ADVANCED MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(Kennesaw Mountain High School)
| Course Number |
Course Description |
Prerequisites | Grade | Units |
Diploma Option |
| 27.0630087 | Magnet Euclidean Geometry is a course designed for mathematically talented students. The course deals with problems involving geometric concepts, lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, solids, similarity, transformations, and deductive reasoning. Constructions will be integrated throughout the course. Emphasis is placed on analysis and divergent thinking along with advanced problem solving. This course will also involve the use of technology as well as student projects and portfolios. | Algebra I and Teacher Recommendation | 9 | 1 | C, TC |
| 27.0640087 | Magnet Algebra II Y is designed for the accelerated college-bound student with a high aptitude and commitment in mathematics. The major focus of study is functions, linear, quadratic, rational and radical equations, matrices, polynomials, conics, sequences and series, statistics, and trigonometry. This course will also involve the use of technology as well as student projects and portfolios. | Euclidean Geometry Honors (middle school) or Magnet Geometry | 9 | 1 | C, TC |
| 27.0670087 | Magnet Analysis Y is a pre-calculus course that includes such topics as set theory, trigonometry, probability, exponential and logarithmic functions, statistics, sequences and series, vectors, complex numbers, and properties of functions. This course will also involve the use of technology as well as student projects and portfolios. | Magnet Algebra II | 10 | 1 | C, TC |
| 26.0120087 | Magnet Biology I Y includes the study of cell structures and processes, basic organic chemistry, genetics, and basic classification of organisms and a general survey of micro-organisms. Emphasis is placed on laboratory investigations and scientific inquiry. Emphasis is placed on computerized programs for lab investigation and scientific inquiry. There is an emphasis on collaborative research. | Magnet Enrollment or Space availability for qualified 9th graders | 9 | 1 | C, TC |
| 40.0510087 | Magnet Chemistry I Y is designed to introduce the student to the process by which chemical principles and concepts are developed from observations and data, to understand and apply ordinary chemical and other scientific phenomena which he/she encounters in everyday activities, and to assist the student in appreciating the role of the chemist and the chemical industry in the evolution of our present day highly technological society. Emphasis is placed on computerized probe-wear programs for lab investigations and scientific inquiry. There is an emphasis on collaborative research in this course. | Magnet Enrollment or space availability for qualified 9th grade students | 9 | 1 | C, TC |
| 40.0810087 | Magnet Physics I Y introduces the relationships among speed, acceleration, and displacement. Vector mathematics is used to make calculations involving both kinetic and dynamic quantities. Algebraic treatments of the laws of mechanics as applied to both linear and circular motion systems are derived and explained. The concepts of conservation of energy and momentum are introduced. This course also deals with the study of light, sound, electromagnetic waves, electricity, electromagnetism and electronics. Emphasis is placed on computerized probe-wear programs for lab investigations and scientific inquiry. There is an emphasis on collaborative research in this course. | Magnet Algebra II | 10-11 | 1 |
C, TC |
| 26.0150087 | Magnet Genetics/DNA Research is designed as a research-based advanced genetics course, which will focus on human genetics, the human genome, and DNA fingerprinting. Students will be required to have a thorough background in scientific research and lab techniques | Successful completion of AP Biology or AP Physics or AP Chemistry and Magnet Enrollment or Space availability for qualified 11-12 graders | 11-12 | 1 |
C, TC |
| 40.0820087 | Magnet Physics II Y uses real-life applications of the concepts learned in Physics I. Case studies of actual situations such as the Challenger disaster will be analyzed using not only physics but also economic and sociological considerations. Other subjects planned for coverage include the history of science and modern physics (Einstein, radioactivity, etc.) | Magnet Physics or space availability for qualified 11-12 graders. | 10-11 | 1 |
C, TC |
| 40.0910087 | Magnet Advanced Scientific Internship places heavy emphasis on scientific applied research. Students will be required to develop a worksite/research topic. Students will prepare an electronic portfolio and multi-media presentation for the course. | 2 AP math and/or science courses | 12 | 1 |
C, TC |
| 40.0920087 | Magnet Advanced Scientific Research: This course will be blocked with Advanced Science Internship. Emphasis for this course will be in-depth scientific research skills, scientific writing, and data analysis. Culmination of this course will be a scientific paper which will be presented to a faculty/ community/ research panel. | 2 AP math and/or science courses | 12 | 1 |
C, TC |