Students choosing the science proficiency may use it as a major or minor teaching field within the Secondary Education concentration. Students will study micro- and macro-biology, basic anatomy and physiology, introductory chemistry with labs, and non-calculus based physics with the goal of becoming proficient in each of these areas.
| Course ID | Credit Hours | Course |
|---|---|---|
| SC 101 | 3 |
Biology 1Biology 1 is a three-credit course that initiates the WCBC secondary science series. All foundational biological concepts are taught in Christian perspective, including characteristics of life, cell structure, cell processes, and genetics. The false hypothesis of evolution is refuted biblically, logically, and scientifically. Special Creation is upheld consistently through the same approaches. A fee of $30 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None |
| SC 102 | 3 |
Biology 2This course is a continuation of SC 101. This course will focus on the macroscopic study of people, plants, animals, and other organisms, including evidence for biblical creation. A fee of $60 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: SC 101 with a grade of a “C-” or higher |
| SC 201 | 2 |
Anatomy and PhysiologyThis challenging course will give the student a basic understanding of the workings of the human body with emphasis on its organ systems. This course will encourage the student to appreciate God’s awesome power and genius in designing the human body. A fee of $20 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None |
| SC 202 | 3 |
Physical SciencePhysical Science is a foundation science class, along with Biology 1, for students seeking credits toward a secondary concentration or students taking it as a general elective. All basic physical and earth sciences are addressed in course lectures. These topics include geology and plate tectonics, meteorology, oceanography, motion, atomic theory, chemistry, and astronomy. A fee of $20 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None |
| SC 301 | 3 |
Chemistry 1Chemistry 1 is the fifth course of the WCBC eleven-course science concentration. In this course, the key concepts are: solutions & mixtures, reactions and their mass relationships, acid-base reactions & pH, gaseous states, heat movement, quantum theory, periodicity, bonding methods, and, finally, valence & hybridization of electrons and their bonds. A fee of $20 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: SC 315 |
| SC 302 | 3 |
Chemistry 2Chemistry 2 is the seventh course of the WCBC eleven-course science concentration. In this course, the key concepts are: quantum number meaning, atomic and ionic radius impact, electron configuration, Lewis dot structure, oxidation numbers, colligative properties, crystalline arrangement, rate factors, acid-base neutralization, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to organic chemistry. A fee of $20 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: SC 301; Corequisite: SC 316 |
| SC 315 | 1 |
Chemistry Lab 1Topics of study are the MORE lab analysis method, water solution conductivity, precipitation reactions, solubility, acid/base reactions, and dry ice impact on acidity. Each week’s lab requires a report analyzing the observations made during the lab time. A fee of $40 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: SC 301 |
| SC 316 | 1 |
Chemistry Lab 2Chemistry Lab 2 spans many topics of Chemistry 2, providing students hands-on understanding of redox reactions, colligative properties, rate factors, equilibrium, acid-base neutralization, crystal formation, and titration. Each lab requires a summary and analysis report. A fee of $40 will be charged at the time of registration for this course. Prerequisite: SC 315; Corequisite: SC 302 |
| SC 401 | 3 |
Physics 1Physics 1 is designed to establish a foundation in physics and scientific thinking as the wonderful orderliness of Creation is explored. This course will give the student a basic understanding of the laws of physics and the knowledge required to teach them to others. All instruction will be given with the understanding that God is in control of the universe, and the laws of physics are a result of His perfect design. Prerequisite: MA 210 |
| SC 402 | 3 |
Physics 2This course requires SC 401 and is an advanced continuation of the same. As such, it is designed to help you expand your foundation in physics and in scientific thinking as you gain an appreciation for the God-ordained orderliness of the physical laws of Creation. Students will be challenged to relate the knowledge gained in SC 401 to other physical domains. Prerequisite: MA 210 and SC 401 |
| SC 420 | 2 |
Teaching Secondary ScienceThis course will give the student an opportunity to prepare and teach secondary science material for the Christian School. Prerequisite: EN 102; 64 credits earned |
