Science Department

The Science Department at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School seeks to promote both an interest and an awareness of science as a problem-solving tool to be used in all facets of life. It offers courses which supply experiences designed to bring about this goal. The department hopes to develop in students the skills and attitudes needed to succeed in either the world of work or in the world of academics.

The department has designed courses with the vocational student in mind. Laboratory work is emphasized and applications of science to various trade and vocational areas is highlighted within the confines of a given subject area.

The science department at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School offers a selection of courses which will help its students to:

change the perception of science from something that happens in the laboratory to a process that occurs in all facets of daily life.

develop a set of positive feelings and attitudes toward science and scientists.

achieve measurable gains in the comprehension of scientific subject matter.

develop a facility with the manipulative skills of science.

develop the ability to carefully follow written directions.

acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue post-secondary education.

develop a feeling of faith in the ability of science to help solve some of the problems of contemporary society.

develop a scientifically literate society.

develop an approach to problem-solving that will carry over to other areas of work and study.

 

Courses Offered:

Biology A (Required 9th Grade)

Biology B

Biology Laboratory

Applied Chemistry

Chemistry Laboratory

Applied Physics

Physics Laboratory

Principles of Technology I

Principles of Technology II