Chemistry Lab Methods Physics Lab Methods General Biology General Chemistry General Physics

1. SHS Science Course Offerings* Information for current 9th-11th grade students as you register for the 2019-20 School Year • Chemistry Lab Methods • Physics Lab Methods • General Biology • General Chemistry • General Physics • Environmental Systems • Astronomy • Forensic Science • IB Biology (HL) • IB Chemistry (SL/HL) • IB Physics (HL) • IB Environmental Systems and Society (SL) • IB Exercise Science (SL)

3. Math Level Recommendations • If you will be in Geometry or Algebra 1 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 Geometry or higher, we recommend that you consider any of the above, plus: • General Chemistry • Astronomy • Forensic Science • 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: • General Chemistry • General Physics • Environmental Systems • Astronomy Next year’s 11th and 12th grade only: • IB Chemistry 1 • IB Physics 1 • IB Biology 1 • IB Environmental Systems and Society • IB Exercise Science We recommend a well-rounded selection of sciences throughout your career at Skyline. We also encourage you to consider a 2nd year of an IB science, possibly taking more than 1 science in either your junior or senior year.

4. General Biology—Topics • Microbiology • Microscope • Cells and organelles • Biochemistry (fats, sugars, nucleic acids) • DNA • Genetics • Macrobiology • Evolution • Ecology • Populations • Human Impact

5. Tidbits Lab-based college-recognized science course. Prepares you for advanced coursework in: • IB Environmental Systems, • IB Biology, and • IB Exercise Science Gives you lab skills that prepare you for all upper level science coursework

6. Lab Methods: (Chemistry or Physics ) • Who should consider taking these courses? - Students who have already taken Biology AND who got less than a B in Algebra 1 OR will be enrolled in Algebra 1. - Incoming freshmen who would like more support before taking upper level chemistry or physics courses. • 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 of a laboratory based science course.

7. 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 • Use of laboratory equipment for data collection and manipulation • Scientific communication through technical writing

8. 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 • Scientific communication through technical writing

9. General Environmental Systems What do you learn? Biodiversity • Native Ecology • Ethnobotany • Ecosystems • Biomes • Ecological Succession • Populations Water • Water Quality • Ocean Currents • Tides Earth • Soil Studies • Earthquakes • Volcanoes • Plate Tectonics Climate • Weather • Climate Change Energy • Sustainability

10. General Environmental Systems What do you do? • Lab Based; no Algebra requirement • Lots of hands-on data collection experience in Skyline’s outdoor forest and pond lab • Project-based learning and real-world applications. • Soil / Plant Growth Manipulations • Plant Identification • Real world / Current information and topics

11. Astronomy (Now a Year Long Class) • Intermediate science course with emphasis in: • Upper level science lab skills • Inquiry investigations • Mathematics applications in science • Team based projects • Critical thinking and problem solving • Communication through scientific reading and writing • Student lead research projects • Why Take It? • Great preparation for upper level sciences OR a great class to take if you love science! • Immediately observable science • Get to know how the universe works! • Great exploration into what its like to be an astronomer, astrophysicist, etc.

12. Astronomy • You will learn: • What’s in our Solar System • History of Astronomy • Space Exploration and Rocketry • Formation of the Solar System and its Bodies • Characteristics of Stars • Main Sequence Evolution • Post MS Results • Galaxy Morphology • The History of the Universe and its Evidence • As time allows: special topics and current events in astronomy and astrophysics • You are ready for Astronomy if… • You will be enrolled in geometry or higher • You have successfully completed biology • You have successfully completed physical science/labmethodscourse

13. General Chemistry General Chemistry • Topics Covered • Atomic Structure and Compounds • Chemical Reactions. • Stoichiometry—quantitative relationships in chemical reactions. • Energy Relationships • Chemical Equilibrium • Solution Chemistry • Gas Laws • Fun Experiments • Make a GOLD PENNY. • Chemical Change Lab • Heating Curve for Water • Unknown Puzzle Lab

14. General Chemistry General Chemistry • Learning Recommendations • General Biology. • Chemistry Lab Methods. • A grade of B or better in Algebra 1 and concurrent enrollment in Geometry or Algebra 2. • Proficient in the use of computer software for word processing and spreadsheets. • Proficient in lab technique, problem solving and critical thinking. • General Description • 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 algebra based science course. • Chemistry gives the “WHY” of what happens in our world.

15. WHY TAKE IT? • Learn about how physical world works. • Improve critical thinking skills. • Physics accounts for many topics on the WCAS (State Science Assessment) • Counts as algebra based science credit required by most 4 year colleges. • Research shows that taking high school physics increases success in college. • Students interested in STEM and technical careers benefit greatly from understanding physics • (Engineering, Medicine, Science, Construction, Mathematics, Automotive, Architecture, Programming, and More) General Physics

16. Topics Covered • Mechanics • Linear Motion • Forces and Interactions • 2D Projectile Motion • Momentum, Impulse and Collisions • Work, Energy, and Power • Wave Behavior and Mechanics • Sound and Music • Light and Color • Geophysics • Real World Applications General Physics You are ready for Physics if you… • Have successfully completed Algebra 2 OR are concurrently enrolled in Algebra 2 AND have strong math skills • 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 • Like learning about how things work and why.

17. IB Physics (HL) • What topics will we study? • Year 1: • Mechanics • Thermal Physics/Thermodynamics • Fluid Mechanics • Circular Motion and gravitation • Year 2: • Waves and light • Electricity and Magnetism • AC electricity and energy production • Quantum/Nuclear/Particle Physics • “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.” • “I really wish I had taken Physics in high school! It would have made it SO much easier in college!” ~A Physical Therapist, Olympic PT • “Physics has an application for everything; that’s why it’s amazing!”

18. IB Physics (HL) • Learning Recommendations: • Have successfully completed Algebra 2 OR are concurrently enrolled in Algebra 2 AND have strong math skills • Successful completion of Physics Lab Methods and Chemistry Lab Methods • 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.” • Memorable Year 1 Labs: • Free-Fall • Collisions and Roller Coasters • Heat Engines • Amusement Park Physics • And so many more!! • Labs to look forward to 2nd year: • Wave machines • Rotational motion • Electric Motors • Create a radioactive isotope • And so many more!!

19. IB BIOLOGY (HL) • 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. For more information, visit www.biologyforlife.com

20. IB BIOLOGY I TOPICS • Learning & memory • Biochemistry • Cell structure & function • DNA & biotechnology • Biology of Cancer • Genetics IB BIOLOGY II TOPICS • Diversity of Life • Ecology • Evolution • Botany • Metabolism • Human anatomy & physiology COOL LABS! DNA electrophoresis!!! Engineer glowing bacteria!!! Grow fast plants!!! Use microscopes!!!

21. IB Chemistry (SL/HL) 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 Chemistry Lab Methods courses • Have successfully completed Algebra 2 OR are concurrently enrolled in Algebra 2 AND have strong math skills.

22. IB Chemistry Highlights: • Thermite Demonstration • Alkali Metals Demonstration • Cheeto (Calorimetry) Lab • Candy (Chromatography ) Lab • Being prepared for College Chemistry Classes • (Increase personal learning skills to be an independent, active learner) This is a “High Expectations” course: -You are expected to work hard -You will learn college level chemistry – can test for college credit

23. IB Environmental Systems and Society (SL) • 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).

24. 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.

25. IB Exercise Science • Basic Info • One year course (SL) • Students should have previously taken and passed Biology • 2 years of previous science recommended • Recognized as a lab based science What We Will Study Muscular & Skeletal Human Anatomy Exercise Physiology Energetics/Metabolism Body Motion and Analysis Psychology of Sport and Competition

26. IB Exercise Science Very unique opportunity, the course is not offered at many high schools Great intro to the world of Anatomy and Physiology Early experience if you are interested in a medical profession or athletics Learn very practical information that you can use and see all the time in the real world

27. Forensic Science • This Lab-based course explores the scientific basis of forensics.  • It utilizes the scientific method and knowledge from diverse fields such as physics, chemistry, and biology to collect and analyze evidence, re-create the crime scene, and determine the perpetrator.  • In this course, you will study a number of sub-fields within forensics in order to examine a wide variety of crimes. 

28. Forensic Science Topics: • Crime Scene and Physical Evidence • Properties of Matter and Glass Analysis • Drugs and Forensic Toxicology • Forensic Serology • DNA Evidence • Hair and Fibers • Metal, Paints, and Soil • Fire Investigation • Explosions • Fingerprints • Firearms, Tool Marks and other Impressions • Document Examination • Careers in Forensic Science