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Academics » Science

Advanced Placement Biology Description

The purpose of this course is to provide a basic study of general biology with labs. The Advanced Placement Program of the College Board specifies the content.

Per the Providence Pupil Progression Plan the student must take the advanced placement exam as part of the requirements in order to pass any and all AP classes.

Credit: 1 (year)
11th and 12th Grade
Prerequisites: Biology I with A/B average; Math completed through Algebra II with A/B average

Anatomy and Physiology Honors Description

The purpose of this course is to provide theory and laboratory experiences in the structures and functions of the components of the human body.

The content includes, but is not limited, to the following:

• the scientific method
• cells
• tissues
• organs
• organ systems
• human development
• homeostasis in the organism
• nutrition
• pathogens
• chemical substances
• human genetics and inheritance
• the effect of scientific technology on society

Credit: 1 (Year)
10th - 12th Grades
Prerequisites: Biology with "C" or higher

Biology I Honors Description

The purpose of this course is to provide advanced exploratory experiences and activities in the fundamental concepts of life. This course expands the biological concepts that were introduced in the elementary and the junior high/middle schools and presents additional facts, concepts, and generalizations.

The content includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• the scientific method
• scientific measurement, laboratory safety, and use of laboratory apparatus
• biochemistry
• cell biology
• cell reproduction
• genetics
• biological changes through time
• classification and taxonomy
• microorganisms and disease
• structure and function of plants
• structure and function of animals
• human anatomy and physiology
• ecological relationships

Credit: 1 (Year)
9th and 10th grade
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Geometry Honors

Chemistry I Honors Description

The purpose of this course is to provide a rigorous study of the composition, properties, and changes associated with matter.

The content includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• heat
• changes of matter
• atomic structure
• periodic table
• bonding
• formulas and equations
• mole concept
• gas laws
• energy and order
• reaction rates and equilibrium
• solutions, including acids, bases, and salts
• nuclear chemistry
• electrochemistry
• organic chemistry

Credit: 1 (Year)
10th and 11th grades
Prerequisites: Biology I or I-Honors "C" avg. and/or qualifying test scores / concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or higher

Earth Space Science Description

The purpose of this course is to develop concepts basic to the earth, its materials, processes, history, and environment in space.

The content includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• the formation of the universe and the solar system
• the life cycle of stars
• the earth-moon system
• the U.S. manned space program and space exploration
• formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks and identification of rocks and minerals
• divisions of the earth
• formation of landforms and basic mountain types
• fundamentals plate tectonics
• formation of rivers and water systems
• erosion
• mass movements
• wind
• glaciers
• hydrologic cycle
• oceanography and ocean currents
• meteorology and cloud types
• weather mapping
• soil composition
• geologic periods and fossils
• renewable and nonrenewable energy resources

Credit: 1 (Year)
Open to grades 9-12
Prerequisites: None

Physics I Description

The purpose of this course is to conduct an introductory study of the theories and laws governing the interaction of matter, energy, and the forces of nature.

The content includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• kinematics
• dynamics
• energy
• work and power
• heat and thermodynamics
• wave characteristics
• light
• electricity
• magnetism
• nuclear physics
• sound

Credit: 1 (Year)
11th and 12th Grades
Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry

Physics I Honors/ Advanced Placement Physics Description

The purpose of this course is to provide a rigorous introductory study of the theories and laws governing the interaction of matter, energy, and the forces of nature. It follows the course content as outlined by the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board.

The content includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• kinematics
• dynamics
• energy, work, and power
• heat and thermodynamics
• wave characteristics
• light
• electricity
• magnetism
• nuclear physics
• sound

Per the Providence Pupil Progression Plan the student must take the advanced placement exam as part of the requirements in order to pass any and all AP classes.

Credit: 1 (Year)
Open to grades 11-12
Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry with a B average