4.3. VALIDACIÓN (COMPROBACIÓN DE HIPÓTESIS)
4.4.2 Procedimiento del cálculo de la hipótesis
Possible science pathways could be, but are not limited to...
Grade 8 Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Science 8 Living Environment Earth Science Regents Chemistry or Elective*
Regents Physics
Living Environment Earth Science Chemistry or Chemistry Honors Physics or Elective* Elective*
The student may take the course listed or any elective as long as the student has the necessary prerequisite. consult the course offering booklet.
Three units of science are required of all students for graduation as follows:
• 1coursebasedontheLivingEnvi- ronment Core
• 1coursebasedonthePhysicalSet- ting Core (earth science, chemistry, physics)
• StudentmustpassoneRegents examination for a Regents Diploma or two Regents exams (one from the Living Environment and one from the Physical Setting) for an Advanced Regents Diploma .
• The third yearofsciencemust bebased on the NYS math/ science/technology standards
Completion of required laboratory experi- ments and activities, including submis- sion of acceptable written reports of all experiments and activities, is mandated for admission to Regents exams in science .
306 physical Setting Earth Science R Grades 9-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Enrollment in or completion of high school math course.
An in-depth study of the earth, the con- structive and destructive forces shaping it, including mountain building, earthquakes, vulcanism, sea floor spreading, erosion weathering, and rock formation . Other topics include astronomy, oceanography and me- teorology . Lab activities include map work, study of land forms, identification of rock and minerals and forces in space .
308 Environmental Studies/ Earth Science
Grades 10-12 1 credit
310LivingEnvironment: Biology Honors
Grades 9-12 1 credit
An advanced study of living systems, including extended topics in biochemistry, human physiology, embryonic
development, genetics and ecology . 312 Living Environment: Biology Grades 9-12 1 credit
A study of the organization and maintenance of living things, reproduction and develop- ment, the human body and evolution . Labs include work with microscope, dissection material and various living systems .
312.9 ELLLiving Environment Biology
Grade 9 1 credit
This course continues to work and support foreign English language learners (ELLs) who are expected to pass the Living Envi- ronment Regents exam. The ELLs in this class will be taught using ESL methodolo- gies and learning strategies. The course involves study of the organization and maintenance of living things, reproduction and development, the human body and evolution. Labs include work with microscope, dissection material and various living systems.
315 Chemistry Honors Grades 10-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Mastery completion of Algebra and two regents science courses (85% or above average)
312.5 Living Environment Foundations
Grades 11-12
This course is designed to give additional support to students who have not initially passed their Living Environment Regents exam. The course will offer a smaller class size, emphasis on content through skills development, and test awareness. This course is available to eligible students in either the fall or spring semesters. Students who successfully pass the Living Environment Regents exam within a semester will not be required to continue with this course. Prerequisites as listed for science courses
are to be interpreted as the minimum background required for success in a given course, and any deviation must be within a recommendation from the student's counselor or principal.
This course will help prepare students interested in entering a two- or four-year college program majoring in an
environmental science-related profession. Students will focus on earth science concepts themed and infused with
environmental issues. This course is a study of local and global environmental isues. An analysis of the scientific and societal implications of such environmental issues as pollution, food and people, environment and careers, opulation dynamics and
environmental health will be correlated in the context of current events. This course does not end in a Regents exam. It can be used to meet the Physical Setting requirement and has a local final exam.
Chemistry Honors extended is an enriched course in chemistry offering intensive laboratory activities, expanded concepts and in-depth curriculum. The coursework is quantitative, geared toward preparation of the SAT II in chemistry and fast-paced. Students will take both the Regents exam in chemistry and a local final exam.
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approach that integrates multiple academic disciplines . Through student-centered classroom activities participants will develop skills in observation, data collec- tion and documentation, analysis, critical thinking, communication, creative writing and the application of technology as they become detectives who evaluate crime scene evidence . Students will build upon prior skills and knowledge as they engage in cooperative learning activities . The fol- lowing topics will be explored:
Introduction to forensic science,
fingerprints, fiber and hair analysis, blood spatter and typing, DNA evidence, toxicology, anthropology, entomology, accelerants andfirearm analysis . Topics may be modified as students express their interests. The course is designed to meet the needs of all levels of student learners; however, commitment to the academic process should be stressed before a student chooses to participate . Students will be required to develop a portfolio that demonstrates their mastery of the topics. Emphasis will be placed upon hands-on activities.
The course will culminate in a final exam centered upon a fabricated crime scene investigation. This final assessment will require students to work in collaborative teams as they apply what they have learned to complete an accurate
assessment of a crime scene. In addition to the portfolio and final crime scene investi- gation, student assessment throughout the
help students fulfill their thirdyear science requirements .A lab fee is required for this course .
318 Core Physical Setting: Chemistry
Grades 10-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Successful completion of Living Environment and regents exam
332 physical Setting physics Grades 10-12 1 credit
PrEREQ: Successful completion of 2 regents science courses and Algebra 1.
324 AP Biology Grades 11-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Living Environment: Biology (312)
and Physical Setting: chemistry (316)
327 AP Environmental Science
PrErEQ: Living Environment, Earth Science,
AP Environmental Science is designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science that includes a laboratory and field investigation component . Emphasis is placed on the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.
326 ApChemistry (offered odd years only)
Grades 11-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Successful completion of Algebra I and Living Environment: Biology and Physi- cal Setting: chemistry
A first-yearcollegechemistrycoursestressing suchareasasatomicstructure,molecular geometry, acid base theoryand
thermodynamics .Prerequisitesmaybewaived ifhighmathandscienceability are
demonstrated .Thiscoursemaybetakenfor jointRegentsandAPcredit .Thiscoursehasa labcomponentscheduledwiththisclass . This course is based on the Physical
Setting: Chemistry Core . Students are exposed to basic/introductory concepts of chemistry . This course covers topics in basic atomic structure, acids/bases, formula and equation reading and writing, organic chemistry, metric system, math for chemistry, elements and the periodic table . Lab is included in class activities . This course is designed to assist students in meeting graduation requirements. This course does not end in a Regents exam. It can be used to meet the physical setting requirement. This course has a local final exam.
336 Introduction to Forensic Science
This course was developed based upon the growing public fascination with the science of forensics . It offers an eclectic
course will include quizzes, tests, projects, presentations, organizational management, laboratory skills, collaborative engagement and the use of technology . This course can
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316 Physical Setting Chemistry Grades10-12 1 credit
PREREQ: Science course, mastery and completion of Algebra and one Regents exam.
An in-depth study of the atom, its structure, bonds that link atoms together to form molecules, chemical reactions in natural and man-made processes and the transfer of energy. In lab, the dynamics of chemical reactions will be studied to understand energy relationships. Data collection, analysis and a firm
understanding of the scientific proces are integral segments of the lab.
This course is an in-depth study of the fundamental concepts of motion, sound, light, electronics and atomic theory. In the required lab, concepts from the physics class are verified by the students using equipment relative to the scientific process.
A course of study with a focus in the areas of cytology, biochemistry, molecular genetics, and selected physiological systems . Evolu- tion at the different levels of organization is the unifying concept . Some independent study is required and a strong interest in Living Environment: Biology is essential . Prerequisites may be waived in the event of strong student interest coupled with evidence of strong academic performance . Laboratory will be conducted on alternate days .
324.3 IB Biology- Higher Level This two-year biology course covers the standard AP Biology topics in the first year . In addition, an extra period every four days allows students to go into greater depth on each topic . IB Biology also requires students to experience a great amount of laboratory work, much of which is independent and original. The AP final exam is required in May of this first year. The second year of the course consists of a half-year each of the following topics: evolution, neurobiology and behavior, applied plant and animal science, ecology and conservation or further human physiology. Topics are selected by the instructor. Each topic will be covered at an advanced level, with emphasis on laboratory experiences. Extensive laboratory reports are required. The IB final exam will be taken at the end of the school year.
IB Biology students also are required to participate in a collaborative
interdisciplinary project to explore a topic in depth. They will begin planning the project in May and June of their junior year and it will be due senior year. Enrolled students also must write a 4,000- word essay on a selected topic that is due in February of senior year.
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330 Med. Tech: Introduction to Medical Science
Mandatory additional lab component Grades 11-12 1 credit
PREREQ: Successful completion of Living Environment and must have passed the Regents exam and successfully completed a Physical Setting course.
This course will help prepare students interested in entering a 2- or 4 year college program majoring in a health or medical related profession . Whether interested in being a paramedic, pharmacist, nurse, or doc- tor this course will introduce students to the fast-paced world of medicine and its many branches . Topics include pharmacy, radi- ology (X-ray, MRI, CT scan, ultrasound), hematology, microbiology, physical therapy, dermatology (wound classification, care, suturing techniques), respiratory therapy, etc. Students learn to read and write using medi- cal terminology. The course is lab intensive - designed to simulate a real life medical environment. This course can be used to meet the third year science requirement for the Regents or Advanced Regents Diploma. The course ends in a local final examination.
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328 AP Physics Grades 11-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Successful completion of Living Environment: Biology and Physical Setting: Physics and completion of Precalculus. An advanced math-based course on the col- lege level stressing mechanics . High math ability is a must . Calculus as a prerequisite or co-requisite is recommended . Laboratory will be conducted after school one class period per week .
334 Introduction To Nanoscale Science And Engineering
PrErEQ: Students must have passed Living Environment.
Developed in collaboration with the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering at the University at Albany, this course introduces students to nanoscience, the study of atoms, molecules, and objects whose size is on the nanometer scale (1-100 nanometers) . Based on the introductory concepts of chemistry and physics, students will explore nanoscience, nanotechnology, and how this emerging field is critical to innovation in the 21st century . Classroom experiences will be enriched through guest lecturers from UAlbany and visits to the UAlbany Nanoscience facility . This course is designed to assist students in meeting the minimum graduation require- ment for science and cannot be used towards receiving an Advanced Regents Diploma .
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335 Advanced Nanoscale Scienceand Engineering Grades: 11, 12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Students must have passed re- gents Science courses in Living Environment, chemistry, Physics, and all related regents examinations. *Students may take the course concurrently with regents Physics.
Developed in collaboration with the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering at the University at Albany, this is an advanced col- lege preparatory course that explores appli- cations of nanoscale science and engineer- ing . The ability to fabricate, characterize and utilize material structures on the nanometer scale has had and will continue to have a direct impact on developments in physics, chemistry and biology . Practical applica- tions of nanotechnology have revolutionized bioengineering, electronics, manufacturing engineering, medicine, transportation and space exploration . Students will be intro- duced to basic concepts, techniques and tools that are central to this rapidly developing field . Students should have a thorough understanding of basic physical, chemical and biological laws and principles in order to understand how these concepts behave at the nanoscale level . This course has a mandatory lab component, and stu- dents will experience the fabrication labs at the UAlbany College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering .
337 Anatomy and physiology Grades 11-12 1 credit
PrErEQ: Student must have passed both the Living Environment course and the regents examination and the Physical Setting/chem- istry regents course.
328.4 IB Physics- Standard Level
The IB Physics Standard Level course is a survey course that presents a view of physics from both a historical and a mod- ern perspective . Emphasis is placed on the use of mathematical analysis and scientific inquiry to investigate the mysteries of natural phenomena .
The IB Physics course will aim to: 1) provide opportunities for scientific
ill study and creativity that w stimulate and challenge students 2)
provide a body of knowledge, meth- ods and techniques that characterize science and technology
3) develop an ability to analyze, evaluate and synthesize scientific information
4) encourage an appreciation for the importance of collaboration and com- munication during scientific activities 5) develop and apply students’ infor-
mation technology skills in the study of science .
This science elective is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in medicine, nursing, physiotherapy and health-related fields. Students begin by mastering the terminology and memorizing a substantial core of basic concepts related to the sructure and function of the human body. In the process, they are also provided with a mental framework for organizing new information, the ability to access additional information when needed by referring to relevant print or electronic data sources and the understanding of how to apply their knowlede to solve particular problems. Assessments include tests, practicals, labs, quizzes, homework assignments and a final quarter project or final exam. Students must have passed both the Living Environment and Physical Setting/Chemistry classes and Regents exams.
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326.4 IB Chemistry Standard Level (offered odd years only )
Grades 11-12 1 Credit
(PREREQ: Successful completion of Geometry, Algebra 2 and Trigonometry and Physical Setting: Chemistry)
In addition, students should have completed as a co-requisite IB Math SL1 and the first year of IB Biology HL). This is a rigorous, extended first-year college chemistry course (2 college semesters) stressing atomic structure, molecular geometry, thermodynamics, kinetics and equilibrium, acid base theory,
thermodynamics and organic chemistry along with an advanced laboratory program.