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light/optics, and electromagnetism. This course focuses Anatomy & Physiology CP – 262310
on understanding fundamental physics concepts, with 10 Credits Grade(s) 10-12
reinforcement of these concepts through learning 1 Year Course
problem-solving skills in both a class and lab setting. UC Requirement d
CSU Requirement Science
AP Physics I - 267316 School Site(s) BCHS, LHS, MHS, THS
10 Credits Grade(s) 11-12 Description: This is a one-year laboratory college
1 Year Course preparatory course in the study of human biology. The
UC Requirement d structure and function of the various systems of the
CSU Requirement Science human body is studied in detail. Human diseases and
School Sites BCHS, LHS, MHS, THS exercise physiology are studied in relation to an
AP Physics is an algebra-based introductory college- individual’s changing environment.
level physics course that explores topics such as
Newtonian mechanics (including rotational motion); Science Laboratory Assistant – 269600
work, energy, and power; mechanical waves and sound; 10 Credits Grade(s) 11-12
and introductory to simple circuits. Through inquiry- 1 Year Course
based learning, students will develop scientific critical School Site(s) BCHS, LHS, MHS, THS
thinking and reasoning skills, construct solid
arguments, and see multiple sides of an issue. Minimum GPA Required.
Description: Students have an opportunity to organize
AP Physics II – 267416 and supervise chemistry experiments offered in the
general chemistry course. Students prepare solutions,
10 credits Grade(s) 11 – 12 set up special equipment, perform demonstrations, and
1 Year Course assist other students with both laboratory and written
UC Requirement d problems.
CSU Requirement Science
School Sites BCHS, MHS Science Tutor – 269700
AP Physics 2 is an algebra-based introductory college- 10 Credits Grade(s) 11-12
level physics course that explores topics such as fluid 1 Year Course
statics and dynamics; thermodynamics with kinetic School Site(s) BCHS
theory; PV diagrams and probability; electrostatics; Minimum GPA required for all sites.
electrical circuits with capacitors, magnetic fields; Description: Students perform various tasks as
electromagnetism; physical and geometric optics; and assigned by the instructor and work with individual
quantum, atomic, and nuclear physics. Through students on a one-to-one basis or with small groups of
inquiry-based learning, students will develop scientific students. Students assist the instructor during lab
critical thinking and reasoning skills, construct solid activities carried out by the class.
arguments, and see multiple sides of an issues.
Human Diseases and Disorders – 267642
Conceptual Physics CP – 264010 Health Career Academy Students Only
10 Credits Grade(s) 9-12 10 Credits Grade(s) 11-12
1 Year Course 1 Year Course
UC Requirement d UC Requirement d
CSU Requirement Science CSU Requirement Science
School Site(s) BCHS, School Site(s) MHS
LHS (10-12), MHS (11-12) Description: This course introduces Health Career
Description: This course provides students with the Academy students to diseases and disorders that afflict
scientific principles, concepts, mathematical humans, These students, in their future education, will
relationships and problem solving methodologies need to learn some aspect about pathology. The course
required to understand the fundamental physical laws will cover a selection of diseases and disorders of the
of the natural world. Students use these body systems. They will learn about the etiology,
understandings to identify and analyze problems both symptoms, and treatments of these diseases and
natural and human-made (engineering related). Lab- disorders. This course will provide additional
based learning is an essential component to this class foundation of health knowledge as they continue to
and all subject matter is ties to practical, everyday progress through other Health Careers Academy
experiences. classes. Associated medical terminology will also be
presented. The course is recommended for juniors and
seniors.

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