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Integrated Science II Syllabus
Eau Gallie High School
2007 - 2008
Integrated Science II Course Description
Mrs. K. King
Email: king.kristin@brevardschools.org
Office Hours (Planning): Room 37-100 1st & 3rd Period
Help Hours: TBA
Summary: pdf As the name implies, this course is an integrated approach to earth-space science, biology, chemistry, ecology, genetics, math and physics. This science course is a hands on class. We do many labs which involve precision and accuracy. It is extremely important you pay attention to all details. You will conduct research using methods not limited to graphing, charting, and calculating weight and mass differences. You, as future scientists, will also be working on NASA projects, compiling data for submission in group projects and looking for signs of life on other planets through the Alien Invasion Project.
Honors Students: link Honors students will follow the same syllabus as Integrated I students with the exception of Typed lab reports for all labs (template online). An in-depth 5 page research report on a current science event in ecology, microbiology, genetics or other science related topic. One report per semester. And a Year End Portfolio based on the 8 science strands (found on EGHS Science FCAT site). This portfolio will include for each strand one representation of your best work that you've completed in class (so save your returned & graded work!) that correlates with a specific standard within the strand, and an one page typed reflection on each of the eight entries. The format will be discussed in class.
Text: Prentice Hall: Biology (2006) Kenneth Miller and Joseph Levine ; And, Prentice Hall: Physical Science: Concepts in Action with Earth and Space Science (2006). *Please note, Integrated I and Integrated II use the same text books over a two year period but cover different material from those texts.
Labs: link
Due to the large amount of time required for set-up, it is essential that you are always present on lab days. Follow lab procedures and safety guidelines at all times. Horseplay is never permitted and will be dealt with expeditiously. Lab reports are a requirement of this class. Everyone is expected to keep good personal records of findings in the lab and relay that information in a lab report. Typed lab reports may be submitted via email to me, however, make sure you print a hard copy just in case of transmission errors.Testing: link Tests are given as an assessment of student knowledge in Integrated Science. The format of tests usually consist of 50 multiple choice questions and occasionally an essay question to determine depth of knowledge. Quizzes are given at random to assess science comprehension. The majority of tests and quizzes are taken in class, although there will be opportunities to take online versions. Exams are comprehensive and given at the end of first and second semester (normally 150 multiple choice questions).
Course Policies: 2007 - 2008 Newsletter
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Late work will be given no more than 1/2 credit (See newsletter for details) |
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If you are absent the day of a test, your make-up test will be given the day of your return. No excuses! Be prepared. |
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Pop-quizzes will be given periodically |
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Discussion and participation is required |
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This class requires dedication and an immense amount of study time. You will get out of this class only what you are willing to contribute! |
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It is the responsibility of each student to acquire, complete and return any missed assignments due to absences. |
First Semester
Text: Prentice Hall: Biology (2006) Kenneth Miller and Joseph Levine & Prentice Hall: Physical Science: Concepts in Action with Earth and Space Science (2006). Please note, Integrated I and Integrated II use the same text books over a two year period but cover different material from those texts.
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Chapter
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Topic |
Integrated Science II |
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Biology Component |
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Science Skills |
All |
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5 |
Populations |
5.1 thru 5.3 |
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6 |
Humans in the Biosphere |
All |
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8 |
Photosynthesis |
All |
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9 |
Cellular Respiration |
All |
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11 |
Introduction to Genetics |
11.2 thru 11.4 |
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12 |
DNA and RNA |
12.1 thru 12.4 |
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14 |
The Human Genome |
14.1 and 14.2 |
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16 |
Evolution of Populations |
All |
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39 |
Endocrine & Reproductive Systems |
39.1and 39.3 |
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Earth and Space Component |
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22 |
Earth's Interior |
22.4 thru 22.6 |
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23 |
Earth's Surface |
23.4 thru 23.6 |
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24 |
Weather & Climate |
24.4 thru 24.7 |
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26 |
Exploring the Universe |
All |
Second Semester
Text: Prentice Hall: Physical Science: Concepts in Action with Earth and Space Science (2006).
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Chapter
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Topic |
Integrated Science II |
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Physics Component |
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12 |
Forces and Motion |
12.2 and 12.4 |
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14 |
Work, Power, and Machines |
14.1 - 14.4 |
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16 |
Thermal Energy and Heat |
16.1 - 16.3 |
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18 |
The Electromagnetic Spectrum & Light |
18.1 - 18.4 |
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20 |
Electricity |
20.2 and 20.3 (20.4) |
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Chemistry Component |
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3 |
States of Matter |
3.2 - 3.3 |
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4 |
Atomic Structure |
4.3 |
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5 |
The Periodic Table |
5.2 and 5.3 |
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6 |
Chemical Bonds |
6.3 and 6.4 |
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7 |
Chemical Reactions |
7.1 thru 7.4 |
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8 |
Solutions, Acids & Bases |
8.2 and 8.4 |
* Time frame is an approximation. Revisions may be made do to time fluctuations.
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