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| Developments in science and technology
have improved ways of living and have become a major
influence on culture. Because of the impact it has on
social, economic and political life, every citizen needs
to have a fundamental understanding of science. By combining
the functional understanding of science with God's word,
an increased understanding of God and His creative power
is gained. |
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Health |
1 Credit |
The principles of health, well-being and basic functions
of the human body and its systems are studied. Emphasis
is also placed on the care of the body and mind to encourage
students to seek and maintain an optimal level of functioning.
Topics included for consideration are first aid, safety,
drug abuse, mental health, personal appearance, and alcohol
and tobacco use. This course is designed for freshmen. |
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| Biology |
1
Credit |
Biology is intended to interest students in the "study
of life." Topics include anatomy and physiology,
cellular and molecular biology, photosynthesis and respiration,
reproduction and development, genetics and theories of
origins. Weekly labs. |
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Chemistry |
1
Credit |
This course is a student activity-centered
laboratory program in general
chemistry. It is designed to
meet the needs and interests
of students who generally are
planning to terminate their formal schooling upon graduation
from high school, to continue their education at a junior
college or technical school, to enter a nurse's training
hospital, to take a short-term training for some other
science-related career, or to major in a non-science
field at a college or university. |
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| Chemistry |
1
Credit |
Prerequisite
- a minimum grade of C in Algebra I
An introduction to modern chemistry that will prepare
students for college General Chemistry. Topics include
modern concepts of atomic structure and bonding, balancing
reactions, the mole, periodicity, gas laws and acid-base
reactions. Weekly labs. |
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| Environmental/Earth
Science |
1
Credit |
Environmental Science is an introductory
course to the methods of science
and the principles of ecology.
Topics covered will be the major
biomes, energy resources and human
impact on the environment. |
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| Physics |
1
Credit |
Prerequisite
- a minimum grade of C in both Algebra II or Geometry
Physics is designed to be of benefit to students who
have an interest in the Physical world, and primarily
to those who are science or math oriented. Energy and
matter are the basic themes and are elaborated upon
practically, theoretically, and mathematically in such
items as static and dynamic mechanics, thermodynamics,
waves, particles, and electricity. Labs. |
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