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Science CurriculumRegistration Assistance
O’Fallon Township
High School
Science Curriculum Information
The O’Fallon Township High School science curriculum offers a variety of courses designed to meet the needs of all students.
Students are required to complete two years of science by the
end of their junior year.
The two required years of science must include one Life Science course and one Physical Science course.
After meeting this requirement, students are encouraged to take additional science courses.
Many OTHS science courses have prerequisites. The course prerequisites are listed after each course description.
Course Options by Student Class
Freshman• Freshmen taking their first
science course (click here)
Sophomore• Sophomores taking their first
science course (click here)
• Sophomores who have already taken a science course (click here)
Junior • Juniors who have taken one
science course (click here)
• Juniors who have taken more than one science course (click here)
Senior
• Seniors who have taken one science course (click here)
• Seniors who have taken more than one science course (click here)
FIRST-YEAR SCIENCE COURSES
Life Science Courses:
• Biology 1 • Honors Biology 1
Physical Science Courses:
• Physical/Earth Science
A first year science student is either: 1. an entering Freshman to OTHS or 2. a Sophomore student who has not yet taken a
science course
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SECOND-YEAR SCIENCE COURSES
Life Science Courses:• Biology 1• Honors Biology 1• Integrated Life Science• Environmental Science
Physical Science Courses: • Physical/Earth Science• Geology 1• Chemistry 1• Honors Chemistry 1• Physics 1• Honors Physics 1
A second year science student is any student who has successfully completed one year of science at the high school level.
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ADDITIONAL SCIENCE COURSES
Additional courses may be taken after meeting the two-year science requirement, assuming other prerequisites are met.
ADDITIONAL SCIENCE COURSES
Life Science Courses:
• Biology 1• Integrated Life Science• Environmental Science• Human Anatomy & Phy
siology• Honors Biology 2
Physical Science Courses:
• Physical/Earth Science• Geology 1• Chemistry 1• Honors Chemistry 1 • Chemistry 2• Honors Chemistry 2• Physics 1• Physics 2• Honors Physics 1• Honors Physics 2
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ADDITIONAL SCIENCE COURSES
Teacher Assistants
• Science Lab Assistant
• Science Individualized Instruction
Electronics
• I360: Fundamentals of Digital Technology• I365: Principles and Applications of Digital Technology• I460: Advanced Digital Technologies• I465: Honors Digital Technologies
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Biology 1
Course Description: One year, life science course Provide students with knowledge of introductory
biological principles Content progression from cells to simple organisms, to
more complex organisms to man Connection between living things and the environment
and the significance of concepts to human welfare Introduction to laboratory exercises that reinforce
concepts and stimulate interest
Biology 1
Course Prerequisites:None
Biology 1
Course Highlights: Water Purification Lab Insect/Leaf Collection – Rock Springs Park Bacteria Cleaner Lab Earthworm, Squid, and Shark Dissections Arthropod Anatomy Lab Invertebrate Zoo Project
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Chemistry 1
Course Description: One year, physical science course Strong mathematics background is critical to student
success Highly recommended for college bound students Structured to reinforce and enhance students’ problem
solving, critical thinking, science reasoning, and lab skills Content deals with the study of matter, its forms, and
changes. Areas covered include: matter, atomic structures,
equations, mass relationships, solution chemistry and qualitative analysis
Chemistry 1
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a first year life science course
ANDAdvanced Algebra I with a C or better OR
Algebra 1 with an A OR instructor consent
Chemistry 1
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant
laboratory time Second semester final exam is a lab practical You get to see, first hand, lecture and theory
vs. reality through lab activities Improve your math grade by cross-curricular
reinforcement Gas bubbles of fiery doom, sugar monsters,
and hydrogen combustion explosions
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Chemistry 2
Course Description: One year, physical science course Continuation of first year chemistry with
emphasis on solution chemistry, gas laws, acid-base chemistry, organic chemistry, forensic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, thermal chemistry, and qualitative analysis
Significant class time is spent performing lab activities to reinforce topics
Requires strong mathematics background
Chemistry 2
Course Prerequisites:
Chemistry 1 with a C or better
ORChemistry 1 teacher consent
Chemistry 2
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant laboratory
time Extensive forensic study including: evidence, crime
scene, fingerprinting, hair analysis, fiber analysis, blood analysis, document analysis, toxicology, crime scene mysteries
Expanded qualitative analysis unit Ten test tube “mystery” final exam Quantitative and qualitative labs reinforce teamwork,
critical analysis, and scientific reasoning
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Environmental Science
Course Description: One year, life science course Introduction to the interrelationship of man and
his natural environment; explore the significance of balancing biodiversity and sustainability
topics include: renewable vs. nonrenewable resources, biomes, field ecology, environmental issues, and interactions between living and non-living factors of ecosystems
calculation, evaluation, use of basic statistics, and proper use of the scientific method are emphasized throughout the course
Environmental Science
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a first year physical science course
ANDSuccessful completion of a first year math
class
Environmental Science
Course Highlights:labs for reinforcement of conceptshands-on field workvisiting guest speakersfield trip to Giant City State Park and
Touch of Naturefield trip to an eco-friendly subdivision
and natural watershed area
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Geology 1
Course Description: One year, physical science course Emphasis on earth’s materials, processes, and
history Hands-on, laboratory course for students that
enjoy learning through personal engagement Areas covered include: rocks and minerals,
maps, geologic history, volcanoes, earthquakes, plate tectonics, mountain building and groundwater
Geology 1
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a first year life science course
ANDSophomore or above
Geology 1
Course Highlights: Significant laboratory work with rock and
mineral specimens Field studies in Illinois Caverns and the
Missouri Ozarks Direct application of classroom materials to
surrounding environment Lecture is reinforced and developed through
lab-based activities
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Geology 2
Course Description: One year, physical science course In depth studies of mountains, oceans, soil,
sand, groundwater, historical geology Cross curriculum project studies of the Seven
Summits, Grand Canyon, Hawaii Designed to prepare students for college
studies in the earth sciences
Geology 2
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Geology I
Geology 2
Course Highlights:Field studies on the Great River Road
and Shawnee National ForestField studies on school groundsApplication of material to real life
surroundingsProject based curriculumAlternative assessment options
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Honors Biology 1
Course Description One year, life science course Structured to enforce and enhance students’ problem
solving ,critical thinking , science reasoning , and laboratory skills
Highly recommended for college bound students Vocabulary and reading skills are essential for student
success Areas covered include: cellular structures/functions, cell
division, human genetics, invertebrate/vertebrate anatomical study, plant/animal classification, microbiology, and plant biology
Honors Biology 1
Course Prerequisites:
Invitation only based on:Science placement test
ANDTeacher recommendation
Honors Biology1
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant laboratory
time Many individual and group activities all designed to
stimulate student interest and promote learning of key concepts
Dissections of various organisms including earthworms, squid, crayfish, spider, grasshopper, starfish, and shark
Use chemical indicators to test for various organic compounds
Improve your vocabulary using and understanding biological and medical terminology
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Honors Biology 2
Course Description One year, college-level, life science course Elective enrollment for credit at Saint Louis University through the 1818
Dual Credit Program Class intended for the advanced junior or senior student with strong
study skills Highly recommended for students interested in any biology field major in
college Prepares students to take the Advanced Placement exam to earn college
credit Course stresses biological content, critical thinking, science reasoning,
and use of scientific literature Labs are college-level to reinforce lecture concepts, lab skills, and
analytical thinking Content covers molecular, cellular, genetics, ecology, evolution, zoology,
and botany branches of biology
Honors Biology 2
Course Prerequisites:
Completion of Chemistry 1 OR Honors Chemistry 1 with a C or better
ANDCompletion of Biology 1 with an A OR Honors Biology 1 with a B or better
Honors Biology 2
Course Highlights: Earn college credits during high school Build skills necessary for success in all college
courses Advanced lab experiences that reinforce and support
classroom lecture Field trip to Shaw Nature Reserve for field work Some labs include: cat dissection, fruit fly genetic
crosses, restriction digest and gel electrophoresis of DNA, genetic engineering of bacteria, enzyme catalysis, dissolved oxygen content
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Honors Chemistry 1
Course Description: One year, physical science course Covers all Chemistry 1 topics and lab work at a more rapid pace
with more difficult assignments. These topics include: data analysis, matter, atoms, electrons, moles, periodic table, bonding, naming, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solutions, & qualitative analysis
Additional topics, not covered in Chemistry 1, include: gas laws, acid-base chemistry, and expanded study of solutions
Requires greater depth in problem solving ability and higher level of math background than Chemistry 1
Significant class time is spent performing lab activities designed to reinforce concepts, promote critical thinking, and improve scientific reasoning
Honors Chemistry 1
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a first year life science course
ANDHonors Algebra 1 or Honors
Geometry with a B or better
Honors Chemistry 1
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant laboratory
time Second semester final exam is a qualitative analysis /
titration lab first hand exposure to lecture and theory vs. reality
through lab activities Improve your math grade by cross-curricular
reinforcement Gas bubbles of fiery doom, sugar monsters, and
hydrogen combustion explosions
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Honors Chemistry 2
Course Description: Designed to challenge students possessing exceptional
abilities in science and math by increasing their problem solving and critical thinking skills necessary for success in college chemistry
Elective enrollment for up to eight semester hours of credit at Saint Louis University through the 1818 Dual Credit Program
Areas covered include: review of first year topics, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, coordination chemistry, and electrochemistry
Nearly one third of the course time is lab based
Honors Chemistry 2
Course Prerequisites:
Honors Chemistry 1 with a B or better
OR Chemistry 1 with an A and teacher
consent
Honors Chemistry 2
Course Highlights: Develop an understanding of and an appreciation for
the connections of chemistry with other disciplines and with everyday experiences
First semester lab work emphasizes quantitative analysis, titration methods, and percent by mass
Second semester lab work emphasizes qualitative analysis identification of unknowns
Course provides supplemental background for Advanced Placement Chemistry Examination
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Honors Physics 1
Course Description: One year, physical science course Strong mathematics background is critical to student
success Highly recommended for college bound students Structured to reinforce and enhance students’ problem
solving, critical thinking, science reasoning, and lab skills Content deals with the study of Kinematics,
Thermodynamics, and Electromagnetism. Areas covered include: motion, energy, momentum,
rotation, heat, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism.
Honors Physics 1
Course Prerequisites:
Must have taken or be concurrently enrolled in Honors Algebra 2 or Trigonometry
ANDSuccessful completion of a first-year
life science course
Honors Physics 1
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant laboratory
time Second semester project involving the design and
construction of an electric motor tested in races You get to see, first hand, lecture and theory vs. reality
through lab activities Improve your math grade by cross-curricular
reinforcement Dynamic demonstrations involving swinging bowling
balls, sparking capacitors and magnetic levitation
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Honors Physics 2Course Description: One year, physical science course Elective enrollment credit at Saint Louis University through the 1818
Dual Credit Program Strong mathematics background is critical to student success Highly recommended for college bound students Structured to reinforce and enhance students’ problem solving,
critical thinking, science reasoning, and lab skills Content deals with the study of waves, fluids, nuclear structure,
optics and robotics Areas covered include: statics, fluid dynamics, gravitational forces,
nuclear theory, fission, fusion geometric optics, wave optics, AC circuits and robot construction
Honors Physics 2
Course Prerequisites:
Must received at least a B in Physics 1 or Honors Physics 1 AND Instructor consent
Honors Physics 2
Course Highlights: Class lecture is coupled with significant laboratory
time Second semester project involving the design and
construction of a robot for use in a national robotics competition
You get to see, first hand, lecture and theory vs. reality through lab activities
Improve your math grade by cross-curricular reinforcement
Several hands on projects including: the designing of an atomic bomb, building a telescope, involvement in an engineering design competition, and building a spectrometer
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Human Anatomy & Physiology
Course Description: One year, life science course Content covers structure of normal and abnormal
functioning human body systems, genetic disorders, cancer, immunology, and bacteriology
Course is of interest to all students interested in the human body, good health, and diseases
Strongly recommended for students considering a career in any branch of medicine
Structured to stress medical vocabulary, student problem solving skills, and critical thinking skills
Significant lab component
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Course Prerequisites:
Completion of Biology 1 with a B or better
OR Completion of Honors Biology 1 with a C or
better
OR Biology 1 teacher recommendation
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Course Highlights: Spring Field Trip to view a Human Cadaver Dissections include fetal pig, sheep brain, cow
eyeball, and chicken wing Labs that supplement lecture, model medical
testing methods, organ functioning, or physiological processes
Student “medical teams” diagnose patient disorders based on medical tests/symptoms
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I360: Fundamentals of Digital Technology
Course Description: 1 Semester, 1/2 credit Open to juniors and seniors This course provides learning activities related
to testing, maintenance, and repair of components in digital and analog electronic circuits and systems found in radio, televisions, DVD/VCR players, and computers
The course examines the principles of diodes, transistors, and digital logic circuits including AND, OR, NOT logic
I360: Fundamentals of Digital Technology
Prerequisite:• Completion of Introduction to
Electricity/Electronic Technology
OR • Algebra 1 with a grade of "C" or better
OR• Instructor Consent
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I365: Principles and Applications of Digital Technology
Course Description: 1 Semester, 1/2 credit Open to juniors and seniors This course provides the student with the
knowledge and skills in the area of digital applications such as memory devices.
It also examines the architecture and programming techniques of a microprocessor (the CPU in a computer).
I365: Principles and Applications of Digital Technology
Prerequisite:
Completion of Fundamentals of Digital Technology
ORInstructor Consent
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I460: Advanced Digital Technologies
Course Description: 1 Semester 1/2 credit Open to juniors and seniors This course provides learning activities that are related
to various digital and microprocessor applications, including fundamental machine coding from the instruction set of a microprocessor to perform a particular function/application on a robot platform.
Students will also learn Computer Design and Networking fundamentals.
I460: Advanced Digital Technologies
Prerequisite:
Completion of Principles & Applications of Digital Technology
OR Instructor Consent
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I465: Honors Digital Technologies
Course Description: 1 Semester 1/2 credit Open to seniors This course offers more advanced digital and
microprocessor applications including digital to analog interfacing, applicable to programming, and controlling a robot using the ‘C’ programming format.
In addition the student will be introduced to automated systems and industrial instrumentation.
I465: Honors Digital Technologies
Prerequisite:
Completion of Advanced Digital Technologies
OR Instructor Consent
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Integrated Life Science
Course Description: One year, life science course Hands-on lab intensive course Topics include human senses, fitness and
nutrition, genetics, classification, ecology, kingdoms of fungi & plants
Designed to reinforce and enhance students’ problem solving, critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and lab skills needed for future success
Integrated Life Science
Course Prerequisites:
Successful completion of a first year physical science course
Integrated Life Science
Course Highlights: significant laboratory time Evaluation/improvement through a student-designed
health and exercise program Extensively explore a specific student-selected
ecosystem and the roles & interactions of both the living and non-living factors within that ecosystem
Course includes three fieldtrips (in-house guest speaker, SLUE 3-D cadaver demonstration, and Missouri Botanical Gardens)
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Physical Earth Science
Course Description: One year, physical science course Designed to give students knowledge of and
appreciation for the fundamental physical properties and workings of the earth, moon, solar system, and universe
Students are provided with the opportunity of inquiry based laboratory exercises that correspond to lecture material
Areas covered include: Methods of science, matter, motion, energy, earth processes, electromagnetic radiation, atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, solar system, origin of the universe, and stellar evolution
Physical Earth Science
Course Prerequisites:None
Physical Earth Science
Course Highlights: Lecture is coupled with hands on laboratory
activities Students will further develop scientific
graphing skills Students will acquire dimensional analysis
skills Students will develop note taking skills from
lecture and discussions
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Physics 1
Course Description: One year, physical science course Strong mathematical background is needed; critical
thinking skills will be developed Taught as a college level course; great for college prep Course investigates the behavior of natural
phenomena such as motion, force, electricity, and magnetism
Physics 1 has a large hands-on component; labs and projects constitute a significant portion of the class
Physics 1
Course Prerequisites:
One year of life science
ANDSuccessful completion of or concurrent
enrollment in Advanced Algebra II
Physics 1
Course Highlights: Introduction to a variety of new scientific equipment and tools A large portion of class time is spent in hands on demonstrations
and lab experiences. Preparation for college by the application of prior mathematics
knowledge to real world situations in observing motion, heat, energy, electricity, magnetism.
Gain an understanding of theoretical concepts as well as lots of common knowledge. Want to know how batteries, lightning, plasma screen TV’s, and touch screens work? Want to know why you can’t jump out of a moving elevator before it crashes to the ground (like in the cartoons!)? Take Physics!!
Labs are “non-cookbook”. You will learn by doing, investigating, and exploring
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Physics 2
Course Description: One year, physical science course Strong mathematical background is needed; critical
thinking skills will continue to be developed Taught as a college level course; great for college prep Course continues the study began in Physics 1 Students will study statics, fluids behavior, nuclear
physics, waves, light and sound, astronomy, and AC circuits
Physics 2 has a large hands-on component; labs and projects constitute a significant portion of the class
Physics 2
Course Prerequisites:
Completion of Physics 1
OR Completion of Honors Physics 1
AND Completion of Advanced Algebra II (or
higher math course)
Physics 2
Course Highlights: Students will be introduced to a variety of new scientific
equipment and tools A large portion of class time is spent in hands on demonstrations
and lab experiences Physics prepares the student for college by the application of
prior mathematics knowledge to real world situations in observing fluids, waves, light and sound, and AC circuits
Gain an understanding of theoretical concepts as well as lots of common knowledge. Want to know how airplanes fly, how musical instruments work, how bridges and building stand up, and how microscopes and telescopes work? Take Physics 2!!
Labs are “non-cookbook”. You will learn by doing, investigating, and exploring
Students will complete significant projects involving airplanes and aviation, rocketry, and astronomy
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Science Lab Assistant
Course Description: 1 Semester, 1/4 credit per semester Open to juniors and seniors 2 Semester Limit No more than two laboratory assistants will be
assigned to any science teacher during a given period. Student laboratory assistants will be required to aid
the teacher in preparation for instruction in the classroom and to
assist the teacher in the preparation, organization, maintenance, distribution, and storage of laboratory materials and equipment.
Note: In order for a student to be a Lab Assistant, it must be their sixth class.
Science Lab Assistant
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of advanced-level
course works in the field of science in which the student will assist
AND Written consent from the instructor who
they will assist
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Science Individualized Instruction
Course Description: 1 Semester 1/2 credit per semester Open to juniors and seniors 2 Semester Limit No more than one individualized instruction student will be assigned to any
science instructor during a given semester. Students will be required to select a topic for scientific study and research. Laboratory work MUST be a component of the study. The assigned science instructor must approve the topic and project for research
during the first four weeks of the semester. A written contract, specifying work to be completed and criteria for grading, must
be signed by both student and instructor, and submitted to the department chairperson for filing.
At the end of the semester the student must submit a written report to the instructor summarizing conclusions reached through their research.
After grading, a copy of this report will be placed on file with the department chairperson and will be available for perusal by any member of the science department faculty.
Science Individualized Instruction
Prerequisite:
Completion of advanced-level course work in the field of science in which the student will work
ANDWritten consent from the instructor who will
oversee the work and assign a grade
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