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 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