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412 Everyday Science A – Credit 1/2 (S)
For freshmen
Class Rank Value: 1.00
413 Everyday Science B – Credit 1/2 (S)
For freshmen
Class Rank Value: 1.00
These two semester courses will cover everyday topics such as: chemistry of cooking, physics of sports, maintenance techniques for houses such as basic circuits, safety and efficiency methods and our relationship with planet earth.

414 Engineering by Design Part 1 – Credit 1/2 (S)
Class Rank Value: 1.05
Elective course for sophomores, juniors, or seniors (does not replace physical science and biology) This is a largely activity based course that explores engineering scope, content and professional practices through practical applications. Teams of students will apply technology, science and mathematics concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems and to create innovative designs. This course can be taken concurrently with any science or mathematics course.

415 Engineering by Design Part 2 – Credit 1/2 (S)
Class Rank Value: 1.05
Elective course for sophomores, juniors, or seniors (does not replace physical science and biology) This is a largely independent study based course that explores engineering scope, content and professional practices through practical applications. The projects and topics covered will be different than ones covered in Technological Design Part 1. Through small engineering projects, students will reinforce science, technology and mathematics concepts and skills. Technological Design Part 1 is not a prerequisite for this course. This course can be taken concurrently with any science or mathematics course.

422 Human Biology – Credit 1/2 (S)
For sophomores
Class Rank Value: 1.00
This semester course will explore the human organism as a system and its individual cellular components and how these affect our everyday life.

423 The Genetic World – Credit 1/2 (S)
For sophomores
Class Rank Value: 1.00
This semester course will explore human genetics and biological technology as well as environmental awareness topics including biodiversity and global systems.

410 Honors/CP411 Physical Science - Credit 1
Class Rank Value: Honor/1.10; CP/1.05
Physical Science is a course designed as a basic course that will develop skills in the following areas: metrics, lab observations and formula use. Topics covered will be: properties of matter, basic atomic structure, energy - its use and conservation, simple machines, laws of motion, electricity, magnetism, sound waves, interactions of matter, chemical reactions, light and technology as it relates to the environment and ecology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.

420 Honors/CP421 Biology - Credit 1.5
Prerequisite: Physical Science or by permission
Class Rank Value: Hon/1.10; CP/1.05
This course presents the nature and meaning of discoveries and principles of biology. Mastery of course content enables the student to understand his/her part in the scheme of life, how he/she effects life about him/her and is affected by that life. The course is rigorous, involving lectures, discussion, laboratory exercises and investigations, library research and practical application. Each student must do considerable reading and study. Subject areas include diversity of living things, patterns of life within organisms and between organisms, continuity of life in the biosphere, and man’s relation to all of life.

429 AP Biology – Credit 1.5
Designed primarily for seniors; admittance to class at teacher discretion;
Prerequisite B or better in Level 0/1 Chemistry and Level 0/1 Biology and permission of instructor.
Class Rank Value: 1.15
The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course. The two main goals of AP Biology are to help students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology and to help students gain an appreciation of science as a process. Three general areas are covered: molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations. It is a fast-paced course and students should expect to spend a significant amount of time outside of class working on assignments. All students will be required to purchase their textbook and must take the Advanced Placement test in May.

430 Honors/CP431 Chemistry - Credit 1.5
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1, Physical Science, & Biology (Or permission of instructor)
Class Rank Value: Hon/1.10; CP/1.05
The organization and goals of Chemistry place emphasis on both theoretical and practical aspects. The course deals with the structure and composition of matter and the changes that matter undergoes. The laboratory work is quantitative in nature and therefore, requires a background in basic mathematical skills. Students are required to record all laboratory work. The course includes lectures, group work, problem solving, laboratory sessions and outside reading.

437 Bio-Organic Chemistry - Credit 1
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better Level 0 or Level 1 Biology & Chemistry or permission of instructor
Class Rank Value: 1.10
This course is designed primarily for the student planning a career in any health-related fields. However, even if a student is not planning to enter a health-related field, the course is worthwhile as it shows the role chemistry plays in everyday life.

The first semester deals with a review of general chemistry followed by an introduction to the various classes of organic compounds. Organic compounds studied are saturated hydrocarbons, unsaturated hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines, and amides. The second semester deals with the chemical basis of life. Topics covered are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, biochemical energy production, carbohydrate metabolism, lipid metabolism, and protein metabolism. 440 Honors Physics - Credit 1.5
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 and completion of 2 Science classes or permission of instructor
Class Rank Value: 1.10
This course is designed for students planning on selecting any science major in college including engineering, pre-med and computer science. 441 CP Physics - Credit 1.5
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1; 2 years of science and enrollment in Geometry (or completion of Geometry)
Class Rank Value: 1.05
This course is designed to provide students with the background necessary to complete a Physics course in college. A large emphasis is placed on study habits, improving mathematical ability through real world applications and basic mechanical theory. Subjects such as light, electricity and waves will also be included. 490 Advanced Physics
Class Rank Value: 1.15
Advanced Physics is offered as an independent study course. Taking the Honors Physics course before taking Advanced is suggested but they can be taken concurrently. A student would be prepared to take the AP Physics B exam in May after completing this study. AP Exam fee is paid by Winslow High School.