This laboratory-centered course utilizes an approach that is inductive and mathematical as well as conceptual. The course focuses on the life processes that occur within the cell, the anatomy and physiology of complex multicultural organisms, and the ways by which life forms reproduce, develop, and adapt to conditions in their environment. The course includes a unit on human life education that addresses the topics of human reproduction and human development. Parents have the option of withdrawing their children from an or all topics included in the state-mandated Family Life Education portion. Algebra 1 Chemistry Technology is designed to enable all students to acquire an understanding of how chemical theory is developed and how a chemist thinks and works.
Students investigate the composition, properties, and reactions of matter.
The approach is inductive and mathematical, as well as conceptual. Laboratory experiments and subsequent classroom analysis are integral components of the course. Students will explore concepts using computers, telecommunications equipment, graphing calculators, probe ware, CD-ROM's, and image processing software.