Integrated Science II Syllabus

Eau Gallie High School

2008 - 2009

Integrated Science II Course Description

Mrs. K. King

Email: king.kristin@brevardschools.org

Office Hours (Planning): Room 37-100, 2nd & 7th Period

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 writing reports page). 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: link 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: 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: 2008 - 2009 Newsletter

	Late work will be given no more than 1/2 credit (See newsletter for details)
	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.
	Pop-quizzes will be given periodically
	Discussion and participation is required
	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!
	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.

Chapter	Topic	Integrated Science II
Biology Component
	Science Skills	All
5	Populations	5.1 thru 5.3
6	Humans in the Biosphere	All
8	Photosynthesis	All
9	Cellular Respiration	All
11	Introduction to Genetics	11.2 thru 11.4
12	DNA and RNA	12.1 thru 12.4
14	The Human Genome	14.1 and 14.2
16	Evolution of Populations	All
39	Endocrine & Reproductive Systems	39.1and 39.3
Earth and Space Component
22	Earth's Interior	22.4 thru 22.6
23	Earth's Surface	23.4 thru 23.6
24	Weather & Climate	24.4 thru 24.7
26	Exploring the Universe	All

Second Semester

Text: Prentice Hall: Physical Science: Concepts in Action with Earth and Space Science (2006).

Chapter	Topic	Integrated Science II
Physics Component
12	Forces and Motion	12.2 and 12.4
14	Work, Power, and Machines	14.1 - 14.4
16	Thermal Energy and Heat	16.1 - 16.3
18	The Electromagnetic Spectrum & Light	18.1 - 18.4
20	Electricity	20.2 and 20.3 (20.4)
Chemistry Component
3	States of Matter	3.2 - 3.3
4	Atomic Structure	4.3
5	The Periodic Table	5.2 and 5.3
6	Chemical Bonds	6.3 and 6.4
7	Chemical Reactions	7.1 thru 7.4
8	Solutions, Acids & Bases	8.2 and 8.4

* Time frame is an approximation. Revisions may be made do to time fluctuations.

Helpful Links

Assignments	Student Page
Course Objectives	Testing
Course Review	Writing Reports