

interactions and motion)

 Linear motion  Forces and Dynamics  Projectile Motion  Momentum and Collisions  Work, Energy, and Power

 Wave Behavior and

Mechanics

 Sound and Music  Light, Color, and Optics  Geophysics and/or Model

Rocketry

GENERAL INFORMATION

IB BIOLOGY

• Lab based science.
• Deepen your understanding of the

science of life while having fun.

• Recommend B or better in general

biology.

• Test to earn college credit.

See www.biologyforlife.com for a video testimonial from past IB BIO students!

IB BIOLOGY I TOPICS

• Biochemistry
• Cell structure and function
• DNA and biotechnology
• Biology of Cancer
• Human reproduction
• Genetics
• Evolution

IB BIOLOGY II TOPICS

• Diversity of Life
• Ecology
• Botany
• Cell respiration
• Photosynthesis
• Human anatomy &

physiology

IB Chemistry

Topics Covered:

• Quantitative Chemistry
• Atomic Structure
• Periodicity
• Bonding
• Energetics
• Kinetics
• Equilibrium
• Acids & Bases
• Redox Reactions
• Organic Chemistry

Learning Recommendations:

• Familiarity with basic

chemistry principles, such as those taught in the Lab Methods courses

• Concurrent enrollment, or

successful completion of, Algebra 2

IB Chemistry

From Past & Current Students

• “I love the labs”
• “It’s math-based. Some people don’t

realize that.”

• “Since it’s an IB class, it’ll look good on

college apps.”

• “I really like this class. I like how we get lots
• f practice with all the worksheets.”
• “It’s like Swiftney knows what he’s

doing…it’s CRAZY.” From alumni:

• “Hansen and I are consistently the fastest

people in our chem. class at doing labs, thanks to you.”

• “I just wanted to let you know how much

your class has been helping me out in intro

• chemistry. I have an understanding of most
• f the topics and it’s helping me transition

better! Just wanted to say thank you for your teaching last year.”

Highlights:

• Thermite Demonstration
• Alkali Metals Demonstration
• Cheeto Lab
• M&M (Chromatography ) Lab

This is a “High Expectations” course:

• You are expected to work hard
• You will learn college level

chemistry

IB Environmental Systems and Society

 What will you learn?

 Environmental Ethics  Ecology

Ecosystems populations biodiversity

 Human Impact

Pollution of air, water, soil

 Includes climate change

 Includes both indoor and outdoor data

collection (we collect data in our outdoor classroom behind the Skyline fence).

Tidbits

• Recognized as a lab science.
• Standard Level only which means you can take

the test as a junior or senior.

• Group 4 project is not a requirement.
• For IB Diploma Candidates you can get dual

credit—one for a lab science and one for social science, thus freeing up your schedule to take an additional course.

IB Physics 1

• What topics will we

study?

– Mechanics – Thermal Physics – Nuclear and Atomic Physics – Oscillations and Waves – Astrophysics – Amusement Park Physics – Intro to Electricity “From sub-atomic to astronomical, I guarantee you, every step of the way, your mind will be blown!” “You will finally understand how our world works. Plus, it’s crazy interesting.”

IB Physics 1

• Learning

Recommendations:

– Concurrent enrollment, or successful completion of, at least Algebra 2 – Successful completion of Physics Lab Methods and Chemistry Lab Methods

• “Physics has an

application for everything; that’s why it’s amazing!”

• Other “tidbits”:

– “IB Physics will introduce you thoroughly to concepts you’ll see again in college” – “Physics can be applied to many jobs in the future.” – “…plus, Silverwood will be great!” Memorable Labs:

• Create a radioactive isotope
• Wave machines
• Collisions and Roller

Coasters

• And so many more!!