Course Summary:
This course will introduce incoming freshman to the exciting world of God’s Creation. It will provide them with a firm foundation of scientific literacy needed for more advance science courses. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of mathematical, analytical, data acquisition, and communication skills as well as interdisciplinary approaches to discovery.
Class Materials Needed:
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- Textbook - Abeka Science of Physical Creation
- Various handouts
- 3 ring binder (1 1/2 in.) with college ruled paper and 5 dividers
- Note cards
- Black or Blue pens
- No Whiteout or red pens
- Mechanical pencil (For math related problems)
- Eraser
- Scientific Calculator (No cell phones, MP3, or iPods)
- Other materials as needed for special projects
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Assessment:
The semester grade will be calculated from points earned on:
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Chapter Tests |
35% |
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Science in the News: Oral Presentations and Written Reports |
25% |
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Semester Final |
20% |
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Three Ring Binder Notebook (Class notes, Book notes and Vocabulary) |
10% |
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Homework |
5% |
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Class participation and Pop Quizzes |
5% |
Course Sequence:
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Week 1-3 |
Introduction to Science |
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- Scientific Thought
- Scientific Theory
- Scientific Method
- Measurement in Science
- Metric System
- Calculations
- Fields of Science
- Laboratory Safety
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Week 4-8 |
Meterology and Climatology |
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Week 9-12 |
Oceanography |
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- Oceans
- Geography of the Sea
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Week 13-18 |
Chemistry |
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- Foundations of Chemistry
- Matter
- Atoms
- Electrons and Chemical Properties
- Molecules and Chemistry
- Mixtures and Compounds
- Chemical Bonds
- Forces between Molecules
- Chemistry in Action
- Chemistry Reactions
- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
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Week 19-21 |
Geology |
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- Foundations of Geology
- Structure of the Earth
- Earthquakes
- Volcanoes
- Rocks and Minerals
- Weathering and Erosion
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Week 22 |
Interpreting the Fossil Record |
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Week 23-26 |
Physics |
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- Mechanics of Physics and Motion
- Waves and Sound
- Light and Color
- Electrostatics and Magnetism
- Electricity
- Electronics
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Week 27-29 |
Biology and Life Science |
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- Cells
- Classification of Living Organisms
- Human Body Systems
- Introduction to Botany
- Introduction to Zoology
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Week 30-32 |
Biomes and Ecosystems |
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- The Biosphere
- Populations and Communities
- People and the Biosphere
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Week 33 |
Endangered Species |
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Week 34 |
Science and Technology |
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Week 35-36 |
Science in the News |
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- Fields of Science
- Integrating Science in Our Lives
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White Board Formula:
Each class period, students will be given at least one educational objective, an activity to reinforce this educational objective, and an assessment for the activity. Educational objectives are pulled from California Content Standards or other standards appropriate for each course.
ELSR Integration:
Pacific Lutheran High School’s ESLR’s (Expected School-wide Learning Results), adopted curriculum, and course content standards are integrated into one cohesive unit to maximize student-learning. General Science course will thus:
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- P - Give students the ability to see how their standards-based subjects put Christ first, by remembering “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind” Albert Einstein
- L - Teach and/or reinforce critical thinking and self-learning skills, by solving the daily lesson problems
- H - Prepare students to be effective communicators able to utilize technology, by preparing and presenting reports
- S - Empower students to use their education in acts of service to their fellow man
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