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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
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3100DC
INTEGRATED SCIENCE CP
1
This class will emphasize Chemistry and Physics providing the background for Biology, Earth and Space, and higher level Chemistry and
Physics.
Prerequisite: None
3101DC
INTEGRATED SCIENCE CPACCELERATED
1
See description above
Prerequisite: See above
3102DC
INTEGRATED SCIENCE PRE-AP
1
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Prerequisite: See above
3200DC
BIOLOGY CP
1
Introduces students to the basic biological concepts of the cell, cell energetics, molecular basis of life, interdependence of organisms, and
biological change. The approach utilizes a scientific inquiry and application approach.
Prerequisite: None
3201DC
BIOLOGY CP-ACCELERATED
1
See description above
Prerequisite: See above
3202DC
BIOLOGY PRE-AP
1
Introduces students to the basic introductory biological concepts of the cell, cell energetics, molecular basis of life, behavior,
interdependence of organisms, and biological change in preparation for AP Biology. The approach utilizes a scientific inquiry and
application approach. Students taking this class are expected to take AP Biology in the future.
Prerequisite: None
3300DC
EARTH & SPACE CP
1
This is an intermediate level science course encompassing all of the Earth and Space Science and Unifying Ideas core content including:
Earth Systems, Environmental Sciences, Geology and Geologic Processes, Meteorology, and Astronomy.
Prerequisite: Integrated Science and Biology
3301DC
EARTH & SPACE CP-ACCELERATED
1
See description above
Prerequisite: See above
3302DC
EARTH & SPACE PRE-AP
1
See description above
Prerequisite: See above
3400DC
CHEMISTRY CP
1
Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure, and properties of matter and the change that matter undergoes. Emphasis will be
placed on the major concepts of chemistry with basic laboratory skills.
Prerequisite: Integrated Science and Biology
3401DC
CHEMISTRY CP-ACCELERATED
1
Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure, and properties of matter and the change that matter undergoes. Emphasis will be
placed on the major concepts of chemistry with basic laboratory skills.
Prerequisite: See above
3402DC
CHEMISTRY PRE-AP
1
Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure, and properties of matter and the change that matter undergoes. Emphasis will be
placed on the major concepts of chemistry with basic laboratory skills. This class is designed for students who will pursue chemistry on a
high level and are expected to enroll in AP Chemistry in the future.
Prerequisite: See above
3500DC
PHYSICS CP
1
Physics is an inquiry based course designed to expand on the principles of how and why the world around us works and find practical
applications of physics through laboratories, data analysis, problem solving, and discussions. Students will investigate the topics of
motion, force, energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, sound and light.
Prerequisite: Integrated Science and Biology
3501DC
PHYSICS CP-ACCELERATED
1
See description above
Prerequisite: See above
3502DC
PHYSICS PRE-AP
1
Pre-AP Physics is NOT a prerequisite for AP Physics, but is designed to prepare students for college physics. This course integrates much of
the math learned in Geometry and Algebra II giving the serious science student an opportunity to delve into various Physics concepts. This Prerequisite: B or higher in Algebra II and Geometry
course is recommended for college bound students considering a career in medicine, physical therapy, vetenary medicine or engineering.
3600DC
AP BIOLOGY
1
This course is the equivalent of an Introductory-level Biology course in taught in college. The course provides students with the conceptual
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Pre-AP Biology or teacher
framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills to deal with the rapidly changing science of biology. Emphasis will be placed on
recommendation
preparation for the AP Biology exam and students are expected to take the exam at the conclusion of the course.
3700DC
AP CHEMISTRY
1
This course is the equivalent of an Introductory-level Chemistry course in taught in college. The course provides students with the
conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills to deal with the rapidly changing science of chemistry. Emphasis will be
placed on preparation for the AP Chemistry exam and students are expected to take the exam at the conclusion of the course.
Prerequisite: Completion of Chemistry Pre-AP or teacher
recommendation
3800DC
AP PHYSICS
1
This course is a college level, mathematically-based, laboratory-oriented course. The primary responsibility is to prepare students for the
national AP Physics I and/or II test or the SAT Physics Subject Test. Dual credit may be given at OCTC classes PHY 201/PHY 203 and PHY
202/PHY 204 to students that have met the acceptance requirements of OCTC (extra fees may be incurred).
Prerequisite: Simultaneous with Pre-Calculus or Calculus, or
teacher recommendation.
3801DC
AP PHYSICS C – MECHANICS,
ELECTRICITY, AND MAGNETISM
1
There are two AP Physics C courses — Physics C: Mechanics and Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, each corresponding to
approximately a semester of college work. Mechanics is taught first. Both courses utilize guided inquiry and student-centered learning to
foster the development of critical thinking skills and use introductory differential and integral calculus throughout the course. Physics CPrerequisite: Either have taken Calculus or be willing to take a
Mechanics provides instruction in each of the following six content areas: Kinematics; Newton's laws of motion; work, energy, and power;
free on-line Calculus course administered by Mr. Dunn over the
systems of particles and linear momentum; circular motion and rotation; and oscillations and gravitation. Physics C- Electricity and
summer.
Magnetism provides instruction in each of the following five content areas: electrostatics; conductors, capacitors and dielectrics; electric
circuits; magnetic fields; and electromagnetism. Dual college credit may be given at OCTC to students meeting acceptance requirements
to OCTC (extra fees may be incurred).
3900DC
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
1
This class is designed to explore the science of crime scene analysis. Emphasis will be placed on lab application of concepts learned.
Subject matter may be unsettling at times; use your discretion as to your tolerance level.
3901DC
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
1
3902DC
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
1
This is a challenging course offering in the biological sciences. This course is recommended for juniors and seniors. It is designed for
students who like the sciences and/or who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical science fields or Allied Health Fields. This
course compliments AP Biology.
Prerequisite: Must have at least a C or better in a Integrated
Science OR a B or better in the last science course taken
Prerequisite: Biology or Biology Pre-AP. Junior and senior
level.
Emphasis is placed on study of carbon-based compounds and the reactions, which they undergo. This is a highly recommended course for
Prerequisite: AP Chemistry and Biology Pre-AP
anyone interested in the fields of chemistry, biochemistry and medicine.