SHS Science Course Offerings* Information for current 9th-11th grade students as you register for the 2018-19 School Year

•Chemistry Lab Methods

•Physics Lab Methods•Environmental

Systems•General Biology•General Chemistry•General Physics•Astronomy

•IB Biology (HL)•IB Physics (HL)•IB Chemistry (SL/HL)

•IB Environmental Systems and Society (SL)

•IB Exercise Science (SL)

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:

• Astronomy• General Chemistry

• 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.

General Biology—Topics• Microbiology

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

nucleic acids)▫DNA▫Genetics

• Macrobiology▫Evolution▫Ecology▫Populations▫Human Impact

TidbitsLab-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

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.

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

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

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

General Environmental SystemsWhat do you learn?

• 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

General Environmental SystemsWhat do you do?

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.

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/lab methods course

GENERAL CHEMISTRYGeneral Chemistry

Fun Experiments•Make a GOLD PENNY.•Hot Air Balloons•Chemical Change Lab•Heating Curve for Water•Unknown Puzzle Lab

Topics Covered•Atomic Structure and Compounds• Chemical Reactions. •Stoichiometry—quantitative relationships in chemical reactions.•Energy Relationships•Chemical Equilibrium•Solution Chemistry•Gas Laws

GENERAL CHEMISTRYGeneral ChemistryLearning

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.

General PhysicsWHY 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 STEM and technical careers benefit greatly from understanding physics

(Engineering, Medicine, Science, Construction, Mathematics, Automotive, Architecture, Programming, and More)

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 PhysicsYou are ready for Physicsif 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.

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

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

• “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!!

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, visitwww.biologyforlife.com

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!!!

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.

IB ChemistryHighlights:• 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

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).

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 Exercise ScienceWhat We Will Study

• Muscular & Skeletal Human Anatomy

• Exercise Physiology • Energetics/

Metabolism• Body Motion and

Analysis• Psychology of Sport

and Competition

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

• 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

IB Exercise Science