CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL ' S
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Course Name: Magnet Chemistry
Available to: Magnet 10th grade( IB)
Prerequisites: Must be in the IB program
Type of Course: Core Course
Description: This is an advanced course that is designed to introduce the student to the process by which chemical principles and concepts are developed from observations and data, to understand and apply ordinary chemical and other scientific phenomena which he / she encounters in everyday activities, and to assist the student in appreciating the role of the chemist and the chemical industry in the evolution of our present day highly technological society. Emphasis is placed on computerized probe-wear programs for lab investigations, scientific inquiry, and collaborative research. Students earn an additional 0.5 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
Course Name: Physics I Type of Course: Core Course
Available to: 11th grade
Prerequisites: Biology / Chemistry( 70 %- 84 %) OR H. Biology / H. Chemistry( 70 %-79 %)
Description: This course is designed for students to learn more abstract concepts such as nuclear decay processes, interactions of matter and energy, velocity, acceleration, force, energy, momentum, properties and interactions of matter, electromagnetic and mechanical waves, and electricity, magnetism and their interactions. Students will investigate physics concepts through experiences in laboratories and field work using the science and engineering practices of asking questions and defining problems, developing and using models, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematics and computational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evidence, and obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information.
Course Name: Honors Physics I
Available to: 11th grade
Type of Course: Core Course
Prerequisites: H. Biology / H. Chemistry( 80 %+) OR Biology / Chemistry( 85 %+). 80 %+ in current / most recent math class /
Description: This is an accelerated course to give a more in-depth look into more abstract concepts such as nuclear decay processes, interactions of matter and energy, velocity, acceleration, force, energy, momentum, properties and interactions of matter, electromagnetic and mechanical waves, and electricity, magnetism and their interactions. Students will investigate physics concepts through experiences in laboratories and field work using the science and engineering practices of asking questions and defining problems, developing and using models, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematics and computational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evidence, and obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information. More algebraic treatments of the laws of mechanics, as applied to both linear and circular motion systems, are derived and explained with a significant amount of mathematics added due to the honors level. Students earn an additional 0.5 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
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