Science

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 10
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 100) – NCAA

Biology is the study of living things and processes that maintain the living condition. The topics include cellular biology, photosynthesis, respiration, genetics, evolution, classifying organisms, and ecology. This is a dual credit optional course for BIOL 100 from CSI.

2 – CRHS – 10
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 201) – NCAA
Application/Teacher Recommendation

Honors Biology is designed to provide a more challenging course for students interested in Biology. Students will go in depth into the topics of Cellular Biology, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Genetics, Evolution, Classification and Ecology. This is a dual credit course and students will register for BIOL 201 from CSI.

2 – TFHS – 10/11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 201) – NCAA

AP Biology is designed to provide a more challenging course for students interested in Biology. Students will go in depth into the topics of Cellular Biology, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Genetics, Evolution, Classification and Ecology. Additionally, this course will prepare students for the AP Biology Exam and students may opt to take the AP Exam for possible college credit.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 100) – NCAA
Biology

Students will study many different types of living organisms; their systems and classifications. Students will analyze the structure, function and diversity of organisms. Topics by quarter include: microorganisms (bacteria, protists), botany, zoology, human body systems. This course will include several animal dissections which are a required part of the course. Students must be willing to participate. This is a dual credit optional course for BIOL 100 from CSI at CRHS.

1 – TFHS – 10/11/12

SCI – DC (CSI: AGRI 109)

If taking for Dual Credit, Applied Livestock is also required.

A course designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to nutrition, reproduction, diseases, breeding, genetics, anatomy, and physiology in livestock. Students will be expected to design and carry out a semester project. If you are thinking about a career in an animal science or veterinary medicine related field, this course and applied livestock are recommended. If taking for Dual Credit, Applied Livestock is also required.

1 – TFHS – 10/11/12

SCI – DC (CSI: AGRI 109L)

Intro to Ag Education or Industry and Animal Science/Instructor approval. If taking for Dual Credit, Animal Science is required.

A course that includes principles of animal production and management. Topics include health, evaluation, selection, feeding, and management. Students will be expected to design and carry out a semester project. Students must take Animal Science and Applied Livestock Management to receive Dual Credit.

2 – CRHS – 11/12
SCI – DC  (CSI: BIOL 120)

Environmental Science provides students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and man-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Environmental science is a multidisciplinary science. This is a dual credit optional course for BIOL 102 from CSI.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 102/102L)
C or better in Biology or AP Biology

The goal of the Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Students passing the AP Exam in the Spring may be awarded College Credit.

2 – TFHS – 10/11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: BIOL 105) – NCAA
B or better in Biology or Instructor Approval

This course studies both the structure and function of organ systems of the human body, (circulatory, muscular, nervous, etc.), Laboratory dissections and experiments are used to illustrate the structure and functions of the various systems. Incoming sophomores need instructor approval.  Fee if taking DC.

1 – TFHS – 10/11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: AGRI 102/102L)

A course that prepares students to produce greenhouse/nursery plants and to maintain plant growth. Includes plant processes and propagation structures. This course qualifies for science credit. Students will be expected to design and carry out a semester project.

1 – TFHS – 10/11/12

SCI – TCC

Introduction to Ag Education or Industry or Instructor approval

A course designed to prepare students in greenhouse and nursery operation and management. Students will spend much of the course in the greenhouse growing plants, understanding the planning and operation of the greenhouse, and marketing the greenhouse products. Topics will also include soils, pesticides, insects, plant ID and nomenclature. This course qualifies for science credit. Students will be expected to design and carry out a semester project. This is a spring semester course.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI – NCAA

Physical Science is designed to give the non-science student an introduction to the basic principles of chemistry, Physics and Earth Science. Topics may include scientific method, structure of atoms and molecules, composition of matter, motion, forces, energy, heat, waves, electricity, magnetism and light.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 11/12

SCI – NCAA

Previous or concurrent enrollment in Integrated Math I or higher

Chemistry is strongly recommended for those students who are planning to go to college. This course studies the properties of matter. Emphasis is on the metric system, chemical formulas, balancing equations, atomic structure, the mole, kinetics and gas laws. Laboratory experiments are conducted. Math skills are very important to be successful in chemistry.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 10/11/12

SCI – DC (BSU/CSI: CHEM101/101L) – NCAA

Algebra II or higher, or instructor approval

Honors Chemistry is a challenging course that will emphasize math calculations and lab experience. Atomic structure, chemical reactions, moles, kinetics, gas laws, pH and Stoichiometry will be covered. Four (4) college credits may be earned for this course. CSI ALEKS Test required for Dual Credit admission. Corequisite: Chem 101L. BSU/CRHS Requirement: minimum 3.0 HS GPA.

2 – TFHS – 11/12

SCI – NCAA

Honors Chemistry & Precalculus or higher or Instructor Approval

This is a 2nd year Chemistry course. Need to have completed Honors Chemistry and be in Precalculus or higher, or with teacher approval. Topics include structure of matter, bonding and intermolecular forces, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium. AP Exam is given in the spring for possible college credit.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 11/12
SCI – NCAA
Previous or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II

The principles of physics encompass all that we do: seeing, hearing, talking, athletics, music, cars, TV, etc. Topics covered include motion, forces, gravity, momentum, energy, electricity, magnetism, sound and light. This is a project based course.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI – NCAA
Previous or concurrent enrollment in Precalculus

This is equivalent to a first-semester college course in algebra-based physics. The course covers Newtonian mechanics (including rotational dynamics and angular momentum); work, energy, and power; and mechanical waves and sound. It will also introduce electric circuits. Students passing the AP Exam in the Spring may be awarded College Credit.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 9
SCI – NCAA

This course is an introduction to the study of geology, mineralogy, astronomy, meteorology, hydrology, and the earth’s natural resources. Students will be given opportunities to develop as scientists through experimental design and higher order thinking.

2 – CRHS/TFHS – 9
SCI – NCAA
Application/Teacher Recommendation

Earth Science encompasses the fields of astronomy, geology, meteorology, oceanography, and environmental science. This course is more extensive than the regular Earth Science. More topics will be covered which involve higher level thinking skills and there will investigations into new technologies for studying space and for management of earth’s resources. This course requires an application in the spring prior to registration.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI – DC (CSI: PHYS 101/PHYS 101L) – NCAA
C or better in Algebra I

Astronomy is the study of the universe above the Earth’s atmosphere. This course will cover planets, stars, galaxies, black holes, the Big Bang Theory and more. Some nighttime observation will be required.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI

Explore the fascinating world beneath our feet in the Introduction to Geology course. This high school-level class is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth’s dynamic processes and the forces that shape its surface. Through a combination of engaging lectures, hands-on activities, students will delve into the core principles of geology, gaining a solid foundation in the science that uncovers the secrets of our planet.

2 – TFHS – 11/12
SCI

Meteorological Science is a basic course on weather. The course will cover the different layers of the atmosphere, radiative equilibrium and heating of the earth and the earth’s weather. Weather topics that will be covered are the following: Coriolis effect, air pressures, cloud formation and types of clouds, formation and types of precipitation and severe weather events such as thunderstorms and hurricanes.