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SCIENCE
General/GEE 21 Science Grade: 11
920122 Credit: .5
920112 Credit: 1
The General/Physical Science Elective is a specialized course for students who wish for a combination of life and physical science. It offers "hands-on, minds-on" activities. It is a course that makes use of current events and timely issues in science through the use of Internet research, magazine subscriptions, library projects, guest speakers, field trips, etc. The program attempts to provide students with differing abilities the opportunity to learn science in a way that will make them lifelong learners. Criteria for Enrollment: Students who scored low or did not pass the GEE 21 ELA as a 10th grader. These students will be first time GEE 21 test takers in science.
Physical Science Grade: 9
920154 Regular Credit: 1
920155 Honors Credit: 1
Physical Science is the study of the major concepts of two sciences – chemistry and physics. The first semester covers the chemistry aspect of the course. Topics covered include properties of matter, atomic theory, chemical elements and the periodic chart, chemical interactions, and organic chemistry. The second semester is concerned with the physics portion of the course. Topics covered are force and acceleration, motion, work, energy, waves, sound, light and lenses, the spectrum, electricity, and magnetism. This course is recommended for all freshmen.
Biology I Grades: 9-10
920204 Regular Credit: 1
920205 Honors Credit: 1
920207 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
920225 Honors (9th) Credit: 1
This course gives the student an understanding of the principles and concepts of living things and their organization. The student is introduced to the laboratory setting and investigates plant and animal life. The course includes a study of cells, genetics, and the higher orders. All college-prep students may take Honors Biology I. Ninth grade students enrolled in Geometry (H) may be enrolled in Biology I (H) 920225. Physical Science is the recommended course for all freshmen.
Biology II Grades: 11- 12
920255 Honors Credit: 1
920257 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
Biology II is designed for the student who has a strong interest in biology. Students explore advanced topics selected from cellular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics, microbiology, evolution, behavior, ecology, plant and animal anatomy, and physiology. Research and advanced laboratory techniques are emphasized.
Chemistry I Grades: 10-12
920354 Regular Credit: 1
920355 Honors Credit: 1
920357 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
Chemistry is a course designed to introduce the basic principles of chemistry through laboratory and classroom experiences. First semester topics to be covered are measurements, atomic structure, bonding, formulas, and chemical equations. Second semester topics are stoichiometry, behavior of gases, solutions, acids and bases, and general organic chemistry. All college-prep students should take Chemistry I. Students enrolled in chemistry must have passed or be enrolled in Algebra II.
Chemistry II Grades: 11-12
920605 Honors Credit: 1
920607 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
Chemistry II includes in-depth studies of all of the above with the addition of thermodynamics, oxidation/reduction, reaction rates, nuclear, organic, and physical chemistry. Lab activities are required as part of the course. Chemistry I is a prerequisite for this course.
Chemistry III (Organic) Grades: 11-12
920987 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
Topics include structure, preparation, reaction mechanisms, nomenclature and stereochemistry of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, ketones, aldehydes, alkyl halides, aromatic compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines, amides and carbohydrates. Students develop familiarity with functional groups and transition from applying carbocation reaction mechanisms to carbanion intermediate chemistry. Organic chemistry is designed for students planning to major in chemistry, chemical engineering or medicine. Prerequisite: Gifted Chemistry II.
Chemistry (Chem Com) Grades: 10-11
920358 Credit: 1
Chemistry in the Community (Chem Com) satisfies the requirements for chemistry. However, the emphasis of this course is on chemistry concepts taught through environmental chemistry. Industrial and vocational applications of chemistry are explored as topics of the regular chemistry curriculum. This course satisfies the requirement for chemistry and was designed for the average student. Prerequisite is physical or integrated science.
Environmental Science Grades: 11-12
920304 Regular Credit: 1
920305 Honors Credit: 1
The purpose of the course is to raise the level of environmental knowledge among the students. Scientific principles are used to study the processes of the environment in order to understand the environment and the problems associated with it, some basic chemistry must be understood. The structure of matter and how it functions is required knowledge. During the first semester, students will gain an understanding of ecological and biological organization. Next, students will learn about the dynamics of an ecosystem. A special unit called “Louisiana Wild” enables students to appreciate the uniqueness and importance of Louisiana Wetlands. The second semester deals with the many forms of pollution and what has to be done to solve our problems within our biosphere. From this course, students should gain a better understanding of the human struggle and a greater appreciation of our existence here on Earth. Students will spend one six-week period on the Nature Trail for wildlife conservation work. Prerequisite: Students must obtain at least one credit in Biology before enrolling in environmental science.
Earth Science Grades 10-12
920454 Credit: 1
920455 Honors Credit: 1
This course is designed to give students an understanding of the earth, its processes, history, and place in the universe. The course will cover meteorology, astronomy, and geology. Man’s influence on his environment, locally and globally will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on energy in the earth system, geochemical cycles, the origin and evolution of the earth system and universe, interpretation of data and problem solving.
Physics for Technology I Grades: 11-12
920508 Credit: 1
This Applied Physics course provides an understanding of the principles of technology and the associated math skills. It helps students to develop the skills necessary to adapt themselves to the work force and its changing experiences. Students will develop the ability to apply the principles of physics. This course is also recommended for those students who will major in engineering or students pursuing careers in the technical schools. Physics for Technology identifies and describes in practical language the seven technical principles of force, work, resistance, energy, power, and force transformers. Video presentations and hands-on experiences provide students with critical thinking skills in order to analyze and use information in the workplace.
Physics for Technology II Grades: 11-12
920558 Credit: 1
Physics for Technology II is a continuation of Physics for Technology (Principles of Technology I). Physics of Technology II consists of seven units of study. Each unit of study is divide into four subunits based on systems: mechanical, fluid, electrical, and thermal systems. The seven units are momentum, waves and vibrations, energy convectors, transducers, radiation, light and optical systems, and time constants. Principles of Technology II was developed for the average student, not for honor students. It was designed to show students the application of the concept rather than the theory behind the concept or scientific law. In addition to laboratory work, students learned from video presentations, teacher lecture, demonstrations, and class discussion, and from computer lessons that correspond directly to the course-work. Prerequisite: Physics for Technology I.
Physics I Grades: 11-12
920405 Honors Credit: 1
920406 AP Credit: 1
920407 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
The course includes the study of force, motion, work, energy, machines, fluids, magnetism, electricity, electronics, radiation, sound and light. This is a laboratory-based course, which will deal with application of the natural laws and with problem solving. Honors Physics is a recommended pre-requisite for any student needing to schedule physics in college. Physics is also recommended to all college-prep students as an introduction to a college-level format and to enhance higher order thinking skills with emphasis on reading comprehension and mathematics application. Students must have completed or be enrolled in Trigonometry and Analysis.
Physics II Grades: 11-12
920555 Honors Credit: 1
920556 AP Credit: 1
920557 Gifted Credit: 1 (LHS)
This course is designed for advanced math and science students. An in-depth study of electricity, magnetism, electronics wave mechanics, radiation will be provided. Students should be enrolled in or complete a Calculus I. Prerequisite for this course is Physics I.
Astronomy (Science Elective) Grades: 9-12
920654 Credit: 1
Students that embark on an adventure through astronomy will stand on the shoulders of past great scientists as they employ scientific skills such as making observations, collecting data, formulating hypothesis and testing theories. Most importantly, these students will obtain a greater understanding of the nature of science and an appreciation of our place in the universe.
Forensic Science Grades: 11-12
920785 Honors Credit: 1
In addition to the text, many scientific based investigations are used to teach this course. Students study crime scene analysis and management, fingerprinting, serology, DNA, hair fiber and handwriting analysis, search and seizure laws and more. Field trips, as well as guest speakers, expand and enhance learning. Through cooperative discussions, students use technology, current forensic science equipment and materials to simulate activities that closely resemble real tasks of law enforcement personnel and forensic scientists. Documentation of student findings through lab reports and legal briefs are presented to a student court and jury. Prerequisite or corequisite: Biology I with a C or better.
Molecular Genetics I Grade: 11
920705 Honors Credit: 1
This course incorporates the study of microbiology with special emphasis on DNA. Students will learn basic microbiology, including the following: history and importance of microbiology, the role of microbiology in our lives, different kinds of culture media, culture techniques, aseptic techniques, etc. With this knowledge the student will progress to DNA science-molecular biology/genetic engineering. Prerequisites for this course are Biology I and Chemistry.
Molecular Genetics II Grade: 12
920715 Honors Credit: 1
This course is concerned with the advanced study of DNA with high school seniors serving as mentors to junior high school students. The maximum number of student interns will be twenty per semester. The course will be in two parts: (1) learning new advanced techniques, and (2) teaching basic techniques to middle school students. As a spin-off of this elective, students will be placed in various professional labs in the area for field experience. Molecular Genetics I is a prerequisite for this class.
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