Science

Anatomy and Physiology is a course that introduces students to careers in the rewarding medical science field. Students learn the knowledge and skills applicable to many medical occupations. Study topics include: human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease and the immune system, medical care and prevention, medical communication methods, and bioethics. Recommended for the college bound student. DUAL CREDIT: BTC AMA117—4 CREDITS; CPTC CAH102A—2.5 CREDITS; PC BTECH150—5 CREDITS* Credit for Graduation: CTE or Lab Science

Anatomy and Physiology is a course that introduces students to careers in the rewarding medical science field. Students learn the knowledge and skills applicable to many medical occupations. Study topics include: human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease and the immune system, medical care and prevention, medical communication methods, and bioethics. Recommended for the college bound student. DUAL CREDIT: BTC AMA117—4 CREDITS; CPTC CAH102A—2.5 CREDITS; PC BTECH150—5 CREDITS* Credit for Graduation: CTE or Lab Science

All students may take courses with AP designation. The AP Biology program provides able and motivated students with an opportunity to pursue college level biological studies in: the biology of cells, genetics, evolution, classification, animal/plant/human biology, and ecology. These specific areas enable the student to take the AP Biology examination, and, with success, to obtain credit or placement at college for work done in this course. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

All students may take courses with AP designation. The AP Biology program provides able and motivated students with an opportunity to pursue college level biological studies in: the biology of cells, genetics, evolution, classification, animal/plant/human biology, and ecology. These specific areas enable the student to take the AP Biology examination, and, with success, to obtain credit or placement at college for work done in this course. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

All students may take courses with AP designation. This program is a cooperative enterprise between secondary schools, universities and the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB). Upon successful completion of the program, Advanced Placement or college credit may be earned, depending on college policies and the final optional examination administered by the CEEB. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

All students may take courses with AP designation. This program is a cooperative enterprise between secondary schools, universities and the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB). Upon successful completion of the program, Advanced Placement or college credit may be earned, depending on college policies and the final optional examination administered by the CEEB. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

AP Computer Science Principles is designed to give students foundational computing skills, an understanding of the real-world impact of computing applications, and programming literacy. The course will introduce students to creative aspects of programming, using abstractions and algorithms, working with large data sets, understanding the Internet and cybersecurity, and the impact of computing that affect different populations. Students will take the Advanced Placement test in May. Graduation Credit: CTE or non-lab Science

AP Computer Science Principles is designed to give students foundational computing skills, an understanding of the real-world impact of computing applications, and programming literacy. The course will introduce students to creative aspects of programming, using abstractions and algorithms, working with large data sets, understanding the Internet and cybersecurity, and the impact of computing that affect different populations. Students will take the Advanced Placement test in May. Graduation Credit: CTE or non-lab Science

AP Environmental Science is a rigorous course designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester college course focusing on critical thinking and scientific analysis of current issues. Environmental Science integrates ethics, philosophy, law, and economics with ecology, chemistry, and geology. This courses prepares students to take the AP Environmental Science examination, and, with a successful outcome, to obtain credit or placement at colleges. Participation in Earth Club/FFA complements course topics. Credit for Graduation CTE or Lab Science.

AP Environmental Science is a rigorous course designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester college course focusing on critical thinking and scientific analysis of current issues. Environmental Science integrates ethics, philosophy, law, and economics with ecology, chemistry, and geology. This courses prepares students to take the AP Environmental Science examination, and, with a successful outcome, to obtain credit or placement at colleges. Participation in Earth Club/FFA complements course topics. Credit for Graduation CTE or Lab Science. Dual College Credit: CPTC ENV141 4 credits.

AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based, introductory college level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: fluids; thermodynamics; electrical force, field and potential; electric circuits, magnetism and electro-magnetic induction; geometric and physical optics; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics. Credit for Graduation: Elective

AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based, introductory college level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: fluids; thermodynamics; electrical force, field and potential; electric circuits, magnetism and electro-magnetic induction; geometric and physical optics; and quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics. Credit for Graduation: Elective

All students may take courses with AP designation. The AP Physics program provides an opportunity for high school students to pursue and receive college level credit by taking the AP Exam in May. The course follows the level B which studies Newtonian Mechanics; Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics; Electricity and Magnetism; Waves and Optics; Atomic and Nuclear Physics; and Laboratory and Experimental Situations. Recommended for the college bound student. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

All students may take courses with AP designation. The AP Physics program provides an opportunity for high school students to pursue and receive college level credit by taking the AP Exam in May. The course follows the level B which studies Newtonian Mechanics; Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Physics; Electricity and Magnetism; Waves and Optics; Atomic and Nuclear Physics; and Laboratory and Experimental Situations. Recommended for the college bound student. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course emphasizes on developing those skills in science used in sequential science courses. Emphasis is placed upon the structure and composition of cells and the interacting processes that make life possible. A general introduction to cell growth and reproduction is followed by the basic principles of heredity and genetics. Second semester focuses on the study of organisms and their interactions. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course emphasizes on developing those skills in science used in sequential science courses. Emphasis is placed upon the structure and composition of cells and the interacting processes that make life possible. A general introduction to cell growth and reproduction is followed by the basic principles of heredity and genetics. Second semester focuses on the study of organisms and their interactions. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course studies the concepts dealing with chemical composition and changes of matter in nature including energy changes, reaction rates, and equilibrium in chemical systems. The structure of the atom and organic chemical principles are studied. Lab work is an important part of this course. Recommended for the college bound student. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course studies the concepts dealing with chemical composition and changes of matter in nature including energy changes, reaction rates, and equilibrium in chemical systems. The structure of the atom and organic chemical principles are studied. Lab work is an important part of this course. Recommended for the college bound student. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Environmental Science is a course focusing on critical thinking and scientific analysis of current issues. Environmental Science integrates ethics, philosophy, law, and economics with ecology, chemistry, and geology. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science. Graduation Alliance: Environmental Science SCI213 A, B.

This class focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical and social sciences to analyze and evaluate physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Includes instruction in forensic medicine, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedure, applicable law and regulations, and professional standards and ethics. DUAL CREDIT: PC CJ205—5 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: Lab Science/CTE

This class focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical and social sciences to analyze and evaluate physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Includes instruction in forensic medicine, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedure, applicable law and regulations, and professional standards and ethics. DUAL CREDIT: PC CJ205—5 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: Lab Science/CTE
 

This course is the equivalent of a full year of college general Chemistry for science and engineering majors. The class is designed to be a lab intensive course and will engage in laboratory experiences that require detailed investigation design and quantitative analysis. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course is the equivalent of a full year of college general Chemistry for science and engineering majors. The class is designed to be a lab intensive course and will engage in laboratory experiences that require detailed investigation design and quantitative analysis. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course is the equivalent of a full year of college general Chemistry for science and engineering majors. The class is designed to be a lab intensive course and will engage in laboratory experiences that require detailed investigation design and quantitative analysis. Students will take the IB Chemistry Exam at the end of the course. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course is the equivalent of a full year of college general Chemistry for science and engineering majors. The class is designed to be a lab intensive course and will engage in laboratory experiences that require detailed investigation design and quantitative analysis. Students will take the IB Chemistry Exam at the end of the course. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

DP Physics is an algebra-based, one-year course. Students will learn about energy, particles and forces in each of the following themes: Space, time and motion; The particulate nature of matter; Wave behavior; Fields; Nuclear and quantum physics. Students will take the IB DP exam at the end of the course. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Interested in a career in engineering and design? This exciting course will explore a broad range of engineering topics and the world of creative engineering product design through series of hands-on projects within all fields of engineering and designing. Students will have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers as well as to develop skills and understanding of engineering principles and design concepts. Student will be completing an actual design challenges using CAD modeling software, 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machines to design solutions that solve engineering problems of today. This course can lead to Design Technology II, Core Plus Construction Foundations (CPHS), or Aerospace Engineering and Manufacturing (LHS). Graduation Credit: CTE or Science Lab

Interested in a career in engineering and design? This exciting course will explore a broad range of engineering topics and the world of creative engineering product design through series of hands-on projects within all fields of engineering and designing. Students will have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers as well as to develop skills and understanding of engineering principles and design concepts. Student will be completing an actual design challenges using CAD modeling software, 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machines to design solutions that solve engineering problems of today. Graduation Credit: CTE or Science Lab. Dual College Credit: SHME106 4 Credits.

This course involves the study of general oceanography and an intensive study of the Puget Sound marine environment, both in the classroom and on the beach. Lab work will include preservation, identification, dissection, and study of live plants and animals. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Natural Resource Biology explores the topics of cells, heredity, evolution and ecology. Students explore the interaction and impact of humans on the environment. The course includes laboratory experiences, field investigations and scientific research projects. Participation in the Earth Club/FFA is a complement to Natural Resources Biology and can help students to gain leadership experience. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science / CTE

Natural Resource Biology explores the topics of cells, heredity, evolution and ecology. Students explore the interaction and impact of humans on the environment. The course includes laboratory experiences, field investigations and scientific research projects. Participation in the Earth Club/FFA is a complement to Natural Resources Biology and can help students to gain leadership experience. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science / CTE

This course will emphasize those skills which will assist in the preparation for college placement, Advanced Placement classes/tests and state assessments. Course places emphasis on developing the skills in science that will be used in all sequential science courses. Emphasis is placed on an integration of physical and earth/space science. A general introduction to concepts will encompass nature and changes of matter, motion and energy, followed by exploring earth and space. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

This course will emphasize those skills which will assist in the preparation for college placement, Advanced Placement classes/tests and state assessments. Course places emphasis on developing the skills in science that will be used in all sequential science courses. Emphasis is placed on an integration of physical and earth/space science. A general introduction to concepts will encompass nature and changes of matter, motion and energy, followed by exploring earth and space. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Units of study include motion, light, conservation laws, electricity, magnetism, and the worlds of the very small (atom/nuclei) and the very large (planetary motion). The ideas of famous physicists are investigated in their historical context. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Units of study include motion, light, conservation laws, electricity, magnetism, and the worlds of the very small (atom/nuclei) and the very large (planetary motion). The ideas of famous physicists are investigated in their historical context. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science

Physics 2 focuses on other physics topics not currently covered in our standard physics classes. Broken up into four main units, Physics 2 covers topics relating to charges, circuits, magnetism, waves, sound, and light. Class will focus on understanding how these topic are integrated into our everyday lives, and the rules that they follow. Students will have to opportunity to do hands on experiments to explore the rules of these topics on their own.

Students work as lab assistants. Work includes preparation of chemical solutions, preparing science labs, setting up science demonstrations, trying new science labs, teaching a mini-lesson, cataloging equipment, and calibrating science instruments. Course is recommended for students planning to major in science or math. Teacher approval required. Credit for Graduation: Science

Sustainable Design, a STEM course, is a general introduction to sustainability and renewable energy. Students will explore topics including food, waste, water, air, energy, and the built environment. The scientific method will be used to investigate these topics at the global, national, local, and personal levels. Participation in the Earth Club/FFA can help students to gain leadership experience. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science or CTE

Sustainable Design, a STEM course, is a general introduction to sustainability and renewable energy. Students will explore topics including food, waste, water, air, energy, and the built environment. The scientific method will be used to investigate these topics at the global, national, local, and personal levels. Participation in the Earth Club/FFA can help students to gain leadership experience. Credit for Graduation: Lab Science or CTE.