This course aims to prepare students for college-level work in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The course includes the formation of rocks and minerals; landforms and changes; interrelationships of the earth’s interior, surface, and land features; a study of the solar system; and the life and death of stars. Laboratory techniques, experimentation, and analysis are emphasized. In addition, students will complete an independent experimental or engineering design project.
Schools
Arlington Community High School
Langston/New Directions
Wakefield High School
Washington-Liberty High School
Yorktown High School
Prerequisites
Successful completion of Biology.
Notes
There is an end-of-course SOL Examination. Passing the SOL test and the course earns a verified credit.