WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
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Course Name : Magnet Chemistry I Type of Course : Core Course Available to : Magnet 9th grade
Prerequisites : None
Description : This is an accelerated 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 : H . Chemistry ( 70 % - 79 %) OR Biology ( 70 %+)
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 : 10th and 11th grade
Type of Course : Core Course
Prerequisites : H . Chemistry ( 80 % - 89 %) AND Advanced Algebra ( 85 %+) OR H . Advanced Algebra ( 75 % - 84 %)
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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