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1 Marana High School Course Descriptions

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS... 2 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS... 3 SCHEDULE CHANGE PROCESS... 4 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS... 5 ENGLISH COURSE SEQUENCE... 5 ENGLISH... 6 MATH COURSE SEQUENCE... 9 MATHEMATICS SCIENCE COURSE SEQUENCE SCIENCE Biological Science Medical Science Chemical Science Physical Science Integrated Science SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE SEQUENCE SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVE COURSE REQUIREMENTS ELECTIVES World Languages Fine and Performing Arts Career and Technical Education Fitness and Recreation Other Electives ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION FREE PERIODS TAPP PROGRAM ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (ELD) SPECIAL EDUCATION Basic Curriculum WEIGHTED COURSES Pima Community College Arizona Transfer Course Equivalency Guide MARANA DISTANCE LEARNING SUMMER SCHOOL DATES INDEX

3 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 3

4 SCHEDULE CHANGE PROCESS Changes to Student Course Request (the courses requested for the next school year): Course request changes can be made in May once the Master Schedule is built (students will be notified through announcements when this occurs) until the Monday of 2 nd Semester final exams. Students will sign up to see counselors for these changes. Schedule Changes: Late July during registration days for each grade level: Students will be screened at the Administrator s Table. If they meet the criteria they will be directed to the Counselor Triage Table. The Special Education Department Chair will be available to triage the students who are on an IEP and determine if the change can be made. Schedule changes may be granted based on the following: Computer error- i.e. missing periods, mismatched semester classes, or academy selection error. Medical related- nurse verification needed Courses taken in Summer School or online- verification needed Failed courses from prior Spring Semester- transcript verification Level Changes- Must be verified by the teacher/ pre-requisite met Teacher Changes- Must be pre-approved by Administration prior to meeting with a counselor. Elective Course Changes-Changes to Student Course Request electives, including alternate electives, will not be granted unless the following conditions apply: o Medical- nurse verification o Administrative pre-approval o Level/ Program Change- teacher verification First Week of each Semester- Students can make an appointment with their counselor. Special Education students must meet with their case manager. The following criteria will be looked at: Computer error- i.e. missing periods, mismatched semester classes, or academy selection error. Medical related- nurse verification Courses taken in Summer School or online- verification needed Failed courses from prior Spring Semester- Transcript verification Level Changes- Must be verified by the teacher/ pre-requisite met Teacher Changes- Must be approved by Administration Elective Course Changes-Changes to Student Course Request electives, including alternate electives, will not be granted unless the following conditions apply: o Medical- nurse verification o Administrative approval o Level change- teacher verification Teacher Requested Level Changes: all teacher level change requests should be made during 1 st and 3 rd quarter or they will need to wait until semester to make the change. Teachers must notify student and parent before the change is made. AP Changes: Students sign a contract therefore they will not be let out of AP courses. (New students to MHS who would like an AP course will have to meet with administration.) Senior Schedules: Seniors may drop a class if they have enough credits for a free period at the beginning or the end of their schedule. This must be done by the end of the 1 st or 3 rd quarter. 4

5 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ENGLISH COURSE SEQUENCE Marana High School Requirements = 4 English Credits University Requirements = 4 English Credits Choose the courses that fit your post-secondary goals Marana High School English Requirements Honors / Advanced English Opportunities English 1-2 Honors English 1-2 English 3-4 (Composition) Pre AP / Honors English 3-4 (Composition) English 5-6 (American Literature) or *American Drama & Film as Literature or English 5-6 / US History Block or Writing & Rhetoric for Today Advanced Placement English 5-6 Literature and Composition or Honors English 5-6 (American Literature) English 7-8 or English through an Anthropological lens Writing 101 (PCC) AP English 7-8 Language and Composition *Courses CANNOT BE USED for NCAA initial-eligibility certification 5

6 ENGLISH Students must complete 4 years of English to meet the MUSD graduation requirements. The following English courses meet the MUSD requirements for graduation and State Standards. English 1-2 Grade: 9 ENG101 (1 st semester) and ENG102 (2 nd semester) English 1-2 emphasizes reading and writing skills. In preparation for the state standards students are exposed to the elements of literature through short stories, plays, poetry and non-fiction. Students will write a variety of papers and are expected to be responsible and organized in their coursework. English 1-2 Honors Grade: 9 ENG123 (1 st semester) and ENG124 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: B in 8 th grade English and a satisfactory portfolio evaluation English 1-2 Honors is an accelerated language class that emphasizes reading and writing skills. Students are exposed to a wide variety of literature, including short stories, plays, poetry and non-fiction. They will also write a variety of papers, including a personal narrative, literary analysis, persuasive research and expository writing. Evidence of critical thinking is expected in the students discussion and written work. English 3-4 Grades: (Composition) ENG201 (1 st semester) and ENG202 (2 nd semester) Various types of writing are emphasized in this course: persuasive, analytical, narrative and expository. Sentence structure, vocabulary, and standard usage are emphasized. This course requires a great amount of writing, so it is recommended that the student be aware that he/she will have to write daily. The six traits of writing are practiced to prepare students for the writing portion of the AIMS. English 3-4 Pre-AP Honors Grade: 10 ENG231 (1 st semester) and ENG232 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: B in English 1-2 Advanced or A in English 1-2. English 3-4 Pre-AP Honors is an accelerated language class that emphasizes the development of analytical thinking. The goal of this class is to prepare students for AP or Honors Junior English. Students are expected to be familiar with sophisticated grammar concepts and have sound working knowledge of the 5-paragraph essay. Students will gain familiarity with the traits of excellent writing as they write about the books they read. Students will write frequently in a variety of modes including analysis, argument, narrative, research and expository. Students enrolled in this class should have demonstrated an ability to stay on task & work independently. Students must maintain a C or above 1 st semester to remain in honors. Students will be required to complete an assignment over summer break and possibly over quarter breaks as well. English 5-6 Grades: (American Lit) ENG301 (1 st semester) and ENG302 (2 nd semester) American Literature is a survey course covering American literature from Puritanism through present day. Students will read various plays, novels, short stories and poetry representative of the various literary periods. Emphasis will be placed on gaining a chronological, historical background in the writings of our country. In addition students will give several oral presentations, write critical analyses on literature, along with expository and research writing. Expectations placed on students in this class are designed to prepare students for post high school education. English 5-6 (Zero Hour) Grades: (American Lit) ENG305 (1 st semester) and ENG306 (2 nd semester) See course description above for English 5-6 6

7 American Drama & Film as Literature 5-6 Grade: 11 ENG315 (1 st semester) and ENG316 (2 nd semester) *Does not qualify as NCAA core course This course fulfills the same graduation requirements, district curriculum, and state essential skills as English 5-6. This course will offer students interested in Fine and Performing Arts a way to earn junior level English credit while studying and applying their skills to curricula of their immediate interest. English 5 & 6 CP Amer. Lit. Block Grade: 11 ENG313 (1st semester) and ENG314 (2nd semester) PREREQUISITE: A grade of B or better in previous English course. MUST be taken concurrently with History US/AZ CP Block: HIS313 and HIS314 This is a survey course covering American literature and history from discovery to the present. It is intended to prepare the student to meet concerns of tomorrow with an understanding and knowledge of our past. It emphasizes a critical study of the literary and cultural heritage of America and Arizona. Students will read plays, novels, short stories, and poetry representative of various literary periods. Emphasis will be placed on gaining a chronological, historical background in the writing of our country.. Students will write essays, do independent research and oral reports on various historical periods, themes, or periods important to the development of American literature. Students will also take field trips to historic locations (if available) and see plays when they are applicable. The student will come to appreciate the integration of literature and history. This meets the Marana Unified School District graduation requirement in English and history and is designed to prepare students for post high school education. Writing & Rhetoric for Today Grade: 11 JMC401 (1st semester) and JMC402 (2nd semester) *Does not qualify as NCAA core course This course fulfills the senior English requirement. This course focuses on the different types of writing necessary in today s world and will teach students how to analyze, evaluate, and create an intended message using various media. Studies will include traditional print media (i.e. newspapers, books, magazines, advertisements), electronic media (i.e. social networking, , blogging, websites, power point) and 2D and 3D space (i.e., artwork, logos, interior design, architecture, sculpture). Students will give multiple presentations throughout the year and a comprehensive portfolio is required. Those who take this course are expected to have general knowledge of computers and the internet and must have a signed internet permission form on file. English 5-6 Honors Grade: 11 (American Lit) ENG321 (1 st semester) and ENG322 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: A or B in English 3-4 Honors or an A in English 3-4 with a waiver; transfer students admitted with equivalent background. This rigorous course develops the students' literary background and writing skills to prepare for AP language and Composition or Pima Writing. Students should be prepared to read independently and regularly write various types of analytical and research essays. Students will be expected to read independently and improve their writing skills. English 5-6 AP Literature & Composition Grade: 11 ENG341 (1 st semester) and ENG342 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: An A or B in English 3-4 Honors; transfer students admitted with equivalent background. College Board course description: An AP English Literature and Composition course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work s structure, style and themes, as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism and tone. They will also be required to complete a summer assignment and assignments over fall, winter, and spring breaks. 7

8 English 7-8 Grade: 12 (Literature) ENG401 (1 st semester) and ENG402 (2 nd semester) English 7-8 is designed to prepare students to enter 2-4 year colleges or universities. Readings in world literature provide the background for literary analysis, essay writing, and research. Various types of composition skills, college level vocabulary, grammar, and mechanics are also stressed. English 7-8 (Zero Hour) Grade: 12 Eng407 (1 st semester) and ENG408 (2 nd semester) See course description above for English 7-8 English through an Anthropological Lens Grade 12 ENG423(1 st semester) and ENG424(2 nd semester) This course will allow students to experience the four focuses of Anthropology: Archaeology, Linguistics, Physical (Biological) Anthropology, and Cultural Anthropology. Students will read many expository texts as well as some literature related to each of these four fields. They will also have the opportunity to pursue inquiry within the fields, gaining valuable insight into the human condition. This course will encourage students to open their minds, and to foster an interest in what makes humanity unique. Writing 101 Grade: 12 WRT453(1 st semester) and WRT454(2 nd semester) PCC dual enrollment WRT101 Prerequisite: Students must have assessed into Writing 101 at PCC or passed the Pima Community College assessment test. If more students qualify for this course than can be accommodated, placement will be determined by scores on the assessment test. PCC description: Principles and practices of college-level writing. Includes using rhetorical principles in analyzing and creating texts, employing critical thinking skills, practicing multiple writing processes, using conventions in creating and revising texts, composing using appropriate technology, and writing college-level essays with an emphasis on argumentation. Students must pass 1 st semester with a C or above to continue on to 2 nd semester. Writing 101 (Zero Hour) Grade: 12 WRT455(1 st semester) and WRT456(2 nd semester) PCC dual enrollment WRT101 Prerequisite: Students must have assessed into Writing 101 at PCC or passed the Pima Community College assessment test. If more students qualify for this course than can be accommodated, placement will be determined by scores on the assessment test. PCC description: Principles and practices of college-level writing. Includes using rhetorical principles in analyzing and creating texts, employing critical thinking skills, practicing multiple writing processes, using conventions in creating and revising texts, composing using appropriate technology, and writing college-level essays with an emphasis on argumentation. Students must pass 1 st semester with a C or above to continue on to 2 nd semester. English 7-8 AP Grade: 12 (AP Language and Composition) ENG441 (1 st semester) and ENG442 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: An A in Junior English with teacher recommendation or an A or B in AP Literature and Composition; transfer students admitted with equivalent background. College board course description: An AP course in English Language and Composition engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. They will be required to complete a summer assignment and assignments over fall, winter, and spring breaks. 8

9 MATH COURSE SEQUENCE Marana High School Requirements = 4 Math Credits University Requirements = 4 Math Credits including Algebra 2AB & 1 Credit beyond Algebra 2 Choose the courses that fit your post-secondary goals Marana High School Math Requirements Honors / Advanced Math Opportunities Algebra 1AB Math Concepts (Elective - if has 8 th grade math failure- Taken concurrent with Algebra 1) Honors Algebra 1AB Geometry 1AB Honors Geometry 1AB *Intermediate Algebra 1CD Algebra 2AB Honors Algebra 2AB Probability & Statistics (Statistical Reasoning in Sports) *Functions Derivatives and their Applications (Financial Literacy) *Engineering Intro. 1-2 *College Ready Math AB Pre-Calculus Honors AB College Algebra Accelerated / Trigonometry Accelerated Topics in Calculus AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC *Courses CANNOT BE USED for NCAA initial-eligibility certification 9

10 MATHEMATICS To fulfill graduation requirements, all students are required to successfully complete 4 years of math (starting with Algebra 1AB). Students can make up deficiencies through summer school, alternative education, Saturday School, or PCC coursework. The following courses meet the MUSD graduation requirements as well as state requirements, and are designed using the AZ common core standards. Unless otherwise indicated, a scientific calculator (TI-30X IIS) is recommended for math courses. Algebra 1AB (Integrated Math 1AB) Grade: 9 MAT101 (1 st semester) MAT102 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: passing grade in both semesters of 8 th grade math OR concurrent enrollment in Math Concepts (ELE 111/112) This course covers relationships between quantities, linear and exponential relationships, reasoning with equations, descriptive statistics, and connecting between algebra and geometry through coordinates and proofs. This course satisfies the first year state standard for math and the university requirement. Math Concepts Grade: 9 ELE111 (1 st semester) ELE112 (2 nd semester) This course is for freshmen who failed one or both semester of 8 th grade math. The purpose of this course is to fill in math skill gaps to help struggling students succeed in Math 1AB and beyond. Topics will include but are not limited to: fractions, integers, order of operations, solving simple equations, coordinate planes, and word / application problems. This course counts as elective credit. Honors Algebra 1AB (Integrated Math 1AB Honors) Grade: 9 MAT123 (1 st semester) MAT124 (2 nd semester) Prerequisites: completion of 8 th grade math with an A or B in both semesters AND satisfactory score on a placement test AND recommendation of current math teacher. In addition to the topics covers in Algebra 1AB, Honors Algebra students will be expected to make additional, more in depth connections of the material. This course satisfies the first year state standard for math and the university requirement. Geometry (freshman only) 1AB (Integrated Math 2AB) Grade: 9 MAT201 (1 st semester) MAT202 (2 nd semester) Prerequisites: successful completion of Algebra 1AB This is the same course as MAT211/212 but is for freshmen who are not ready for Honors Geometry. Freshmen who are ready for Honors Geometry should sign up for MAT 223/224. This course covers extending the number system, quadratic functions and modeling, expressions and equations, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, surface area, volume, and application of probability. This course satisfies the second year state standard for math and the university requirement. Geometry 1AB (Integrated Math 2AB) Grades: MAT211 (1 st semester) MAT212 (2 nd semester) This course covers extending the number system, quadratic functions and modeling, expressions and equations, similarity, right triangle trigonometry, surface area, volume, and application of probability. This course satisfies the second year state standard for math and the university requirement. (Geometry 1AB success is dependent on knowledge acquired in Algebra 1AB. It is strongly recommended that students who have not passed both semesters of Algebra 1AB take and pass it in summer school.) Honors Geometry 1AB (Integrated Math 2AB Honors) Grades 9-12 MAT223 (1 st semester) MAT224 (2 nd semester) Prerequisites: completion of Algebra 1AB with an A or B in both semesters of Algebra 1AB AND satisfactory score on a placement test AND recommendation of current math teacher. In addition to the topics covers in Geometry 1AB, Honors Geometry students will be expected to make additional, more in 10

11 depth connections of the material. This course satisfies the second year state standard for math and the university requirement. Intermediate Algebra 1CD (Integrated Math 3AB Concepts) Grades: MAT301 (1 st semester) MAT302 (2 nd semester) *Does not qualify as NCAA core course This course covers polynomials of degree 3 or more, the Laws of Sines and Cosines in order to find missing measures of general (not necessarily right) triangles, exponential functions to include solving exponential equations with logarithms, geometric constructions, and an introduction to statistics and probability. This course satisfies the third year state standard for math but not the university requirement. (Intermediate Algebra 1CD success is dependent on knowledge acquired in Algebra 1AB and Geometry 1AB. It is strongly recommended that students who have not passed both semesters of Algebra 1AB and Geometry 1AB, take and pass it prior to taking these course.) Algebra 2AB (Integrated Math 3AB) Grades: 9-12 MAT313 (1 st semester) MAT314 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 1AB and Geometry 1AB with at least a C in all four semester. This course covers polynomials of degree 3 or more, the Laws of Sines and Cosines in order to find missing measures of general (not necessarily right) triangles, exponential functions to include solving exponential equations with logarithms, geometric constructions, and how the visual displays and summary statistics they learned in earlier grades relate to different types of data and to probability distributions. This course satisfies the third year state standard for math and the university requirement. Honors Algebra2AB (Integrated Math 3AB Honors) Grades: 9 12 MAT321 (1 st semester) MAT322 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 1AB with an A or B in all four semesters of Algebra 1AB and Geometry 1AB AND satisfactory score on a placement test AND recommendation of current math teacher. In addition to the topics covers in Algebra 2AB, Honors Algebra students will be expected to make additional, more in depth connections of the material. This course satisfies the third year state standard for math and the university requirement. Engineering Introduction 1-2 Grades: JET301/302 Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2A-2B Students will receive 4 th year math credit for this course. This course does not meet university entrance requirements or NCAA requirements. *For course description see page 39 Probability and Statistics (AKA: Statistical Reasoning in Sports) Grades: MAT411 (1 st semester) MAT412 (2 nd semester) Prerequisites: successful completion of Algebra 1AB, Geometry 1AB and Algebra 2AB or Intermediate Algebra 1CD with C or better. Have you ever wanted to take a sports themed class? This is it! The course will apply concepts using sports related themes and data to allow for more coherent learning of the material. This course covers descriptive and inferential statistics, organization of data, measures of central tendency, linear regression and correlation of data. The probability portion will teach properties of random variables, expected value, variance, independence, standard discrete and continuous distributions and normal approximation. Writing and Excel spreadsheets will be used frequently to communicate math reasoning and concepts. The class is designed to cover all state standards for probability and statistics and meets the 4 th year math requirement and the university requirement. Functions, Derivatives, and their Applications (Financial Literacy) Grades: MAT413 (1 st semester) MAT414 (2 nd semester) *Does not qualify as NCAA core course Prerequisites: successful completion of Algebra 1AB, Geometry 1AB and Intermediate Algebra 1CD. This course is designed to help students with decision-making skills they will apply and use to become wise and knowledgeable: consumers, savers, investors, users of credit, money managers, citizens, and members of a global 11

12 workforce and society. Students will exposed to: investing, insurance plans, retirement plans, savings and investing plans, various forms of income, income withholding, use of credit, finance charges, interest, late fees, calculations of loan repayments, stocks, bonds, real estate and pyramid schemes. Some of the mathematical topics cover include: exponential growth and decay, interest calculations, piece-wise functions, and recursive and reiterative thinking, natural logarithms, linear regression, and measures of central tendency. This course satisfies the fourth year state standard for math and the university requirement. College Ready Math AB Grades: MAT401 (1 st semester) MAT402 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 2AB or Intermediate Algebra 1CD with an A. *Does not qualify as NCAA core course This course is designed for college bound students who did not meet course requirements for Honors Pre-Calculus. The goal of the course is to prepare students who enroll into college to test into a college credit mathematics course or to continue on to Pre-Calculus. Topics include all forms of functions (linear, quadratic and polynomial), transformations of these functions, college-level preparation algebra including solving rational equations, complex numbers, logarithms and sequences and series. This course covers the 4 th year state standards and the university requirement. A graphing calculator (TI-84) is strongly recommended. College Ready Math AB (Zero Hour) Grades: MAT405 (1 st semester) MAT406 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 2AB or Intermediate Algebra 1CD with an A. *Does not qualify as NCAA core course This course is designed for college bound students who did not meet course requirements for Honors Pre-Calculus. The goal of the course is to prepare students who enroll into college to test into a college credit mathematics course or to continue on to Pre-Calculus. Topics include all forms of functions (linear, quadratic and polynomial), transformations of these functions, college-level preparation algebra including solving rational equations, complex numbers, logarithms and sequences and series. This course covers the 4 th year state standards and the university requirement. Pre-Calculus Honors AB Grades: MAT421 (1 st semester) MAT422 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 2AB with an A or B AND satisfactory score on a placement test. This is a rigorous course designed for the college-bound student. It covers trigonometric functions and identities, triangles, logarithms and the use of the various math tables. Graphing special functions by analysis will also be covered. This course satisfies the fourth year state standard for math and the university requirement. A graphing calculator (TI-84) is strongly recommended. College Algebra Accelerated Grades: MAT431 (1 st semester) PCC dual enrollment MAT 151 Prerequisite: completion of Algebra 2AB with an A or B. A satisfactory score on the Pima Community College mathematics assessment test is also required. If more students qualify for this course than can be accommodated, placement will be determined by scores on the assessment test. The PCC placement test must be completed prior to registration for this course. Students in this course will be concurrently enrolled in MHS and Pima Community College and will receive 4 hours of college credit upon successful completion of the course. Topics include equations, functions, systems of equation and inequalities, exponential and logarithmic functions, graphing of higher order polynomial and rational functions, and sequences and series. This course satisfies half of the fourth year state standard for math and the university requirement. Only students who complete the class with a C or better will go to Trigonometry second semester. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 family) is strongly recommended. 12

13 Trigonometry Accelerated Grades: MAT432 (2 nd semester) PCC dual enrollment MAT 182 Prerequisite: completion of College Algebra with a C or above or qualifying score on the PCC Placement test to enroll in Trigonometry. Students in this course will be concurrently enrolled in MHS and Pima Community College and will receive 3 hours of college credit upon successful completion of the course. Topics include the study of angles and their measures, the six trigonometric functions, conic sections, graphing, inverse functions, identities, equations, triangles, complex numbers, polar coordinates, and exponential and logarithmic functions. This course satisfies half of the fourth year state standard for math and the university requirement. Enrollment in Trigonometry requires a grade of C or better in College Algebra, or a satisfactory score on the PCC Math Placement Test. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 family) is strongly recommended. Calculus Grades: MAT433 (1 st semester) MAT434 (2 nd semester) Pending Governing Board approval Prerequisite: completion of Pre-Calculus AB or College Algebra/Trigonometry This course is designed for the college bound students who are not ready for an AP Calculus class. This class is designed to be an introduction to the topics related to calculus. In particular, you will learn about limits, differential calculus, and integral calculus. Topics to be discussed will include limits and continuity, the definition of the derivative, derivatives of functions, area under the curve, Riemann sums, and integrals. The course will include many topics of the AP Calculus class but at slower pace. It is not equivalent to a college calculus course. This course is not intended to prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Calculus exam. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 family) is strongly recommended. AP Calculus AB Grades: MAT451 (1 st semester) MAT452 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of Pre-Calculus AB or College Algebra/Trigonometry with a C This course is designed for the college bound student. The course will include elementary functions, differential calculus and integral calculus. This course is structured to prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Calculus exam in the spring. Students will be responsible for the cost of the AP exam. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 family) is strongly recommended. AP Calculus BC Grades: MAT453 (1 st semester) MAT454 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: completion of AP Calculus AB with an A or B. This course is designed for college-bound student. The course will include derivatives and integrals of inverse functions, techniques of integrations, applications of integration, differential equations, parametric equations and polar coordinates, and infinite sequences and series. This course is structured to prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Calculus exam in the spring. Students will be responsible for the cost of the AP exam. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 family) is strongly recommended. 13

14 SCIENCE COURSE SEQUENCE Marana High School Requirements = 3 Science Credits University Requirements = 3 Science Credits Choose the courses that fit your post-secondary goals Honors / Advanced Science Opportunities Marana High School Science Requirements Honors Biology 1-2, Bio Medical Biology 1-2, Biology 1-2, Bio Medical Biology 1-2, Chemistry 1-2, Conceptual Physics 1-2, Integrated Environmental Science 1-2, BioMedical Fundamentals 3-4 Integrated Forensics Science 1-2, Anatomy & Physiology 1-2, Honors Human Biology 1-2, Honors Marine Biology 1-2, Chemistry 1-2, Conceptual Physics, Physics 1-2, Honors Human Biology 1-2, Honors Marine Biology 1-2, Chemistry 1-2, Honors Chemistry 1-2, BioMedical Fundamentals 3-4, Conceptual Physics 1-2, Honors Physics 1-2 Integrated Forensics Science 1-2, Anatomy & Physiology Accelerated (PCC), Honors Human Biology 1-2, Honors Marine Biology 1-2, Chemistry 1-2, Honors Conceptual Physics 1-2,Honors Physics 1-2, BioMedical Research 5-6, AP Biology, AP Physics, AP Chemistry BioMedical Research 5-6, BioMedical Tech/Continuing Research 7-8, Anatomy & Physiology Accelerated (PCC), Chemistry Accelerated (PCC) *Arizona Universities require 1 credit of Science in at least three of the four areas (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated) An advanced placement course, or other honors course taken in the last two years of high school in a previous subject will satisfy the third course requirement. 14

15 SCIENCE All students must complete 3 credits of Science to meet the MUSD graduation requirements. For entrance into the state universities (ASU, NAU, U of A), science credits must be comprised of one unit in at least three of the four areas (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated). This may include advanced study in one area. All science classes offered at Marana High School are lab sciences. Biological Science Biological science is a requirement for freshmen. Biology 1-2 Grades: 9-12 BIO201 (1 st semester) and BIO202 2 nd semester) This course is an introduction to the world of living things and life processes. The topics covered first semester include: the scientific method, biochemistry, cells (prokaryotic and eukaryotic), molecular biology (DNA and protein synthesis) and heredity. Second semester will cover evolution, ecology and the human body. Biology - Biomedical 1-2 Grade: 9 JBT201 (1 st semester) and JBT202 (2 nd semester) Biology-Biomedical 1-2 (Biotechnology) is a course designed as a first year biology course, which introduces and incorporates the use of basic biotechnology within each unit. In this course, students will: Practice scientific literacy including reading scientific articles, describing data from experiments and work through case studies relevant to medicine and biotechnology. Apply the inquiry-based approach to understanding biological processes Illustrate the relevance of biology to contemporary issues Biochemistry, plant and animal cells, and environmental studies during the first semester Molecular biology (DNA and protein synthesis), heredity, evolution, and taxonomy during the second semester Students will become members of Marana High School HOSA-Bioscience chapter and participate in leadership conferences and HOSA competitions. Exposure to these experiences will give them advantages over other students in careers in the field of Bioscience (Biotechnology), which is one of the fastest growing fields today. This course is approved for Laboratory Science credit. Biology 1-2 Honors Grades: 9-12 BIO221 (1 st semester) and BIO222 (2 nd semester) This course is an introduction to the world of living things and life processes. The topics covered include: the scientific method, biochemistry, cells, molecular biology, heredity, evolution, ecology and the human body. This is an intensive accelerated class. The class will consist of lecture, discussion, lab activities and independent projects. The following courses are upper level courses available to grades Marine Biology 1-2 Honors Grades: BIO271 (1 st semester) and BIO272 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: A C or above in Biology 1-2 Biological principles and processes basic to all forms of life in the sea will be studied. Additional information dealing with several aspects of taxonomy, evolution, ecology, behavior and physiology or marine organisms will be presented. Students will conduct lab work and independent research. Guest speakers and field trips will reinforce the concepts learned. Human Biology 1-2 Honors Grades: BIO261 (1 st semester) and BIO262 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: C or above in Biology 1-2 This course is an introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human form. The topics covered include: the scientific method, biochemistry, cells, anatomical terminology, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system, digestive system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, urinary system, lymphatic system, 15

16 and reproductive system. Biology 1-2 AP Grades: BIO351 (1 st semester) and BIO352 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: B or above in Biology 1-2. Chemistry 1-2 is recommended. This course is designed to prepare highly motivated students to take the advanced placement examination for college credit. The course will be geared toward effectively approaching short answer questions and improving answers to essay questions. The course will be comprised of laboratory experiments, lectures, extensive group discussions, and independent research. The five main areas of emphasis will include the following: cytology (cells), biochemistry, genetics, evolution, ecology, and human physiology. All students enrolled in AP biology will be expected to take the AP exam. Students will be responsible for the cost of the AP exam. Medical Science Anatomy & Physiology 1-2 Accelerated Grades: BIO341 (1st semester) and BIO342 (2nd semester) PCC dual enrollment BIO156IN (This class is a prerequisite for BIO201 at PCC)) The PCC placement test must be completed prior to registration for this course. A satisfactory score on the Pima Community College assessment test is required. If more students qualify for this course than can be accommodated, placement will be determined by scores on the assessment test. Introduction to the science of anatomy and physiology for health professionals. Includes principals of science, scientific measurement and lab techniques, biochemistry, cell anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction patterns of inheritance and human tissues and systems. An emphasis will be on the anatomy and physiology of the human form. Biomedical Fundamentals 3-4 Grades: JBT203 (1 st semester) and JBT204 (2 nd semester) PREREQUISITE: Biology-Biomedical 1-2 Offered as a dual-enrolled course with The University of Arizona. Biomedical Fundamentals is a course designed to teach the essentials in the fields of genetics and biotechnology. Topics covered include DNA, heredity, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular biology, applications of biotechnology, recombinant DNA, cloning, The Human Genome Project as well as many laboratory techniques. Students will experience the topics of genetic science and biotechnology while conducting experiments. Learn about Spectrophotometry, pipetting, electrophoresis, sequencing, amplifying genes, genetic testing cloning, GMO s, and transformation with recombined DNA. Analyze and interpret scientific research literature. Demonstrate proper procedure for spectrophotometry, pipetting, electrophoresis, sequencing, amplifying genes, genetic testing, and transformation with recombined DNA. Analyze transformed product using restriction enzymes, protein quantification, protein electrophoresis, etc. Conduct research using organisms such as Fruit flies, C elegans and yeast. Students will become members of Marana High School HOSA-Biomedical chapter and participate in leadership conferences and HOSA competitions. Exposure to these experiences will give them advantages over other students in careers in the field of Biomedical Technologies (Biotechnology), which is one of the fastest growing fields today. This course is approved for Laboratory Science credit. In addition, if students wish to receive the optional University of Arizona (MCB101) credit, $75 for Cat Card and application fee to The University of Arizona. There is a $400 course fee for 3 credits at The University of Arizona (MCB101), which is subject to change based on University of Arizona tuition increases. Biomedical Research 5-6 Grades: JBT301 (1 st semester) and JBT302 (2 nd semester) PREREQUISITE: Biomedical Fundamentals 3-4 Offered as a dual-enrolled course with The University of Arizona. Biomedical Research 5-6 is a course designed to allow students to utilize the skills and knowledge gained in Biomedical Fundamentals 3-4 toward designing and conducting authentic research. 16

17 Collaborate with researchers and possibly obtain an internship in a research lab. Acquire research experience required for medical school. Conduct authentic research in a high tech research facility. Earn University of Arizona MCB102 credit while attending high school. Students will become members of Marana High School HOSA-Biomedical chapter and participate in leadership conferences and HOSA competitions. Exposure to these experiences will give them advantages over other students in careers in the field of Medicine and Biotechnology. This course will also include optional Saturday sessions to enable the completion of long labs. This course is approved for Laboratory Science credit. In addition, if students wish to receive the optional University of Arizona (MCB102) credit, $75 for Cat Card and application fee to The University of Arizona. There is a $400 course fee for 3 credits at The University of Arizona (MCB102), which is subject to change based on University of Arizona tuition increases. Biomedical Tech/Continuing Research 7-8 Grade: 12 JBT401 (1 st semester) and JBT402 (2 nd semester) PREREQUISITE: Biomedical Research 5-6. Offered as a dual-enrolled course with The University of Arizona. Biomedical Tech/Continuing research 7-8 is a course designed to allow students to continue and expand upon the research started in Biomedical Research 5-6. It also allows students to use their research experience to serve as mentors to their peers in Biomedical Research 5-6. Demonstrate proper techniques for biotechnology applications covered in Biomedical Fundamentals 3-4. Apply skills and knowledge learned throughout Biomedical program. Assist in lab preps. Continue and expand research component from Biomedical Research 5-6. Shadow professionals in the field. Intern in a research laboratory (optional). Students will become members of Marana High School HOSA-Biomedical chapter and participate in leadership conferences and HOSA competitions. This course will also include optional Saturday sessions to enable the completions of long labs. This course is approved for Laboratory Science credit. In addition, if students wish to receive the optional University of Arizona (MCB101 or MCB102) credit, $75 for Cat Card and application fee to The University of Arizona. There is a $400 course fee for 3 credits at The University of Arizona (MCB101 or MCB102), which is subject to change based on University of Arizona tuition increases. Chemical Science Chemistry 1-2 Grades: CHM201 (1 st semester) and CHM202 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: Algebra 1A-1B This course explores the fundamental properties, changes and interactions of matter in depth. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in all fields of study including science, math, liberal arts, and technical. Topics included are: qualitative and quantitative measurement, chemical and physical properties, states and changes of matter, periodicity, atomic theory, chemical bonding theory, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, properties of solutions and acids and bases, equilibrium dynamics, reaction kinetics, and thermodynamics. Students will be required to use basic algebra and trigonometry, design and conduct experiments, interpret data, communicate results and develop higher order critical thinking skills to apply principles to everyday phenomena. Chemistry 1-2 Honors Grades: CHM321 (1 st semester) and CHM322 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2A-2B & Completion of Biology 1 & 2 This course explores the fundamental properties, changes and interactions of matter in depth. The course is designed to meet the needs of students who are interested in all science and technical fields and may wish to major in biological science, medicine, physical science, chemical science, space sciences, mathematics or engineering, computer science, electrician, or communications. Topics included are: qualitative and quantitative measurement, chemical and physical properties, states and changes of matter, periodicity, atomic theory, chemical bonding theory, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, 17

18 properties of solutions and acids and bases, equilibrium dynamics, reaction kinetics, electrochemistry and thermodynamics. Students will be required to use basic algebra and trigonometry, design and conduct experiments, interpret data, communicate results and use higher order thinking skills to apply principles to everyday phenomena. Chemistry Accelerated Grades: CHM351 (1 st semester) and CHM352 (2 nd semester) PCC dual enrollment CHM130IN Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra 2A-2B and B or above in Honors Bio or A in Biology Seniors taking this course must be enrolled in 4 additional courses at Marana High School. Fundamental concepts of chemistry emphasizing theoretical and physical principles are covered. This includes: atomic and molecular structure, theory, proportion of gases, liquid and solids, nuclear chemistry and quantify relationships of reactions. There is a laboratory component that emphasizes concepts. Descriptive inorganic chemistry and individual chemical families and their properties are studied. Chemistry 1-2 AP Grades: CHM341 (1 st semester) and CHM342 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: Completion of Chemistry 1-2 with an A or Hon. Chem. with a B or above and completion or concurrently enrolled in Algebra 2A-2B. This course is designed as a second year chemistry course for the college-bound student intending to major in a science, health, or engineering field. Fundamental concepts of chemistry emphasizing theoretical and physical principles are covered which includes: atomic and molecular structure, theory proportion of gases, liquids, and solids, and reactions and quantity relationships of reactions. The laboratory encourages individual and group study. Emphasis is placed on descriptive inorganic chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. A graphing calculator is strongly recommended for this course. This course is designed to help prepare students for the AP exam. Students will be responsible for the cost of the AP exam. Students who score a 3 or higher on the AP Chemistry exam are eligible for college credit. A grade of 3 or 4 count for first semester general chemistry (usually 4 credits). A grade of 5 counts for the entire first year of general chemistry (usually 8 credits) and the student can move straight to organic chemistry their freshman year. Physical Science Conceptual Physics Grades: PHY201 (1 st semester) and PHY202 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: Algebra 1A-1B or concurrent enrollment & Biology 1-2 or concurrent enrollment. Physics examines the workings of the physical world. Students will study mechanics, wave phenomena, electricity and magnetism, optics, and relativity. Lab experiments will address the skills of scientific inquiry and to reach a deeper conceptual understanding of physics concepts. Modern technology will be used where applicable. Standard physics is more conceptual and requires less intensive mathematical analysis than other level Physics courses offered and is more project based. Physics 1-2 Honors Grades: PHY321 (1 st semester) and PHY322 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: A C or above in Algebra 2A-2B The course centers on Newtonian mechanics, vectors, work and work/energy relationships. Also covered is math review and error analysis. Energy forms are the main course of study in the second semester. Heat, sound, light, wave theory, electricity and magnetism are topics to be covered. Quantum Relativity Theory will also be covered. A scientific calculator is strongly recommended for this class. Physics AP Grades: PHY341 (1 st semester) and PHY342 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: A C or above in Algebra 2A-2B Physics AP B course is for students studying physics, science, and engineering. It is a basis for more advanced work in the life sciences, medicine, geology, and related areas. This course will cover mechanics, Newton s laws, gas laws, and other related topics. AP offers students an opportunity for college credit if successful on the College Board exam and/or a solid foundation in a science for entry into a freshman level physics course in college. This course can be taken as a first or second year physics course. 18

19 Integrated Science Integrated Forensic Science 1-2 Grade: SCI301 (1 st semester) and SCI302 (2 nd semester) Prerequisite: C or better in Biology 1-2 AND completion of Geometry 1-2. This laboratory science course is designed as a field of study for students interested in a career in crime scene investigation in the Business and Human Services Academy. Students will learn the proper techniques for securing a crime scene, collecting evidence, and storing evidence to properly convict or acquit a person accused of committing a criminal act. Students will use fundamental concepts from physics, chemistry and biology to analyze evidence found in a crime scene. Topics will include: securing and mapping out a crime scene, trace evidence, time/cause/manner of death, fingerprints, blood spatter, DNA analysis, ballistics, etc. Integrated Environmental Science 1-2 Grades: SCI211 (1 st semester) and SCI212 (2 nd semester) This laboratory science is an option for all graders. Over the course of the year, topics will include: Space, Earth, Weather/Climate, Ecology and the conservation/national resources. Methods of observation and application of the Scientific Method will be stressed throughout the course. 19

20 SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE SEQUENCE Marana High School Requirements = 3 Social Studies Credits* University Requirements = 2 Social Studies Credits Choose the courses that fit your post-secondary goals Marana High School Social Studies Requirements Honors / Advanced Social Studies Opportunities World History/Geography 1-2 World History/Geography 1-2 Honors History US/AZ 1-2 or History US/AZ & English 5-6 Block History US/AZ 1-2 AP Economics Government US/AZ Microeconomics AP and Macroeconomics AP Government US/AZ AP *MHS requires 1 year of World History/Geography, 1 year of US/AZ History, 1 semester of US/AZ Government and 1 semester of Economics 20