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AP ® STATISTICS A/B

Course Length: Yearlong Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Success in Algebra II (or equivalent) and teacher/school counselor recommendation  

Course Description: AP Statistics gives students hands-on experience collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting real-world data. They will learn to effectively design and analyze research studies by reviewing and evaluating real research examples taken from daily life. The next time they hear the results of a poll or study, they will know whether the results are valid. As the art of drawing conclusions from imperfect data and the science of real-world uncertainties, statistics plays an important role in many fields. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP Statistics prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science, geography, and business.

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course

APPLIED ENGINEERING 1/2 (ES)

Course Length: Yearlong

Credit: 1.0 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Engineering Explorationsor by teacher recommendation

Course Description: Discover how technology has changed the world around us by perusing technological solutions to everyday problems. While using the Scientific Method and the Engineering Design Process, learn how electricity, electronic systems, magnets, and circuits work. Understand the design process and bring your ideas to life. Explore various inventions and solutions that have solved problems across industries. Students will also use the Engineering Design Process and an Engineering Notebook to reverse engineer a product of their choice.

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BASIC GRADE & CONSTRUCTION MATH 

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Geometry and/or Integrated Math II

Course Description: This course helps students apply mathematical concepts and calculations using plansheets to better understand the construction process. Students trace the history of mathematics and examine systems of measurement used in construction. Instruction includes performing mathematical operations with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimal fractions. Emphasis is placed on accurate calculations and real-world application within construction contexts.

Notes: Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Mobile Equipment Maintenance, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

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BIOLOGY A/B

Course Length: Yearlong

Credit: 1.0

Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Description: What is life? If you ever had this question cross your mind, then this is the course for you. Biology is the study of life!In this course, students investigate topics in cells, genetics, evolution, natural selection, taxonomy, and ecology. You will learn how to think and investigate like a scientist. It is important to learn how to critically think and solve problems, which can further be applied to making informed decisions about your own life. The program consists of in-depth online lessons including extensive animations, collaborative explorations, and hands-on laboratory experiments students can conduct at home.  

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BUSINESS & MARKETING EXPLORATIONS

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: This course is designed as an exploration of the business career pathways. Students will get an introduction to business careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course, students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of business and marketing, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of marketing, and financial management in addition to other common business-related functions. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the roles these business functions play.

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CAREERS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: Is a career in criminal justice right for you? This course explores issues facing the criminal justice system and criminal justice professionals while introducing students to a variety of criminal justice career options and skills.

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  0.5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:   This course draws key concepts from marketing, psychology, sociology, and anthropology to present a strong foundation and highly practical focus on real-world applications for today’s global business environment. This course incorporates current business practices, including extensive coverage of social media influences, increased consumer power, and emerging neuroscience findings. Students also examine controversies in consumer decision-making involving money, goals, emotions, charity, health, materialism, and sustainability. 

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CONSUMER MATH 2

Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Prerequisites: None

Course Description: In Consumer Math, students study and review arithmetic skills they can apply in their personal lives and in their future careers. In Consumer Math 2, students learn about personal finances, checking and savings accounts, loans and buying on credit, automobile expenses, and housing expenses.