Physics of Our Universe
Earth’s Chemical Systems (formerly Biochem II)
Physics of Our Universe is a year-long, laboratory-based course based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The class integrates Physics, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering Practices. Topics to be investigated include Forces and Motion, Momentum and Collision, Energy, Rotational Motion, Space Science, Waves, and Electricity and Magnetism. Each unit is anchored by relevant phenomena and several student-centered labs and/or investigations. By using science and engineering practices, evidence from experiments, research, and observations, students will learn how to formulate questions, evaluate claims, use mathematics and computational thinking, and develop models to make interpretations and investigate the natural world.