SCIENCE INQUIRY & TECHNOLOGY 1 (TC967)

Grades 9, 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; ***Does not satisfy the science graduation requirement***

This course is designed for students who have demonstrated interest and ability in scientific and technological areas of study. Particular emphasis will be given to the strengthening of technical service laboratory and technological skills and study in an area selected by the student under the mentorship of a science teacher and technology teacher. Science Inquiry and Technology 1 focuses on strengthening scientific research skills by requiring participation in short-term science and technology research projects, problem solving strategies, and identifying a topic for individual research. Students will also be given instruction and trained to work as part of a research and development team. Throughout the year, students may compete in various competitions, i.e. Pumpkin Chunking, Trebuchet Design, Cardboard Boats, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Racing Cars.

SCIENCE INQUIRY & TECHNOLOGY 2 (TC968)

Grades 10, 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Science Inquiry & Technology 1; ***Does not satisfy the science graduation requirement***

This course is designed for students who have demonstrated interest and ability in scientific and technological study. Emphasis will be given to the strengthening of science and technological laboratory skills and study in an area selected by the student under the mentorship of a science teacher and a technology teacher. Science Inquiry and Technology 2 focuses on scientific and technological skills acquired in Science Inquiry and Technology 1. Throughout the year, students may compete in various competitions, i.e. Pumpkin Chunking, Trebuchet Design, Cardboard Boats, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Racing Cars.

SCIENCE INQUIRY & TECHNOLOGY 3 (TC969)

Grade 11,12; 5 credits; One Year Elective; Prerequisite: Science Inquiry & Technology 2; ***Does not satisfy the science graduation requirement***

This course is designed for students who have demonstrated interest and ability in scientific and technological areas of study. Further emphasis will be given to strengthening of technical service laboratory skills and study in an area selected by the student under the mentorship of a science teacher and technology teacher. Throughout the year, students may compete in various competitions, i.e. Pumpkin Chunking, Trebuchet Design, Cardboard Boats, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Racing Cars. Students enrolled in the third year of this approved CTE program are highly encouraged to co-enroll in TC999 CTESLE for on-the-job training.