Introduction to Physics with Earth/Space Science
Prerequisites: None
1 Credit Open to Grade: 9
Students develop a conceptual understanding of physics and Earth/space science content through the use of scientific inquiry. The students experience physics and Earth/space science concepts such as motions and forces, conservation of energy and the increase in disorder, interactions of energy and matter, and energy in the Earths system. A scientific inquiry approach uses concrete hands on experiences that require students to apply critical thinking skills.
Accelerated Introduction to Physics with Earth/Space Science
Prerequisite: Accelerated/AP policy
1 Credit Open to Grade: 9
This course is designed for the advanced ninth grade science student who desires more intensive study of the curriculum.
Chemistry I with Earth/Space Science
Prerequisite: Introduction to Physics with Earth/Space Science
1 Credit Open to Grades: 10-11-12
Students develop a conceptual understanding of Chemistry and Earth/Space Science through the use of scientific inquiry. The students experience chemistry and Earth/
Space concepts such as the structure of atoms, structure and properties of matter, chemical reactions, the carbon cycle, and formation and ongoing changes of the universe.
A scientific inquiry approach uses concrete hands-on experiences that require students to apply critical thinking skills.
Accelerated Chemistry I with Introduction to Earth/Space Science
Prerequisite: Accelerated Conceptual Physics with Earth/Space
1 Credit Open to Grades: 10-11-12
Science. See Accelerated/AP Policy
Accelerated Chemistry has a more in depth and vigorous curriculum than Chemistry I and therefore is an accelerated course.
Biology with Earth/Space Science
Prerequisite: Chemistry with Earth/Space
1 Credit Open to Grades: 11
Students develop a conceptual understanding of life science, as outlined in Kentucky’s Program of
Studies through the use of scientific inquiry. The student’s experience life science concepts such as cellular organization; molecular basis of heredity; biological change; interdependence of organisms; matter, energy and organization in living systems and behavior of organisms. A scientific inquiry approach uses concrete, hands-on experiences that require students to apply

critical thinking skills. Students taking this course are required to take the QualityCore End of
Couse (EOC) exam for Biology.
Biotechnology
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Biology
1 credit Open to Grades: 11-12
Biotechnology is an inquiry-based laboratory course that
Is developed to target two student populations. Once is the science student who wishes to pursue an advanced collegiate degree in science and use theses techniques to perform research. The other student population is a technical student who could use these techniques in the workforce upon high school graduation. This course is to prepare students to complete in a global economy driven by science and technology.
Advanced Placement Biology
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Chemistry
See Accelerated/AP policy
2 Credits Open to Grades: 11
AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of a college Introductory biology course usually taken by biology Majors during their first year. It aims to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing science of biology. The main goals of
AP biology are to help students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology and to help students gain an appreciation of science as a process. The ongoing information explosion in biology makes these goals even more challenging. Primary emphasis in an AP biology course should be on developing an understanding of concepts rather than on memorizing terms and technical details. Essential to this conceptual understanding are the following: a grasp of science as a process rather than as an accumulation of facts; personal experience in scientific inquiry; recognition of unifying themes that integrate the major topics of biology; and application of biological knowledge and critical thinking to environmental and social concerns. AP biology is representative of the topics covered by the AP exam. Accordingly, goals have been set for percentage coverage of three general areas: molecules and cells- 25% Heredity and
Evolution- 25%, and organisms and populations- 50%. Students carrying the AP challenge should be ready for the hard work required to go above and beyond the normal course of study. Students are required to take the AP exam. Students taking this course are required to take the
QualityCore End of Couse (EOC) exam for Biology
Biology 105

Prerequisite: Intro to Physics, Chemistry
1 high school credit and 3 college credit hours (if student qualifies for dual enrollment)
Open to Grades:
An introduction to biological chemistry, cell structure and function, ecology, evolution, organismal diversity, reproduction and genetics. Not acceptable for biology majors or minors. Students taking
this course are required to take the QualityCore End of Couse (EOC) exam for Biology.
Anatomy & Physiology
Co-requisite: Biology
Prerequisite: Chemistry and Intro to Physics
See Accelerated/AP policy
1 high school credit and 3 college credit hours (if student qualifies for dual enrollment)
Open to Grades: 11-12
This is an advanced study of the body systems. The Course includes laboratory dissection and identification of systems
Chemistry II
Prerequisite: Chemistry I
See Accelerated/AP policy
1 Credit Open to Grades: 10-11-12
This course is an extension of the chemistry mastered in Chemistry I. This is a laboratory course.
Concepts such as, thermo-chemistry, electrochemistry, acids and bases, solutions, and basic organic chemistry will be mastered.
AP Physics 1
Co-Requisite: Algebra II or higher
1 Credit Open to grades: 11-12
AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course designed to provide students with enduring understandings to support future advanced course work in the sciences.
Through inquiry-based learning, students will develop critical thinking and reasoning skills, as defined by the AP Science Practices. Students will cultivate their understanding of physics and science practices as they explore the following topics: Kinematics, Dynamics, Circular Motion,
Gravitation, Simple Harmonic Motion, Impulse, Momentum, Collisions, Work, Energy, Rotational
Motion, Mechanical Waves, Electrostatics, and DC Circuits.
AP Physics 2
Pre-Requisite: AP Physics 1
1 Credit Open to grades: 11-12
Students will cultivate their understanding of physics and science practices as they explore the following topics: Thermodynamics, Fluid Statics and Dynamics, Electrostatics, DC Circuits and RC
Circuits, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Geometric and Physical Optics, Quantum Physics,
Atomic and Nuclear Physics.
Astronomy
Co-requisite: Algebra II or higher math
See Accelerated/AP policy

1 Credit Open to grades: 10-11-12
This class is a one-semester accelerated course intended to enrich the knowledge students have dealing with the framework of the modern universe as well as to acquaint students with the skills and tools utilized by the modern professional astronomer is probing the mysteries of the universe.
Specifically, Astronomy is the study of the theories of the Origin of the universe, stars, constellations, galaxies, planetary systems, phenomena such as black holes and wormholes, spacecrafts, telescopes, lasers, and computer driven technology as it applies to astronomical research. Course work includes internet research, reading, lab activities (both day and night lab meetings for stellar observations), tests, quizzes, homework assignments, and topic reports. Class participation is an important component of this class. The astronomy course is designed for the advanced Science and mathematics student who desires a more Intensive study of the curriculum.
Environmental Science
Co-requisite: Biology
Prerequisites: Intro to Physics, Chemistry, and Life Science
1 Credit Open to Grades: 11-12
Environmental Science course is to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Provides a laboratory and field investigation based course to encourage students to continue with rigorous science exploration during their Junior and Senior years.
CHEM 104. The Chemistry of Ordinary Things.
Prerequisites: Intro to Physics, Chemistry
1 Credit (3 college credit hours if student qualifies for dual enrollment)
Open to Grades: 11-12
An introduction to some of the fundamental qualitative ideas of chemistry and the application of these ideas to energy sources, pollution, foods, nutritional supplements, cosmetics, plastics and other modern materials. This course satisfies the area studies-natural and mathematical sciences for general education. (this course provides science credit for non-science majors)
CHEM 101. Survey of Chemistry I
Prerequisites: Intro to Physics, Chemistry
1 Credit (3 college credit hours if student qualifies for dual enrollment)
Open to grades: 11-12

A survey of chemical topics that includes atoms, molecules, mixtures, chemical reactions, subatomic particles, light and matter, stoichiometry, heats of reaction, ions, acids, bases and pH.
The topics are covered in combination with case studies such as ozone layer depletion and global warming. This course is intended for students in the applied sciences and is not recommended for natural science majors. This course satisfies the area studies-natural and mathematical sciences for general education. (this course serves as first semester chemistry credit for Ag and Nursing majors)
AP © Chemistry
Prerequisites: Accelerated Chemistry
See accelerated/AP Policy
1 Credit Open to grades: 11-12
AP Chemistry is a course geared toward highly motivated students with interests in chemical and physical sciences as well as any of the biological sciences. This rigorous course prepares students to take the AP Chemistry exam toward the end of the academic year. AP Chemistry topics include atomic theory, chemical bonding, phases of matter, solutions, types of reactions, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, electrochemistry, and thermodynamics. (Prerequisites: Chem 1
(Accelerated Chemistry with a B- and above, Chemistry 1 with a B or above)