Course title

Physical Science A/B

Pre-requisite

N/A

Course description

Physical Science A

Description: This is the first of two courses that comprise Physical Science. Throughout the semester; the student will be introduced to a variety of basic concepts in the field of chemistry. The student will also be introduced to the forces and motion; including topics of Newton?s laws and the conservation of momentum.

This course consists of varied curriculum that provides the student the opportunity to use a scientific approach to problem-solving and making real-world connections. The student will investigate how matter is classified; explore the structure of an atom; identify groups within the periodic table; compare and contrast chemical reactions; study the properties of acids and bases and identify how to apply forces and motion to objects.

This course includes a laboratory requirement with live/synchronous laboratory opportunities. Over the course of the semester; students spend approximately 1 - 1.5 hours per week on laboratory assignments.†

Physical Science A laboratory assignments include: Reaction Rates Lab; Momentum Lab

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Physical Science B

Description: This is the second of two courses that comprise Physical Science. Throughout the semester; the student will study a variety of essential physics concepts including energy of motion; energy and forces; thermal energy; non-contact forces; waves; and electromagnetic radiation. This course includes a variety of instructional strategies and provides the student the opportunity to use a scientific approach to problem-solving and making real-world connections. Physical Science B includes hands-on explorations and virtual simulations to enhance the student's comprehension of key concepts.

This course includes a laboratory requirement with live/synchronous laboratory opportunities. Over the course of the semester; students spend approximately 1 - 1.5 hours per week on laboratory assignments.†

Physical Science B laboratory assignments include: Energy and Forces Motion Lab; Thermal Energy Transfer Device Lab; Non-Contact Forces Lab

School country

United States

School state

Maryland

School city

Columbia

High school

Pearson Online Academy formally known as International Connections Academy

School / district Address

10960 Grantchester Way

School zip code

21044

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

04/18/2022

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

• LINT
• Integrated science

Approved date

04/20/2022

Online / Virtual

Yes