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SCIENCE ADVANCED PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE [7969] CC Placement: 12 Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13002100 Note: Meets the requirement for the fourth science credit. This course provides a way of learning about the natural world. Students should know how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. Students will conduct field experiments, laboratory investigations, or approved supervised experience programs using safe, environmentally appropriate, and ethical practices. AQUATIC SCIENCE [4702] Placement: 11-12 Prerequisite: 1 unit of science Credits: 1 PEIMS: 03030000 The student will study the environments, including the geology and chemical components of fresh, brackish and marine water. They will study the methods of aquatic research. Included in the course will be the animals, plants, and man’s relationship to these environments. ASTRONOMY [4706] Placement: 11-12 Prerequisite: 1 unit of science Credits: 1 PEIMS: 03060100 Astronomy is a laboratory course allowing the student to gain knowledge and background in astronomical motion, observing and organizing astronomical information graphically, modeling and analyzing astronomical hypotheses. Emphasis is placed on everyday life and career implications. Earth and Space Science [4720] Placement: 11-12 Prerequisite: 1 unit of science Credits: 1 PEIMS: 03060200 Earth and Space Science is a capstone course designed to build on students’ prior scientific and academic knowledge and skills to develop understanding of Earth’s system in space and time. Students conduct classroom, laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving skills. PRINCIPLES OF TECHNOLOGY [7884] Placement: 10-12 Prerequisite: 1 Science Credit and Algebra I Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13031700 This course will encompass an approach to understanding mechanical fluid, electrical and thermal systems; the laws of motion and force; and the concepts of resistance, energy transformation in relation to technology. SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DESIGN I [7871] Placement: 11-12 Prerequisite: 1 unit of high school science Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13037200 Students will use projects to learn about the natural world through questioning, observing and drawing conclusions. Students design remotely operated vehicles. They develop critical thinking, problem-solving, testing and analysis skills. FOOD SCIENCE [7958] Placement: 11-12 Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13023000 Note: Meets the requirement for the fourth science credit. This laboratory course provides foundation training in food science and technology. Food science principles, nutrition and wellness; food technology; world food supply, managing multiple family, community and wage-earner roles and career options are explored. Food Science is the study of the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public. The course focuses on chemical and physical changes affecting food product development, food safety and sanitation standards and therapeutic diets. Market research, legal and current issues and food policies are examined through laboratory activities. FORENSIC SCIENCE [7964] Placement: 12 Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13029500 Note: Meets the requirement for the fourth science requirement. This course uses a structured and scientific approach to the investigation of crimes of assault, abuse and neglect, domestic violence, accidental death, homicide, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, questioning, interviewing, criminal behavior characteristics, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprint analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the history, legal aspects, and career options for forensic science. ENGINEERING DESIGN AND PROBLEM SOLVING [7967] Placement: 11-12 Credits: 1 PEIMS: 13037300 Note: Meets the requirement for the fourth science requirement. This course reinforces and integrates skills learned in math and science course to solve problems with real world applications. Students use the engineering design process cycle to investigate, design, plan, create, and evaluate solutions. TAKS Accelerated Science [4830] Placement: 11-12 Prerequisite: Administrative Screening Credit: 1 PEIMS: 84800SCI Note: *This course only earns a local credit. This course is designed for students who do not achieve mastery on the TAKS. All instructional emphasis will be on fine tuning those skills that are essential for achieving success on TAKS. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Shoemaker High School Subject – Placement – Credits Aerospace Engineering [7551] 10-12 1 Biotechnical Engineering [7550] 10-12 1 Honors Digital Electronics [5203] 9-12 1 Honors Introduction to Engineering Design [5202] 9-12 1 Honors Computer Integrated Manufacturing [6501] 10-12 1 Honors Prin. of Engineering [6502] 9-12 1 Honors Engineering Design and Development [6521] 9-12 1 Honors Civil Engineering and Architecture [6520] 9-12 1 Note: These courses are National Certified Project Lead the Way courses. Under normal circumstances, selected students outside the Shoemaker High School attendance zone will be awarded transfer to SHS. Transportation will be the parent’s/ guardian’s responsibility. AEROSPACE ENGINEERING [7551] Placement: 10-12 Prerequisite: IED, DE OR POE Cred its: 1 PEIMS: N1303745 Through hands-on engineering projects developed with NASA, students learn about aerodynamics, astronautics, space-life sciences, and systems engineering (which includes the study of intelligent vehicles like the Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity). BIOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING [7550] Placement: 10-12 Prerequisite: IED, DE, POE Credits: 1 PEIMS: N1303746 Note: May be substituted with Advanced Biotechnology [7968]. Relevant projects from the diverse fields of bio-technology, bio-engineering, bio-medical engineering, and bio-molecular engineering enable students to apply and concurrently develop secondary-level knowledge and skills in biology, physics, technology and mathematics. 28 Killeen ISD 2013-2014 Course Selection Guide
HONORS DIGITAL ELECTRONICS [5203] Placement: 9-12 Prerequisite: Concurrent/completion of Algebra I or any college prep math Credit: 1 PEIMS: N1303744 Digital Electronics is a course of study in digital logic. Students will study the application of electronic logic to the solution of problems. Using Electronics Workbench (EWB), the industry standard, students will test and analyze simple and complex digital circuitry. Students will design circuits, using EWB, export their designs to a printed circuit auto routing program that generates printed circuit boards and construct the design using chips and other components. HONORS INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN [5202] Placement: 9-12 Prerequisite: Concurrent/Completion of Algebra I or any college prep math Credit: 1 PEIMS: N1303742 Introduction to Engineering Design is an introductory course, which develops student problem solving skills, with emphasis placed upon the concept of developing a 3-D model or solid rendering of an object. Students focus on the application of visualization processes and tools provided by modern, state-of-the-art computer hardware and software. (AutoCAD with Mechanical Desktop). The course will emphasize the design development process of a product and how a model of that product is produced, analyzed and evaluated, using a Computer Aided Design System. Various design applications will be explored with discussion of possible career opportunities. HONORS COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING [6501] Placement: 10-12 Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design Credits: 1 PEIMS: N1303748 This course builds upon the computer solid modeling design skills acquired in the Introduction to Engineering Design course. Students will be presented with design problems that require the use of Mechanical Desktop to develop solutions to the problems. They will evaluate the solutions using mass property analysis (the study of the relationship among the design, function, and materials used), make appropriate modifications, and use rapid prototyping equipment to produce threedimensional models of the solutions. Students will be expected to communicate the process and results of their work through oral and written reports. HONORS PRIN. OF ENGINEERING [6502] Placement: 9-12 Prerequisites: None Credits: 1 PEIMS: N1303743 This course will enable students to understand the field of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes will help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. The course will be taught from a practical “hand on” perspective. This concerns about the social an political consequences of technological change. HONORS ENGINEERING DESIGN and DEVELOPMENT [6521] Placement: 9-12 Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design or Principles of Engineering Design or Digital Electronics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing or Civil Engineering and Architecture and Concurrent Enrollment in College Preparatory Math Credits: 1 PEIMS: N1303749 Note: May be substituted with Engineering Design and Problem Solving [7967]. The purpose of this course is to equip students with the skills that they will need in postsecondary education and careers in engineering. Specifically, the students work in teams to design and build solutions to authentic engineering problems. An engineer from the school’s partnership team mentors each student team. Students are required to keep daily journals of notes, sketches, mathematical calculations, and scientific research. Student teams are required to make progress reports to their peers, mentor and instructor. At the end of the course, the student teams present their research paper and defend their projects to a panel of engineers, business leaders, and engineering college educators. HONORS CIVIL ENGINEERING and ARCHITECTURE [6520] Placement: 9-12 Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design Credits: 1 PEIMS: N1303747 The major focus of the Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) course is a long-term project that involves the development of a local property site. The course is correlated to National Math, English, Science and Technology Standards. Students apply these Math, English, Science and Technology concepts as they learn about the major aspects of Civil Engineering and Architecture. Student learning in Civil Engineering and Architecture is then applied to the design and development of a local property site. The course provides freedom to the teacher and students to develop the property as a simulation and to model the real-world experiences of civil engineers and architects when developing property and designing a building. Social Studies Note: All Advanced Placement courses must be approved by the College Board. Please see your guidance counselor about availability at your school. Subject – Placement – Credits World Geography [5301] 9-12 1 Pre-AP World Geography [5322] 9-12 1 World History [5304] 9-12 1 Pre-AP World History [5327] 9-12 1 TAG Humanities [5323] 9-12 1 TAG Humanities [5333] 10-12 1 United States History [5303] 11-12 1 Pre-AP United States History [5336] 11-12 1 AP United States History [5311] 11-12 1 TAG Humanities [5338] 11-12 1 AP European History [5312] 10-12 1 Economics of the Free Enterprise System [5300] 12 1/2 Pre-AP Economics of the Free Enterprise System [5341] 12 1/2 AP Microeconomics [5307] 12 1/2 AP Macroeconomics [5308] 12 1/2 United States Government [5302] 12 1/2 Pre-AP U.S. Government [5346] 12 1/2 AP Government and Politics: United States [5309] 12 1/2 Sociology [5306] 10-12 1/2 Psychology [5305] 10-12 1/2 AP Psychology [5313] 11-12 1/2 US Government [5347] (See Dual Enrollment) 11-12 1/2 Economics of Free Enterprise [5342] (See Dual Enrollment) 11-12 1/2 AP World History [5315] 10-12 1 AP Human Geography [5314] 10-12 1 Honors Social Studies Advanced Studies I [5421] 12 1/2 Honors Social Studies Advanced Studies II [5422] 12 1/2 Social Studies Advanced Studies International Relations (IR) [5363/5364] 9-12 1 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY / SOCIAL STUDIES International Ambassadors [9025] 9-11 1/2 Accelerated Social Studies [5454] 11-12 1 Killeen ISD 2013-2014 Course Selection Guide 29
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