General Science

Students develop analytical and problem-solving skills by solving logical problems. Topics in this course include systems of equations, matrices, probability, and geometry. Activities include solving problems and using appropriate technological tools. Students may be required to take this course based on their score on the math placement exam.

Students learn an overview of biological concepts underlying the unity and diversity of life. There is a on basic Mendelian genetics, population biology, evolutionary concepts, the origins of life, plant colonization of land, animal diversity and ecological concepts. This course will introduce students to the four major themes of our curriculum: ecosystems, organisms, cells, and molecules.

Fundamental laws and concepts are presented and studied qualitatively and quantitatively. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, bonding, intermolecular forces, stoichiometry, and aqueous solutions.

Students learn non–calculus introduction to kinematics, mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electromagnetism, and atomic physics.

This course covers basic microbiology and immunology. It introduces concepts of microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms in the biosphere, and their roles in human diseases. Major topics covered include bacterial cell structure, growth, physiology, and genetics of microorganisms. This course also includes a lab component which includes include microscopy, aseptic technique, culture techniques, staining, and immunology.

Students learn the structure and function of the human body and different organ systems. This course includes a virtual lab in which students engage in exploration of human system components and basic physiology. This course is part I of II.

Students develop analytical and problem-solving skills by solving logical problems. Topics in this course include fundamental mathematical concepts, including quadratic, polynomial and radical equations, linear functions and their graphs, systems of linear equations, and functions and their properties. Activities include solving problems and using appropriate technological tools.

Students continue learning biological concepts underlying the unity and diversity of life. There is a focus on the molecular and cellular foundations of life as revealed in study of water, macromolecules, membranes, cellular metabolism, photosynthesis, cellular reproduction, and the, molecular basis of inheritance.

Students learn fundamental laws and concepts are presented as they relate to thermochemistry, gases, colligative properties, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibria, electrochemistry, and solids.

Students continue to learn non–calculus-based kinematics, mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electromagnetism, and atomic physics. This course is the second part to the two-course sequence.

Students study the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, reproductive, and endocrine systems. Topics covered in this course also include the following organ systems and its physiology: vascular, immune, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, and digestive. Additionally, fluid and electrolyte balance, nutrition and metabolism, human development and heredity will also be discussed. The course includes a lab component which will provide a virtual experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology.