Physical Science

PHYSICAL SCIENCE CP (321120CW AND 321165CW)

Semester Course (1 unit), Grade Level(s): 9^th grade

NCAA Core GPA Approved

PHYSICAL SCIENCE – HONORS (321120HW)

Semester Course (1 unit), Grade Level(s): 9^th grade

NCAA Core GPA Approved

• No Prerequisites (Taken in 9th grade)

• Description:This course is a study of the principal concepts of chemistry and physics.

  • Topics covered prepare students for Biology, Chemistry and Physics courses.

  • Scientific inquiry standards will serve as the basis of instruction for the course.

• Math requirement: Algebra 1 or Foundations in Algebra (may be concurrent)

• Student emphasis on developing organizational and independent work skills. Honors course has major focus on critical thinking and problem solving.

• This course does not count as a laboratory course for college.