Students explore and investigate the five areas of physical science. Students identify the characteristics of ecosystems and their components. They recognize inter-relationships in the biosphere and processes affecting them. Students form a knowledge base for evaluating personal, societal and political choices on environmental issues. Students gain an understanding of physical geology which includes minerals and rocks, internal and external earth processes.
Students demonstrate a knowledge of earth's structure and history.
They are exposed to earth's atmosphere and oceans. Students explore theories of the origin of the universe, solar system and Earth-Moon system. Students compare, interpret, and analyze interactions between physical, chemical, biological, and geological systems. Interactive laboratory experiences are designed to aid education students interconnect principles of science common to scientific disciplines.