3121A环境科学概念AUX UC认可，NCAA认可本课程以跨学科的方式向学生介绍环境概念和问题，但以差异化的方式进行。学生将了解理解和分析环境问题所需的科学方法和技术，如生态学、人口增长、土壤和农业、森林砍伐、城市化、空气污染、淡水资源、海洋污染、气候变化、化石燃料、替代能源、废物处理，以及环境伦理和政策。本课程是对许多环境科学主题的入门级调查，最终考虑到地球上人类活动的可持续性。本课程包括各种实验和课堂项目，以促进学习。课程长度：一年对年级开放：9注：本课程适用于ASP项目的学生。代数1 （2109A）的并发注册。3220A生物学活着的地球UC批准，NCAA批准通过科学和工程实践的镜头和加州NGSS确定的交叉实践，学生将学习生态系统，遗传学，进化和细胞到生物体的生物学概念。地球和空间科学的标准，如地球的历史和全球气候变化，也将用于加深学生对正在学习的概念的理解。学生将花费至少20%的课堂时间从事动手实验室调查，以支持教学。课程长度：一年开放年级：9,10先决条件：HSPT阅读成绩450或以上，HSPT数学和定量综合成绩900或以上。3400A社区化学(d) UC批准，NCAA批准的社区化学（ChemCom）是传统学术化学的替代方案。学生调查和分析有化学成分的社区问题，并利用他们的化学知识提出解决或减轻问题的方法。ChemCom使用以学生为中心的活动、社会问题和决策练习来成功地介绍化学。主要内容包括水化学、生物化学、高分子化学和核化学。实验室技能的发展是对课程的补充。3710A地球科学(d) UC批准，NCAA批准的地球科学是一门选修的物理科学课程，研究地质学，海洋学，天文学，大气科学和地球历史等主题。学生通过实验室经验继续发展数学和科学技能。本课程旨在让学生更好地了解地球和海洋是如何处于不断变化的状态，我们如何能够预测这些变化，以及人类在不断变化的大气中扮演什么角色。本课程不是为那些已经完成化学课程的学生设计的。课程长度：一年对年级开放：12先决条件：必须完成社区化学。

3120A CONCEPTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This course introduces students to environmental concepts and issues from an interdisciplinary approach. Students will gain an understanding of the scientific method and techniques needed to understand and analyze environmental issues such as ecology, human population growth, soils and agriculture, deforestation, urbanization, air pollution, freshwater resources, ocean pollution, climate change, fossil fuels, alternative energy sources, waste disposal, as well as environmental ethics and policy. This course is a survey of many environmental science topics at an introductory level, ultimately considering the sustainability of human activities on the planet. This course includes a variety of labs and at home projects to facilitate learning.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 9
Note: Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1.

3220A BIOLOGY THE LIVING EARTH
UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Through the lens of the science and engineering practices and the cross-cutting practices identified in the California NGSS, students will study the biological concepts of ecosystems, genetics, evolution and cells to organisms. Standards of Earth and space science such as Earth’s history and global climate change will also be used to deepen student understanding of the concepts that are being learned. Students will spend a minimum of 20% of classroom time engaged in hands-on laboratory investigations that support instruction.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 9, 10
Prerequisite: HSPT Reading score of 450 or higher and combined HSPT Math and Quantitative of 900 or higher

3400A CHEMISTRY IN THE COMMUNITY
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Chemistry in the Community (ChemCom) is an alternative to traditional academic Chemistry. Students investigate and analyze community problems that have a chemistry component and use their knowledge of chemistry to suggest ways in which the problems can be solved or abated. ChemCom uses student-centered activities, societal problems and decision-making exercises to successfully introduce chemistry. Major topics include hydro chemistry, biochemistry, polymer chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Development of laboratory skills complements course work.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 10, 11,12

3420A CHEMISTRY EARTH SYSTEMS
UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Through the lenses of the science and engineering practices and the crosscutting practices identified in the California NGSS, students will study the Chemistry concepts of atoms, elements, molecules, chemical reactions, bonding, and thermodynamics. Students will apply their knowledge of Chemistry by studying Earth’s systems, Climate Change and Ocean Acidification. A minimum of 20% of class time will be spent engaging students in hands-on laboratory investigations that support instruction.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 10, 11
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 1 with an A or Algebra 2 and Biology.

3522A INTRO ENGINEERING & ROBOTICS
(g) UC Approved
Intro to Engineering & Robotics will explore the relations between science and technology. The program is designed to introduce students to basic and advanced concepts in robotics. Course information will be tied to lab experiments where students will work in teams to build and test complex FIRST FTC robots. Included in this instruction will be the historical development of robotics as a field, the importance of integrating sensors, effectors and control, basic control, the key approaches to mobile robot control (reactive, behavior-based, and hybrid), and discussion of robot learning and multi-robot systems history Students will work in small teams to research, design, program, and construct robotic devices in competitions amongst each other and other schools in the area. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards which include basic academic skills, communicating individual and team ideas, interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities, safety, technology, and employment literacy.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Chemistry with no grade lower than B or Chemistry honors with a C. Completion of Algebra 2 or Algebra 2H and Geometry or Geometry H with no grade lower than a B.
Note: There are possible additional fees for this class dependent upon competitions.

3740A SPORTS MEDICINE 1
(d) UC Approved
Sports medicine is an area of health that applies medical and scientific knowledge to prevent, recognize, manage, and rehabilitate injuries related to sports, recreational activity, or exercise. This course provides an opportunity to study sports medicine including but not limited to: sports medicine related careers, organizational and administrative considerations, prevention of athletic injuries, recognition, evaluation, immediate care of athletic injures, rehabilitation skills, taping and wrapping techniques, first aid/CPR, emergency procedures, nutrition, sports psychology, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and therapeutic exercise. Multiple laboratory activities are included.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Biology.

3600A ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Anatomy and Physiology is a course designed for juniors and seniors who desire an introduction to human anatomy and physiology. Students will learn about the structure and function of the systems of the human body by exploring organs at a molecular level and as a whole. Dissections and laboratory experiments are performed so students can get a better understanding of how the human body systems work hand in hand to keep homeostasis.. Right of refusal to participate in dissections is not extended for this course.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology and Chemistry with no grade lower than a B or successful completion of Biology & Chemistry H.

3711A ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This Life Science elective course is available to Junior and Senior students. The class explores the principles of ecology; population dynamics; natural resources and their management; major pollution problems; the role of governing bodies in the environmental management and basic conservation practices. The class will include laboratory activities and independent research. Students will experience environmental science through current topics and handson activities.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of Biology. Completion of Biology Aux with no grade lower than A.

3733AS FORENSIC SCIENCE
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This class will introduce students to the field of Forensic Science providing a general overview of the scientific practices involved in solving crimes. Students will participate in many qualitative hands-on labs and simulations that develop practical and theoretical aspects of Forensics while developing proficiency in multiple Science and Engineering Practices (SEP) and Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) detailed in the Next Generation Science Standards. This class will integrate previous science courses and demonstrate the relevance of science education for practical use.
Length of Course: Semester
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Note: Paired with Intro to Forensic Psychology.

3515A – PHYSICS OF THE UNIVERSE
UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This is an introductory course in the foundations of physics and the physical processes that govern everything in the Universe. The instructional segments of this course are based on the CA’s Next Generation Science Standards. The laboratory work will provide students with sound laboratory techniques and engineering practices. Students will develop critical thinking and apply physics principles to solve real world problems in preparation for their college and career experiences.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11,12
Prerequisites: Completion of Chemistry, Algebra 2 and Geometry with no grade lower than a B in any class. Concurrent enrollment, or prior completion of, Precalculus..

3720A OCEANOGRAPHY/MARINE BIOLOGY
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
The Oceanography and Marine Biology course centers on the world of ocean related topics which include Physical, Chemical, Biological, and Geological Oceanography and Marine Animal Biology. It focuses in depth on the history of the seas, ocean chemistry, waves and tides, coastal features, and circulation patterns of atmosphere and water currents. It will emphasize human impacts such as global warming, pollution, ocean acidification, seal level rise, and overfishing. Additionally, students will learn about all animal groups ranging from sponges to whales and will gain a deeper understanding of their anatomy through numerous dissections. Current event assignments are regularly discussed. Integral parts of the course include field trips and research projects.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology and Chemistry.

3750A SPORTS MEDICINE 2
(d) UC Approved
This course builds on the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology by focusing on alterations and adaptations in body systems during physical activity. Students will cover a range of topics including: The history of exercise physiology in the U.S.; reflexes; muscle physiology; cardio respiratory response to exercise; thermoregulation; and nutrition for athletic performance. Students explore these topics through several projects, labs, and a semester long investigation. Some labs will require physical activity.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Sports Medicine 1.

3710A EARTH SCIENCE
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Earth Science is an elective physical science course that examines topics in geology, oceanography, astronomy, atmospheric science and earth history. Students continue to develop math and science skills through laboratory experiences. This course is designed to bring about a greater understanding of how the earth and oceans are in a constant state of change, how we are able to predict these changes and what role humans have in the changing atmosphere. This course is not designed for those who have completed Chemistry.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 12
Prerequisites: Must have completed Chemistry in the Community.

3220C生物学活着的地球H (d) UC批准，NCAA批准学生研究生物学中提出的相同概念：活着的地球，但是，节奏加快，内容更深入地研究，包括执行计算，绘图和数据分析，以进一步理解内容。以学生为中心的活动将强调探究和批判性思维的过程。学生将把他们所学的课程概念沙巴体育到各种现实世界的现象中。课程长度：一年开放至年级：9先决条件：同时注册代数I荣誉，代数2或代数2荣誉和HSPT基本技能阅读成绩在565分或以上。*注意：要从学术课程转到荣誉课程，需要两个学期都达到“A”，并在5月的分班考试中获得及格分数。3420C化学地球系统H (d) UC批准，NCAA批准的地球系统荣誉化学是一门大学预科实验室科学课程，将为10-11年级的学生在大学水平的实验室科学课程中取得成功做好准备。本课程以现象为基础，将地球和空间科学的下一代科学标准（NGSS）整合到化学概念中。该课程旨在建立扎实的化学基础，整合实验内容，培养学生在科学实践和跨领域概念方面的能力。以学生为中心的活动将强调探究和批判性思维的过程。学生将把他们所学的课程概念沙巴体育到各种现实世界的现象中。此外，荣誉课程的学生将更深入地参与内容，包括执行计算，绘图和数据分析，以进一步理解内容。课程长度：一年开放年级：10,11先决条件：完成代数1荣誉（两个学期），代数2。*注：要从学术班转到荣誉班，需要两个学期都达到“A”，并在5月份的分班考试中获得及格分数。

3200E AP生物学(d) UC批准，NCAA批准本课程为学生准备大学先修课程生物学考试。通过AP生物考试的学生可以获得大学学分或晋升。学分标准由各个学院决定。课程内容包括细胞生物学、遗传学、分子生物学、进化、生态学和生理学。本课程结合科学实践和实验室经验，采用大学水平的技术。课程长度：一年对年级开放：11年级、12年级先决条件：完成生物和化学*注：从学术课程转到荣誉课程需要两个学期都达到“A”，并在5月份的分班考试中获得及格分数。3712E AP环境科学(d) UC批准，NCAA批准AP环境科学课程旨在让学生了解自然世界中相互关系所需的科学原理、概念和方法。本课程要求学生识别和分析自然和人为的环境问题，评估与这些问题相关的相对风险，并研究解决或预防这些问题的替代解决方案。环境科学是一门跨学科的学科，涵盖了地质学、生物学、环境研究、环境科学、化学和地理学等学科。学生通过探究式的实验室调查和实地工作来培养他们对自然世界相互关系的理解，因为他们探索了四大概念：能量转移、地球系统之间的相互作用、不同物种与环境之间的相互作用以及可持续性。课程长度：一年对11年级、12年级开放先决条件：完成生物和化学。*注意：要从学术课程转到荣誉课程，需要两个学期都达到“A”，并在5月份的分班考试中获得及格分数。3508E AP物理1 (d) UC批准，NCAA批准的AP物理1是一门基于代数的大学水平的物理入门课程，探索经典物理的主题。主题包括运动学、动力学、牛顿定律、圆周运动、万有引力定律、简谐运动、线性动量、功能、能量守恒、旋转运动、电荷、电力、电路和机械波。通过科学实践和基于探究的学习，学生将发展科学批判性思维和推理技能。课程长度：一年对年级开放：11,12先决条件：同时注册数学课程高于几何H. *注意：从学术课程转到荣誉课程需要两个学期都达到“A”，并在5月的分班考试中获得及格分数。3512E AP物理C：力学(d) UC批准，NCAA批准这门基于微积分的物理课程是专为计划专攻物理科学或工程的高度积极的学生设计的。成功通过相关的AP考试可能会导致大学新生在以微积分为基础的物理课程中进入先修课程。AP物理C：力学应与AP微积分AB或BC AP同时进行，否则学生的物理先修课程可能会因数学背景不足而延迟或被拒绝。AP微积分BC是沙巴体育 确保在大学提前安置的首选。AP物理C：力学在以下六个内容领域提供了深入的指导：运动学；牛顿运动定律；功、能、动力；粒子系统和线性动量；圆周运动和旋转；振荡和引力。实验室实验是本课程不可或缺的一部分。前提条件：同时注册AP微积分BC（优先）或AP微积分AB，或完成AP微积分BC或完成AP微积分AB，学期成绩不低于a。*注意：从学术班转到荣誉班需要两个学期都达到“A”，并且在5月份的分班考试中取得及格分数。

3200F BIOLOGY IB SL
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This one year course prepares students for the IB Exams (papers 1, 2 and 3). Students who pass their IB exams may be granted college credit or advancement. Credit criteria are determined by individual colleges. IB students are required to participate in the Group 4 Project and complete all Internal Assessment Assignments. Course content includes Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution, Ecology and Physiology. This course integrates laboratory experiences which employ college level techniques.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology and Chemistry.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3201F BIOLOGY IB HL 1
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This course (first of two years) prepares students for the IB Exams (papers 1, 2 and 3) in their senior year. This class is designed to be a pre-university course for highly motivated secondary students who plan to major in science as an undergraduate in college. Students who pass their IB exams may be granted college credit or advancement. Credit criteria are determined by individual colleges. Course content includes Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution, Ecology and Physiology. This course integrates laboratory experiences which employ college-level techniques.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology and Chemistry. Note: A summer assignment is required
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3411F CHEMISTRY IB SL
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This accelerated Chemistry course is designed to prepare the students to pass the Chemistry SL IB exam. (Individual colleges determine college credit criteria.) The IB curriculum will include the study of Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry. Laboratory work stresses the research techniques employed in college and industry. Participation in a G-4 Project is required of the Chemistry SL IB students.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in a math class higher than Geometry. Completion of Chemistry or Chemistry Honors.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3510F PHYSICS IB HL 1
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Physics IB HL 1 is designed for the academically talented, highly motivated science student and will prepare them for further studies in IB Physics classes. The course places heavy emphasis on mathematical application and calculations. The main topics of study are Motion, Electricity, Work, Energy, Thermal Physics and Magnetism. Laboratory experiments are an integral part of this course.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Honors math course higher than Geometry Honors. Completion of Chemistry
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3712F ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND SOCIETIES IB SL (d) UC Approved
This one year course prepares students for the IB Exams. (Individual colleges determine college credit criteria.) This course explores the structure and function of environmental systems as well as the cultural, economic, ethical, political, and social interactions of societies with the environment. Core content includes ecosystems and ecology, biodiversity and conservation, water and food production systems and societies, soil and terrestrial food production systems and societies, atmospheric systems and societies, climate change, and human systems and resource use. This course integrates laboratory experiments and field work with philosophical discussion. IB students are required to participate in the Group 4 Project and complete all Internal Assessment Assignments.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology and Chemistry. Full IB students only.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3525F DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY IB SL
(g) UC Approved
This course aims to develop internationally minded people whose enhanced understanding of design and the technological world can facilitate our shared guardianship of the planet and create a better world. Inquiry and problem solving are at the heart of the subject. Design technology requires the use of the design cycle as a tool, which provides the methodology used to structure the inquiry and analysis of problems, the development of feasible solutions ant he testing and evaluation of the solution. A solution can be defined as a model, prototype, product or system that students have developed independently.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grades: 11,12
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra 2H and Geometry H with a B or better.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3202F BIOLOGY IB HL 2
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This senior level course completes a two year rigorous biology course that meets the requirements for the International Baccalaureate Programme. This class prepares students for the IB Exams (papers 1, 2 and 3) in their senior year. This class is designed to be a pre-university course for highly motivated secondary students who plan to major in science as an undergraduate in college. Students who pass their IB exams may be granted college credit or advancement. Credit criteria are determined by the individual colleges. Course content includes Cell Biology, Plant Science,, Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Evolution, Ecology and Conservation, and Human Physiology. Students are required to participate in the G4 project their senior year. This course integrates laboratory experiences which employ college level techniques.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Biology HL 1 IB.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

3511F PHYSICS IB HL 2
(d) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This course fulfills the International Baccalaureate requirement for Physics, and prepares the student to pass the Physics HL IB exam. The core topics include Fluids, Modern Physics, Measurement, Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Energy, Power, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism, and Atomic Physics with added topics in Optics, Relativity, and Astrophysics. Participation in a group experimental research project is also required. Onefourth of class time is devoted to lab work.
Length of Course: Year
Open to Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Physics IB HL 1.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

8010 . as健康本课程沙巴体育 我们的学生做出明智而有效的决定，促进身体、社会、心理和精神健康。健康教育对学生的整体健康有着直接和日常的影响，这比任何其他学科都重要。科学课程以《加利福尼亚州健康标准》为基础，其中包括以下教学单元：心理健康和精神健康，（培养自尊，决策技巧，建立弹性，应对压力，了解精神障碍/抑郁症）社会健康，（建立健康的人际关系，建立沟通技巧，练习禁欲，欺凌意识和预防）身体健康(营养，健身和运动，滥用酒精，非法药物，处方药和烟草。预防包括性传播感染在内的传染病。圣沙巴体育学生将接受心肺复苏术/急救培训和认证)。健康是圣沙巴体育天主教高中的一门必修课。课程长度：学期对年级开放：9,10,11,12注：这门课是一个及格/不及格的课程，不计入你的GPA。参加MUN项目的学生必须在毕业前学习这门课程。