ENVIRONMENT SCIENCE, ADVANCED

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1 ENVIRONMENT SCIENCE, ADVANCED Grade Level: Course #: 3010 Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Two credits in Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma Course Work Environmental Science, Advanced is an interdisciplinary course that integrates biology, earth science, chemistry, and other disciplines. Students enrolled in this course conduct in-depth scientific studies of ecosystems, population dynamics, resource management, and environmental consequences of natural and anthropogenic processes. Students formulate, design, and carry out laboratory and field investigations as an essential course component. I. Introduction to Environmental Science 5% II. Basic Ecology 12% III. Populations 17% IV. Natural Resources 30% A. Energy 1. Renewable resources 2. Nonrenewable resources B. Water C. Minerals D. Agriculture and Land Use 1. Food 2. Hunger E. Wilderness and Forests F. Species and Extinction G. Urban Land Use V. Pollution 22% VI. Society 5% VII. Politics, Economics, and Ethics 14%

2 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, ADVANCED PLACEMENT Grade Level: Course #: 3012 Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Environmental Science, Advanced Environmental Science, Advanced Placement is a course that provides students with the content established by the College Board. Students enrolled in Environmental Science, Advanced Placement investigate the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, and the examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. (Will be developed 2009 to meet specific College Board audit requirements under the direction of new instructor)

3 EARTH and SPACE SCIENCE, OTHER ASTRONOMY Grade Level: Course #: 3042R Length: One Semester Credit: One Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Earth and Space Science I and C+ in all science class or teacher recommendation In this course the topics will include telescopes and other instruments, the planets and their satellites, asteroids, meteors and comets, the sun, star characteristics, galaxies, deep outer space, and observations. Some night observations may be required. Information will also include the lifelong application of these topics for the amateur astronomer. I. History of Astronomy.8 week A. Ancient concepts B. Contributions of men and women II. Scientific Principles.4 week A. Gravity B. Scientific method III. Light Properties.8 week A. Wave vs. particle theory / dual nature B. Reflection / refraction C. Dispersion / diffraction / interference D. Spectrum & Doppler shift IV. Instruments 1.6 weeks A. Refractors / reflectors B. Radio telescopes C. Spectroscopes D. Radar astronomy E. Infrared / ultraviolet telescopes F. Hubble Space Telescope G. X-ray / Gamma ray astronomy V. Earth 1.2 weeks A. Statistics (mass, volume, density) B. Atmosphere

4 C. Magnetic field D. Auroras E. Earth motions, seasons, time F. Latitude and longitude G. Right Ascension and declination H. Altitude Azimuth System I. Precession and the Ice Age VI. Moon.8 week A. Surface features B. History and origins C. Magnetic field D. Revolution and Tides E. Eclipses VII. Terrestrial Planets 1.4 weeks A. Statistics B. Spacing C. Terrestrial vs. Jovian D. Mercury E. Venus F. Earth G. Mars VIII. Jovian Planets 1.2 weeks A. Statistics B. Origin and evolution C. Jupiter D. Saturn E. Uranus F. Neptune G. Pluto H. Planet X IX. Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors 1.2 weeks A. Origins B. Asteroids (origins, types) C. Comets (origins, spin, perturbations, discovery) D. Meteors (observing, physical properties, origins, orbits, craters, tektites) E. Dinosaur Extinction Theory X. Sun.8 week A. Physical characteristics, layers B. Fusion reaction C. Spectrum

5 D. Magnetic fied E. Sunspots F. Rotation G. Plages, spicules, prominences, and flares XI. Stars 1 week A. Distances, parallax B. Brightness, magnitude C. Temperatures D. Hertzspring-Russel Diagram E. Varieties of stars F. Infrared and E-ray vs. visible sky XII. Multiple Star Systems.6 week A. Binary types B. Mass-luminosity relationships C. Origin D. Clusters XIII. Variable Stars.6 week A. Cepheid variables B. Other types C. Supernova Type I XIV. Interstellar Space.6 week A. Gases, dust, molecules B. Clouds C. Emissions XV. Birth, Life and Death, of Stars 1.4 weeks A. Gas laws B. Energy source C. Formation and birth D. Main sequence stage E. Red giant F. Supernova Type II G. White Dwarf H. Neutron star I. Stellar winds J. Pulsars K. Black holes XVI. Milky Way Galaxy A. Structure and rotation B. Shape and mass C. Star distribution.6 week

6 XVII. Galaxies A. Classification B. Local group C. Clusters D. Distances E. Radio and Seyfert galaxies F. Quasars XVIII. The Universe A. Origin B. Background radiation C. Models D. Einstein s concept of space-time E. Mass-energy density XIX. Extra-terrestrial Life A. Latest findings B. Search techniques.6 week.6 week.6 week XX. Observations.8 week A. Astrophotography B. Telescope use

7 EARTH and SPACE SCIENCE, OTHER GEOLOGY Grade Level: Course #: 3042G Length: One Semester Credit: One Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Earth and Space Science I and C+ in all science classes or teacher recommendation. This course goes into detail in studying geologic concepts, rocks and minerals, geologic history, landform formations, soils, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, ground and surface water, fossils, geologic time, and the ocean floor. Physical science and Chemistry would be helpful, but not required. I. History of Geology.4 week A. Discoveries B. Rock cycle C. Origin theories II. Matter.6 week A. Atomic structure B. Bonding C. Mass III. Minerals 1.6 weeks A. Structure B. Physical properties C. Chemical tests D. Groups E. Silicates F. Nonsilicates G. Mineral resources IV. Igneous Rocks.8 week A. Crystallization B. Textures and composition C. Identification D. Occurrence-plutons and batholiths E. Mineral concentration

8 V. Volcanic Activity.8 week A. Materials B. Types C. Climate effects D. Plate tectonics connections VI. Sedimentary Rocks.8 week A. Types and classifications B. Lithofaction C. Environments D. Fossils included E. Fossil fuels VII. Metamorphic Rock.8 week A. Agents of metamorphism B. Textures and composition C. Identification D. Occurrence E. Plate Tectonics and metamorphism F. Mineral resources VIII. Weathering and Coils.8 week A. Types of weathering B. Soil formation and types C. Soil profile D. Ore deposits IX. Mass Wasting.4 week A. Types B. Control of X. Running Water 1 week A. Hydrologic cycle B. Streams C. Base level and braided streams D. Erosion and transport E. Deposition and sediment F. Valley development G. Drainage patterns H. Landscape evolution I. Urbanization effects XI. Groundwater 1 week A. Water table B. Distribution

9 C. Porosity and permeability D. Movement E. Springs, Wells, Geysers F. Geothermal Energy G. Problems of usage H. Contamination I. Caves and Karst Topography XII. Glaciers and Glaciation.8 week A. Formation B. Movement C. Erosion features D. Deposits E. Langorms created F. Ice Age theories XIII. Deserts.8 week A. Definition B. Distribution C. Geologic Processes D. Wind Erosion and Deposition E. Landscapes XIV. Shorelines A. Waves and wave actions B. Erosion C. Beaches and Longshore Currents D. Emergent / Submergent Coasts E. Tides and Tidal Power.8 week XV. Earthquakes 1 week A. Waves and Instruments B. Locating the source C. Belts D. Depth, intensity, and magnitude E. Destruction F. Prediction XVI. Earth s Structure A. Crust features B. Mantle features C. Core features XVII. Plate Tectonics A. Continental Drift Theory B. Paleomagnetism and Reversals.4 week 1 week

10 C. Sea Floor Spreading D. Modern Theory E. Driving Mechanisms F. Boundaries XVIII. Ocean Floor A. Continental Margin B. Turbidity currents and Submarine canyons C. Deep Ocean features D. Coral Reefs E. Sediments F. Mid-ocean ridges XIV. Mountain Buildings A. Forces B. Folds, Strike, and Dip C. Faults and Joints D. Types of mountains E. Geosyncline concept 1 week.8 week XX. Geologic Time.6 week A. Early methods of dating B. Relative dating C. Correlation D. Radioactivity and Radiometric dating E. Problems with dating F. Timeline XXI. Geologic Maps A. Surveying B. Cross sections XXII. Fossils A. Types B. Identifying C. Microfossils 1 week.8 week

11 PHYSICS I Grade Level: Course #: 3084 Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic honors Prerequisite: Algebra II may be taken concurrently; Integrated Chemistry-Physics or Chemistry I is recommended Well prepared sophomores may enroll with instructor permission. Physics I is a foundation course for more advanced study of science in high school and for preparation for post-secondary education such as college or technical school. Emphasis is placed on a qualitative understanding of the general principles and models of physics, the techniques of problem solving and the nature of scientific inquiry. There is considerable lab work and computers are used extensively for instruction and laboratory. Course topics include: mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, waves and sound, optic and light, atomic and nuclear physics. Interested students will have the opportunity to participate in national research projects in the study of earthquakes or astronomy topics. I. Introduction to Physics 2 weeks A. Problem solving B. Scientific Inquiry II. Mechanics 10 weeks III. Heat 4 weeks IV. Electricity and Magnetism 6 weeks V. Waves and Sound 6 weeks VI. Optics and Light 6 weeks VII. Atomic and Nuclear Physics 2 weeks

12 PHYSICS I, PRE-AP Grade Level: Course #: 3084T Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus, or Pre Calculus, Pre AP may be taken concurrently, Chemistry I, or Chemistry I, Pre-AP Exceptionally well-prepared sophomores may enroll with instructor permission. Physics I, Pre-AP is a foundation course for more advanced study of science in high school and for preparation for college or technical school. Students planning to take Physics, Advanced Placement should take this course. This course is also recommended for students intending to major in engineering or the physical sciences in college. Emphasis is placed on quantitative and qualitative understanding of the general principles and models of physics, the techniques of problem solving, and the nature of scientific inquiry. Mathematics requirements are at the level of Pre-Calculus. There is considerable lab work and computers are used extensively for instruction and laboratory. A science fair project and / or research paper is required. Students will have the opportunity to participate in national research projects in the study of earthquakes with Indiana University or astronomy with the National Optical Astronomy Observatory. Course topics include: mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, waves and sound, light and optics, atomic and nuclear physics. I. Introduction to Physics 2 weeks A. Problem solving B. Scientific Inquiry II. Mechanics 10 weeks III. Heat and Thermodynamics 4 weeks IV. Electricity and Magnetism 6 weeks V. Waves and Sound 6 weeks VI. Optics and Light 6 weeks VII. Atomic and Nuclear Physics 2 weeks

13 PHYSICS B, ADVANCED PLACEMENT Grade Level: Course #: 3080 Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Physics I, or Physics I, Pre-AP, or Chemistry I, Pre-Calculus or Pre- Calculus, Pre-AP may be taken concurrently Well-prepared juniors and highly advanced sophomores may enroll with instructor permission. With instructor permission, exceptionally strong students may enroll without having taken the first year of physics. Physics B, Advanced Placement is a college level course intended for well prepared students who want the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school. The course prepares students for more advanced study in all areas of science in college and is recommended for students who plan to major in engineering or a physical science, but who are not yet ready for Physics C Mechanics, Advanced Placement. It also meets general education requirements for degree programs in other areas. The course is highly recommended for students planning a Pre-Med or similar course of study. Emphasis is placed on quantitative and qualitative understanding of the general principles and models of physics, the techniques of problem solving, and the nature of scientific inquiry. Mathematics requirements are at the level of Pre- Calculus. There is considerable lab work and computers are used extensively for instruction and laboratory. A science fair project and/or research paper is required. (Will be developed 2009 to meet specific College Board audit requirements under the direction of new instructor)

14 PHYSICS C-MECHANICS, ADVANCED PLACEMENT Grade Level: Course #: 3088 Length: Full Year Credits: Two Diploma: Core 40, Academic Honors Prerequisite: Calculus, Advanced Placement may be taken concurrently, Physics I, Physics I, Pre-AP, or Chemistry I Physics C-Mechanics, Advanced Placement is a college level course intended for wellprepared students who want the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school. The course is intended for students who plan to major in engineering, mathematics, or a physical science such as physics, chemistry, or geology in college. The calculus-based course focuses on Newtonian mechanics and includes kinematics, vectors, the laws of motion, energy and work, momentum, circular motion and rotation, gravitation, oscillations and waves, and other topics as needed. Considerable emphasis is placed on the techniques of problem solving, and the nature of scientific inquiry. There is considerable lab work and computers are used extensively for instruction and laboratory. A science fair project and/or research project is required. Students will have the opportunity to participate in national research projects in the study of earthquakes with Indiana State University or astronomy with the National Optical Astronomy Observatory. Students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement Physics C examination in May. (Will be developed 2009 to meet specific College Board audit requirements under the direction of new instructor)