Biology - P
Grade Level: 9 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: None
Description: Biology meets the UC and CSU laboratory science requirement for admission and the WUHS Life Science requirement for graduation. Biology is a yearlong college preparatory course. Using NGSS Science and Engineering Practices students will develop an understanding of key scientific concepts that help make sense of life science. Disciplinary Core Ideas covered include: From molecules to organisms: structure and function, Ecosystems: interactions, energy and dynamics, Heredity: inheritance and variation of traits and Biological evolution; unity and diversity. Throughout the year, you will work collaboratively, in and out of the lab, as you explore and investigate these topics while learning about the interdependence of the biological and physical world around you.

Agricultural Biology - P
Grade Level: 9 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: None
Description: Agricultural Biology meets the CSU/UC laboratory science requirement for admission and the Wheatland Union High School life science requirement for graduation. This yearlong laboratory science course is designed for the collegebound student with an interest in agriculture, applied biology sciences, environmental studies and natural resource management. Included in the course are the study of molecular and cellular aspects of life, the basic concepts of biochemistry, and the structure of atoms as they relate to energy production, nutrition, digestion, genetics, nervous systems, immune systems, circulatory system, comparative anatomy, physiology, and growth and reproductions of plants and animals. Students will have the opportunity to participate in leadership activities through involvement in the FFA, they are required to keep a record book and have a supervised agricultural project.

NGSS Chemistry - P
Grade Level: 10 - 11
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology or Ag Biology.
Description: Chemistry NGSS is a first-year chemistry laboratory course in which students will develop knowledge of the properties of matter. Students will investigate interactions between particles on the molecular and bulk scale. The course is arranged around seven main instructional segments, in which students will develop laboratory skills, engage in data analysis, develop models, and exercise critical thinking to explain chemical phenomena and interactions within the Earth. This course meets the Lab Physical Science requirement set by the universities and state colleges.

Advanced NGSS Chemistry Honors - P
Grade Level: 10 - 11
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 5.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology or Agricultural Biology.
Description: Advanced Chemistry NGSS is a fast-paced, rigorous lab science course that challenges students to apply chemistry knowledge to predict chemical phenomena, design experiments, and provide solutions to complex problems, while incorporating more sophisticated calculations that require higher levels of math proficiency and problem-solving reasoning skills. Students in Advanced Chemistry NGSS Honors will develop critical thinking skills, essential laboratory skills, an understanding of how models are used in science, and specific scientific knowledge. This class is arranged around four major areas: Structure and Properties of Matter, Chemical Reactions, Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer, and Chemistry of Climate Change.

Chemistry and AgriScience - P
Grade Level: 10- 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology or Agricultural Biology.
Description: This course explores the physical and chemical nature of soil as well as the relationships between soil, plants, animals and agricultural practices. Students will examine properties of soil and land and their connections to plant and animal production. Using knowledge of scientific protocols as well as course content, students will develop an AgriScience research program to be conducted throughout the first semester of the course. To complete that whole project each student will investigate and test an AgriScience research question by formulating a scientific question related to the course content, formulating a hypothesis based on related research, conducting an experiment to test the hypothesis, collecting quantitative data, and forming a conclusion based on analysis of the data. The result of this research program will be an in-depth research and experimentation paper that is technically written, based on scientific protocol, and cited using APA formatting. Additionally, students will develop and present a capstone soil management plan for agricultural producers, using the content learned throughout the course. Throughout the course, students will be graded on participation in intra-curricular FFA activities as well as the development and maintenance of an ongoing Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program.

DE Biology 10L
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 5.0
Pre-requisites: Student must have successfully completed Biology and Chemistry with a grade of “C” or better
Dual Enrollment/Articulation: Dual Enrollment with Yuba College (BIO 10L)
Description: Science for life is for non-science college majors and includes a combination of lab and lectures. Provides an overview of the world of living organisms including their classification and unifying characteristics. Introduces basic biological processes such as homeostasis, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, DNA function, cellular reproduction, evolution, and ecosystem interactions with an emphasis on the relationship of structure and the interrelationships of living organisms. Because the college system recognizes the increased degree of difficulty, this course is calculated on a 5-point scale rather than the usual 4-point scale for calculation of students’ GPA.

AP Chemistry - P
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 5.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Chemistry, Advanced NGSS Chemistry Honors, or Agricultural Chemistry
Description: AP Chemistry is an introductory college-level chemistry course. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based lab investigations as they explore the four Big Ideas: scale, proportion, and quantity; structure and properties of substances; transformations; and energy.

AP Computer Science - P
Grade Level: 10-12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: 3rd Year Science
Grading Scale: 5.0
Pre-requisites: Student must successfully pass Integrated Math I with a grade of “B” or better or recommendation from the Math Department Chair.
Description: AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables, and control structures.

NGSS Physics - P
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science Grading Scale:5.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology and Chemistry, successful completion of Integrated Math I and II highly recommended.
Description: This is a first-year physics course aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards in which students survey selected topics in mechanics, waves, optics, electricity, and magnetism. Physics is a college preparatory science course that is required for students in grades 11-12 and fulfills the UC/CSU A-G requirements. The course is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards and also implements Design Thinking Process to solve real world problems. Students will investigate observable phenomena, forces that govern them, and how these forces shape Earth and Universe, how energy and matter transfer from one system to another and how does this transfer relate to motion and momentum. Students will explore the relationship between electric and magnetic fields and how it is used to communicate in today’s world.

Advanced NGSS Physics Honors - P
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 5.0
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology and Chemistry with a grade of “B” or better, completion of Integrated Math II with a grade of “B” or better. Successful completion of Integrated Math III highly recommended
Description: This is a rigorous first year, college preparatory physics course which offers a solid introduction to the fundamentals of physics for college bound students and fulfills the UC/CSU A-G requirements. This course will survey selected topics in mechanics, waves, optics, electricity and magnetism. The basic concepts are introduced in a logical sequence believed to be the most productive for beginning students. This course includes lecture, lab, problem solving, and group or individual projects. This course is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards. This course utilizes more math than standard physics but has more concept foundations than AP Physics. The course will also differ from standard physics in the length, depth, and/or complexity per topic. This course prepares students for introductory college-level physics courses such as those regularly required for degrees in engineering, science or some pre-med fields.

Human Anatomy and Physiology - P
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: Student must have passed Biology with a grade of “C” or better and successful completion of Chemistry.
Description: Human Anatomy and Physiology is a laboratory-based course that investigates the structure and function of the human body. Topics covered will include the basic organization of the body; biochemical composition; and major body systems along with the impact of diseases on certain systems. Emphasis is on developing the ability to ask questions, to observe, to experiment, to measure, to use computers and calculators, to problem solve/reason, to use tools of science, to gather data, and to communicate findings. Laboratory experiences should allow the student to manipulate compounds, models, and in some circumstances, parts of their own bodies such as measuring the length of their arms, legs, fingers, etc. Dissection of small animals either by virtual lab programs or prepared specimens will be an important part of exploring anatomical structures.

Forensics - P
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: Student must have successfully completed Biology and Chemistry.
Description: Forensics is a third or fourth year of college-prep laboratory science for students that are college bound and/or interested in the field of Forensics. This class will introduce students to the field of Forensic Science providing a general overview of the scientific practices involved in solving crimes. Students will participate in many qualitative hands-on labs and simulations that develop practical and theoretical aspects of Forensics while developing proficiency in the eight Science and Engineering Practices (SEP) and seven Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) detailed in the Next Generation Science Standards. This class will integrate previous science courses and demonstrate the relevance of science education for practical use.

DE CHEM 1A (coming in the 2024-2025 school year)
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: Science
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pre-requisites: Student must have successfully completed Biology and Chemistry.
Description: Students will explore the fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry including the nomenclature of inorganic compounds, chemical formulas, equations and reactions; stoichiometry; structure of atoms, ions, and molecules and the periodic table; oxidation-reduction and acid-base reactions; gas laws; thermochemistry and equilibrium. Laboratory techniques in the investigation of these chemical systems will be extensively developed, including experiments utilizing calorimetry to determine the enthalpy change associated with physical and chemical processes, fundamental gas laws analyzing pressure, volume, and temperature relationships, and acid-base chemistry utilizing titration analysis.

Agricultural Animal Science
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: 3rd year Science or CTE
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pathway: AG Animal Science Concentrator
Articulation/Dual Enrollment: Articulated with YCC AG 45
Pre-requisites: Student must have passed Agricultural Biology, Chemistry, Biology and Integrated Math I with a “C” or better.
Description: This course will provide the student with principles in Animal Sciences along with Anatomy and Physiology focusing on the areas of mammalian production, anatomy, physiology, reproduction, nutrition, respiration, and genetics. This course is intended to successful prepare students for entry level employment after high school, as well as those students who plan on majoring in Agricultural Sciences at a post-secondary institution.

Veterinary Assisting
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: 3rd year Science or CTE
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pathway: AG Animal Science Capstone
Articulation/Dual Enrollment: Articulation with YCC VETT-91 Pending
Pre-requisites: Student must have passed Agricultural Animal Science and Integrated Math I with a “C” or better.
Description: This course meets one of the pre-requisites for applying to the Yuba College Vet Tech Program. (From Yuba College Catalog) Concepts of veterinary medicine needed to function effectively as veterinary assistant, veterinary receptionist, kennel staff or animal shelter worker. This course does not lead to the AS Degree in Veterinary Technology but can be used as a step towards entry into that program. (L)

Agricultural Plant and Soil Science
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: 3rd year Science or CTE
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pathway: AG Plant & Soil Science Concentrator
Articulation/Dual Enrollment: Articulated with YCC AG 45
Pre-requisites: Student must have passed Agricultural Biology or Biology with a “C” or better.
Description: This course is designed to provide the student with theories and principles of Agriculture and Plant & Soil Science through “hands on” learning. Utilizing our greenhouse and school garden we are able expand learning beyond the traditional classroom and textbook and spend much more time learning biology concepts through experiential laboratory lessons. Students will become proficient in academic foundation standards, agriculture career standards (including CDE Agriculture and Natural Resource standards and Plant and Soil Science standards) and biology standards. Laboratory investigations/experimentation, reports and data are held to rigorous standards and follow the principles of the Scientific Method. Investigations/Experiments are designed to address key concepts as well as industry standards when possible so that students are more prepared for higher education and careers in Agriculture and the Plant & Soil Science industry.

Advanced Horticulture
Grade Level: 11 - 12
UC/CSU: Science (“D”) requirement
Credits: 10.0
Graduation Requirement: 3rd year Science or CTE
Grading Scale: 4.0
Pathway: AG Plant & Soil Science Capstone
Articulation/Dual Enrollment: Articulated with WCC ENVRH-20
Pre-requisites: Student must have passed Agricultural Plant & Soil Science with a “C” or better.
Description: (From Woodland College Catalog) Introduction to the principles of environmental horticulture with emphasis on garden practices, environment and plant growth, pruning, propagation, soils, fertilizers, and greenhouse techniques.