Science, Technology & Engineering

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: CP, ACP
Course Number: 670/614

Students will learn important science related skills including experimental design, accurate measurement using a variety of instruments and technologies, quantitative and qualitative observations, construction and interpretation of data tables and graphs, unit analysis, application of algebra to science problems, and applications of science concepts to the real world.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: CP, ACP, H
Course Number: 622/612/602

In all of Newton North’s chemistry courses, students will explore atomic structure, chemical bonding and reactivity, energy in chemical reactions, and other topics.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: CP, ACP, H
Course Number: 621/611/601

All of Newton North’s Biology courses are an introduction to the rapidly evolving field of modern biology.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H, ACP
Course Number: 603/613

Physics H/ACP is a sequel to the Introductory Physics course for students who enjoyed physics and/or would like an additional high school physics course.

Prerequisite: English 9

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 616

Science Writing introduces students to the fundamentals of effective science communication.

Prerequisite: Completion of the NPS biological science graduation requirements or department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 630

This course is a laboratory course focusing on the structure and function of the human body.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 632

In this course you will study how we understand the sky, solar system, stars, and the universe through discussion, writing, calculation, and observation.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 633

From the discovery of X-rays to finding of the Higgs Boson, modern physics goes beyond the classical topics covered in Intro Physics.

Prerequisite: Completion of the NPS physical science and biological science graduation requirements or
department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 634

This course aims to provide students with an experience which interweaves the three main pillars of Sustainability: Environmental Science + Equity (Social Justice) + Economic Development.

Prerequisite: Completion of the NPS physical science and biological science graduation requirements or department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 635

This course is a unique opportunity to integrate knowledge acquired from three core science courses (physics, chemistry, and biology) and apply it to the last frontier of exploration: the oceans.

Prerequisite: Completion of the NPS physical science and biological science graduation requirements or department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 637

Forensics is an integrated science course offering students an opportunity to apply core concepts from their high school physics, chemistry, and biology courses in a variety of areas that fall within the arena of Forensic Science.

Prerequisite: Chemistry.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 638

A few simple building blocks (namely, atoms of carbon and its friends) can come together to make a wide variety of molecules, from gasoline to aspirin to DNA. 

Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry 1

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 6381

Students enrolled in this course will build on their organic chemistry foundation, continuing from the last module completed in Organic Chemistry 1.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 662

This course explores the many occupations and careers that center around Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) including the varied post-secondary training options.

Times Vary, Credits Vary
Level: N/A
Course Number: 668

Registration for this course occurs in the fall for first semester and full-year positions and the spring for second semester positions.

Prerequisite: Full year laboratory based course in physics, chemistry and biology.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 604

The Advanced Placement Environmental Science course is designed to engage students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships within the natural world.

Prerequisite: a full year laboratory-based course in biology with a science teacher recommendation or department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 605

The Advanced Placement Biology curriculum, as described by the College Board, imitates a first year college biology course. Course topics include biochemistry, cell structure and process, genetics, evolution, and ecology.

Prerequisite: Full year laboratory based course in chemistry with a science teacher recommendation or department
head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 606

This course explores the chemical world around us in great detail, delving into topics ranging from molecular structure to acid-base equilibrium, from atomic orbitals to reaction kinetics.

Co-requisite: Enrollment in Calculus Course, or department head approval.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 607

Advanced Placement Physics C: Mechanics is equivalent to a one-semester, calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in physical science or engineering.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 653

This introductory class will largely focus on developing students’ awareness about the challenges and solutions in the field of Sustainability, the vocabulary around sustainable development, and globalization.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number 654

This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of environmental design. Students will develop solutions to environmental and/or sustainability challenges at Newton North, the City of Newton, and our greater community.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Sustainability, Sustainable Communities and teacher recommendation.

Quarter/Semester, 3/6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 657/658

In Advanced Sustainable Communities, students will immerse themselves in design thinking protocols to tackle local and global issues with sustainability inspired solutions.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 965

Introductory Robotics is a hands-on building and demonstration course. In small groups, students will build a robot, and control the robot to perform specific tasks.

Prerequisite: Introductory Robotics is a prerequisite for Intermediate Robotics.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 967

Intermediate Robotics is a completely project based hands-on course where students will work in small teams of 3 or 4.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 966

Intro + Intermediate Robotics is a combination of introductory and intermediate robotics taken together for a full semester course.

Prerequisite: Intermediate & Introductory Robotics and teacher recommendation.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 968

In this course students will develop a strong understanding of industrial robotic automation.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 963

Exploring Technology: Design, Automation, & Communication (DAC) is taught as a hands-on project-based course where the students will learn about the basics of engineering design, automation of machines, and various communication systems.

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 964

Exploring Technology: Power, Energy, & Transportation (PET) is taught as a hands-on project-based course, similar to Exploring Technology: DAC.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 954

In Engineering Technology: Design, Construction, & Manufacturing (DCM), students will learn important technological and engineering related skills and concepts, including an introduction to Engineering Design, Construction Technologies, and Manufacturing Technologies.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 955

In Engineering Technology: Sound, Heat, Electricity & Light (SHEL), students will learn important technological and engineering related skills and concepts, including an introduction to Communication Technologies, and Energy and Power Technologies (Fluid, Thermal, and Electrical systems).

Quarter, 3 Credits
Level: N/A
Course Number: 656

This course will introduce students to basic engineering design principles using a variety of experiences, projects, and assessments.

Prerequisite: 501 Math, 511 Math, 517 Math, or 543 Math. This course was formerly titled Engineering 1.

Semester, 6 Credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 959

Students will acquire electronics knowledge and skills that they can apply in a variety of fields and careers.

Prerequisite: 501 Math, 511 Math, 517 Math, or 543 Math. This course was formerly titled Engineering 2.

Semester, 6 credits
Level: ACP
Course Number: 960

Students will learn some important concepts underlying the fields of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and acquire some useful skills.

Prerequisite: Mechanical & Structural Engineering. This course was formerly titled Engineering 3 H.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: H
Course Number: 961

Students who complete this course will learn the engineering methods and skills involved in the production of consumer grade goods.

Full Year, 12 Credits
Level: ACP, H
Course Number: 972/973

This is an intensive full year course that will instruct students on the basics of computer hardware and operating systems. Through the use of lecture and hands-on activities, the students will learn about all aspects of the personal computer (PC).