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Course Name: AP Physics II: Algebra-Based Type of Course: Core Course Available to: 11th and 12th grade
Prerequisites: AP Physics I( 80 %+)
Description: This course is also an Algebra-Based physics course and is the equivalent to a second-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; and atomic and nuclear physics. The course will involve independent study and frequent mathematical and written analysis to prepare students for the AP Physics II Exam. Students earn an additional 1.0 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
Course Name: AP Physics C: Mechanics Type of Course: Core Course Available to: 11th and 12th grade
Prerequisites: AP Physics I( 80 %+)
Description: This course is a calculus-based course that includes a detailed study of classical( Newtonian) mechanics. The student who enrolls in the AP Physics C course should be comfortable using higher level mathematics in problem-solving. In addition, material on the AP Physics C exam in electricity and magnetism will be covered. The course will involve independent study and frequent mathematical and written analysis to prepare students for the AP Physics C: Mechanics Exam. Students earn an additional 1.0 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
Course Name: AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Type of Course: Core Course Available to: 11th and 12th grade
Prerequisites: AP Physics C: Mechanics( 80 %+)
Description: This course is designed for students who excel in AP C: Mechanics. This course is also a calculusbased course that includes a detailed study of electricity and magnetism as well as Newtonian mechanics. The course will involve independent study and frequent mathematical and written analysis to prepare students for the AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Exam. Students earn an additional 1.0 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
Course Name: Advanced DNA / Genetics Research Type of Course: Core Course Available to: 11th and 12th grade
Prerequisites: AP Biology( 85 %+)
Description: This is a post-AP course that is designed as a research-based advanced genetics course, which will focus on human genetics, the human genome, and DNA fingerprinting. Students will be required to have a thorough background in scientific research and lab techniques. The course emphasis is on emerging technology and recent academic advancements that will enable students to conduct advanced investigations and research. Students will work independently and collaboratively on research problems. There will be additional required studies that will include latest works written about advances in genetics. Students earn an additional 1.0 quality point towards their GPA for this course.
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