Science Department
GOALS:
At
Archbishop Williams High School, the Science Department is divided into
three major disciplines: Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The purpose is to provide each student with quality courses in
science. Each course will introduce the student to a wide selection of
topics which will help the student understand the world of science. This will be accomplished by teacher lab demonstrations,
student-oriented labs and by independent research.
OBJECTIVES:
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provide all students with an understanding of the basic concepts of the
natural and physical sciences;
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enable the student to comprehend and apply the means and methods of solving
scientific problems;
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allow the student to apply theoretical concepts in a practical situation
through hand-on laboratory experience;
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prepare the science-oriented student for college-level science courses;
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develop the critical thinking skills involved in scientific concepts.
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