Science

The AHA Science Department agrees with ABET (The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), 工程教育界的权威人士认为，为从事工程职业最好的高中准备包括扎实的科学和数学背景. In addition to traditional courses, ABET suggests a focus on communication skills, a commitment to lifelong learning, an appreciation for cultural diversity, and the ability to drive change.

For students interested in a career in engineering, AHA offers the following sequence of courses:

Normal Sequence
Grade	Science	Math
9	Biology	Intermediate Algebra
10	Chemistry	Geometry
11	Physics	Algebra II
12	Elective	Pre-Calculus
Accelerated Sequence
Grade	Science	Math
9	Pre-AP Biology	Advanced Intermediate Algebra
10	Pre-AP Chemistry	Advanced/Accelerated Geometry/Algebra II
11	AP Chemistry/AP Biology	AP Pre-Calculus
12	AP Physics I	AP Calculus

 

Writing and Communications: 对准备大学工程课程感兴趣的学生除了每年必修的英语课程外，还应该学习公共演讲和演讲风格.

Suggested key electives: Computer Art, Computer-Aided Drafting, Computer Science. 

3 credits

Grade Level: 9

Prerequisite: None

This is an introductory course to the biological sciences. 学生将探索生物体的世界，并了解生物学如何应用于日常生活. In this course, students will cover the following topics: biochemistry, the cell, cell metabolism, cell reproduction, DNA function/replication, genetics, protein synthesis, ecology, evolution, human body systems, and biotechnology.

Learning Outcomes:

• Read, speak and think scientifically in order to solve scientific problems using models and diagrams.
• Connect math and science.
• 用科学的方法收集数据来回答科学问题.
• Analyze and evaluate data collected.
• Understand and use scientific explanations and theories.
• 在整个生物学课程中连接和关联所有的主题.

3 credits

Grade Level: 9

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisite: Passing score on Physical Science Proficiency Test or 90% on the entrance test science section, 同时注册高级中级代数I或更高, and instructor approval.

本课程是一门生物学入门课程，为那些计划在圣天使大学大三或大四修AP生物学课程的学生提供第一年的课程. In this course, students will cover the following topics: biochemistry, the cell, cell metabolism, cell reproduction, DNA function/ replication, genetics, protein synthesis, ecology, animal behavior, evolution, human body systems, and biotechnology.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• Define basic biological concepts and processes.
• 识别生物的特征和基本需求.
• 了解生物与其环境之间的相互联系.
• 进行实验室实验，提高学生对所涵盖主题的知识，实践和实施实验设计和科学方法的技能.
• Demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• 说明各种数据表示方法(图表)的使用, graphs, illustrations, tables, spreadsheet/graphing software).
• Relate math to science and biology.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisite: Pre-AP Biology and Pre-AP Chemistry, with a C+ average in both and instructor approval. (经导师批准，化学平均成绩为B+的学生可以被录取.)

This is a second course in Biology to prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Biology test. 本课程可供大三学生和大四学生选修. Mary’s University for college credit. 这是一门严格的课程，是为即将进入大学的学生设计的，他们正在考虑主修医学或其他生物科学. This course is for the self-motivated student who has a profound interest in biological sciences. 学生们将在春季准备并参加AP考试. 学生必须为这门课购买一本大学实验笔记本.

成功完成暑期课程必须被录取.

Learner Outcomes:

• 用科学的方法解决日常生活中遇到的问题.
• 举例说明当前科学思想的历史发展.
• 具备基本的测量、数据收集和数据解释技能.
• 解释生物系统的模拟，并将其与具体应用联系起来.
• 鉴定原核和真核细胞的内部和外部细胞器，并确定每种细胞器的功能.
• Recognize energy pathways such as photosynthesis, respiration, and overall cellular metabolism.
• Describe the basic process of mitosis and meiosis, and how they are related to the life cycle of organisms.
• 描述遗传学的主要原理以及遗传机制和蛋白质和DNA合成的过程.
• 了解自然选择的机制及其对进化的影响.
• 描述人类/植物的结构和功能，包括生殖生物学, development, behavior, and regulation of systems.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Completion of one year of Biology and Chemistry.

科学中的工程与技术是一门基于STEM的课程，旨在教授学生法医学的基础知识, DNA technologies, and environmental engineering.

Trimester 1: Forensic Science

The first trimester will focus on forensics, the application of science, engineering, and math for solving crimes. 它将有丰富的探索和实验室研究，应用许多学科的科学研究，如生物学/解剖学, chemistry, and physics to solving crimes. Labs include crime scene and evidence collection, time of death analysis, fingerprint analysis, blood spatter analysis, and forensic anthropology. 

Learner Outcomes:

• 使用各种实验室技术来分析证据和解决犯罪.
• Understand how crime scene investigators and law enforcement work together to solve crimes.
• Understand the importance of evidence collection and the reliability of certain types of evidence (eye witness, fingerprints, DNA). 

Trimester 2: DNA Technologies

课程的第二学期旨在让学生全面介绍目前在DNA技术领域使用的科学概念和实验室研究技术，如DNA提取, gel electrophoresis, and PCR. 学生将获得有关生物技术领域的知识，并对所使用的生物学概念有更深的理解. In addition, students develop the laboratory, critical thinking, 以及目前在生物技术行业中使用的沟通技巧. Furthermore, students will explore and evaluate career opportunities in the field of biotechnology through extensive readings, laboratory experiments, class discussions, and research projects.

Learner Outcomes:

• 在分子和细胞水平上展示生物过程的知识.
• Approach and solve biological problems critically with scientific literacy in individual and group settings.
• Demonstrate ability to perform molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques used in biotechnology.
• 在生物技术科学努力的各个方面应用伦理实践.

Trimester 3: Environmental Engineering

本课程的第三学期将介绍工程和设计过程，以及能源和能源问题的概念，重点是可持续和可再生能源，如海洋热能技术, wind power, biofuels, and solar energy. Projects include designing and testing windmills, and will culminate in the design, construction, 并测试一艘将参加5月份太阳能帆船赛的太阳能船.

Learner Outcomes:

• Use processes of designing, building, 并测试解决社会问题和响应环境需求的解决方案.
• Understand that the Earth is one interconnected system comprised of numerous ecosystems. Natural systems change over time and space.
• Consider cultural, social and economic factors when developing solutions to environmental issues.
• Demonstrate that human survival is dependent on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems.

 3 credits
Grade Level: 12

Prerequisite: Completion of three years of science, 科学/数学老师关于学科和成绩的推荐表，以及确定兴趣和研究课题的书面申请表.

科学研究与设计课是一门旨在向学生介绍动态和多方面的科学研究世界，以体验规划的课程, performing, 以及原创科学与工程研究的交流. The course adopts a more free-form structure, empowering students to be self-disciplined and self-motivated in their pursuit of knowledge. Trimester I focuses on foundational activities, including an exploration of the scientific method, analysis of scientific data, 并磨练解释和有效交流科学概念的技能. As students progress into Trimester II, they will transition into independent research projects, utilizing the knowledge and skills acquired to explore original science and engineering inquiries. During this phase, dedicated independent work time will be provided to facilitate the development of individual research projects. 在第三学期，重点转向研究之旅的高潮. Students will work towards completing their research projects and engage in the creation of a scientific poster, which will be showcased during the Research Symposium. 这个平台为学生提供了一个机会，让他们通过参加区域科学博览会向更广泛的受众交流他们的发现, 培养科学话语和合作的文化.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• 在他们的STEM顾问和专业导师的帮助下，确定一个科学问题来进行学术研究.

• Be able to review and conduct thorough analysis of professional scientific journal articles.

• 了解数据和误差分析，以及如何使用和解释一些基本的推论统计检验.

• Convey an understanding of the structure of primary research articles and learn how to interpret and evaluate them.

• Be able to develop methods of conducting research using biochemical and technological equipment.

• Create multiple tables, graphs, 以及其他可视化工具来展示和分析他们在整个研究过程中的发现.

• Describe the purpose of their research and present their final conclusions to multiple audiences.

• 学习大量的实验室技术和先进的生物和化学设备的工作，而不是通过要求提供, general curriculum.

• Write a technical paper based on scientific research.

3 credits  

Grade Level: 11, 12

Prerequisites: 同时入学或完成代数II概念或更高

物理学是对自然界运动的研究，是包括工程物理治疗在内的几个大学专业的必修课程, and nursing. Topics covered are: kinematics in two dimensions, work and energy, circular motion, momentum, electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, wave phenomenon, sound, properties of light, geometric optics, and modern physics. In addition to learning the concepts of physics, 学生将发展逻辑解决问题的能力，提高科学交流能力，这些能力可以应用于课堂以外的情况.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• Justify the outcomes of a scientific experiment in a variety of formats (written formal lab report, verbal explanation, drawing of diagrams, etc.).
• 用公式推导出一个实验场景的结果.
• 构建电气系统并设计一种分析电路部分的方法.
• 利用计算机界面和技术进行实验, as well as classical physics materials.
• Present data using spreadsheet software.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisite: 完成代数II的平均成绩为C+或更高，或完成物理. 

AP Physics I is the equivalent to a first-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work and energy; momentum; and simple harmonic motion. 学生应能熟练地解线性方程, working with ratios and proportions, and using basic trigonometry. Students will prepare for and take the AP Physics I exam in the spring for potential college credit.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• Solve systems of equations mathematically.
• 设计和描述实验，包括数据和误差分析.
• Clearly explain justifications and reasons for experimental interpretations in written form.
• Utilize computer interface technology.
• Build collaborative skills.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisite: 完成代数II的平均成绩为C+或更高，或完成物理. 

AP Physics II is equivalent to a second-semester college course in algebra-based physics. 修这门课不一定要上过物理课. The course covers: fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; mechanical and electromagnetic waves; modern physics.

Students are expected to be proficient in the following mathematical operations: solving linear equations, working with ratios and proportions, using basic trigonometry, and logarithmic functions.

Students will prepare for and take the AP Physics II exam in the spring for potential college credit.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• Solve systems of equations mathematically.
• 设计和描述实验，包括数据和误差分析.
• Clearly explain justifications and reasons for experimental interpretations in written form.
• Utilize computer interface technology.
• Present data using spreadsheet software.
• Develop collaborative skills. 

3 credits

Grade level: 10, 11

Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in Intermediate Algebra and Geometry. 

这门课程是为想要在科学方面有很强背景的大学生开设的. Students should be self-motivated and like challenges. 解决问题的能力是很重要的，并将通过一年的发展. Some topics covered include: atomic history, atoms, electrons, bonding and types of reactions. A scientific calculator and lab notebook are required.

Learner Outcomes:

Students will:

• Explain the atom using the current quantum model.
• Understand the concept of the mole.
• Understand chemistry in a historical context.
• Understand the nature of gases and the ideal gas law.
• Understand the nature of acids and bases.
• Interpret data using spreadsheet software. 

3 credits

Grade Level: 10, 11

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisite: C+ average in Pre-AP Biology, and a grade of B+ or higher in Advanced Intermediate Algebra. 学生必须有九年级科学老师的推荐信.

这是对化学定律和原理的深入而快节奏的研究. Problem solving is integral. Explored comprehensively are atomic theory, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, bonding, molecular structure and geometry, periodicity, equilibrium, kinetics, thermodynamics, redox reactions, and descriptive chemistry. An extensive lab program reinforces the principles. A graphing calculator is required. 学生必须为这门课购买一本Rocket Book笔记本. 

Learner Outcomes:

Students will:

• 用当前的量子力学模型解释原子.
• 了解摩尔的重要性和它在化学中的作用.
• 用价键理论和VSEPR模型概念化分子.
• 了解分子动力学理论和理想气体定律. 
• Gain a basic understanding of the analytical and mathematical tools used in the study and application of chemistry.
• Gather data in the lab using computer-interfaced tools such as Vernier hardware in conjunction with their computer.
• 通过准备正式的实验报告和使用电子表格软件应用程序来呈现和绘制数据，获得技术写作技能.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

学生的平均成绩必须保持在“C”才能留在班里.

Prerequisites: 高等代数II或加速高等几何/代数II. An average grade of C+ or higher in Pre AP Chemistry. Concurrent registration in, or completion of, 高级代数II和讲师的许可是必需的. This class may be taken for college credit through the St. Mary’s University PACC program. Tuition fees for college credit will apply.

这门大学水平的课程为学生准备大学预修考试. Topics include: The structure of matter, gas laws, redox equations, thermodynamics, kinetics, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, equilibrium, organic chemistry and nuclear chemistry. 描述化学涵盖了深入和实验室实验加强原则. 成功完成指定的暑期工作是入学的必要条件. 学生将在五月参加AP化学考试. A graphing calculator is required. 学生必须为这门课购买一本Rocket Book笔记本.

Learner Outcomes

Students will:

• Demonstrate skills of measuring, data collection, and data interpretation, using modern laboratory tools and equipment.
• 解释化学系统的模拟，并将其与具体应用联系起来.
• Identify the internal components of the atom and define the functions and arrangements of each subatomic particle.
• Recognize energy pathways such as endothermic, exothermic, 以及化学反应中的自由能关系.
• Describe the five basic types of chemical reactions, and how they can be combined to form a system of equation.
• Explain the mechanisms of chemical reactions and how reaction rates are defined and calculated.
• Explain the nature of chemical equilibrium, how equilibrium positions are determined, and how they can be influenced.

3 credits

Grade Level: 11, 12

Prerequisites: 完成一年生物和化学课程，成绩达到C或以上.

Weighted Grade

This course is for students with a serious interest in the biological sciences and/or health-related careers.  It builds on the knowledge gained in previously completed biology and chemistry courses.  它是大学解剖学课程的入门课程，并将通过圣玛丽大学提供PACC学分.  In this course, 学生通常会独立参与教学内容, outside of class.  Class time will primarily focus on active learning, including case studies, labs and dissections.  These dissections include various organs and a cat.

本课程提供了人体器官系统的概述，并介绍了每个系统如何工作到细胞水平.  The content covered will provide a strong foundation for students going into any medical or health-related field.  Students will study the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, immune, urinary, and reproductive systems.

Learner Outcomes:

Students will:

• Describe or demonstrate an understanding of the basic chemical processes in the human body.
• Utilize a basic working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Use directional, sectional, and planar terms to locate or identify structures in the body.
• Name and identify the basic organs and related structures of the 11 human organ systems.
• 列出并解释人体每个器官或器官系统的主要功能.
• 解释和演示结构之间的相互关系, organs, and organ systems to maintain homeostasis.