WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
COURSE CATALOG
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Course Name : Anatomy / Physiology Type of Course : Core Course Available to : 11th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : Biology ( 70 %)
Description : This course is designed to integrate the study of the structures and functions of the human body , focusing on the essential requirements for life . Areas of study include organization of the body ; protection , support , and movement ; providing internal coordination and regulation ; processing and transporting ; and reproduction , growth , and development . This curriculum is extensively performance and laboratory based . Careers related to medicine , research , healthcare , and modern technology are emphasized throughout the course . Case studies concerning diseases , disorders , and ailments ( i . e reallife applications ) are also emphasized .
Course Name : Earth Systems Type of Course : Core Course
Available to : 12th grade
Prerequisites : Biology ( 70 %)
Description : This course is designed for students to investigate the connections among Earth ’ s systems through Earth history . These systems – the atmosphere , hydrosphere , geosphere , and biosphere – interact through time to produce the Earth ’ s landscapes , ecology , and resources . This course develops the explanations of phenomena fundamental to the sciences of geology and physical geography , including the early history of the Earth , plate tectonics , landform evolution , the Earth ’ s geologic record , weather and climate , and the history of life on Earth . Case studies , laboratory exercises , maps , data analysis , inquiry , and development of scientific explanations will be integrated into the course . Special attention to topics of current interest ( e . g ., recent earthquakes , tsunamis , global warming , price of resources ) and to potential careers in geosciences will be explored .
Course Name : Zoology Type of Course : Core Course
Available to : 12th grade
Prerequisites : Biology ( 70 %)
Description : This course is designed for students to recognize key features of the major body plans that have evolved in animals and how those body plans have changed over time resulting in the diversity of animals that are evident today . In addition to classification and recognition , this course teaches students about the anatomical and physiological characteristics of animals . These characteristics relate to how an animal functions and can help students see the connections uniting particular animal groups . An understanding of form and function allows students to study how animals have evolved over time and to relate animals to their particular role in an ecosystem . Comparative studies will be done during laboratory observations and dissections .
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