Science (3 Credits for Graduation)
Students may only take one Biology class for credit. Biology, Honors Biology,
Biology Agriculture, and Human Biology all count as the same class. Students
should not take these classes more than once or for an additional science credit.
3520 Biology
Math Recommendation: Sec. Math I
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
The one unit Biology course in the high school core exposes students to a
wide range of biological science topics in ecology, heredity and genetics,
cellular biology, diversity of life, and change through time.
3520 Biology-Human
Math Recommendation: Sec. Math I
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Recommend taking this class before
taking Medical Anatomy and Physiology
This class is designed to help students to become knowledgeable and informed about
the working of the body. This class is recommended for anyone who is interested in
human anatomy and physiology and will provide a basic foundation for students
anticipating a career in medicine or related fields.
8153 Biology/ Agriculture Science
Technology or Biological Science Credit
(10-12) Year
This course satisfies the core Life Science requirement for graduation. It meets the state standards and objectives
for Biology with application in agriculture. The scientific process is learned and practiced in the classroom,
laboratory, and in the field.
3590 Marine Biology/Oceanography
Science Pre-requisite: Completion of any Biology course (Honor’s, Human, or A.P.)
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
This course is designed as an introduction to the world’s oceans, with special emphasis on
the diversity of its inhabitants, ecosystems, and processes contained within its vast
boundaries.
3523 Honors Biology
Math Recommendation: Sec. Math
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Honors Biology will focus on cells
animals, ecology, genetics, plants and
such as science as a process and how
function will be discussed. Ongoing experimental labs will be conducted.
3524
AP Biology
II
and their processes,
human systems. Themes
structure is related to
Science Credit
(11-12) Year
Pre-requisites: Chemistry with a B or higher Biology or Human Biology with a B or higher Honors Biology
A full year college course in biology designed to prepare students for the AP Biology test.
3620
Chemistry
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Pre-requisite: Sec. Math I
This is an introductory course that studies atoms, their structure, and
interactions. Applications of chemistry to real life will be presented
throughout the year. Concepts presented in class will be reinforced through
laboratory work. It should be noted that all 3 chemistry instructors are
correlated to the same curriculum and grading scale.
3621 Honors Chemistry
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Pre-requisite: Completion of Sec.
Math I with a B+ or higher.
Honors Chemistry is designed for
college bound students who plan a
career in any science related fields.
Honors Chemistry will teach the
same chemistry concepts as
CHEMISTRY, but will reinforce
those concepts with the use of TI
calculators, probes, and computers
in lab work.
3622 AP Chemistry
Science Credit
(11-12) Year
Pre-requisite: Chemistry I or Honors Chemistry
This is a college level course designed to prepare students to successfully pass the AP test. Students will learn
many theoretical concepts that will prepare them for further studies in chemistry and the medical profession and
science related fields. Students will be doing advanced placement labs with TI calculators, probes and computers.
This is a hands on college level course.
3640 Physics
Math Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in Sec. Math II
Science Credit
(10-12) Yr
Pre-Requisite: Successful completion of Sec. Math I
This algebra based course will cover topics such as motion, force, energy, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity
and magnetism. Methods include discussions, demonstrations, assignments, hands-on lab activities and projects
such as bridge building, mini-car racing and water balloon launchers.
3641 Honors Physics
Math Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in Sec. Math
III
Science Credit
(10-12) Yr
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Sec. Math II, or
enrollment in
Pre-calculus or Pre-calculus Honors
This trigonometry based course will cover topics such as motion,
force, energy, waves, sound, light, optics, electricity and
magnetism. Methods include discussions, demonstrations,
assignments, hands-on lab activities and projects such as bridge building, mini-car racing and water balloon
launchers.
3650
CE Physics
Math Recommendation: Enrollment in Sec. Math II
Science Credit
(11-12) Yr
Pre-requisite: none
3645
AP Physics 1 Algebra Based
Science Credit
(11-12) Yr
3647 AP Physics C Calculus Based
Science Credit
(11-12) Yr
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in AP Math (AB or BC).
This calculus based course covers Newtonian mechanics in some detail. Methods include discussions,
demonstrations, assignments, hands-on lab activities and optional projects. This is a college level course designed
to prepare students to successfully pass the AP test. Students who have previously taken physics or honors physics
have an easier road to success; however, completion of physics or honors physics is not required for enrollment.
3950 Astronomy
Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Course Recommendation: Completed at least any
intro-level (or higher) science course (e.g. 3640
Physics, 3620 Chemistry, 3520 Biology)
A full-year class that explores the boundaries of space,
and how we as humans explore and observe space
from our viewpoint on Earth. Many of the activities
are technology/online based, often in-class or
occasionally at home; regular access to the internet beyond class-time (mainly for Canvas) is required. Topics
addressed include: measuring and tracking objects in the night sky; the history of astronomy; the formation of the
Earth, Moon, and Sun; the composition and characteristics of the planets and moons, and the exploration of our
solar system; formation and evolution of stars and galaxies (yes, including black holes); and cosmology which
includes the study of the origin of the universe.
8338 Biotechnology
Technical or 3rd year Science Credit
Yr (11-12)
Lab Fee $10.00
Utah Skills Certification available
This course actively engages you in exciting realistic labs like a real
research scientist. Explore DNA manipulation by transferring real DNA
from one organism into another (Secrets of the Rain Forest Lab). Analyze
your own DNA from your sixteenth chromosome and compare it to people
around the world (PV92 Lab). Explore genetically modified organisms as
it relates to agriculture (GMO Lab). Collaborate with your peers and be a
part of the Davis High CSI team solving our annual crime scene
investigation (Crime Scene PCR Lab). Investigate how your own immune
system produces antibodies (Immuno Explorer Lab). Discover the bacteria
used to make yogurt that flourishes in your own saliva (Yogurt and Dental Caries Labs). Grow your own bacterial
cultures and investigate their origins. Become a scientist, use all the equipment that real scientists use and earn
four (4) college credit hours through SLCC with the possibility to earn more while earning either your third year
science credit or technology credit.
8339 Medical Anatomy & Physiology (MAP’s)
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(11 – 12) Year
 HOSA membership encouraged
 Utah Skills Certification available
 5 Concurrent Enrollment Credits available through WSU
 Must register for 2 periods for the entire academic year.
PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Health Occupations or Demonstration of Proficiency.
 This course is a PREREQUISITE for ANY School to Careers Medical Internship
This course provides a review of health technology and medical fields with opportunities for career exploration
and clinical experiences in a variety of medical and health care professions. Curriculum includes detailed study of
anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, path physiology, medical ethics, and first aid/CPR. Students
successfully completing the course requirements become certified in American Red Cross CPR and American Red
Cross Responding to Emergency. Students also receive Utah State Office of Education CTE Skill Certification in
Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Medical Anatomy and Physiology course completion.
Pre-Engineering
8639 Physics with Technology-CE
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(10-12) Year
For Introduction to Engineering students
Lab Fee $10.00
Technology Student Association TSA enrollment encouraged
Utah Skills Certification available
WSU Concurrent Enrollment available for 11 & 12 grade students
This is a hands-on applied physics course focused on four systems that do work for humankind: Mechanical, Fluid,
Electrical, and Thermal. Each system is studied in terms of Work, Resistance, Energy, Power, and Force
Transformers. Students who complete this course successfully will have filled a Physical Science Core
requirement.
8616 Principles of Engineering-CE
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Lab Fee
Technology Student Association TSA enrollment encouraged
National test for State Certification available
WSU Concurrent Enrollment available for 10, 11 & 12 grade students
Prerequisite: Suggested Principles of Technology
This “hands-on” course answers the question: “What is engineering” The
course was developed by engineers to help students become aware of the
exciting world of engineering. This course introduces students the various
engineering tools that turn brilliant ideas into cash and career. Students
will experience sketching, computer design, product development,
machine construction, robot building and programming, projectile
launching and many other valuable engineering concepts. Students learn
how engineers use math, science, and technology to solve problems that
benefit humankind.
8609 Introduction to Engineering Design-CE
Technology and 3rd year Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Lab Fee
Technology Student Association TSA enrollment encouraged
National test for State Certification available
WSU Concurrent Enrollment available for 10, 11 & 12 grade students
Prerequisite: Suggested Principles of Technology & Principles of Engineering
Enrollment Weber State University Credit is Available for High Performing
Junior and Senior Students
Have you ever had an idea that you thought might make you rich? If you only knew how to design your idea you
might be able to change the world. This “hands-on” course was developed by engineers as a way for students to
understand how to understand the design process of invention. Students will use 3-D design programs to solve
problems. There is well defined formula for success in taking ideas from your mind and making solutions
available to the world. We investigate this design cycle in detail. This course introduces students the various
engineering tools that turn brilliant ideas into cash and career. Among other things, students will experience
simple sketching technique, 3-D computer design, product development, prototype construction, product
efficiency. Students learn how to use modern engineering tools, techniques, and technology to solve problems that
benefit humankind.
8610 Digital Electronics-CE
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(10-12) Year
Lab Fee
Technology Student Association TSA enrollment encouraged
National test for State Certification available
WSU Concurrent enrolment available for 11 & 12 grade students
Prerequisite: Suggested Principles of Technology & Principles of
Engineering
“You may someday work for a robot, but wouldn’t it be better if robots worked
for you instead?” This is a “hands-on” project-oriented course was developed by
engineers to help students learn what Digital Electronics is all about. There is a
desperate need for both male and female electronic engineers in the United States and in the world. This course
starts with basic electronics and ends by constructing and programming robots. Students will build, observe, and
test a selection of electrical circuits. These circuits demonstrate how computers “think” and can be used to control
robotic movements. The field of Digital Electronics is a continually growing and high paying field of knowledge.
Agriculture
All Agricultural Education classes may require the following:
 Required SAE (Supervised Ag. Experience)
 Lab Fee of $10.00 to $20.00 depending on course assessed
 FFA membership encouraged with membership dues of $15.00
 Utah Skill Certification Available
8153 Biology/ Agriculture Science
Technology or Biological Science Credit
(10-12) Year
This course satisfies the core Life Science requirement for graduation. It meets the state standards and objectives
for Biology with application in agriculture. The scientific process is learned and practiced in the classroom,
laboratory, and in the field.
8172 Animal Science 1
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(10-12) Year
This course exposes students to scientific principles of:
genetics, anatomy & physiology, nutrition, disease,
pest, and management practices of animals. Learning
takes place in the classroom and field laboratory and
career opportunities explored and available.
8178 Plant and Soil Science
Technology or 3rd Year Science Credit
(10-12) Year