CURRICULUM GUIDE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - Forest Lake …SENIOR Diploma Type General 24 Credits/2.0 GPA...

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CURRICULUM GUIDE &COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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FLA Curr iculum Guide - V2 Table of Contents 3

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................................................6

General, College Preparatory, and Nursing Allied Health �� 6

Honors (Health Careers, Humanities, Mathematics, and Science) �� 8

ACADEMIC LEVELS��10

College Preparatory �� 10

Honors �� 10

Advanced Placement/Dual Enrollment �� 10

CORE SEQUENCING BY DEPARTMENT ��11

English/Language Arts �� 11

Mathematics �� 11

Religion �� 12

Science �� 12

Social Studies �� 12

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS��13

Electives �� 13Dual Enrollment - College General Psychology (PSYC124) – Grade 12th ��13Dual Enrollment - College Developmental Psychology (PSYC128) – Grade 12th ��13FLA Scholars Project – Grade 12th ��13Introduction to Business ��13Introduction to Speech ��13Theater ��13Video Production��14Yearbook ��14

Fine Arts �� 14Cantabile ��14Band ��14Solid Bronze ��14String Ensemble ��14Voices of Forest Lake ��14Ceramics I ��15Ceramics II ��15

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Ceramics I and II Honors ��15Digital Photography I ��15Digital Photography II ��15Digital Photography I and II Honors ��15Drawing I ��16Drawing II ��16Drawing I and II ��16Painting I ��16Painting II ��16Painting I and II Honors ��16Sculpting I ��16Sculpting II ��17Sculpting I and II Honors ��17

Foreign Language �� 17Spanish I ��17Spanish II ��17Spanish III ��17

Health Sciences �� 18Health Science I ��18Health Science II ��18Health Science III ��18Principles of Biomedical Science ��18

Language Arts �� 18English 09 ��18English 09 Honors ��18World Literature 10 ��18World Literature 10 Honors ��18American Literature 11 ��19American Literature 11 Honors ��19English Literature 12 ��19Dev� Lang� Arts ESOL I (DLAE I) ��19Dev� Lang� Arts ESOL II (DLAE II) ��19Dev� Lang� Arts ESOL III (DLAE III) ��19Dual Enrollment – College English (ENGL101 & ENGL102) – Grade 12th ��20

Mathematics �� 20Algebra I ��20Algebra I-A/B ��20Algebra II ��20Algebra II Honors ��20Dual Enrollment – College Calculus I with Analytical Geometry – Grade 12th ��20Dual Enrollment – College Elementary Statistics – Grade 12th ��20Geometry ��21Geometry Honors ��21Math for College Readiness ��21Precalculus ��21Statistics ��21

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Physical Education �� 21Fitness for Life ��21Health ��21Individual Sports and Conditioning ��22

Religion �� 22Bible 09 ��22Bible 10 ��22Bible 11 ��22Bible 12 ��22Servant Leadership I & II ��22

Science �� 23Biology I ��23Biology I Honors ��23Chemistry ��23Chemistry Honors ��23Dual Enrollment – College Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL101) – Grade 12th ��24Dual Enrollment – College Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL102) – Grade 12th ��24Earth Science ��24Environmental Science ��24Physics ��24Physics Honors ��24

Social Studies �� 25AP United States Government and Politics ��25Economics with Financial Literacy ��25United States Government ��25United States History ��25United States History Honors ��25World History ��26World History Honors ��26

Technology/Vocational �� 26Computer Essentials ��26Computer Science Principles ��26Principals of Engineering ��27Robotics I: Foundations of Robotics ��27Robotics II: Robotic Design ��27Robotics III: Programming Robotics ��27Robotics IV: Advanced Robotics ��27Applied Robotics ��27

Diploma Requirements FLA Curr iculum Guide - V26

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTSGeneral, College Preparatory, and Nursing Allied HealthStandard Credits and Community Service Hours Needed:

• Bible/Equivalent Elective – 4 • Social Studies – 3 • P�E� – 1�5• English – 4 • Foreign Lang� – 2 • Vocational – 1• Math – 4 • Fine Art – 1 • Electives – as needed• Science – 3 • Health – 0�5 • Health Sciences – 3 (Nursing Allied Health diploma)

Community Service Hours – 25 hours per year of attendance at Forest Lake Academy

FRESHMANDiploma Type

General 24 Credits/2.0 GPA

College Preparatory 25 Credits/3.0 GPA

Nursing Allied Health 27 Credits/3.0 GPA

Bible Bible 09 Bible 09 Bible 09English English 09 English 09 English 09Math1 Algebra I Algebra I or Geometry Algebra I or GeometryScience Biology I or Earth Science Biology I or Earth Science Biology IFine Art Electives4 Electives4 Electives4 P.E. Fitness for Life Fitness for Life Fitness for LifeVocational Computer Essentials or Robotics Computer Essentials or Robotics Computer Essentials or RoboticsTotal Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits

SOPHOMOREDiploma Type




Bible Bible 10 Bible 10 Bible 10

English World Literature 10 World Literature 10 World Literature 10

Math1 Geometry Geometry or Algebra II Geometry or Algebra II

Science Biology I or Earth Science Earth Science or Chemistry Earth Science or Chemistry

Social Studies World History World History World History

Elective Electives4 Electives4

Health Science – – Health Science ITotal Credits 6 Credits Cum 13 6 Credits Cum 13 6 Credits Cum 13

1 Math: Students are required to take a mathematics course in the senior year�2 Enrollment to honor courses is based on subject GPA (minimum 3�67), completion of application process by the student and parent with teacher recommendation(s)�

3 Dual Enrollment (DE) courses are taught by Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU) on FLA campus� A minimum 3�50 cum GPA is required to apply, minimum test scores, plus specific subject requirements established by ADU are in place�

4 Electives Options: (a) Fine Arts: Performing Arts: Voices of FLA, Cantabile (by audition), String Orchestra, Concert Band, Solid Bronze, Speech, or Theater; Visual Arts: Ceramics, Digital Photography, Drawing & Painting, or Sculpting; (b) Physical Education - Individual Sports & Conditioning; (c) Other Electives – Yearbook, Intro to Business, Robotics, or Video Production�

Enrollment for Electives: (1) Students in grades 12 and 11 have priority and (2) Students in grades 10 and 9 may register on a space-availability basis�

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Standard Credits and Community Service Hours Needed:

• Bible/Equivalent Elective – 4 • Social Studies – 3 • P�E� – 1�5• English – 4 • Foreign Lang� – 2 • Vocational – 1• Math – 4 • Fine Art – 1 • Electives – as needed• Science – 3 • Health – 0�5 • Health Sciences – 3 (Nursing Allied Health diploma)


JUNIORDiploma Type




Bible Bible 11 or Servant Leadership I Bible 11 or Servant Leadership I Bible 11 or Servant Leadership IEnglish American Lit. 11 American Lit. 11 American Lit. 11

Math1 Algebra IIAlgebra IIor Statisticsor Pre-Calculus

Algebra IIor Statisticsor Pre-Calculus

Science Chemistry or Env. Science Chemistry, Env. Science or Physics

Chemistry, Env. Science or Physics

Social Studies US History US History US HistoryElective Electives4 as needed – –Foreign Language Not required Spanish I Spanish IHealth/Ind. Sports Health/Ind.Sports Health/Ind.Sports Health/Ind.SportsHealth Science – – Health Science IITotal Credits 7 Credits Cum 20 7 Credits Cum 20 8 Credits Cum 21

SENIORDiploma Type




Bible Bible 12 or Servant Leadership II Bible 12 or Servant Leadership II

Bible 12or Servant Leadership II

English English Literature 12 English Literature 12 English Literature 12

Math1Statisticsor Pre-Calculusor Math for College Read.

Statistics or Pre-Calculusor Math for College Read.

Statisticsor Pre-Calculus

Social Studies US Gov’t and Economics (AP) US Gov’t and Economics (AP) US Gov’t and Economics

Elective As needed As needed -

Foreign Language Not required Spanish II Spanish II

Health Science – – Health Science III

Total Credits 4 Credits Cum 24 5 Credits Cum 25 6 Credits Cum 27

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Diploma Requirements FLA Curr iculum Guide - V28

Honors (Health Careers, Humanities, Mathematics, and Science)Standard Credits and Community Service Hours Needed:

• Bible/Equivalent Elective – 4 • Social Studies – 3 • P�E� – 1�5• English – 4 • Foreign Lang� – 2 • Vocational – 1• Math – 4 • Fine Art – 1 • Electives – as needed• Science – 3 • Health – 0�5 • Health Sciences – 3 (Health Careers diploma)


FRESHMANDiploma Type Health Careers

30 Credits/3.75 GPAHumanities

26 Credits/3.75 GPAMathematics

26 Credits/3.75 GPAScience

27 Credits/3.75 GPABible Bible 09 Bible 09 Bible 09 Bible 09English English 09 English 09 English 09 English 09

Math1 Algebra I or Geometry Algebra I or Geometry Geometry Honors1 & 2

or Algebra II Honors1 & 2 Algebra I or Geometry

Science Biology I Biology I Biology I Biology IFine Art Electives4 Electives4 Electives4 Electives4 P.E. Fitness for Life Fitness for Life Fitness for Life Fitness for Life

Vocational Computer Essencials or Robotics

Computer Essencials or Robotics



Total Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits 7 Credits

SOPHOMORE – 3.75 CUM GPADiploma Type Health Careers

29.5 Credits/3.75 GPAHumanities

26.5 Credits/3.75 GPAMathematics

26.5 Credits/3.75 GPAScience

27.5 Credits/3.75 GPA

Bible Bible 10 Bible 10 Bible 10 Bible 10English World Lit. 10 Honors2 World Lit. 10 Honors2 World Lit. 10 Honors2 World Lit. 10 Honors2

Math1 Geometry or Algebra II Geometry or Algebra II Geometry Honors1 & 2

or Algebra II Honors1 & 2 Geometry or Algebra II

Science Chemistry Honors2 Earth Science or Chemistry Earth Science or Chemistry Chemistry Honors2

Social Studies World History World History Honors2 World History World HistoryHealth Science Health Science I – – –Total Credits 6 Credits Cum 13 5 Credits Cum 12 5 Credits Cum 12 5 Credits Cum 12

1 Math: Students are required to take a mathematics course in the senior year�2 Enrollment to honor courses is based on subject GPA (minimum 3�67), completion of application process by the student and parent with teacher recommendation(s)�

3 Dual Enrollment (DE) courses are taught by Adventist University of Health Sciences (ADU) on FLA campus� A minimum 3�50 cum GPA is required to apply, minimum test scores, plus specific subject requirements established by ADU are in place�

4 Electives Options: (a) Fine Arts: Performing Arts: Voices of FLA, Cantabile (by audition), String Orchestra, Concert Band, Solid Bronze, Speech, or Theater; Visual Arts: Ceramics, Digital Photography, Drawing & Painting, or Sculpting; (b) Physical Education - Individual Sports & Conditioning; (c) Other Electives – Yearbook, Intro to Business, Robotics, or Video Production�

Enrollment for Electives: (1) Students in grades 12 and 11 have priority and (2) Students in grades 10 and 9 may register on a space-availability basis�DE = Dual Enrollment� Extra tuition fees apply�

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Standard Credits and Community Service Hours Needed

• Bible/Equivalent Elective – 4 • Social Studies – 3 • P�E� – 1• English – 4 • Foreign Lang� – 2 • Vocational – 1• Math – 4 • Fine Art – 1 • Electives – as needed• Science – 3 • Health – 0�5 • Health Sciences – 3 (Health Careers)


JUNIOR – 3.75 Cum GPADiploma Type Health Careers




27 Credits/3.75 GPA

Bible Bible 11 or Servant Leadership I

Bible 11 or Servant Leadership I



English American Lit. 11 Honors2 American Lit. 11 Honors2 American Lit. 11 Honors2 American Lit. 11

Honors2

Math1 Algebra II or Statisticsor Pre-Calculus

Algebra II or Statisticsor Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Algebra II or Statistics

or Pre-Calculus

Science Physics Chemistry or Env. Science Chemistry or Env. Science Physics

Social Studies US History Honors2 US History Honors2 US History Honors2 US History Honors2

Foreign Language Spanish I Spanish I Spanish I Spanish I

Health/Ind. Sports Health/Ind. Sports Health/Ind. Sports Health/Ind. Sports Health/Ind. Sports

Health Science Health Science II – – –Total Credits 8 Credits Cum 21 7 Credits Cum 19 7 Credits Cum 19 7 Credits Cum 19

SENIOR – 3.75 CUM GPADiploma Type Health Careers




27 Credits/3.75 GPA

Bible Bible 12 or Servant Leadership IICollege English(ENGL101 & ENGL102) Col. English 1013 - 3 DE and Col. English 1023 - 3 DE

Math1 Statistics or Pre-Calculus

Statistics or Pre-Calculus

College Calculus - 4 DEand College Statistics - 3 DE Statistics or Pre-Calculus

Science (BIO101 & BIO102) plus Lab

College Anatomy & Physiology3 - 8 DE – – College Anatomy &

Physiology3 - 8 DESocial Studies (AP) US Gov’t and Economics

Elective – Introd. to Psych3 - 3 DEand Develop. Psych.3 - 3 DE – –

Foreign Language Spanish II

Health Science Health Science III – – –Total Credits 9 Credits Cum 30 7 Credits Cum 26 7 Credits Cum 26 8 Credits Cum 27

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10 Academic Levels FLA Curr iculum Guide - V210

ACADEMIC LEVELSStudents, with the assistance from the School Counselor, Registrar, and Vice Principal in partner-ship with parents will build a schedule of classes from three academic levels� Some courses carry prerequisites that must be met prior to scheduling� In addition, Honors and Advanced Placement courses will require teacher recommendation� Each student will meet with counseling staff to assure a course of study that meets his or her individual academic plan, interests, and goals�

College PreparatoryThese courses follow a core curriculum (language arts, math, science, foreign language, and social studies) that will prepare students for admission to most colleges�

HonorsHonors courses offer a core curriculum that provides greater depth of subject matter and may include assignments that require more independent work effort� Students must obtain a teacher recommendation to enroll in these classes, and they frequently carry prerequisite courses�

Honor level courses prepare students for admission to competitive colleges, and are weighted by a factor of 1�0 (one point)�

Students who wish to take an honors course must have a minimum subject GPA of 3�67 to qualify them to complete the Honors Course Request Application� If accepted into the Honors Course, students must also maintain a minimum grade average of a B to remain in the course�

Advanced Placement/Dual EnrollmentAdvanced Placement (AP) and Dual Enrollment courses offer college-level curriculum� They require prerequisite classes, grade point average minimums, and teacher recommendation to enroll� AP courses and Dual Enrollment courses are nationally recognized as academically challenging and are designed for the motivated student� For AP courses, college credit may be earned at the end of the course by successfully completing a standardized test�

Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses prepare students for selective colleges with more rigid admissions standards, and are weighted by a factor of 1�0 (one point)�

Students and parents are encouraged to engage the counseling staff in academic level course selection�

Additional fees for Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses will apply�

Note: some colleges and Bright Futures Scholarships consider only grades in core academic courses in computing a grade point average�

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CORE SEQUENCING BY DEPARTMENTEnglish/Language ArtsGrade College Preparatory Honors, AP

09 English 09 Honors English 09

10 World Literature 10 Honors World Literature 10

11 American Literature 11 Honors American Literature 11

12 English Literature 12 College English 101 & 102

Note: AP, College, and Honors courses have prerequisites

MathematicsGrade College Preparatory Honors, AP

09Algebra IGeometryAlgebra II

Honors GeometryHonors Algebra II

10GeometryAlgebra IIPre-Calculus

Honors GeometryHonors Algebra II

11Algebra IIPre-CalculusStatistics

Honors Algebra II

12Pre-CalculusStatisticsMath for College Readiness

College CalculusCollege Statistics


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ReligionGrade College Preparatory

09 Bible 09

10 Bible 10

11 Bible 11Servant Leadership I

12 Bible 12Servant Leadership II

ScienceGrade College Preparatory Honors, AP

09 Biology IEarth Science Honors Biology I

10Biology IChemistryEarth Science

Honors Biology I Honors Chemistry

11ChemistryPhysicsEnvironmental Science

Honors ChemistryHonors Physics

12Environmental ScienceChemistryPhysics

Honors ChemistryHonors PhysicsCollege Anatomy & Physiology


Social StudiesGrade College Preparatory Honors, AP

09 N/A N/A

10 World History Honors World History

11 United States History Honors United States History

12 United States GovernmentEconomics w/Financial Literacy

AP US Government& PoliticsEconomics w/Financial Literacy


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COURSE DESCRIPTIONSElectives

Dual Enrollment - College General Psychology (PSYC124) – Grade 12th

The survey of psychology includes human development, sensation and perception, learning and thinking, emotions, motivation, personality, and stress, as well as psychological disorders and their treatment� The study of psychology is the science that describes and explains how people think, feel, and act� This course will help each individual to understand the significant findings from psychology that apply to human behavior and may lead to a better understanding of ourselves�

Dual Enrollment - College Developmental Psychology (PSYC128) – Grade 12th

This course is the study of human life from conception to death� Emphasis is placed on the physical, cognitive, social, and psychological and spiritual development of the individual� Issues are discussed regarding the continuity of human development throughout the life span, how early experiences may affect later development, and the influence of genetics, familial factors, and the environment�

FLA Scholars Project – Grade 12th

A project challenging students to go beyond those learnings that occur as the result of their prescribed educational program by developing projects that demonstrate their intellectual and creative abilities� Each student shall complete a project in one area of concentrated study under the direction of the Forest Lake Academy school staff� The project will demonstrate the student’s ability to apply, analyze, synthesize, evaluate information, and communicate significant knowledge and comprehension�

Introduction to BusinessThis course introduces students to the world of business and the economic roles of consumer and entrepreneur� During this course, the stu-dent will grow as a reader, writer, and thinker as they analyze business foundations and trends� This course will serve as a background for other, more detailed business courses, such as accounting, marketing and business law, as well as preparation for future employment, financial literacy, and consumer decision-making�

Introduction to SpeechThis is an introduction course to speech com-munication, aimed to help students communi-cate with those directly around them, as well as on a grander, or more public scale� The skills practiced and explored in this course are beneficial to every student, regardless of future ambitions, as every profession (and every hu-man relationship) is centered around effective-ly communicating� It also includes a targeted focus on how to overcome anxieties associated with public speaking�

Theater2 Semesters; 1 Unit credit; Grade level: Fresh-man-Senior; Pre-requisite: Audition; Art fee required� This course will enable students to recognize the properties, possibilities and limitations of the human body and voice on the stage� They will develop the basic skills and creative approaches to theater production and performance� Students will be able to create characters and skits that communicate idea, and demonstrate the use of media and associ-ated tools and equipment for theater in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner� Students will participate in the annual school play�

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Video ProductionThis course will instruct students in an alternate form of communication� Students will learn the specialized vocabulary of the film and television industry and use it to express themselves clearly and concisely in their writing about film and television� Students will develop ideas individually or within a group, utilizing the video techniques learned in class� Also, a major part of this class is to create the school Biweekly Events Broadcast� This course will also introduce skills in the area of Data Management, and it will teach student critical thinking skills needed for a successful professional life�

Yearbook

A course designed to provide students with the opportunity to accomplish independent achievement in the journalism field through a hands-on experience� The class functions as a publishing staff with student leadership to produce the Mirror, the school’s yearbook� Staff assignments include editors, writers, computer graphic artists, proofreaders, and photographers, with assignments overlapping� Each student will be assigned a position under the direction of the student editors�

Fine Arts

n Performing ArtsCantabileCantabile is a small select choral ensemble and is available by audition only� All Cantabile members are required to be in Voices of Forest Lake and attend all Concerts scheduled for Voices and Cantabile� Concerts for this ensemble include all concerts listed for Voices of Forest Lake and additional concerts in the community, in area churches, and on tours�

BandBand is open to students who have basic performing skills on woodwinds, brass or percussion� Placement is by audition� Members are required to attend all concerts scheduled� Those performances include Parent Weekend, Christmas, Alumni Weekend, Festival of the Arts, local church concerts, band trip and Spring concert�

Solid BronzeSolid Bronze is a handbell ensemble available by audition only� This performing ensemble will learn the art of ringing English Handbells� Concerts include Parent Weekend, Christmas,

Alumni Weekend, Festival of the Arts, Spring sacred and secular concerts, Tour, and other appointments in area churches and community�

String EnsembleString Ensemble is open to students who have basic performing skills on violin, viola, cello and string bass� Placement is by audition� Members are required to attend all concerts scheduled� Those performances include Parent Weekend, Christmas, Alumni Weekend, Festival of the Arts, local church concerts, strings trip and Spring concert�

Voices of Forest Lake Voices of Forest Lake is the large choir which is available to all students� An interview and placement audition to determine the voice part of each student is required for membership in this ensemble� Members are required to attend all Concerts scheduled for Voices� Concerts include Parent Weekend, Christmas, Disney Candlelight Procession, Alumni Weekend, Festival of the Arts, Spring sacred and secular concerts�


n Visual ArtsCeramics I1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: None; Art fee required� This course will enable students to recognize the properties, possibilities and limitations of clay using various hand-building and throwing techniques� Students will be able to create ceramic pieces that communicate idea and demonstrate basic craftsmanship and tech-nical elements� Students will demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equip-ment for ceramics in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner�

Ceramics II1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Ceramics I; Art fee required� In this course, students continue applying knowledge of properties of clay and various hand-building, throwing, and glazing techniques to create more complex ceramics pieces� Students will be able to identify career opportunities related to ceramic, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary�

Ceramics I and II Honors1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Sophomore-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Ceramics I & II with at least “A-“; Art fee required; strongly recommended for students who plan to continue visual arts as a major or minor� The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue advancing in ceramics in individually-identified areas of focus� Students will be able to create complex ceramics pieces that demonstrate awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of ceramics, and identify related career opportunities� Students will identify the role of ceramics as

works of art through history, culture, and society�

Digital Photography I1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: None; Art fee required� This course will enable students to develop the basics of digital photography and using studio equipment� Students will be able to create images that communicate idea, and demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for photography in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner�

Digital Photography II1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Digital Photography I; Art fee required� In this course, students continue applying knowledge of photography and further develop skills and creative approaches to digital photography and create images that communicate idea� Students will be able to identify career opportunities related to photography, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary�

Digital Photography I and II Honors1 Semester; �05 Unit credit; Grade level: Sophomore-Senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Digital Photography I & II with at least “A-“; Art fee required; strongly recommended for students who plan to continue visual arts as a major or minor� The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue advancing in digital photography in individually-identified areas of focus� Students demonstrate awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of photography, and identify related career opportunities� Students will be able to create images that demonstrate awareness of the role of photography as works of art through history, culture, and society�


Drawing I1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: None; Art fee required� This course will enable students to develop the basic skills and creative approaches to drawing using studio tools and equipment� Students will be able to create artwork that communicates ideas, and demonstrates the use of media and associated tools and equipment for drawing in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner�

Drawing II1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Drawing I; Art fee required� In this course, students continue applying knowledge and experience to further develop skills and creative approaches to drawing� Students will identify career opportunities related to drawing, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary�

Drawing I and II Honors1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Sophomore-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Drawing I & II with at least “A-“; Art fee required; strongly recommended for students who plan to continue visual arts as a major or minor� The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue advancing in drawing in individually-identified areas of focus� Students will be able to create complex artwork that demonstrates awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of drawing, and identify related career opportunities� Students will demonstrate awareness of the role of drawing as works of art through history, culture, and society�

Painting I1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: None; Art fee required� This course will enable students

to develop the basic skills and creative approaches to painting using studio tools and equipment� Students will be able to create artwork that communicates ideas, and demonstrates the use of media and associated tools and equipment for painting in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner�

Painting II1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Painting I; Art fee required� In this course, students continue applying knowledge and experience to further develop skills and creative approaches to painting� Students will identify career opportunities related to painting, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary�

Painting I and II Honors1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Sophomore-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Painting I and II with at least “A-“; Art fee required; strongly recommended for students who plan to continue visual arts as a major or minor� The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue advancing in painting in individually-identified areas of focus� Students will be able to create complex artwork that demonstrates awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of painting, and identify related career opportunities� Students will demonstrate awareness of the role of painting as works of art through history, culture, and society�

Sculpting I1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: None; Art fee required� This course will enable students to recognize the properties, possibilities and limitations of clay, use of tools and equipment, and develop the basic skills and creative approaches to sculpting� Students will be


able to create sculptures that communicate idea, and demonstrate the use of media and associated tools and equipment for sculpting in a safe, responsible, and appropriate manner�

Sculpting II1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Freshman-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Sculpting I; Art fee required� In this course, students continue applying knowledge of properties of clay, and further develop skills and creative approaches to sculpting to create sculptures that communicate idea� Students will be able to identify career opportunities related to sculpting, and demonstrate awareness of appropriate art vocabulary�

Sculpting I and II Honors1 Semester; 0�5 Unit credit; Grade level: Sophomore-senior; Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Sculpting I & II with at least “A-“; Art fee required; strongly recommended for students who plan to continue visual arts as a major or minor� The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue advancing in sculpting in individually-identified areas of focus� Students will be able to create sculptures that demonstrate awareness of the potential personal and social benefits associated with the production and exhibition of sculpting, and identify related career opportunities� Students will identify the role of sculpting as works of art through history, culture, and society�

Foreign Language

Spanish I An introduction to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, with emphasis on the development of the basic communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and grammatical structures� Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component� This course fulfills the standards of the North American Division of SDA (NAD)�

Spanish IIA course designed to review and build upon material presented in Spanish I� The activities provided are designed to increase the student’s proficiency in the four basic skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing� The program

utilizes small group activities and students’ involvement� It presents a more complex structure and awareness of the Spanish culture� Success in this class depends heavily on the student’s cooperation, participation, curiosity and consistent practice in and out of class� This course fulfills the standards of the North American Division of SDA (NAD)�

Spanish IIIThis class will provide an advanced program for the development of language skills� The core of the course will provide common experience for language and a broader understanding of culture through reading in literature and civilization� The class is conducted primarily in the target language�


Health Sciences

Health Science I

This course is designed to introduce students to the core knowledge for healthcare as defined by the National Consortium for Health Science Education and to the career clusters within the health care industry� Due to the anatomy component of the course, some illustrations and study materials may be explicit�

Health Science II

This course is designed to introduce students to Medical Terminology and its use, observation skills, reporting, and critical thinking� Due to the anatomy component of the course, some illustrations and study materials may be explicit�

Health Science III

This course will introduce students to the health

care emergency response system and provide opportunity for American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support for the Health Care Provider and First Aid� Due to the anatomy component of the course, some illustrations and study materials may be explicit�

Principles of Biomedical ScienceIn this introductory course, students explore concepts of biology and medicine to determine factors that led to the death of a fictional person� While investigating the case, students examine autopsy reports, investigate medical history, and explore medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life� The activities and projects introduce students to human physiology, basic biology, medicine, and research processes while allowing them to design their own experiments to solve problems�

Language Arts

English 09A whole language course emphasizing funda-mentals of language, reading, writing, speaking, viewing, and vocabulary� Reading experiences will include selections from the textbook, as well as other assigned literary works�

English 09 HonorsEnglish 09 Honors provides a college level academic atmosphere that expands students’ reading and writing experiences, building a foundation for their high school and post-secondary academic careers� The course facilitates students’ improvement in their reading, writing, and communication skills through various effective strategies, including classroom talk, collaborative group work, writing to learn, literacy groups,

questioning, and scaffolding� These projects, and the course as a whole, allows students to showcase their communication and critical thinking skills�

World Literature 10A course focusing on literature written by world authors� Students will grow as readers, writers, and thinkers as they analyze literature and reflect on themes and apply them to life experiences� Reading experiences will include selections from the textbook, as well as other assigned literary works�

World Literature 10 HonorsA course encouraging students to explore and develop critical thinking skills and begin the transition toward independent achievement


through literature, media, speaking, and writing skills� The class theme will be “Our culture—now and then,” with literature and activities that depict culture from creation to the present and future time� Essays, tests, speeches, activities, projects, and research will provide opportunities for students to apply class themes to current culture� Grammar practice and vocabulary study are included�

American Literature 11A study of the American tradition in literature from the Puritan era to the Modern period is included� Students trace the role of the past in the development of present literature culture� A study of vocabulary is included� This is an intensive reading course that provides students the opportunity to read, discuss, critique and present diverse examples of “classic” American literature� Reading experiences will include selections from the textbook such as poetry, drama, and short stories as well as other assigned literary works�

American Literature 11 HonorsThis course includes the study of United States History, American Literature, and Com-position� Through the blending of these three areas the student is able to immerse them-selves in the history and culture of the time period being studied� Critical thinking skills are developed and practiced through analysis of historical events, literature, and composi-tion activities� A research project is required and a study of vocabulary is included� This course is limited to juniors with an 85% or higher in previous English class� First prefer-ence is given to students who are enrolled in the Honors program� Transfer students must complete a writing assessment before admit-tance to the class�

English Literature 12English 12 is a whole language course combining the studies of literature and

writing� A survey of British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon Era through the Modern Era is included� In addition, the course includes a strong emphasis on writing skills incorporating a large variety of different genres ranging from expository to research writing� This course is typically taken by seniors following their completion of English 9-11�

Dev. Lang. Arts ESOL I (DLAE I)This is a course designed to best serve new comers to the United States (one year)� In addition to providing systematic language development, this course provides individualized instruction intended to fill in gaps� Students learn academic vocabulary that is frequently used in other courses to ensure success across the curriculum� A great deal of emphasis is placed phonics and pronunciation�

Dev. Lang. Arts ESOL II (DLAE II)This is a course designed to cultivate students’ ability to integrate the oral and written form of expression� Students learn American expressions, literary figures of speech, and vocabulary word families� A significant emphasis is placed on grammatical structure so as to enhance presenting and writing skills, which are practical for college and for careers� The nonfiction genre is explored at length�

Dev. Lang. Arts ESOL III (DLAE III)This course uniquely enhances vocabulary, thinking, comprehension, and response skills� Analysis of a variety of fictional literature from the Standard English textbook is used with modified text, with the scope of transitioning students into mainstream English� The conventions of writing are cultivated in preparation for college and for the acquisition of clear communication�


Dual Enrollment – College English (ENGL101 & ENGL102) – Grade 12th This course focuses on writing as a means for authentic expression and exploration� Emphasis is on the writing process, especially revision� Students write several

expository essays organized according to prescribed modes and learn specific writing skills and principles which readily apply to most writing tasks� The course meets the requirement for a written communication course�

Mathematics

Algebra IA course where the foundation for algebra will be formed� The key content involves writing, solving, and graphing linear and quadratic equations, including systems of two linear equations in two unknowns� Quadratic equations are solved by factoring, completing the square, graphically, or by application of the quadratic formula� The course also includes study of monomial and polynomial expressions, inequalities, exponents, functions, rational expressions, ratio, and proportion�

Algebra I-A/BA course addressing Math as the language of the Universe� The world of numbers, graphs, functions or formulas and the ability to use them to help understand the world will help students evaluate the information and apply it to everyday life�

By the end of the class you will be able to do the following:

• Identify SDA Christian principles and values in correlation with mathematics�

• Develop abilities in mathematics�• Be able to apply math knowledge and skills

to a variety of purposes�• Be able to understand concepts involving

real numbers�• Be able to represent mathematical situations

using algebraic symbols and models�• Be able to apply appropriate techniques,

tools, and formulas to interpret and solve problems�

• Be able to analyze results and draw appropriate conclusions�

Algebra IIAlgebra II is a course emphasizing functions (quadratic, polynomial, exponential, logarith-mic, rational, radical) and systems and their use in real-world applications� The complex number system is explored and a brief intro-duction to statistics and trigonometry is given�

Algebra II HonorsHonors Algebra II includes all the aspects of Algebra II at a faster pace and includes an introduction to conic sections�

Dual Enrollment – College Calculus I with Analytical Geometry – Grade 12th This course is a study of the mathematics of motion and change� Topics include limits, continuity, analytic geometry, and the differential and integral calculus of elementary trigonometric and transcendental functions� Application of the above topics to science, business, engineering, and the other branches of mathematics is explored�

Dual Enrollment – College Elementary Statistics – Grade 12th This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, normal distribution, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression�


GeometryGeometry is the study of lines, angles and plane figures such as triangles and quadrilaterals� The student is taught to write formal proofs and to apply formulas involving perimeters, areas, volumes, and surface areas� Basic principles of two and three dimensional figures, algebraic skills, and coordinate geometry will be used in problem solving situations� Trigonometry is introduced and algebraic concepts such as factoring and two-variable equations are applied to geometric situations� A main purpose of the student of geometry is the development of reasoning ability, logical processing� Geometry is a requirement for admission into most four-year colleges�

Geometry HonorsAn advanced study in geometry for the more advanced student� It is a rigorous, logical development of the deductive system of reasoning� Emphasis is on the development of logic, formal proofs, problem solving, and algebraic applications to geometry�

Math for College ReadinessThis course emphasizes skills identified as important for success in college math� Previously learned high-school level math skills are solidified, and students learn

to think mathematically about real-life situations� The goals are for students to learn to apply math intuitively, practice more detailed calculations, and become more mathematically independent� This course also helps students develop strategies for taking math tests in this course and for college entry�

PrecalculusPrecalculus focuses on polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions within the real and complex number systems� Solving and graphing equations of all types is emphasized in preparation for learning calculus� Real-world applications are explored regularly�

StatisticsStatistics is the study of the methods that plan experiments, obtain data, analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions based on the data� Statistical literacy is an essential skill that enables people to understand and make sensible decisions� It has astonishing powers to improve decision making accuracy and test new ideas� It is a key analytical tool used in education, the sciences, business administration, medicine, the social sciences, sports, politics, and other related fields�

Physical Education

Fitness for Life

This physical education class is designed to in-troduce each student to a variety of physical ac-tivities that enables them to maintain a healthy lifestyle through physical education and to recognize the importance of the lifelong bene-fits of exercise� Students will do classwork, labs, and fitness standards as well as be exposed to various team sports� Through this class each student will have basic knowledge to know how

to evaluate one’s self and how to create and implement a fitness program� The students will also be taught the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, mental, physical, spiritual, and social development�

HealthThis class is designed to introduce each stu-dent to a variety of health topics and issues such as healthful living, mental, physical and emotional wellness, suicide, drugs, alcohol, re-


production, family dynamics, sexual education & responsibility, violence, abuse and STD’s� Students will also be taught the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, men-tal, physical, spiritual, and social development�

Individual Sports and ConditioningThis class is designed to teach students the importance of cardiorespiratory fitness and expose them to a number of activities they can participate in for a lifetime� The students will

use Heart Rate Monitors each day in class to make sure they are working in their target zone� The students have many choices of activities such as basketball, soccer, weight room, workout videos, run/walk, badminton, etc� This class will also teach the importance of individual fitness as well as the importance of developing balanced lifestyles between, mental, physical, spiritual, and social development and the importance of the lifelong benefits of exercise�

Religion

Bible 09Students will encounter God, Christ, and His plan for our lives� Through searching the scriptures for His existence and character, they will discover how to enter into a lasting and fulfilling relationship�

Bible 10Students will encounter God, Christ, and His plan for our lives� Through searching the scriptures for His existence and character, they will discover how to enter into a lasting and fulfilling relationship�

Bible 11Identify the loving God and the plan of salvation by faith through Jesus Christ as the center of Seventh-day Adventist beliefs�

• Develop Abilities in Bible Doctrines• Be able to apply Bible Doctrines knowledge

and skills • Be able to understand the Seventh-day

Adventist beliefs as grounded in the Bible

Bible 12This course is all about exposing our students to strategies that help manage their spirituality, finances, time, and negative emotions, as well as developing communication, employment,

and parenting skills�

Senior Bible is also about having the correct information before making decisions� Making good decisions starts with knowing the facts, understanding the consequences, and having the confidence to choose well� We’ll deal with real issues like nutrition, substance abuse, coping with stress, and what to do about sex�

We have found that, when our students are better equipped that leads them to be more motivated to become self-sufficient and actively and positively control their future� This course comes with a long-term payoff� The good decisions students make now will set a positive direction they can follow for a lifetime�

Servant Leadership I & IIServant Leadership should be how we live our lives� It is the practice of Loving God, Loving each other and loving ourselves� In Servant Leadership II the focus will be on creating activities for R�O�C� Campus Ministries that will be R�E�A�L� (Group Publishing)� These activities will be:

R: Relational with peers and Jesus

E: Experiential in learning how to build a relationship with Jesus


A: Applicable to life so that students can take these activities back to their churches and youth groups

L: Learner based to meet the learning style of each student

Students should leave F�L�A� knowing how to be Jesus, how to lead as Jesus led and hopefully they will stay connected with their church as they leave for college

Science

Biology IThis laboratory course provides a solid introduction to the study of life and its Creator� Interactions of living and nonliving conditions are studied� It explores such topics as scientific method, logic, cell functions, botany, zoology, genetics, microbiology, human physiology, and ecology�

Biology I HonorsThis laboratory course provides a solid introduction to the study of life and its Creator� Interactions of living and nonliving conditions are studied� It explores such topics as scientific method, logic, cell functions, botany, zoology, genetics, microbiology, human physiology, and ecology� Beyond the regular biology curriculum, students will do addition projects and assignments as well as delve deeper into select topics�

ChemistryA laboratory course study on the composition of matter and the changes matter undergoes� This course will help prepare for a general chemistry course at the college level� This course includes a laboratory component that will be a compliment to the concepts learned during the course� The key concepts this course will cover are:

• Identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with science

• Develop abilities in science• Be able to apply science knowledge and

skills to a variety of purposes

• Be able to understand relationships between matter and energy and how they interact

• Be able to safely explore chemical concepts• Be able to analyze chemical data• Be able to apply the principles of physics to

health, life, and the physical environment

Chemistry HonorsA rigorous introductory-level science course� This course broaches general chemistry topics then examines each topic more thoroughly than in general chemistry� Due to this course’s heavy math component, students are expected to excel in algebra and mathematic problem solving� Exams will reflect more depth and rigor than general chemistry exams� Topics include symbols and metric system, matter, formulas, chemical equations, atomic structure, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, nuclear chemistry, gasses, solutions, bonding, acid-base theory, oxidation-reduction, pH, equilibrium, and organic chemistry� Laboratory experiments and activities complement theory while emphasizing safety and science writing skills� This course is a college preparatory course and its rigors will reflect a movement towards college level work� At the end of the year, students will leave with a foundation in chemical principles and concepts� The core concepts are reflected below:

• Identify the principles of SDA Christian values in correlation with science�

• Develop abilities in science�


• Be able to apply science knowledge and skills to a variety of purposes�

• Be able to understand relationships between matter and energy and how they interact�

• Be able to safely explore chemical concepts�• Be able to analyze chemical data�

Dual Enrollment – College Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL101) – Grade 12th This course is the first semester of a two-semes-ter course� BIOL 101 is a study of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems of the human body, along with their cytology, histology, and chemistry� Three hours of lecture each week�

Dual Enrollment – College Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL102) – Grade 12th This course is the second semester of a two-semester course� BIOL 102 is a study if the endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respi-ratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems of the human body� Three hours of lecture each week�

Earth ScienceThis course is an amalgamation of units from Biology, Earth, Space and Physical Science� It is designed to facilitate student’s understanding of interrelationships among the biotic and abiotic elements of the environment, whereby, building for themselves a body of knowledge through reference to text, electronic simulation, and direct interaction with factors of the environment and classroom assessments� Students will have the opportunity for self-assessment as well as for teacher guidance and assessment throughout the course including the preparation and finalization of two semester Problem Solving Projects, which focus on research, organization, and drafting strategies� Ultimately students will be able to distinguish between wholesome and unhealthy practices affecting the environment and developed a

sense of stewardship for God’s creation while being prepared for more advanced learning�

Environmental ScienceAn integrated science course which allows a student to develop understanding and knowledge of the interrelationships of the natural world and humanity� Humanity’s effect on the natural environment will be explored while study topics such as conservation, biodiversity, earth dynamics and waste management� Students will evaluate risks related with environmental problems and explore alternate solutions for resolving and/or preventing them�

PhysicsA laboratory course study predicting behavior of objects in our world� This course will help prepare for a general physics course at the college level� This course includes a laboratory component that will be a compliment to the concepts learned during the course� The key concepts this course will cover are:


• Develop abilities in science�• Be able to apply science knowledge and

skills to a variety of purposes�• Be able to understand relationships

between matter and energy and how they interact and move in our environment�

• Be able to safely explore physical concepts�• Be able to analyze physical data�• Be able to apply the principles of physics to

health, life, and the physical environment�

Physics HonorsHonors Physics is an inquiry based course designed to explore the aspect of predicting behavior of objects in our world through laboratories, data analysis, problem solving, and discussions with an emphasis on mathematical applications� Students considering this course should be self-


directed learners with strong mathematical computational skills� The following are the core concepts for this course:


• Develop abilities in science�• Be able to apply science knowledge and

skills to a variety of purposes�• Be able to understand relationships

between matter and energy and how they interact�

• Be able to safely explore physics concepts�• Be able to analyze physics data�• Be able to apply the principles of physics to

health, life, and the physical environment�

Social Studies

AP United States Government and PoliticsAP Government is designed to give the senior a learning experience equal to an introductory college course on American government and politics� The course requires preparation through reading in the textbook and study of current events for class discussions� This course is intended to prepare the student for the AP College Board exam on American government and politics in May�

Economics with Financial LiteracyThe study of business, a major component of our economy, is increasingly important to all� Especially in light of these changing economic times, everyone in our economy interacts with business—through the products we buy, the advertisements we see and hear, the jobs we hold, and the money we invest� From many perspectives, it is important that young people understand the role of business in our society and begin to comprehend what their relationship is to business and the economy in which they live� The basic objectives of this course focus on introducing students to the world of business and helping prepare them for a more meaningful and beneficial interaction with businesses and our economy�

United States GovernmentThis is a one-semester course designed to help the students to view democracy not as a spectator sport but as a civic responsibility that

demands active participation� The course aims to encourage the enthusiastic participation of the students in the political process, which is critical to strengthening our democracy in the future� The course offers a comprehensive program in the structure and function of federal, state and local government� At the same time, it calls attention to the basic values on which our political and legal systems are based and the principles that give direction to the ways in which those systems work�

United States History This course is a survey of key figures and events in our nation’s story from the colonial era to the present� There will be an emphasis on the struggle of different groups for freedom in the U�S�

United States History HonorsThis course includes the study of United States History, American Literature, and Composition� Through the blending of these three areas the students are able to immerse themselves in the history and culture of the time period being studied� Critical thinking skills are developed and practiced through analysis of historical events, literature, and composition activities� A research project is required and a study of vocabulary is included� This course is limited to juniors with an 85% or higher in previous English class� First preference is given to stu-dents who are enrolled in the Honors program�


Transfer students must complete a writing assessment before admittance to the class�

World HistoryThis course involves a survey of history dealing with the world’s early civilizations to the present� Special attention is given to the rise of Western civilizations� Themes are presented to show that from America to Asia people are more alike than they realize� Throughout history humans have confronted similar obstacles, have struggled to achieve similar goals and continually have strived to better themselves and the world around them� Students will be challenged to engage in critical thinking skill-building activities that focus on the challenges of the periods they study�

World History HonorsThis World History honors course seeks to model its format off the AP World History course model� Students will be challenged to engage in critical thinking skill-building activities that focus on the challenges of the periods they study� The course is broken up into a set of time periods, with a series of themes that allows the teacher to focus the information and a group of habits of mind that will help focus the overall teaching� The course will take a thematic approach, in which societies are looked at through the prism of themes that will help the students make connections between various societies in various periods� The course will run for two semesters�

Technology/Vocational

Computer Essentials • Project based course that introduces

the students to the fascinating world of integrated media and technologies�

• It will provide students with an opportunity to learn a smart approach to technology and media�

• This course will also provide an introduction to media design using the iPad as a launching platform�

• Students will learn basic video, audio and graphic design methods and skills that will help them in their careers at FLA and beyond�

• This course will also introduce skills in the areas of cloud computing, mobile collaboration and data management�

• And it will teach student critical thinking skills needed for a successful professional life�

• Standards: – Develop an SDA Christian approach

toward technology and its uses�

– Develop abilities in computer/mobile computer technology�

– Be able to apply ethically the knowledge and skills of media technology�

– Be able to understand history, common terms, and concepts and to utilize technological reasoning�

– Be able to manipulate data using appropriate software applications and technologies�

– Be able to communicate and work collaboratively utilizing computer technology�

– Be able to practice legal and ethical behavior in relation to technology�

Computer Science PrinciplesUsing Python® as a primary tool and incorporating multiple platforms and languages for computation, this course aims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that utilize computing,


and introduce professional tools that foster creativity and collaboration� Computer Science Principles helps students develop programming expertise and explore the workings of the Internet� Projects and problems include app development, visualization of data, cybersecurity, and simulation�

Principals of EngineeringThrough problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation� Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation�

Robotics I: Foundations of RoboticsThis course will offer the students the opportunity to explore the broad field of robotics engineering� Topics will include: The history of Robotics and Technology, Engineering Design Process, the latest technology and its implications, robot programming (C++, RobotC, C#), Artificial Intelligence, Simulation development, and more� Applications used will include: RobotC, Microsoft Visual Studio, and Unity3D�

Robotics II: Robotic DesignThis project-based course covers topics in Computer Aided Engineering and 3D printing� Students will use Autodesk Inventor to design, build and 3D print a wheeled robot and a robotic hand� Topics will include: kinematics, mechatronics, entity creation, editing, dimensioning, file management, constraints, parametric and assembly modeling, and plotting� Applications used will include: Autodesk Inventor, Blender, and Makerbot 3D

Robotics III: Programming RoboticsThis project-based course covers topics in Java programming using the Lejos API and Eclipse� Student will be able to build and program a wheeled robot and industrial robotic arm� Topics will include: software design process, Object Oriented Programming, objects, arrays, class creation, and more� Also motivated students will have the opportunity to take the Computer Science Advanced Placement Test� Applications used will include: the Lejos API and Eclipse

Robotics IV: Advanced RoboticsThis project-based course will provide the student with the opportunity to use the Arduino platform to create an original robotic device� Students will design, 3D print, build and program a robotic device of their choice� Topics covered will include: electricity, circuits, prototyping, ideation, project management, C# and more� Applications used will include: Autodesk Inventor, Arduino IDE, MS Project and Makerbot 3D

Applied RoboticsApplied robotics is varsity sports for the mind� In this course students will design, build and program and competition robot� Forest Lake Academy is a member of the FIRST Tesla Robotics League� Each year the students get to compete against other schools in a head-to-head fashion to determine who has the best robot in Central Florida� During the season the student roboticist will get the chance to use industry standard technologies as they build their robots using aircraft aluminum� Unlike in other varsity sports each student can go pro� Applications used will include: Android Studio, Autodesk Inventor, PTC Creo and Makerbot 3D and MS Project

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