science
course descriptions
A-B: This applies to year-long courses. A=fall term, B=spring term.
EARTH SCIENCE A-B (0600 and 0601)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisite: none
A systematic study of our physical environment, with emphasis on astronomy, the planet earth, introductory geology, erosion forces, oceanography, historical geology and meteorology. Introduces metric units of measurement and applies them to appropriate course topic.
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisite: none
A systematic study of our physical environment, with emphasis on astronomy, the planet earth, introductory geology, erosion forces, oceanography, historical geology and meteorology. Introduces metric units of measurement and applies them to appropriate course topic.
BIOLOGY A–B (0602 and 0603)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level: 9, 10
Prerequisite: Earth science A-B or incoming freshmen who have passed the Biology entrance exam.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is a general introductory study of living organisms, both plant and animal, with emphasis on laboratory investigation. It includes cellular structure and function, plant and animal classification and relationships, with introductory work in embryology, genetics, and reproduction. All sophomores must be enrolled in this class except those who took it as a freshman.
Grade Level: 9, 10
Prerequisite: Earth science A-B or incoming freshmen who have passed the Biology entrance exam.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is a general introductory study of living organisms, both plant and animal, with emphasis on laboratory investigation. It includes cellular structure and function, plant and animal classification and relationships, with introductory work in embryology, genetics, and reproduction. All sophomores must be enrolled in this class except those who took it as a freshman.
CHEMISTRY A–B (0604 and 0605)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites : Algebra 2 (with semester grades of C or above); Biology A-B (with semester grades of C or above.)
Dual Credit:
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course presents a systematic treatment of Chemical principles and their application. Topics include nomenclature, periodicity, reactions, equations,
stoichiometry, solutions, gases, and introduction to the theories of the atom, equilibria, acid-bases, redox, and radioactivity.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites : Algebra 2 (with semester grades of C or above); Biology A-B (with semester grades of C or above.)
Dual Credit:
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course presents a systematic treatment of Chemical principles and their application. Topics include nomenclature, periodicity, reactions, equations,
stoichiometry, solutions, gases, and introduction to the theories of the atom, equilibria, acid-bases, redox, and radioactivity.
PHYSICS A–B (0606 and 0607)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level : 11, 12
Prerequisites: Biology or Chemistry A-B (with semester grades of B or above)
AND Algebra 2 A-B (with semester grades of B or above) OR Geometry A-B (with semester grades of B or above
AND concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 A-B
Instructor’s signature on registration form.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
An introduction to basic physics including fundamental mathematics, forces, kinematics, vectors, graphs, waves, energy, gas laws, optics, electricity and basic nuclear science.
Grade Level : 11, 12
Prerequisites: Biology or Chemistry A-B (with semester grades of B or above)
AND Algebra 2 A-B (with semester grades of B or above) OR Geometry A-B (with semester grades of B or above
AND concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2 A-B
Instructor’s signature on registration form.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
An introduction to basic physics including fundamental mathematics, forces, kinematics, vectors, graphs, waves, energy, gas laws, optics, electricity and basic nuclear science.
HUMAN structure & function A–B (0614 and 0615)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B (with semester grades of C or above)
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course seeks to teach the necessary vocabulary and skills to those planning on pursuing a health-related career. Furthermore, since everyone will encounter a need to understand basic anatomical concepts in life (ie. A trip to the doctor), the course is relevant to everyone. We will survey 8 of the 11 organ systems of the body not covered in Advanced Biology, focusing on the structures, functions, and pathologies (diseases etc.) of each system. Labs will consist primarily of dissections and shore research topics.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B (with semester grades of C or above)
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course seeks to teach the necessary vocabulary and skills to those planning on pursuing a health-related career. Furthermore, since everyone will encounter a need to understand basic anatomical concepts in life (ie. A trip to the doctor), the course is relevant to everyone. We will survey 8 of the 11 organ systems of the body not covered in Advanced Biology, focusing on the structures, functions, and pathologies (diseases etc.) of each system. Labs will consist primarily of dissections and shore research topics.
forensic science (0626) fall
Semester: 1 Credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology
Note: This is a laboratory science.
Forensic Science In Forensic Science students will learn insight on how to process crime scenes. Students will use the scientific principles of physics, chemistry, psychology, anthropology, and biology to solve crimes. Topics in the class will include identifying and analyze different trace (small) evidence, as well as biological evidence (blood) left at a crime scene, and utilizing applied anatomy/forensic anthropology to determine differing causes of death.
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology
Note: This is a laboratory science.
Forensic Science In Forensic Science students will learn insight on how to process crime scenes. Students will use the scientific principles of physics, chemistry, psychology, anthropology, and biology to solve crimes. Topics in the class will include identifying and analyze different trace (small) evidence, as well as biological evidence (blood) left at a crime scene, and utilizing applied anatomy/forensic anthropology to determine differing causes of death.
NATURAL ECOLOGY (0608)
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
A study of plant communities and animals in each community, food chains, food webs, populations, plant communities, habitat loss, endangered species, atmospheric changes and longer-term concerns. Natural case studies will be used.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
A study of plant communities and animals in each community, food chains, food webs, populations, plant communities, habitat loss, endangered species, atmospheric changes and longer-term concerns. Natural case studies will be used.
HUMAN ECOLOGY (0609)
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course deals with human issues, over population, pollution, human-caused stress on the environment, green revolutions, fuels, and transportation. Also included will be case studies and research into human influence on our collective global future, with or without changes.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course deals with human issues, over population, pollution, human-caused stress on the environment, green revolutions, fuels, and transportation. Also included will be case studies and research into human influence on our collective global future, with or without changes.
IDAHO GEOLOGY (0610)
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is a general introductory orientation to the natural history of Idaho’s topography. Important local structures, the forces that formed Idaho, the nature and use of present rock and mineral structures will be studied.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology A-B
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is a general introductory orientation to the natural history of Idaho’s topography. Important local structures, the forces that formed Idaho, the nature and use of present rock and mineral structures will be studied.
ASTRONOMY (0619)
Semester: 1 credit
Grade level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Earth Science A-B with semester grade of D or better
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is the study of the universe. Topics will include the history of astronomy, telescopes and what they can tell us about our universe, the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies, and space exploration.
Grade level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Earth Science A-B with semester grade of D or better
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course is the study of the universe. Topics will include the history of astronomy, telescopes and what they can tell us about our universe, the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies, and space exploration.
introduction to animal industry (0110) fall
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course will introduce basic concepts and principles of animal nutrition, health, behavior, reproduction, and careers. Companion animals, livestock, and wildlife will be used to illustrate and reinforce the course objectives. Guest speakers, group projects, laboratory activities, and other interactive instructional methods will be employed to provide students opportunities to apply classroom learning.
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course will introduce basic concepts and principles of animal nutrition, health, behavior, reproduction, and careers. Companion animals, livestock, and wildlife will be used to illustrate and reinforce the course objectives. Guest speakers, group projects, laboratory activities, and other interactive instructional methods will be employed to provide students opportunities to apply classroom learning.
zoology/animal science a - b (0109 and 0111)
Year: 2 credits
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful and completion of Intro to Animal Science
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course develops knowledge and skills pertaining to nutrition, reproduction, diseases, breeding, genetics, anatomy, and physiology in livestock. In addition, there will be study of the meat industry (terminology, grading, identification and selection of beef, pork, and lamb).
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful and completion of Intro to Animal Science
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course develops knowledge and skills pertaining to nutrition, reproduction, diseases, breeding, genetics, anatomy, and physiology in livestock. In addition, there will be study of the meat industry (terminology, grading, identification and selection of beef, pork, and lamb).
floral design and marketing (0127) spring
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Horticulture I
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course develops skills in floriculture and the techniques used to develop and complete a variety of retail items normally sold in a retail florist business. The skills learned are necessary to gain and maintain employment in the retail florist industry.
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Horticulture I
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course develops skills in floriculture and the techniques used to develop and complete a variety of retail items normally sold in a retail florist business. The skills learned are necessary to gain and maintain employment in the retail florist industry.
Horticulture I / Botany (0121) fall
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: none
Dual Credit: Credit may be taken through TVCC.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
Content: This course prepares students to produce greenhouse/nursery plants and to maintain plant growth and propagation structures. Students study soil media, plant identification, growth and processes, green house management, fertilizer, plant pests, diseases, and care of seedling. Landscaping basics are also a part of this course.
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: none
Dual Credit: Credit may be taken through TVCC.
Note: This is a laboratory science.
Content: This course prepares students to produce greenhouse/nursery plants and to maintain plant growth and propagation structures. Students study soil media, plant identification, growth and processes, green house management, fertilizer, plant pests, diseases, and care of seedling. Landscaping basics are also a part of this course.
horticulture 2/science of plant growth & development (0126) spring
Semester: 1 credit
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Horticulture 1/Botany
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course examines the importance of plant cell structure, functions of cells, plant processes, nonvascular plants, vascular plants, roots, stems, leaves, flowers and reproduction/propagation of plants in the context of greenhouse and nursery production. Landscape design is also a component.
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Horticulture 1/Botany
Note: This is a laboratory science.
This course examines the importance of plant cell structure, functions of cells, plant processes, nonvascular plants, vascular plants, roots, stems, leaves, flowers and reproduction/propagation of plants in the context of greenhouse and nursery production. Landscape design is also a component.