Course Sequence/Options
Sequence 1 (traditional)
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Basic Woods CAD I and CAD II and/or All course
Adv. Woods I Adv Woods I or II are options
Sequence 2
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3/4
Basic Woods Advanced Woods I All courses
CAD I CAD II are options
Metals and Power and Energy can be taken at any time Must meet perquisite to take next course
You can only get credits from each course once
5501 Basic Woodworking (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The woodshop portion of the year is aimed at basic power tool skills and measurement. Skills on the different machines are acquired by different types of test pieces and student projects. Steps in gluing and squaring of wood are covered. Time is also spent on wood preparation and wood finishing. In the second semester students will explore processes of manufacturing and production. More important than anything else though, is the time spent on safety in the shop and the learning of self-discipline one needs to avoid injury.
5800 Power, Energy, Transportation (semester ½ credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This class will allow students to explore interests and learn about career opportunities. Power, Energy, and Transportation is considered a good first choice for those interested in other technology offerings. Students begin with a small engine lab where students will learn about the four-stroke and two-stroke cycle internal combustion engine and actually tear down, measure, inspect and rebuild a variety of four-stroke and two-stroke engines newer Briggs and Stratton engine. The second quarter involves the exploration of alternate energy sources and their application in today’s transportation industry design and construction of flying vehicles and rocket launches, mousetrap vehicles and other exciting projects.
5601 Metals (semester ½ credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course is a study of metal working techniques. Time is spent on machining metals, welding, and working metal by hand. After completion of required work, each student may work on individual projects. Time is divided between lecture, written work and work in the lab. A major paper or project is required.
5421/5422 Computer Aided Drafting I (CAD I) (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This course is designed to teach students how to use Auto CAD 2015 on a computer to generate drawings that a computer aided draftsman or engineer would be required to do. This includes plotting and making white prints. The students will also produce a portfolio of their work for future job applications or interviewing for
5651/5652 Advanced Woods I (year 1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12 5561/5562 NEW Advanced Wood II (year 1 credit) Grades 11, 12
The basic skills and safety on the machines are refined. This is more of an independent study class. Students will do one required project and then build a project of their choice. They must make a drawing of the project, develop a proper plan of procedures for the project, and finish the project in an agreed amount of time. A major paper or project is required. Students are expected to pay for all materials used. Prerequisite:
successful completion of Basic Woodworking and completion or enrollment CAD I.
5701 Construction (semester ½ credit) Grades 10, 11, 12 Safety on machines in the shop is covered. Students will study what makes a good lot for a future building and how a house should be positioned on the lot. Use of a transit for layout is studied. The study of footings, foundations, walls, flooring, wall construction, and roofing is covered thoroughly. The student will either make a model of a small home made out of scaled dimensional lumber, or make a basic shell out of full size dimensional lumber. The shell and house model specifications will be provided by the instructor. A major paper or model is required. Prerequisite: successful completion of Basic Woodworking and completion or enrollment in CAD II.
5431/5432 Computer Aided Drafting II (CAD II) (year 1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12 This course is a continuation of CAD I and meant to prepare the student for a career in mechanical design, therefore, the drawings are more complex and require higher-level thinking. The student must generate the views from an isometric projection and properly dimension the views. Prerequisite: successful completion of Computer Aided Drafting I. Required for Construction.
MATHEMATICS
Course Sequence/Options
Sequence 1
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Applied Math I Algebra I Geometry Algebra II
Sequence 2 (traditional)
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus
Statistics (can be taken concurrently)
Sequence 3
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
H. Geometry H. Algebra II H. Pre-Calc AP Calculus
Statistics Statistics (can be taken concurrently)
Students are required to take 3 credits of math
Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are the three courses required for admission to 4 year colleges.
Student can take honors courses with teacher permission in any course.
3451/3452 Applied Math I (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 This is a one year tech prep course that will provide students with a hands-on approach to mathematics. This course will be geared towards the student who is anticipating attending a technical school. Or require additional instruction in math concepts prior to enrolling in Algebra. TEACHER recommendation only.
3401/3402 Algebra I (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course examines the language of algebra. It will help students organize their thoughts to solve
mathematical problems that everyone meets from day to day. Class activities will include reading, working out daily assignments, discussing problems with the rest of the class, putting problems on the board and taking lecture notes. This course is required for admission to all University of Wisconsin system schools.
3501/3502 Geometry (year 1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12
This course consists of plane and solid geometry stressing the concepts of deductive reasoning, proof space geometry, and creative thinking. Class activities include reading, daily assignments, keeping a notebook of theorems, postulates, and definitions, working on constructions, formal proofs, and taking lecture notes. This course is required for admission to all University of Wisconsin system schools and most other universities.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I.
3521/3522 Honors Geometry (year 1 credit) \ Grades 9,10,11,12 This course will develop the skills and concepts taught in Geometry in greater depth and at an accelerated pace. For a student to be scheduled in Honors Geometry they must have an average letter grade of “B” or higher in Algebra I. Students are expected to meet and maintain the instructor’s performance criteria, and a meeting regarding student placement in this course will take place upon instructor recommendation.
3601/3602 Algebra II (year 1 credit) Grades 11, 12
This course includes a review of skills from Algebra I. The emphasis is on learning equation solving and its application to the solution of word problems. Mathematical concepts are developed and used in practical situations. This course is required for admission to all University of Wisconsin system schools and most other universities. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry.
3621/3622 Honors Algebra II (year 1 credit) Grades 9,10,11,12 This course will develop the skills and concepts taught in Algebra II in greater depth and at an accelerated pace. For a student to be scheduled in Honors Algebra II they must have an average letter grade of “B” or higher in Geometry. Students are expected to meet and maintain the instructor’s performance criteria, and a meeting regarding student placement in this course will take place upon instructor recommendation.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Geometry.
3701/3702 Pre-Calculus (year 1 credit) Grades 11, 12
This college-prep class should give the necessary background in a variety of mathematical skills needed to be successful in a beginning calculus class. This course is strongly recommended for college-bound students.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II.
3721/3722 Honors Pre-Calculus (year 1 credit) Grades 10, 11, 12
This course will develop the skills and concepts taught in Pre-Calculus in greater depth and at an accelerated pace. For a student to be scheduled in Honors Pre-Calculus they must have an average letter grade of “B” or higher in Algebra II Students are expected to meet and maintain the instructor’s performance criteria, and a meeting regarding student placement in this course will take place upon instructor recommendation.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 2.
3801/3802 AP Calculus AB (year 1 credit) Grades 11, 12
AP Calculus AB is a year long class that covers all basic concepts of a college semester of Calculus. Students should have solid skills dealing with functions along with an understanding of the language of functions.
Students will have to communicate both orally and in written format to explain solutions to problems. At completion of the class, students will be encouraged, but not required, to take the AP Exam for college credit.
If a student does not take the AP Exam, they will be required to do an alternate project. Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Pre-Calculus.
3901/3902 Probability and Statistics (year 1 credit) Grades 11, 12
This course will introduce students to the basic topics of probability and statistics and provide the background necessary for students to succeed in college. This course will be an application and activity based course.
Prerequisite: successful completion of Algebra II; can be taken concurrently with Pre-Calc or AP Calculus.
MUSIC
7411/7412 Symphonic Band (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The Symphonic Band is made up of highly qualified woodwind, brass, and percussion performers. Members of this ensemble will work towards musical excellence with performances of challenging and important wind band repertoire. All students in the Symphonic Band are required to perform with the Marching Panthers and the Pep Band. Additional activities for this ensemble include but are not limited to three major concerts and other exciting field trips. Several students in the Symphonic Band also perform in various regional honors groups including the National Band Association Wisconsin Chapter Honors Band and the Rock Valley Conference Honors Band. In addition to the honors bands, it is highly recommended that Symphonic Band members participate in the WSMA Solo and Ensemble Festival. Prerequisite: previous band experience at the middle school level or consent of the instructor.
7421/7422 Jazz Ensemble (year ½ credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 The Palmyra-Eagle Jazz Ensemble is a ½ credit class that meets every other day. Membership in this
ensemble is open to any instrumentalist in the Symphonic Band and other students outside the program at the discretion of the instructor. The Jazz Ensemble performs three major concerts. Musical genres for this ensemble include swing, bebop, Latin, fusion, rock, and ballads. Prerequisite: Presently enrolled in the Symphonic Band or consent of instructor.
7601/7602 Concert Choir (year 1 credit) Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Choir is open to all students with an interest in vocal music performance. Many different styles of music are studies and performed throughout the year. Students are given instruction in the use of their voice both within the class, and in lessons which are set up throughout the year. Students are also given instruction on music theory, aesthetics, and musicology. Additional activities for this ensemble include but are not limited to three major concerts and other exciting field trips. Several students in the Concert Choir also perform in various regional honors groups including the National Band Association Wisconsin Chapter Honors Choir and the Rock Valley Conference Honors Choir. In addition to the honors choirs, it is highly recommended that Concert Choir members participate in the WSMA Solo and Ensemble Festival.