2014 nist applied science

NIST Applied Science

What is it?

NIST High School Course

Generalist Science that includes aspects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Sciences and their sub branches

Connected to the wider community through strategic partnerships

Skills and concept based with the opportunity to explore content that is interesting to you.

Is it for me?

Syllabus Outline

1.The Neuroscience of Memory and Learning

2.Consumer chemistry (food science)

3.Sustainability (climate and weather/ conserving biodiversity)

4.Epidemics

5.Biotechnology (forensic science)

6.Engineered materials

7.Science of aging

Applied Science does not have a heavily weighted external examination.

It is a skills based course rather than a content based course.

Assessment

Performance tasks include:• Project based learning• Experimental reports• Reflective journal or blogging• Skills based tests• Semester exam

NIST High School course Criteria - Equally weighted• Criterion A: Communication • Criterion B: Critical Thinking • Criterion C: Reflection • Criterion D: Scientific Inquiry