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Science
Four science credits are required for the Recommended Graduation plan.
Three science credits are required for the Minimum Graduation plan.
Placement in honors level Science classes requires teacher recommendation
and administrative approval.
Two semesters, 1 credit
Required
Biology is a laboratory-based course examining general life processes, including
biochemistry, cellular processes, genetics, classification and taxonomy of microorganisms, invertebrates and vertebrates. Computer applications are used to
facilitate learning. Laboratory skills, critical thinking, summary writing, and
vocabulary development are emphasized. Some dissection is required.
W W W. S H E LT O N . O R G
BIOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
Chemistry is a laboratory-based general chemistry course, including topics such
as metric measurement in the laboratory, identification and function of scientific
instruments, classification of matter, basic atomic structure, characteristics of
elements, structure and patterns of the periodic table of elements, chemical
reactions and chemical formulas, and characteristics of compounds. Computer
applications are used. Critical thinking and laboratory skills are stressed. Basic
math skills are necessary.
S H E LT O N S C H O O L
Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisite: Biology
Required
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Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisites: Biology, Chemistry
Required
Physics I is a laboratory-based introductory Physics course that includes
concepts of energy, forces, and work and motion as well as wave motion,
electricity, magnetics, and optics. Problem solving and critical thinking skills are
emphasized and further developed throughout the course.
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
2 023 - 2024
Earth and Space Science is a laboratory-based course, which includes studies
in astronomy, atmospheric dynamics, meteorology, oceanic and fresh water
kinetics, topography, landmasses, tectonics, geologic time, petrology (rock
studies), paleontology, and mineralogy. Computer software is used extensively.
Emphasis is placed on observation of natural phenomena, models and
simulations, as well as collection and analysis of laboratory data.
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Two semesters, 1 credit
Pre-requisites: Biology, Chemistry, Physics I
Option for required 4th science credit
U P P E R S C H O O L C O U R S E C AT A L O G
PHYSICS I
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