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DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of living organisms and life processes. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 examines the structure and function of cells and human body systems including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, lymphatic, and reproductive systems. It provides lines of support for the Theory of Evolution, the evolutionary process, hominid evolution, classification and interdependence of living organisms.

 

Semester 2 consists of four units that include evolution, the origins of life, diversity of life, human form and function, animal behavior, and ecology.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Science 1: Earth and Space Science
Science 2: Physical Science

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards, Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards, and Colorado P-12 Academic Standards.

 

Semester 1

• SCI 301: Pretest – Biology
• The Cell
• Integumentary and Skeletal Systems
• Human Muscular System
• Nervous System
• Human Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
• Human Digestive and Excretory Systems
• Human Endocrine and Immune Systems
• Human Reproductive System
• The Theory of Evolution
• Evolutionary Timeline
• Biological Classifications
• Plant and Animal Kingdoms
• Primate and Hominid Evolution
• Hominid and Human Evolution
• Interdependence of Organisms
• SCI 301: Test – Biology

 

Semester 2

• Biology Semester 2 Pretest

 

Unit 5: Evolution and the Origins of Life

• Darwin’s Observations
• Evidence of Evolution
• Populations
• The Origins of Species
• Viruses and HIV
• Bacteria
• Unit 5 Test

 

Unit 6: The Diversity of Life

• Protists
• Characteristics of Fungi
• Plant Evolution
• Fish
• Reptiles and Dinosaurs
• Mammals
• Unit 6 Test

 

Unit 7: Human Form and Function
Introduction to the Human Body

• Skeletal System
• Respiratory System
• Digestive System
• Nervous System
• Immune System
• Reproductive System
• Unit 7 Test

 

Unit 8: Animal Behavior and Ecology

• Classical, Ecological and Social Behavior
• Introduction to Ecology
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Ecosystems and Communities
• Population
• Interactions
• Unit 8 Test
• Biology Semester 2 Test

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of the properties and nature of matter and energy. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 explores atomic theory, phases of matter, the periodic table, chemical bonding and formula representations, carbon interactions, and matter and energy in living systems. It examines chemical reactions including chemical equations, reaction kinetics, and the processes of reactions including oxidation-reduction, acid-base, direct combinations, decomposition, and displacement. This course includes an atomic and chemical reactions lab component.

 

Semester 2 describes Newton’s laws of motion, and the fundamental forces of matter including electromagnetism, strong and weak interactions, and gravitation. This course also details different types of energy including thermal, chemical, electrical, radiant, nuclear, magnetic, elastic, sound, and gravitational energies as well as thermodynamics and waves. This course includes a motion and forces and energy lab component.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• Atomic Theory
• Properties and Phases of Matter
• Periodic Table
• Chemical Bonding
• Nomenclature and Formula Representations
• Carbon Atoms
• Matter and Energy Transformations
• Atomic Lab
• Introduction
• Chemical Equations
• Reaction Kinetics
• Oxidation-Reduction (Redox) Reactions
• Acid-Base Reactions
• Direct Combination and Chemical
• Decomposition
• Single and Double Displacement
• Chemical Reactions Lab

 

Semester 2

• Newton’s First Law of Motion
• Newton’s Second Law of Motion
• Newton’s Third Law of Motion
• Work and Power
• Electromagnetism
• Strong and Weak Interactions
• Gravitation
• Motion and Forces Lab
• Thermal and Chemical Energy
• Electrical and Radiant Energy
• Nuclear and Magnetic Energy
• Elastic and Sound Energy
• Gravitational Energy
• Laws of Thermodynamics
• Waves
• Energy Lab

DESCRIPTION:
This course examines the processes of science and body of knowledge about Earth and its place in the universe. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 outlines criteria necessary for data to become scientific knowledge and details the process of scientific inquiry focusing on scientific inferences and creativity, scientific argumentation, sources of information, theories, laws, models, and the relationship between science and technology. The origin and evolution of the universe is discussed through exploration of the Big Bang Theory, astronomical objects, formation of planetary systems, properties of stars, coordinate system, astronomical distances, electromagnetic spectrum, and the effects of earth, moon, and stars.

 

Semester 2 discusses the earth’s layers and atmosphere, plate tectonics, surfaces features and processes, oceans, geologic time, and natural and human-induced hazards. This course also describes the earth’s energy systems, geochemical cycles, deep water motion, system interactions, climate, weather prediction, severe weather, and global climate change.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• SCI 101: Pretest – Earth and Space Science
• Scientific Knowledge
• Practice of Scientific Inquiry
• Sources of Information
• Scientific Argumentation, Inference, Explanations and Creativity
• Scientific Theories and Laws
• Scientific Models
• Science and Technology
• Big Bang Theory
• Astronomical Objects
• Formation of Planetary Systems
• Properties of Stars
• Coordinate System
• Astronomical Distances
• Electromagnetic Spectrum
• Effects of Earth, Moon, and Sun
• SCI 101: Test

 

Semester 2

• SCI 102: Pretest-Earth and Space Science
• Introducing Planet Earth
• Formation of Planet Earth
• Evolution of Earth’s Flora and Fauna
• The Inner Earth
• The Earth’s Atmosphere
• The Earth’s Great Bodies of Water
• The Earth’s Landmasses
• Our Ever-Changing Earth
• The Earth’s Spheres
• Basic Principles of Matter
• Basic Principles of Energy
• The Earth’s Cycles and Processes
• Basic Principles of Weather
• Severe Weather Events
• Weather and Climate
• Global Climate Change
• SCI 102: Test

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of algebra. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 introduces and defines algebraic terms, the properties of zero and one, variables and constants, fractions, and factoring. It explains the use of powers, roots, and exponents as well as the order of operations. It demonstrates how to solve monomials and polynomials and whole number expressions.

 

Semester 2 defines, shows how to interpret, and translates equations as well as create and interpret graphs.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Math 1: General Math
Math 2: Consumer Math

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

• MAT 301: Pretest – Algebra
• Introduction to Algebra
• Signed Numbers, Number Line & Absolute Value
• Powers, Exponents, and Square Roots
• Order of Operations
• Scientific Notation
• Integers and Operations
• Fractions – Least Common Denominator
• Patterns and Functions
• Monomials and Polynomials
• Variables and Constants
• Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Properties
• Algebraic Expressions
• Simplifying Expressions
• Inequalities
• Greatest Common Factor
• Least Common Multiple
• MAT 301: Test – Algebra

 

Semester 2

• Equations
• Interpreting and Translating Equations
• Simplifying Equations
• Logical Sequence when Solving Equations and Like Terms
• One-Step Equations
• Two-Step Equations
• Factoring Polynomials
• Solving Fractional Equations
• Coordinate Plane and Graphing Coordinates
• Distance Between Points
• Quadratic Equations
• Slope of a Line
• Slope-intercept Form
• Point-slope Form
• Radicals
• Scatterplots
• MAT 302: Test – Algebra

DESCRIPTION:
This course covers math processes needed to be a successful consumer. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 explains money tracking, spending plans and paying bills. It examines the use of credit, savings, major purchases, and the use of a checkbook. It explains interest rates and their effects on loans. It discusses the different types of investments and retirement plans.

 

Semester 2 discusses asset allocation, student loans, and paying off debt. It also explores employment benefits as well as different options in life and health insurance. This course discusses consumer awareness and various housing options. This course also covers the different types of measurement, U.S. Customary and Metric.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Math 1: General Math

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

• Where Does Your Money Go? Managing Money
• Creating a Spending Plan
• Balancing Your Checkbook
• Paying Bills
• Handling and Understanding Debt
• Interest Rates
• Choosing Bank and Credit Accounts
• Savings Accounts
• Establishing Credit
• Taking out a Loan
• Charge Accounts and Credit Cards
• Planning for Retirement
• Buying a Car
• Purchasing a House
• Investments Part I
• Investments Part II

 

Semester 2

• Asset Allocation
• Financial Resource Management Throughout the Life Cycle
• Student Loans
• Paying off Debt
• Employment/Benefits
• Taxes
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Using Calculators and Computers
• Grocery Shopping
• Consumer awareness
• Housing: Rent VS Buying
• U.S. Customary System of Measurements
• Metric System of Measurements
• Converting Between Measurement Systems
• Currency

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of general math. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 introduces the number types and basic math operations, to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Identifies the order of operations, explains the commutative, associative, and distributive properties as well as factoring and divisibility rules, and their application to word problems. It guides students through the use of fractions, decimals, and percents and their relationships to each other.

 

Semester 2 illustrates the use of exponents, roots, scientific notation, and the use of formulas. It covers lines and angles, area and perimeter of quadrilaterals, circumference, radius, and diameter of circles, and properties of obtuse, acute, and right triangles. This course also discusses patterns, probability, central tendency, graphs and charts, and tables and schedules.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

• Number Types
• Basic Math Operations
• Signed Numbers/Absolute Value
• Order of Operations
• Rounding and Estimation
• Number Properties
• Factoring and Divisibility Rules
• Word Problems
• Simplifying Fractions
• Adding and Subtracting with Fractions
• Multiplying and Dividing with Fractions
• Decimals and Place Value
• Converting Between Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
• Percents
• Comparing Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
• Ratios and Proportions

 

Semester 2

• Exponents and Roots
• Scientific Notation
• Using Formulas in Math
• Angles and Lines
• Quadrilaterals
• Circles
• Triangles
• Volume and Surface Area
• Patterns
• Simple Probability
• Basic Statistics
• Basic Charts and Graphs
• Charts and Graphs
• Frequency Table
• Item Sets
• Solving Equations

DESCRIPTION:
This course discusses healthy concepts and behaviors as well as personal fitness guidelines and activities. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 discusses the importance of making healthy decisions and the impact of risky behavior is explored to illustrate the contribution an individual’s behavior has on their health. It also discusses medical conditions, the medical system, and recommendations for seeking assistance when confronted with potential health issues.

 

Semester 2 discusses the importance physical fitness has on health and ways to increase levels of physical activity to improve or safeguard health. Types of fitness strategies are reviewed in addition to recommendations for participating in various activities and the different health benefits that can be expected from making a choice to be physically active.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Health Education Standards (NHES), National Association for Sport and Physical Education, Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• HPF 101: Pretest—Health
• Healthy Body Systems
• Disease Prevention
• Influences on Healthy Behaviors
• Familial and Environmental Effects on Health
• Health Information and Products
• Health Care Services
• Effective Communication
• Interpersonal Conflicts
• Barriers to Healthy Decision Making
• Making Healthy Decisions, Part I
• Making Healthy Decisions, Part II
• Developing Personal Health Goals
• Managing Stress
• Strategies for Injury Prevention and Management
• Community, State, and Federal Health Agencies
• Influencing Others to Make Positive Health Choices
• HPF 101: Test —Health

 

Semester 2

• HPF 102: Pretest—Personal Fitness
• Components of Physical Fitness
• Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology
• Developing and Using a Personal Fitness Plan
• Reducing Medical Risks Through Physical Activity
• Nutrition and Physical Fitness
• Impact of Physical Fitness on Mental Health
• Measuring Physical Fitness
• Individual and Team Sports Considerations
• Personal Fitness Guidelines
• Be Fit; Be Safe
• Bone-Strengthening Activities
• Types of Aerobic Activities
• Muscle-Strengthening Activities
• Resistance Training
• Exercise and Weight Control
• Physical Fitness for Individuals with Disabilities
• HPF 102: Test—Personal Fitness

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of American literature. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 examines American literary works from Colonial times to the present in a variety of forms, from poetry to nonfiction to fiction.

 

Semester 2 explores American literary themes found in genres such as dark romanticism and detective fiction. This course also discusses theater in the United States beginning in the 18th century. It also familiarizes students with famous speeches and public speaking. This course also emphasizes the application of higher order thinking.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
English 1: Grammar and Composition
English 2: Introduction to Literature
English 3: World Literature

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI) standards, Florida Sunshine State Standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• ENG 401: Pretest – American Literature
• American Poetry—A New Voice
• Poetry and the American Revolution
• Fireside Poets and Civil War Poetry
• Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson
• Nature Poems
• Gothic Poetry and Folk Poetry
• Contemporary American Poets
• Prose Poetry
• Early American Prose
• American Transcendentalism
• Early Historical Fiction and Nonfiction
• Domestic Fiction
• Folklore and Tall Tales
• Southwestern Humor
• Horror Fiction
• Science Fiction and Fantasy
• ENG 401: Test – American Literature

 

Semester 2

• ENG 402: Pretest – American Literature
• Crime Fighters (Crime/Detective Fiction)
• Caught by Surprise
• American Gothics: Poe and Hawthorne (Dark Romanticism)
• Award Winning Authors
• Edith Wharton: Ethan Frome Part 1
• Edith Wharton: Ethan Frome Part 2
• Edith Wharton: Ethan Frome Part 3
• Edith Wharton: Ethan Frome Part 4
• Theater in the United States
• Early American Playwrights
• 20th Century American Playwrights
• One-Act Plays
• Expressionism: The Emperor Jones by Eugene O’Neill
• The Emperor Jones: A Literary Analysis
• Famous Speeches
• Public Speaking
• ENG 402: Test – American Literature

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of world literature. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 examines various literary elements, discussing them in the context of selected poems, short stories, plays, and novels. It teaches students how to determine the main idea and theme of a piece of literature, as well as discern the underlying, inferred meaning and tone.

 

Semester 2 exposes students to works by major European writers from a variety of literary genres. This course also emphasizes the application of critical reading skills.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
English 1: Grammar and Composition
English 2: Introduction to Literature

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI) standards, Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• Diction, Tone, and Mood
• Rhythm
• Rhyme
• Stanza and Verse
• Symbolism and Imagery
• Metaphor and Simile
• Consonance, Assonance, and Alliteration
• Analyzing and Interpreting Poetry
• Setting
• Plot
• Characterization
• Theme
• Point of View
• Literary Elements in “The Scarlet Ibis”
• Critical Reading
• “The Rocking-Horse Winner,” by D.H. Lawrence

 

Semester 2

• Novels and Novellas
• Novella: Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad, Part 1
• Novella: Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad, Part 2
• Novella: Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad, Part 3
• Novel: Gulliver’s Travels, part 1 (A Voyage to Lilliput)
• Novel: Gulliver’s Travels, part 2 (A Voyage to Brobdingnag)
• Novel: Gulliver’s Travels, part 3 (A Voyage to Laputa, etc.)
• Novel: Gulliver’s Travels, part 4 (A Voyage to Houyhnhnms)
• History of Theater
• Theater Around the World
• Existentialism: No Exit, a one-act play by Jean Paul Sartre
• Existentialism: Endgame, a one-act play by Samuel Becket
• Tragicomedy—Waiting for Godot, by Samuel Becket—Act 1
• Tragicomedy—Waiting for Godot, by Samuel Becket—Act 2
• Farce: The Comedy of Errors, by Shakespeare, Acts 1-3
• Farce: The Comedy of Errors, by Shakespeare, Acts 4-5

DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an introduction to literature. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 introduces students to different types of figurative language encountered when reading literature.

 

Semester 2 discusses and explains elements of various types of literature, information and media literacy, and desktop publishing, as it applies to creating and producing brochures. This course explores a variety of career writing applications, such as print and nonprint media, mass and social media, technical writing, and journalism.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
English 1: Grammar and Composition

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI) standards, Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

• ENG 201: Pretest – Introduction to Literature
• Denotation and Connotation
• Literal and Figurative Language
• Hyperbole and Onomatopoeia
• Oxymoron
• Personification and Anthropomorphism
• Irony
• Parallelism and Paradox
• Symbols and Symbolism
• Technical Writing
• Journalism
• Plays
• Short Story
• Novel
• History of Poetry
• Limericks and Haiku
• Allegories, Fables, and Fairy Tales
• ENG 201: Test – Introduction to Literature

 

Semester 2

• ENG 202: Pretest – Introduction to Literature
• Epic Poetry
• Lyric Poetry
• Dramatic Poetry
• Tragedy
• Comedy
• Parody
• Satire
• Reading Prose
• Information and Media Literacy
• Visual Components
• Creating an Informative Document
• Online Research
• Mass and Social Media
• Evaluating Print Media
• Evaluating Nonprint Media
• Creating a Brochure
• ENG 202: Test – Introduction to Literature