Anatomy & Physiology Honors
0.5 Credit • Grades 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Placement by instructor , completion of Biology
This challenging course investigates many of the body systems not studied in the CP level Anatomy & Physiology course , including the cardiovascular , digestive , endocrine and urinary systems . Laboratory activities include microscopic examination of tissues and dissection of the kidney and heart . Reading , study skills , and critical thinking are key to success in this honors-level course .
Everyday Engineering
0.5 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12
Our modern lifestyle is built on many mechanical devices that we use everyday or rely on for everyday living . Students will learn basic mechanical concepts and simple machines , and then apply what they learn to make more complex machines that model real-world engineering projects . Students will engage in engineering labs , prescribed projects , and independent creative projects . Upon completing the course , students will have an understanding of basic mechanical concepts and how to apply those concepts to solve complex mechanical problems . Students will use hand-held power tools , hand tools , and hot glue guns .
Maine Fish and Wildlife
0.5 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Biology or Biology Honors ( may be taken concurrently )
This course focuses on the fish , mammals , amphibians , and reptiles found in Maine , along with the management systems in place to ensure the future of these species . Students enrolled in the fall semester will take part in the T . A . squirrel project , an annual mark and recapture study of gray squirrels on our campus .
Marine Biology
0.5 Credit • Grades 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Two credits of science
This course covers basic physical , chemical , and geological oceanography ; marine flora and fauna ; taxonomy , evolution , ecology , and human impacts . Students will build skills in data collection , synthesis , quantitative reasoning , and problem solving through lab and field work .
Marine Biology Honors
0.5 Credit • Grades 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Two credits of science
Eligible students will receive 4 credits in science at Southern Maine Community College ( SMCC ). The course covers basic physical , chemical , and geological oceanography ; marine flora and fauna ; taxonomy , evolution , ecology , and human impacts . Students will build skills
in data collection , synthesis , quantitative reasoning , and problem solving through lab and field work .
Robotics I
0.5 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 ( or 9 by permission of instructor )
In this course , students will research and explore the fundamental engineering principles of robot design . They will then work collaboratively in small groups of 2-3 to construct their own robot using the VEX v5 platform . Students will also explore the programming component of robotics using vex software , as well as an introduction to RobotC .
Robotics II
0.5 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 ( or 9 by permission of instructor ) Prerequisite : Robotics I or equivalent
In this course , students will build on their experiences from Robotics I . In small groups , students will research more complex robot designs to complete more advanced tasks . Students will dig deeper into the RobotC programming language in an attempt to write code to operate a more sophisticated machine .
Trees and the Maine Forest
0.5 credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12
This course focuses on the native tree species found in Maine along with their ecological and commercial importance to our state . Students will develop skills in tree identification and measurement . During the spring semester , students take part in the tapping of maple trees on campus and the production of maple syrup .
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