Math & Science

CareerTech Pre-AP Physics

This course will cover kinematics in one and two dimensions, as well as forces and vectors. Students will study work, energy, and power that will then lead into the study of momentum and the conservation of energy. Circular motion and gravitation, translational and rotational equilibrium, fluid mechanics and thermal physics will be covered. The students will study electricity and magnetism then look at waves and optics. A final subject area will be atomic and nuclear physics. Good math skills are critical to success in this course. Prerequisites: Biology I, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or concurrently enrolled.

CareerTech Anatomy/Physiology Standard

The CareerTech Anatomy/Physiology Standard is a list of objectives that are taught in an A&P course. These objectives are referenced to the National Science Standards as well as Oklahoma PASS Objectives.

CareerTech AP Chemistry

Chemistry is the study of the properties of materials and the changes that materials undergo. A student will see how chemical principles operate in all aspects of our lives, from everyday activities to far-reaching matters like the development of drugs to cure cancer. Students will learn through laboratory and lecture methods using group and individual activities, cooperative learning, presentations, and technology to enhance the learning environment. Students will learn how to design and conduct experiments using a variety of laboratory techniques and technology to investigate a chemical concept. They will apply stoichiometric concepts to chemical reactions and analyze how atomic structure relates to periodicity. The student will analyze how atomic structures relate to chemical bonding and apply chemical concepts to reactions in aqueous solutions. They will learn about gas laws as well as study electrochemistry. Prerequisites are: Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry or Pre-AP Chemistry

Trigonometry/Calculus

This course is designed to be in preparation for Calculus or AP Calculus. A graphing calculator is recommended. The first part of the course includes a study of six basic functions of trigonometry, solutions of right and oblique triangles, identities, and complex numbers. The calculator is used as an aide to computations. The second half of the course gives a review study of straight lines, conic sections, simplification of equations, algebraic curves, transcendental curves, a completed study of straight lines, simplification of equations, polar coordinates, and an introduction to limits and derivatives. Prerequisites for this course are: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

CareerTech Geometry

This course will allow students the chance to relate mathematics to real-life situations and careers. It will build logical reasoning capabilities as well as give students an opportunity to justify conclusions in a structured manner. Students will analyze characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes. They will use visualization, spatial reasoning, and geometric modeling to solve problems. Throughout the course students connect the algebra skills previously developed to the geometric concepts. The CareerTech Geometry is a rigorous course that prepares students for higher-level mathematics. It was developed by a group of mathematics instructors while correlating it with NCTM Standards (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) and the Oklahoma PASS Objectives (Priority Academic Student Skills). The prerequisite for this course is Algebra I.

CareerTech Pre-AP Geometry Standard

This course will allow students the chance to relate mathematics to real-life situations and careers. It will build logical reasoning capabilities as well as give students an opportunity to justify conclusions in a structured manner. Students will analyze characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes. They will use visualization, spatial reasoning, and geometric modeling to solve problems. Throughout the course students connect the algebra skills previously developed to the geometric concepts. The CareerTech Pre-AP Geometry is a rigorous course that prepares students for higher-level mathematics and AP Geometry . It was developed by a group of mathematics instructors while correlating it with NCTM Standards (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) and the Oklahoma PASS Objectives (Priority Academic Student Skills). The prerequisite for this course is Algebra I.

CareerTech Chemistry Standard

Chemistry is the study of the properties of materials and the changes that materials undergo. A student will see how chemical principles operate in all aspects of our lives, from everyday activities to far-reaching matters like the development of drugs to cure cancer. Students will learn through laboratory and lecture methods using group and individual activities, cooperative learning, presentations, and technology to enhance the learning environment. Students will learn how to design and conduct experiments using a variety of laboratory techniques and technology to investigate a chemical concept. They will apply stoichiometric concepts to chemical reactions and analyze how atomic structure relates to periodicity. The student will analyze how atomic structures relate to chemical bonding and apply chemical concepts to reactions in aqueous solutions. They will learn about gas laws as well as study electrochemistry. Prerequisites are: Algebra I, Geometry, Biology.

CareerTech Pre-AP Algebra II

This course will enhance and expand the mathematical foundations of Algebra I and Geometry. The course will stress the fundamental extension of previous mathematics and the preparation for future higher-level mathematics courses. It will involve operations with real and complex numbers as well as matrices. The problem solving processes will use functions and relations. Within the course applications of math and while satisfying predictions based on a set of data, the use of data analysis, and statistics will be justified. Students who master CareerTech Pre-AP Algebra II will gain experience with quadratic functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, linear functions, solution methods for systems of linear functions, and matrix operations. The prerequisites for this course are Algebra I and Geometry.

CareerTech Microbiology

The CareerTech Microbiology course is designed to serve as an upper division lab science. Students will attain depth of understanding of the fundamentals of microbiology and be able to apply the concepts on a holistic level. It will provide the basics about microorganisms as well as the methods to study them and their classification. The course will also look at control of microorganisms internally and externally and the different areas of science that specialize in both. It is correlated with Oklahoma PASS (Priority Academic Student Skills) Process Standards as well as NSES (National Science Education Standards). This document provides an outline for administrators, teachers, parents, and students.

Health Study Session

Study session for Health instructors to hone their biology skills for the biology certification test.

National Mathematics Standards

 

Oklahoma PASS Standards

All Oklahoma CareerTech Academic courses align with National and State Standards. It is highly recommeded to reference these in lesson plans. OK CareerTech Standards have already been crosswalked for you and are included in the Standard document.

National Science Education Standards

These are National Standards for science education for every grade level.

Science Resources

Internet Software Books Supplemental Resources All of these resources will be up-dated periodically.

CareerTech Math & Science Teachers

This is just a partial list of CareerTech Math & Science teachers. These teachers signed up to have their name, email address, and school posted. If you would like to be added to this list, email Tina Fugate at tfuga@okcareertech.org

Oklahoma Bioscience Corridor PowerPoint

This powerpoint was developed in order to get a better understanding of occupations and industry that currently exist and future development. It was put together by Dr. Sheryl Hale, Manager, Innovative Programs, Research & Development.

Aligning Rigorous Science Courses With STEM PowerPoint

This was a powerpoint presented at 2007 Summer Conference. It discusses the importance of AP courses at CareerTech.

Academics At CareerTech PowerPoint

This powerpoint was presented at the 2007 Summer Conference. It discusses ACE and OHLAP requirements.

OHLAP CareerTech Approval Letter

This document will give you a list of everything to compile for ODCTE in order to obtain OHLAP approval.

OHLAP Requirements

The following guidelines are designed to help students, parents, teachers, counselors and college officials determine what high school courses meet the State Regents’ requirements for college admission, the eligibility requirements for Oklahoma’s Promise and the requirements for the college preparatory/work-ready curriculum for Oklahoma high school graduation

CareerTech Math & Science Share Ideas Page

This page was made in order for CareerTech Math & Science Teachers to share ideas with one another. It also serves as a forum to voice concerns and address issues that are unique to our system.