1007        Science 7    1 Credit    Grade 7

This course is an introduction into Life Science. It involves a wide range of topics such as the metric system, fungi, protists, bacteria, viruses, plants, animals, microscope work, anatomy, and ecology. Dissections of various animals will be used to aid in the curriculum.  The main objectives of this course are to be hands-on learning as much as possible, and expand the student’s knowledge of the scientific world around them.

1008        Science 8    1 Credit    Grade 8

Prerequisite:           Completion of Science 7

1010        Science 9 S1    .5 Credit    Grade 9

1011        Science 9 S2    .5 Credit    Grade 9                

Science 9 (in 2021-22) is a course in which students will take a general survey of the most basic concepts of the chemical and physical nature of matter.  Students perform numerous experiments to draw meaning from the natural world and apply scientific theory to their observations.  Students will complete several projects designed to improve research and presentation skills.

Prerequisite:           Completion of Science 8.  May not be repeated for 1 Credit of Science 9

1012     Science 9 Honors S1     .5 Credit    Grade 9

1013     Science 9 Honors S2     .5 Credit    Grade 9

Honors Science 9 is a course in which students will take a general survey of the most basic concepts of the chemicals and physical nature of matter.  Students perform numerous experiments to draw meaning from the natural world and apply scientific theory to their observations.  Students will complete several projects designed to improve research and presentation skills.  Students will cover more content in greater depth than the regular Science 9 course.

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation/Approval and completion of Science 8.  May not be repeated for 1 Credit of Science 9.

1018        Biology S1    .5 Credit    Grade 10

This course is designed as a basic survey of the total field of biology.  It includes a wide range of topics such as cell biology, genetics, microorganisms, anatomy, physiology, botany, zoology, ecology, and conservation.  Dissections of various animals will be performed.   One of the main objectives of this course is give students a better understanding and appreciation of the biotic world around them.

Prerequisite:           Science 9 S1, S2.  May not be repeated for 1 Credit of Biology.

1019        Biology S2    .5 Credit    Grade 10

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Biology S1.

1021A        Honors Biology S1   .5 Credit    Grade 10

1021B        Honors Biology S2   .5 Credit    Grade 10 

Honors Biology treats the same subject matter as Biology with a somewhat different approach, plus in depth study of specific areas.  Students must be able to cover material faster and with more detail than in regular biology.

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory Completion of Science 9

Teacher recommendation and rank of score on entrance exam

1024A        Applied Biology S1    .5 Credit    Grade 10

This course deals with the current issues of biology and will cover the basic topics such as cells, genetics, animals, plants, ecology and the human body.  We live in a biotic world our entire life; therefore, we should all have an understanding of our surroundings as well as an understanding of our own body.  This course covers the same basic topics as biology with efforts made to use practical rather than scientific terminology.

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory Completion of Science 9 S1 and S2 and teacher recommendation required.

May not be repeated for 1 Credit of Biology.

1024B        Applied Biology S2    .5 Credit    Grade 10

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Applied Biology S1.  

1055               Outdoor Biology                  .5 Credit                       Grades 11,12   

Do you like to spend time in the outdoors?  Do you like to hunt or fish or go camping?  If yes, this is the class for you! This course is designed for the outdoor enthusiast.  Students will spend a large portion of the course in the outdoors working in the field to collect specimens or data.  Course topics will include ecology and environmental science areas of study. Students will be required to possess a Minnesota Fishing License to participate in angling experiences.  

Prerequisite:  Biology S1 & Biology S2

1032A        Applied Chemistry S1    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

This course of study will introduce the student to Chemistry, with an emphasis on the concepts of the nature of matter and its interactions.  This class is not recommended for the student planning to pursue a medical, scientific, or engineering career; rather it is intended for a general survey of the field, where more emphasis is placed upon a hands-on study of the subject.  Completion of this course will aid the student in fulfilling tech-prep requirements.  Must have successfully passed one of the Biology classes to register.

Prerequisite:           Algebra I highly recommended

Satisfactory Completion of Biology S1, S2 (or Applied Biology S1, S2) and teacher recommendation required. 

Note:  May not be combined with Chemistry or CITS Chemistry S1 or repeated to achieve 1 Credit of Chemistry credit.

1032B        Applied Chemistry S2    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Applied Chemistry S1

1033        Chemistry S1    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Chemistry is the study of matter – how it is composed, and how and why it changes.  This course will present to the student the fundamental concepts of Chemistry through laboratory investigations, problem-solving and molecular modeling.  Students will learn skills in predicting the behavior of matter through experimentation.  This course is intended for all students, especially the college-bound, who want to have an in-depth understanding of the nature of matter and its changes.

This first semester course of study includes measurement, nuclear and electronic structure, the mole concept, periodicity, bonding, nomenclature, chemical reactions and stoichiometry.

Note:  May not be repeated to achieve 1.0 credit in High School Chemistry.  Successful completion of Biology S1, S2 and Chemistry S2 is required to achieve credit for Chemistry S1.  May not be combined with CITS Chemistry S1 or Applied Chemistry S1 to achieve 1 Credit of Chemistry credit.

Prerequisite:           Successfully passed both semesters of Biology or Applied Biology. 

Algebra I is highly recommended.

Note:  May not be repeated to achieve 1.0 credit in High School Chemistry.

1034        Chemistry S2    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

This course is a continuation of the first semester with a course of study that includes states of matter, gas stoichiometry, solutions, chemical reactions, and equilibrium and oxidation-reduction reactions.  It is highly recommended that students complete this second course during the same year that the Chemistry-Semester I course is taken.

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Chemistry S1.  May not be combined with Applied Chemistry

S1 to achieve 1 Credit in Chemistry.

 

1035A        Chemistry (CITS) S1    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:         Biology (Honors or General), Alg 2  CITS Chemistry S2 is required to achieve credit for CITS Chemistry S1. 

1035B        Chemistry (CITS) S2    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           Successful completion of CITS Chemistry S1. 

 

1040A        Physics S1   .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Physics is the study of the physical world.  Beginning with an observation, student will learn to develop skills in applying the studied concepts to make predictions that enhance our description of the physical world.  Experimentation, data analysis, demonstrations and problem solving are key components to this course.  Physics is recommended for all students who wish to further their understanding of the physical world.

Topics of Study:  Kinematics, Newton’s Laws, Energy, Momentum, Circular Motion, Heat and Temperature

Prerequisite:           Biology S2 (Honors or General), Algebra II; with Trigonometry. Suggested or instructor consent.

Note:  May not be repeated to achieve 1.0 credit in High School Physics.  

 

1043A        Physics (CITS) S1   .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           GPA of 3.0, Algebra II and Trigonometry. 

Satisfactory completion of Biology S2 (CITS, General or Applied).  For College Credit, students must meet LSC eligibility requirements.

Students must complete CITS Physics S2 to receive credit for CITS Physics S1.

Physics option course for Engineering/Engineering Technology Academy Honors.

Note: May not be repeated to achieve 1.0 credit in High School Physics.

1043B        Physics (CITS) S2   .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           Successful completion of Physics (CITS) S1. 

Physics option course for Engineering/Engineering Technology Academy Honors. 

1044        Introduction to Engineering    .5 Credit    Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Science 9 (Honors or General), Alg 2 or Alg 1 with Instructor consent 

For College Credit, students must meet college eligibility requirements.

 

1045        Informational Technology Applications for Science and Engineering (ITASE)    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Informational Technology Applications for Science and Engineering (ITASE) is a co-enrollment course that incorporates computers and computer programming into engineering applications and science. This course is designed to give the student a preview of several of the skills required in these courses. Students do not need to be engineering majors, any student interested in computer programming or computer science will benefit from enrolling in this course.

Students will gain skill using computer hardware and software to compose computer programs, collect and analyze experimental data, and design and manage computer simulations. Mathematics will be used as a tool that is used to make sense of the computer applications studied. Topics explored include the foundations of computing systems, digital logic applications involving logic gates, electronics and microcontrollers. Projects will incorporate Lego NXT and programs created to accomplish project objectives using ArduinoCC.

Prerequisites:         Biology S2 (Honors, General or Applied), Algebra 2 or Instructor consent.

 

1047     Environmental Science Engineering  .5 Credit        Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

In this class, students will be introduced to how human activities affect our environment.  Students will learn about our natural world and how it is influenced by people with a focus on environmental issues facing us today.  Major topics include alternative energy, water resources, land resources, waste, human population, sustainability, and conservation.  Focus of the course will be on researching solutions to these environmental problems facing our society and is primarily project-based.

 

1049        MN Geology                                .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course will focus on Minnesota geology & how human activities affect our state.  Major topics include mineral and rock resources, water resources, land resources, energy resources and sustainability.  Field trips to a variety of locations will be included in this course. 

1050        Human Anatomy/Physiology I    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           Successful completion of Biology S1 and S2

1051        Human Anatomy/Physiology II    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:           C (or better) average in Anatomy/Physiology I

1060        Astronomy    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

A course to introduce students to an overall view of the universe with emphasis on our solar system and beyond.  The student will gain a better appreciation of the world around them.  The celestial sphere, constellations, and stars will also be highlighted. Classes will visit the Paulucci Space Theater, whenever possible, to complete some class work.

1077        Health Science Program / HCCC / CNA  1.0 credit  Grades 11 & 12

Healthcare core curriculum designed to teach basic health career education to high school students and used as a pathway to various health careers.  If a student also takes the CNA skills set, they will be prepared to take the state certification competency exam.  The HCCC is taught as a partnership between High Schools and MNSCU colleges.  This curriculum is approved by MDH & MNSCU.  6 credits available through HCC upon successful completion of the course curriculum and the associated examination.

Prerequisite:           Satisfactory completion of Biology S1, S2 (Honors or General)

1080     Forensic Science     0.5 Credit     Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course surveys key topics in forensic science, including the application of the scientific process to forensic analysis, procedures and principles of crime scene investigation, physical and trace evidence, and the law and courtroom procedures from the perspective of the forensic scientist. Through online lessons, virtual and hands-on labs, and analysis of fictional crime scenarios, students learn about forensic tools, technical resources, forming and testing hypotheses, proper data collection, and responsible conclusions.