Course Offerings

Honors Biology (7574AB)

In Honors Biology, students engage in real-world data analysis and problem solving that sparks critical thinking about our living world. As students engage in grade-level biology content described in the Biology AB course description, they utilize the kind of scientific reasoning skills needed to analyze the natural world and to succeed in future science and social science courses in high school, such as AP Biology, and college. Multiple opportunities to think and work like scientists include an emphasis on analytical reading and writing, strategic use of mathematics, and an expanded use of modeling. One credit of Biology is required for graduation.

Honors Chemistry (7594AB)

In Honors Chemistry, students develop a deep conceptual understanding of matter and energy at the molecular level as they learn to explain their macroscopic observations using particulate-level reasoning, As students engage in grade-level Chemistry content described in the Chemistry AB course description, They utilize the scientific reasoning skills needed to analyze the natural world and to succeed in future science and social science courses in high school, such as AP Chemistry, and college. Multiple opportunities to think and work like scientists include a particular attention to modeling, strategic use of mathematics, and an emphasis on analytical reading and writing.

OnRamps Chemistry (7597AB)

This course addresses the nature of matter, energy, chemical reactions, and chemical thermodynamics. Throughout the course, students will learn how to think like a scientist by exploring the underlying theoretical foundations of chemistry, making intuitive arguments for how the world works. May be paired with advanced science lab 7626T (Minimum 40% lab). OnRamps works through a dual-enrollment model. Using a hybrid delivery approach, students meet rigorous university-level college readiness standards and have the opportunity to earn UT Austin credit from a UT faculty member and high school credit from their local teacher.

Honors Organic Chemistry (7602AB)

This course is designed for those students seeking higher level learning in chemistry that are planning to pursue a college degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy or pre-med associated majors. Organic chemistry will parallel the learning and education of a first semester college organic chemistry course. By definition, organic chemistry is dedicated to the study of carbon compounds, which include hydrocarbons and fossil fuels. Students who successfully complete organic chemistry will be adequately prepared for the continuing advanced learning of chemistry in a college environment. Independent research is a required component of this honors course.

OnRamps Physics (7050AB)

Students study a variety of topics that include the laws of motion; changes within physical systems; conservation of momentum and energy; forces; thermodynamics; characteristics and behavior of waves; and atomic, nuclear and quantum physics. OnRamps works through a dual-enrollment model. Using a hybrid delivery approach, students meet rigorous university-level college readiness standards and have the opportunity to earn UT Austin credit from a UT faculty member and high school credit from their local teacher. May be paired with advanced science lab 7626T (Minimum 40% lab).

AP Physics C - Mechanics (7628AB)

The algebra-based course is equivalent to a second-semester college algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclear physics. Prepares students to take the AP Physics II examination.

AP Physics C - Electricity & Magnetism (7618AB)

The algebra-based course is equivalent to a second-semester college algebra-based physics. The course covers fluid mechanics; thermodynamics; electricity and magnetism; optics; atomic and nuclear physics. Prepares students to take the AP Physics II examination

AP Biology (7590AB)

This course involves extensive laboratory investigations and advanced topics in Biology including molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations. The course prepares students to take the College Board AP Biology Examination. One credit of Biology is required for graduation.

AP Environmental Science (7678AB)

AP Environmental Science stresses scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human made, to evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them.